Monthly Archives: April 2009

Welcoming the "New Kid On The Block"

Just a short post this morning to welcome a new blogger to the HR world.  Be sure to check out an up and coming HR professional, Ben Eubanks (Twitter ID @beneubanks) and his new blog http://upstartHR.wordpress.com.
Ben will be providing career guidance for college students entering the field of Human Resources.  He’ll also share some innovative [...]

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The Great HR Blog Exchange

Do you ever have moments where you look back on something you did that seemed little at the time but made a big impact in your life?  One of those non-events that changed things profoundly or brought new insight and inspiration into your life?  Looking back now, I had one of those moments recently.
What did [...]

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I Prefer Work/Life Juggling Over "Balance"

balance.  According to dictionary.com it is a state of equilibrium or equipoise; equal distribution of weight, amount, etc.  As working parents, we are constantly hearing about having “work/life balance”. 
When I first became a mom five years ago, I too thought this was the goal I was striving for.  I have since learned that is not [...]

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Knock It Off!- Lessons in Leadership from the Deadliest Catch

Have you ever watched the show Deadliest Catch on Discovery Channel?  Well, I typically do not, but it is on in my house quite often thanks to a hubby who thinks crab fishermen are fascinating.  This week there was a new episode, the second of this season apparently.  The show chronicles the tough job being [...]

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My Preschool Attitude- Part Two

In a mere two days, I have become known in my department (unofficially, of course) as the Chief Happiness Officer.  Kind of corny, I know, but a bit of an honor.  When I think about it, I want to be known as someone who is upbeat.  Someone you can count on to distribute a bit [...]

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