How To Tell If Your Job Candidate Is Only Looking For A Fling

Andy Porter Andy Porter, Candidate Pool, Interviewing, Recruiting

I’ve come to the realization that I really don’t write an “HR” blog—I write a relationship advice column. I’ve helped you recognize when you’re in a rebound situation, how to think about wedding anniversaries, and how to break your bad habits. All I need to do now is star in my own HR/relationship advice reality show… Real Housewives of HR, …

Everyone Needs Their Mr. Spock

Jason Pankow Culture, Current Affairs, Generations, HR, in the news, Jason Pankow, Leadership, Pop Culture, Television, Uncategorized

Whatever… I know it’s late.  But my turn wasn’t up yet. Still, despite the late timing, I can’t let my opportunity pass without paying homage to the one and only Leonard Nimoy. I grew up with Captain Kirk and Mr. Spock—a beautiful 1970s bromance. Captain Kirk was the epitome of leadership.  He was strong.  He was decisive.  He was good …

Marriage Advice from Two Narcissistic HR Bloggers

Laurie Ruettimann Audacious Ideas, Laurie Ruettimann, Tim Sackett

It’s the end of the year, and I want to acknowledge one major event in 2013: The Supreme Court struck down parts of DOMA! Currently, 15 American states recognized marriage equality: California, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington, as well as the District of Columbia. And the rest …