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3 Tips for New Hire Orientation at a Small Business

When I facilitated new employee orientation at companies with over 500 employees, I easily had enough new hires for several orientations per month. However, this approach to orientation is not realistic for a small business where there may only be a few hires per year. As a result, new hires at small businesses often get […]

What Does Professional Dress Really Mean at Work?

Make sure you are dressed to make a good first impression on anyone and everyone you interact with every day of the week, and especially on ‘Casual Friday’.  You can still look and feel professional while taking advantage of the relaxed environment.  Dressing appropriately shows respect:  Respect for yourself and respect for others. If you […]

Top 10 Must-Attend Sessions at #HRTechConf

Top 10 Must-Attend Sessions at #HRTechConf This is my first year with a press badge for the HR Technology Conference and I will use it to attend sessions! Here are the top ten that i’m most excited about — what about you? Which sessions will you be attending during this year’s conference? To read more […]

3 Often-Missed Data Points in Analyzing Wellness Programs

Corporate wellness plans seem to be becoming the norm, rather than the exception in the US especially amongst those started in the last 15 years. Once, health insurance was the extent of a company’s wellness plan, now, new employees are expecting healthy meal options, on-site gyms, and other perks to help boost their well-being. With […]

What’s your Lasting Legacy?

This post is not about how to retain your best employees or how to engage with them on a deeper level. This post is not about HR tech and its latest impact on recruiting trends. This post is about you, us: the HR professional. The HR leader. Most of the time, HR experts consider what […]

New to the #HRTechConf? Take a Tour with @HiveTechHR!

The HR Technology Conference and Exposition can be quite overwhelming if it’s your first time attending and frankly it can be overwhelming if it’s your second or third time. I remember walking into the Expo Hall for the first time last year and my first thought “Wow! This place is huge!” Take a Tour with […]