Validation is a psychological need that we all crave. It is the desire for acknowledgment, appreciation, and recognition from others. In the workplace, validation has become even more important, as employees seek the approval of their superiors, colleagues, and customers. However, this need for validation can be detrimental to employees’ mental health and well-being, as…
Category: HR 101
Moving Forward from COVID-19 for Non-Essential Workers
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused significant disruption in the global economy, leading to job losses and economic uncertainty. Many non-essential workers have been impacted by the pandemic and are struggling to find ways to stay productive and relevant in the job market. However, the emergence of AI technology provides an opportunity for non-essential workers to…
Tips for Mental Health Accommodations at Work
As employers work to find the best ways to accommodate their employees regarding mental health concerns, you can do some things to help yourself. Understand that your leadership may have no experience working with employees with mental health concerns, so patience is needed. You might also spearhead a new workgroup to help create and implement…
Setting Boundaries as an HR Office
The customer is not always right! I repeat the customer is not always right. This adage may have some truth to it as customers can point out gaps in service. However, customers (and I mean employees that are serviced by your HR office) can be a bit unnerving and downright rude at times. A great…
Dealing With Workplace Issues
Conflict is an everyday process of life. Not all disputes have to be negative or nasty. Conflict can be an excellent process to further communication and share thoughts for all to hear. With the age of social media, conflict resolution seems to be a fading skill. Things are either said mostly behind someone’s back, on…
S.A.F.E Model of Leadership
“Leadership is the process of influencing people by providing purpose, direction, and motivation to accomplish the mission and improve the organization (ADP 6-22).” In a world of increasing worldly conflict, fluctuating economies and speedier technological trends, change is becoming the norm. That has led organizations to find effective ways of maintaining competitive advantage. Organizations must…
Dealing with a Horrible Boss?
There may come a time when you will have to work for a horrible boss. You might be working for that person now. They may harass you daily, set unreal expectations and continuously play the blame game which means blaming you! As much as you want them to change that may not happen but there…
Washington DC Hiring Expo with the Washington Nationals Flyer Sept 6th, 2018
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Military Spouse Hiring Reception Sept 5th, 2018-McLean, VA
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Interview Techniques: Adequate Self-Confidence
After sitting through numerous interviews, one major flaw that even the best candidates (on paper) regularly show is low self-confidence. I understand that many of you are humble. However, failure to articulate during an interview is not humility. What you are doing is underselling yourself. Not being able to accurately describe yourself and your gifts…
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