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Career audits: Does your job work for you?

06/03/2008

Every year, you probably receive (or help write) your performance evaluation. But have you really evaluated your job lately? Doing a “career audit” is a way of asking yourself: How is my position actually working for me? We talk you through the questions you need to ask yourself.

Is HR protected for refusing to follow biased orders?

05/20/2008
What happens if management wants to fire or otherwise punish an employee for discriminatory reasons, and HR objects? Can an HR professional who is then fired for refusing to play ball proceed to file her own EEOC retaliation or protected-activity claim? Learn how this issue can affect your organization—and your own career.

How to Become a ‘Life Entrepreneur’

05/02/2008
When organizations become stuck in a rut, they typically step back, make adjustments and develop an action plan that takes advantage of their strengths. Now take a look in the mirror: Do you approach your business and your life with the same entrepreneurial mindset?

5 tactics to bust the top job killer–stress

04/24/2008
Too much stress is the No. 1 reason people quit their jobs, according to a Towers Watson study of 93 large employers.

The HR I.Q. Test: May ’08

04/17/2008
Test your knowledge of recent trends in employment law, comp & benefits and other HR issues with our monthly mini-quiz …

Hey … you! 7 Ways to Recall a Name

04/15/2008
As an HR pro, you probably have more personal interactions with employees than anyone else in your organization. Let’s face it: They all know who you are. Do you know who they are? If too often the face looks familiar but you can’t place the name, try these seven tips for remembering.

The HR I.Q. Test: April ’08

04/01/2008
Test your knowledge of recent trends in employment law, comp & benefits and other HR issues with our monthly mini-quiz …

Becoming an HR temp: One step back to take a step forward?

04/01/2008
Temping isn’t just for rookies anymore. Demand for qualified HR temporary staff is way up and is gaining among all HR pros—both novice and experienced—who are using temp employment to further their careers at all levels. Here are some tips to navigate the temp-HR landscape …

How to get your ‘e-Portfolio’ ready for Google

04/01/2008
Whether or not you’re actively job hunting, it pays to ratchet up your professional image outside your office. (After all, you never know who might google your name.) For that, the e-portfolio can be your most powerful tool …

How to recession-proof your job

03/11/2008
With the unemployment rate at a two-year high and the housing market in a slump, “recession” is the word on everyone’s lips. Consider these tips, both professional and personal, for protecting your career and your finances.