Tag Archives: HR

We Know Next…So can someone tell me?!?

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Bradley Galin

As I wrap up my MBA coursework I am getting the question more and more:  “What’s next for you?” My honest answer at this point is a definitive “I do not know.” In honor of this week’s SHRM Leadership Conference (which … Continue reading →

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Even with Technology, it’s still about People

Posted on October 24, 2012 by Bradley Galin

I had the opportunity to attend my first HR Technology Expo two weeks ago in Chicago.  At the suggestion of a colleague, I registered to walk the tradeshow floor which enabled me to speak with the vendors who came to … Continue reading →

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The Importance of History

Posted on September 24, 2012 by Bradley Galin

This weekend I am lucky to gather with much of my extended family as we celebrate the wedding of my cousin Alexandra. We have taken this opportunity to come together and have a family reunion. As frequently happens when families … Continue reading →

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Learn, share, and grow

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Bradley Galin

As many of you know, I am active on the Indiana State Council of SHRM and have been since 2006.  During my tenure on the council, my roles have evolved and for the last three (3) years, I have been … Continue reading →

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The season of HR conferencing

Posted on August 9, 2012 by Bradley Galin

As we enter late summer in the Northern Hemisphere, the season in the North Central region of SHRM turns not to autumn, but to conference.  This week, both the Illinois and Missouri State Councils held their state conferences and other … Continue reading →

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A Good Week!

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Bradley Galin

There are certain weeks you know are going to be good ones when you wake up on Monday morning. I am fortunate that this is one of those weeks for me. Why do I know this? 1. It is the … Continue reading →

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GPA – Hot or not?

Posted on June 12, 2012 by Bradley Galin

In the past few weeks, I have read a couple of posts talking about GPA and its usefulness in the hiring process.  Like many things in HR, there are a variety of opinions and viewpoints on this.  (My friend and a … Continue reading →

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HR is PR

Posted on June 6, 2012 by Bradley Galin

One reason I enjoy being involved in social media is that it brings together two essential business entities that I enjoy, human resources and public relations.    As a one-time (or is that a recovering?!?) public relations person, I recognize that the … Continue reading →

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HR Certification – its value to me

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Bradley Galin

I always read with interest the debate within the HR community about the value of holding certification of professional credentials, specifically those through the Human Resource Certification Institute.  Since 2003, I have held my SPHR certification and had the PHR … Continue reading →

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Meaning, pride, and empowerment

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Bradley Galin

Over the past few months, I have been involved in several discussions revolving around finding meaning in work. Although it is certainly to the benefit of everyone to find and have meaning in the work we do each day, the … Continue reading →

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