Tag Archives: Empowerment
WHAT DO EMPLOYERS WANT & EXPECT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
The image and role of human resources has definitely changed over the years. Decades ago HR was referred to as “Personnel” with many of these people being seen as a high-end Administrator, yet making many decisions, which greatly impacted the organization. Selecting employees for most positions would radically influence the business. Later “personnel managers” were gradually …
Continue Reading >If You Were Beginning Your Career, How Important Would Training Be to You
Whether you have a college degree or received an associate degree or even certain professional certifications, until a person gets into his/her regular, full-time professional career, all the knowledge and data a person has retained is lacking the hands-on experience. An internship can be very helpful, but even then the role of an intern has …
Continue Reading >INSIGHT FOR JOB SEARCH CANDIDATES
With Charlotte continuing to be such a draw for many people moving, some say we have approximately 60+ people moving to the Metro each day. Imagine that in just 10 days, 600 people could be looking for a job. In 30 days that would be 1800 people in a job search. Obviously, not all of …
Continue Reading >WHAT CHANGES ARE YOUR INDUSTRY EXPERIENCING
Change is a word that can stir up positive and negative connotations. Some changes are welcomed and needed, helping to resolve challenges, while other changes can be costly and not seen as helpful. What changes do you see in your industry? Increased Diversity is usually welcomed by businesses, adding more skills and capabilities. Although with …
Continue Reading >BUSINESS LEADERS, WHAT DO YOU WANT OTHERS TO REMEMBER ABOUT YOU
Those business leaders, who are ones with strong convictions and committed to being their best and/or being able to “making a difference”, strive to be of good character and high integrity. Chances are they have idolized other leaders who have made valuable contributions to their industries, communities, and the overall good health of their fellow …
Continue Reading >IS YOUR IMAGE THAT OF A PROFESSIONAL
The work attire today has a wide range of images. Some may consider the formal professional attire may be less liked, but the image it portrays clearly shouts “Success”. Many in business far prefer a less formal dress code, with no tie, no suit, and a jacket being used or not. More offices are going …
Continue Reading >What Aspect of Change or Transitions Is Most Difficult or Not Addressed
Having changes in business or other organizations is far from new, and yet they stir up mixed emotions and opinions time and again. Companies and other entities have experienced Mergers, Acquisitions, Restructurings, Reorganizations, etc., and any of these transitions can cause not only human emotional situations, but there can also be logistical hardships, unexpected financial …
Continue Reading >WHY IS ACCCOUNTABILITY IMPORTANT & WHY ARE FEWER PEOPLE TAKING ACCOUNTABILITY SERIOUSLY
Being accountable for one’s actions and behavior means taking responsibility for what you say and do. When you are a child, you may not be expected to be responsible for your behavior, but as you become older, that changes. Others may DEPEND on you and need for you to handle certain tasks. Responsibilities that we …
Continue Reading >TOP 5 PRIORITIES EMPLOYEES SEEK IN EMPLOYERS AND VICE VERSA
Both employees and employers have specific priorities that each seeks in the other as partners in an employment relationship. If each can be honest about these, as well as make a conscious effort to sincerely agree and meet these expectations, their working relationship should be a win-win. Let’s look a t each of their priority …
Continue Reading >WHAT KIND OF REPUTATION DO YOU HAVE AS A PROFESSIONAL
Whether after persons pass away or in their absence, a lot of stories and insight might often be shared about him/her. Sadly, some stories that are shared may be unflattering or even exaggerated. What would others say about you and how you treated others? In a business it is easy to get backed up or …
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