Tag Archives: HR

4 ways to tell if your HR department is like Congress

Posted on August 8, 2013 by Bradley Galin

You’ve likely heard the classic line: ‘If the opposite of pro is con, then the opposite of progress must be Congress…” Unfortunately, given the state that we find ourselves in right now, that is quite true.  Since the new Congress … Continue reading →

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A conference shouldn’t end at the convention hall door

Posted on July 31, 2013 by Bradley Galin

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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Something to be excited about!

Posted on June 15, 2013 by Bradley Galin

As the SHRM Annual conference approaches, my wife asked me what I was most looking forward to during my time at the conference. While she asked about the speakers and the sessions, my thoughts immediately went to my many colleagues … Continue reading →

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Play is good. 4 tips to do more of it!

Posted on June 11, 2013 by Bradley Galin

The concept of play is very important to us.  As adults, it is easy to lose perspective on the good things that play can do.  Play not only brings joy, but it can lead to better ways to solve problems, … Continue reading →

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The missed value of newness

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Bradley Galin

On a recent Delta flight taking me from Portland to Detroit, I had the opportunity of sitting just in front of a family flying to California.  As the parents were talking to the three kids, they were repeatedly talking about … Continue reading →

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Three years and it’s done

Posted on March 8, 2013 by Bradley Galin

After a three year journey taking 10 weeks at a time, I have completed my MBA!  I remember when I decided to seriously consider whether I should take the plunge there was still hesitation on whether I should do it … Continue reading →

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Is it really about horse meat or our own expectations?

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Bradley Galin

Stories of horse meat being in food are sweeping across Europe right now.  The latest example from IKEA even places horse meat in their famous Swedish Meatballs.  Is this making news because of the potential for inclusion of this mystery meat or … Continue reading →

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Three essential elements of corporate storytelling

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Bradley Galin

Storytelling is a powerful business tool.  I was reminded of this during my visit last week to the January meeting of the Ohio State Council of SHRM.  Although I was there as an invited guest speaker, I certainly feel like … Continue reading →

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Trust in 2013

Posted on December 28, 2012 by Bradley Galin

As we get ready to celebrate the arrival of 2013, thoughts turn toward resolutions and planning for the New Year.  As you examine your own thoughts and feelings, I urge you to consider one word as something to embrace – … Continue reading →

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It’s meaning, not packaging, that matters!

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Bradley Galin

As we plunge headfirst into the holidays, we find many reminders that the meaning of the season goes beyond gifts and material things.  Although that can be difficult for some to grasp (I personally know some wee ones who struggle … Continue reading →

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