Join Me on #Nextchat: Women in HR Technology #HRTechConf

Hey Gang– I’m off to the HR Technology Conference and I want to invite you to participate in a very timely twitterchat.  The folks at #SHRM are hosting a special technology themed #nextchat where we are going to discuss women in technology-based STEM careers. We’ll chat about how HR can work inside and outside theirContinue reading Join Me on #Nextchat: Women in HR Technology #HRTechConf

Keep Your Conference From Being a S**t Show! My Tips, even a NEW one.

I’ll be attending the HR Technology Conference and will be speaking at the Fall ERE Recruiting Conference over the next few weeks.  As a speaker for ERE I participated in a virtual QA for all attendees.  Of course many were interested in how to prep for this great conference.  I am here to serve YOU,Continue reading Keep Your Conference From Being a S**t Show! My Tips, even a NEW one.

VIDEO: #HR On The Run > 4 Tips To Execute Your Emergency Prep Plan

In this Episode of Hr On The Run: In light of the terrible events in Las Vegas this past week, I thought it appropriate to share 4 simple tips to help HR pros execute emergence preparedness plans.  Stay Safe — DB

#Hamilton files: Good HR Recruiters should hire a Theatre Major

“Great theatre is about challenging how we think and encouraging us to fantasize about a world we aspire to.”  — Willem Dafoe Sounds like how high-performance teams must work now.  Let me tell you why. I finally saw Hamilton in Chicago.  OMG.  My theatre nerd came out of me in all directions. I got ticketsContinue reading #Hamilton files: Good HR Recruiters should hire a Theatre Major

My Toughest Leave of Absence Situations, A Lesson In Action

My following piece, originally posted on ALEX by JellyVision, is part two in a three part series titled:  My Toughest Leave Of Absence Situations. DB – I’m so glad to be writing my second post for ALEX’s “My Toughest Leave Of Absence Situations” series. As I stated in part one of the series (My Toughest Leave Of Absence Situations: AContinue reading My Toughest Leave of Absence Situations, A Lesson In Action

TWITTERCHAT:! Join me as host of SHRM #Nextchat: The Secret Recipe for Great Hiring

Friends, Please join me Wend, August 30th, 3pm ET as I host SHRM’s popular #Nextchat.  #Nextchat is a twitterchat where HR pros are given the opportunity to share thoughts, ideas, and best practices with each other on various HR topics.  It’s one of the best “micro-learning” opportunities out there. If you’ve never participated in aContinue reading TWITTERCHAT:! Join me as host of SHRM #Nextchat: The Secret Recipe for Great Hiring

ERE Conference! Recruiting! Minneapolis! And Your Chance To Save $300!

Wouldn’t you rather spend $300 dollars on ice cream than a conference.  If so, read ahead! My friends — If you are a recruiter, HR Pro, or leader interested in learning from the best, don’t miss the always inventive, always exciting ERE Fall Conference, in Minneapolis, MN.  ERE always delivers.  Experts in the recruiting space,Continue reading ERE Conference! Recruiting! Minneapolis! And Your Chance To Save $300!

VIDEO: #HR On The Run > 3 Reasons To Change Your Brand.

On this episode of HR On The Run I talk about HR Branding — more importantly — what are some reasons you or your team may need a brand refresh.  My inspiration? The new rebrand of Coke Zero to Coke Zero Sugar. (What?!) Watch to hear 3 reasons why companies rebrand, how this relates toContinue reading VIDEO: #HR On The Run > 3 Reasons To Change Your Brand.

I Was In Charlottesville, Here’s What Locals Want Me To Share.

By the biggest of coincidences I was in Charlottesville the weekend of the recent protests. My husband, who rarely has to travel outside of AL for work, had to take a deposition in a small Pennsylvania town not far from Charlottesville.  Since we’ve both wanted to visit Monticello (the home of Thomas Jefferson), the UniversityContinue reading I Was In Charlottesville, Here’s What Locals Want Me To Share.

Want Affordable, Effective Workers Fast: Hire “Brandless” Employees.

Companies and agencies are continuously trying to find the “holy grail” of talent:  New hires who can do the job well and come at an affordable salary. As an HR pro, I don’t know how many times I’ve been told by hiring managers to find the best talent for the cheapest price possible.  Unfortunately, there have been a few problems withContinue reading Want Affordable, Effective Workers Fast: Hire “Brandless” Employees.