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December Interview: Dr. Steven Groves on… Pets and Holiday Decorations – Preparations and Precautions!

By |December 13th, 2017|

In our December interview, doctor of veterinary medicine, Steven Groves, talks about Pets and Holiday Decorations – Preparations and Precautions!

Q: When the December holidays roll around, we are reminded about how to keep pets safe and the decorations secure. Would you say that a Christmas tree or candles are more of a safety hazard for pets?

A: […]

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October Interview: Erin Wozniak on … A Brief History of Recruiting in the Digital Age

By |October 20th, 2017|

In October’s interview, Erin Wozniak discusses a brief history of recruiting in the digital age.

Q: The Internet has changed everything, and one thing it changed is how employers advertise job openings. Briefly, describe your role in your company before the Internet became the driving force for recruitment advertisement.

A: I started my career in the 1990s […]

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September Interview: Carolyn B. Thompson on… Helping Staff Learn Specific Tasks of their Job, Quickly and with Accuracy

By |September 29th, 2017|

September’s Article with Carolyn B. Thompson focuses on… Helping Staff Learn Specific Tasks of their Job, Quickly and with Accuracy.

Q: When you say skills or specific tasks, what do you mean?

A: Tasks are the specific outcome of actions you take to complete a component of your job function (ex – move a 50 lb box from […]

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August Interview: Bill Thompson on… How to be a Superstar in Human Resources

By |August 1st, 2017|

August’s Interview with Bill Thompson focuses on How to be a Superstar in Human Resources! Read on.

Q: What do you mean by Superstar in Human Resources?

A: You are a Star because you are already in likely the most important profession for two reasons: Employees are so important to any organization for its initial and continued success. […]

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July Interview: Ardon Schambers on… Onboarding: New Strategies for Welcoming New Employees!

By |July 1st, 2017|

Q:  The first few weeks and months after hiring a new employee are critical for the mutual success of this hiring process. Onboarding is also known as organizational socialization and was previously known as company orientation. What would you describe as a modern definition of onboarding as it pertains to the human resources function?

A: I […]

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June Interview: Susan Howard on… Travel Pay: Everything You Need to Know to Pay Employees!

By |June 1st, 2017|

Q: The US Department of Labor has rules for employers on the topic of travel pay. But, what is the definition of travel pay in the legal context?

A: Title 29, Part 785 of the Code of Federal Regulations defines Travel pay in this manner:

Time spent traveling during normal work hours is considered compensable work time. […]

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May Interview: Barry Demp on… Mastering Networking: When Patterns are Broken, New Worlds Will Emerge!

By |May 1st, 2017|

Q: Networking, we are repeatedly told, is the best tool to finding a career job, or promoting your business, and staying relevant in your field. What is your definition of networking?

A: Networking is a process that provides the structure, support, skills, and strategies needed to bridge the gap between ideas and actions. The best part […]

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April Interview: Wayne Leiser on… If Computers Could Talk!

By |April 5th, 2017|

In our April interview, computer guru, Wayne Leiser, explains what computers would say… if computers could talk!

Q: What is the biggest issue you are seeing with personal or small business computers in 2017?

A: PUP Infections (Potentially Unwanted Programs).  Most A/V software does not look for PUP infections.  They are annoying and will change your homepage […]

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March Article: Jean Juchnowicz on… “Building Trust when You are the Boss in a Small Business”

By |March 3rd, 2017|

In our March Interview, Jean Juchnowicz, owner of Career Advice Simplified shares insight into Building Trust when You are the Boss in a Small Business.

Q: Why should the owner or managers in small businesses focus on building trust with their employees?

A: Building trust is important. A small business is focused on increasing revenue, controlling expenses, and […]

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February Interview: June Braithwaite on… “Two Revolutionary Strategies to Create your Ultimate Retirement Plan”

By |February 1st, 2017|

In our February Interview, June Braithwaite discusses Two Revolutionary Strategies to Create your Ultimate Retirement Plan.

Q: Why should a small business create a retirement benefit plan for their employees?

A: A small business may not always have the resources available to offer a retirement plan like a 401(k) for their employees. Therefore, a plan with a flexible […]

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