About Human Resources | AboutHR.com » Human Resources http://www.abouthr.com/blog About Human Resources Employer and Employee Arizona and Everywhere Wed, 22 Dec 2010 02:40:39 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1 Take a Sick Day http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/take-a-sick-day/2008/07/17/ http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/take-a-sick-day/2008/07/17/#comments Thu, 17 Jul 2008 03:37:27 +0000 admin http://www.abouthr.com/blog/?p=431 Take a sick day. Whether you are just feeling a little bit under the weather or you just need a mental health day; do not put it off. It will only reduce your productivity and effectiveness if you do not. We all need to take time off and even something as simple as sleeping in more one day can make a big difference.

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]]> http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/basic-internet-training/2008/07/08/feed/ 0 The Importance of Sick and Vacation Time http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/the-importance-of-sick-and-vacation-time/2008/05/14/ http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/the-importance-of-sick-and-vacation-time/2008/05/14/#comments Wed, 14 May 2008 00:24:25 +0000 admin http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/the-importance-of-sick-and-vacation-time/2008/05/14/ One employee benefit that is often overlooked is sick leave and vacation time. Sick leave is so important yet more and more businesses either do not provide enough or give you the third degree when taking sick leave. The reality is that sick leave is also for mental health and sometimes you just need a personal day for mental health. Vacation time is another benefit that is often lacking. Vacation time should be used for those one week long vacations that at the end return you revitalized. Of course this is hard to do if you only get one week all year. I am also a fan of giving someone their sick leave and vacation time all upfront. Why make them slowly earn it and then have everyone take vacation and sick time at the end of the year?

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]]> http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/the-importance-of-sick-and-vacation-time/2008/05/14/feed/ 0 Find your Dream Job http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/find-your-dream-job/2008/05/12/ http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/find-your-dream-job/2008/05/12/#comments Mon, 12 May 2008 05:12:52 +0000 admin http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/find-your-dream-job/2008/05/12/ Find your Dream Job

1. List 8 companies you want to work for

2. Get referrals on good companies to work for

3. Get your resume and interview skills in order

4. Get a head hunter

5. Do some networking

6. Get the right degree for the right job

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What is one of the top work place perks that a company can offer their employees? A shower. Of course I mean an individual shower in a corporate bathroom or weight room area. Sometimes a good shower is the only thing that can perk a person up and help them meet new challenges. A shower is the perfect pick me up that does not result in the caffiene addiction or let down of other solutions. If your workplace does not have one I suggest you look into it.

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]]> http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/a-shower-one-of-the-best-work-place-perks/2008/05/01/feed/ 0 Personal Problems in the Work Place http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/personal-problems-in-the-work-place/2008/04/17/ http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/personal-problems-in-the-work-place/2008/04/17/#comments Thu, 17 Apr 2008 05:37:54 +0000 admin http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/personal-problems-in-the-work-place/2008/04/17/ One issue that constantly bothers me is personal problems in the work place usually between employees. Aside from harassment issues this problem is usually caused by one employee that is all about drama. Some times passive aggressive behavior or back stabbing can enter into things. Overall this behavior creates a frustrating or depressing work experience and can often destroy a work unit or group from within. It is only a matter of time. There are many approaches but often the best is to either leave or to wait it out.

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]]> http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/personal-problems-in-the-work-place/2008/04/17/feed/ 0 The Importance of Living Near your Job http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/the-importance-of-living-near-your-job/2008/04/16/ http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/the-importance-of-living-near-your-job/2008/04/16/#comments Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:15:35 +0000 admin http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/the-importance-of-living-near-your-job/2008/04/16/ Living in close proximity to your job is becoming more and more important. Over the years long commute times have grown longer and longer and high real estate prices have caused employees to live farther and farther away from their job. But now gas prices are on the rise. Real estate prices are dropping, and the opportunity to either change careers or move closer to your job is a very important option. There are many other reasons for living close to your job including:

1. Spending more time with your family

2. Less stress

3. Less risk of being in an accident due to less time on the road

4. The option to bike to work

5. Reducing pollution and smog

6. Save wear and tear on your car

7. Take public transportation

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1. Set ground rules

2. Have an exit strategy

3. Always get a raise

4. Make sure it is really the best place for you

5. Reflect on why you left

6. What are the potential for growth and advancement?

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]]> http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/6-tips-for-working-for-an-old-employer/2008/03/18/feed/ 0 So You Just Landed Your First Real Job. What Now? http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/so-you-just-landed-your-first-real-job-what-now/2008/03/18/ http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/so-you-just-landed-your-first-real-job-what-now/2008/03/18/#comments Tue, 18 Mar 2008 17:49:16 +0000 admin http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/so-you-just-landed-your-first-real-job-what-now/2008/03/18/ So You Just Landed Your First Real Job. What Now? You need to succeed and advance. Here are some tips:

1. Make a written plan of goals and requirements to achieve those goals

2. Develop a habit of removing distractions

3. Arrive early and leave 5 minutes late

4. Identify your peak work time and focus on that

5. Ask for additional responsibilities

6. Get the training you need

7. Ask for help when you need it

8. Make your boss look good

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]]> http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/so-you-just-landed-your-first-real-job-what-now/2008/03/18/feed/ 0 How Important is Trust? http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/how-important-is-trust/2008/03/15/ http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/how-important-is-trust/2008/03/15/#comments Sat, 15 Mar 2008 03:33:44 +0000 admin http://www.abouthr.com/blog/human-resources/how-important-is-trust/2008/03/15/ How Important is Trust? For a manager, trusing a co worker or employee can make the difference between a difficult job and an easy job. After all, how often would you have to check up on someone if your really trusted them. How much less stress would you have with trust? Now obviously that trust needs to be earned. But when it is and then freely given everyone is much happier.

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