Category Archives: Personal Development

It’s the end of January. That means that 2015 is 8.5 percent complete. Where are you on your goals for the year? Many of us certainly don’t feel like we have accomplished enough toward getting things done. Although I’m not … Continue reading

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Finding the pieces

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Right now we have several puzzles going in our house. While the reason we have them going is not important, they have prompted some great discussions and lessons to my children. These are lessons that many adults in positions of … Continue reading

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Improvement begins at home !!

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This post is part of the January HR Carnival being hosted by Steve Browne. The prompt we were given – “I’d improve HR by…” So, here’s my answer to the challenge Improvement begins at home !! You’re asking the following … Continue reading

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That one BIG thing

As 2014 winds down, I find myself looking back on what has been an eventful year. My role as HR Director found me entering into negotiations with labor unions for the first time. All five unions reached agreements (some more … Continue reading

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Reporting back

I am fortunate to be able to attend more than my fair share of HR conferences. With more great conferences coming up, I find myself thinking about some conversations with attendees at the last couple of conferences I’ve attended. As … Continue reading

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Leisure and Learning

It makes me happy to think about journeying to Orlando in less than two weeks to attend my second SHRM Annual Conference.  Having experienced my first last year, I now know that the event is much bigger than the sessions … Continue reading

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Get Better, not Bitter

One of the best aspects of presenting to groups is getting questions. This is especially true when the audience is mostly composed of students who are not afraid to inquire deeper on a point made during the presentation. One recent … Continue reading

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Why does change mean losing something?

I asked the question above to one of my coworkers when they were bemoaning the constant change that has been happening and how so much has been lost.  This question stunned them immediately and the retreat began on how changes … Continue reading

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A conference shouldn’t end at the convention hall door

This post originally appeared on the blog of the Illinois State Council – SHRM as I prepare to be part of the event August 18-20, 2013 in suburban Chicago!  To learn more, click here ——————————————————————————————– “I’m Brad and I’m a … Continue reading

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The risks in progress

Progress always involves risks.  You can’t steal second base and keep your foot on first. -        Frederick B. Wilcox Life has a funny way of presenting opportunities.  Without taking a risk, so many instances of progress would not occur.  Even … Continue reading

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