SHRM10 – Closing thoughts

July 5, 2010

I’ve started this post, both in my head and on the computer, more times than I can count.  Each time it takes a different direction. I guess I’m conflicted on my thoughts for SHRM10.
First, a million thanks to SHRM for letting me participate on the first Blog Squad! If you’d like to check out the [...]

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Be vivid – let your employees do the same

July 1, 2010

The SHRM10 closing general session was led by Marcus Buckingham. Buckingham is an excellent speaker; witty and wicked smart….. and not to mention easy on the eyes.
There were so many quotes and stories from his session that I really don’t know where to begin.  Sometimes it’s the one liners that stick with me and kick [...]

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Acquisitions – making good business sense

June 30, 2010

I’m seeing a running theme with some of the session I’ve attended at this years SHRM conference.  Obvious.
So maybe I didn’t attend the right sessions, I don’t know.  The last session I attended was about bridging cultures together during an acquisition. Sounds exciting right? J
I think a lot of this material is obvious; is it [...]

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Great places to work – it’s not rocket science

June 28, 2010

Creating a Great Place to Work: Lessons from the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For
Nice session  The speaker was easy to listen to, didn’t read slides to me, and induced a few giggles, which is always good.
The presentation reaffirmed my belief that being a great place to work isn’t rocket science. Here [...]

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Day One SHRM Shenanigan Recap

June 27, 2010

SHRM Day one recap
There are a few things that stuck out today that, for me, have made this conference better than any of the others I’ve attended.  And I know you are just itching to know what those things are right? Ok, fine, just humor me.

Bacon Stuffed Waffles.  If you are ever in San Diego, [...]

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