Often many women feel unfulfilled with their careers, either because they feel they can’t advance or because they are stuck in a rut. For some, it’s difficult to move ahead because many employers are reluctant to put family-oriented individuals in a highly demanding position, and many women decide to take time off at some point […]
Have you decided to make a significant career change in 2017? If so, you should be prepared for an uphill battle. Choosing (and starting in) a new career can be frustrating and difficult. However, when done correctly, it can also be a rewarding experience that will change the way you think, feel, and function. Eight […]
Welcome to another edition of The Funny Side of HR from the Desk of a Woman of a Certain Age It is nothing short of amazing how the business of human resources has changed overall during the last 25 years. And…certainly, if we look back at the job search and interview process 30+ years […]
We all know that HR technology threatens to make many in our function obsolete. We’ve heard that HR tasks can be outsourced or that systems can take the place of people. What I don’t believe anyone has pointed out is that Finance weathered this storm beautifully a long time ago, stepping in front of their […]
Editor’s Note: Please welcome Jacqueline Clay, our newest contributor, with a new feature for 2016. Each month, “From the Desk of a Woman of a Certain Age” will take a light-hearted look at HR of yesterday vs. HR of today. We hope you enjoy it! Hello HR Professionals! We Are Still Here….. Office […]
Why is it from the time we are children we are always striving to reach the next milestone. We can’t wait to lose our baby teeth, only to find we look silly and can’t successfully chew. Reaching double digits comes next accompanied by gaining entry to a coveted seat at the grown up table. Where […]
The world is moving at a very fast pace. What are you doing to keep in step? Every day we hear of corporate mergers, downsizing and restructures. What actions are you taking to rewrite your script to ensure you do not wind up on the cutting room floor? Did you choose to stay home devoting […]
Editor’s Note: From time to time, we like to recognize some of the projects and accomplishments of our regular contributors beyond their work for the site. Kristin Kaufmann’s second book in her “Is This Seat Taken” series, “It’s Never Too Late To Find The Right Seat” was just recently published, and here she gives us a […]
I’ve decided that I’m not a big fan of New Year’s Resolutions. By their very definition, they seem to imply grand sweeping changes that we’re going to make, starting on January 1st of each year. There’s nothing wrong with setting goals for yourself, as long as you put in a little work and […]
What does the word “technology” do to your blood pressure when you hear it? How about “digital space?” “Social media?” Your answer may be different depending on a few things: Your age; Your geography; Your career choice; and possibly, Any expectations you’ve been given for using (or not using) technology. For the record, I’m 53. […]