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2013 SHRM ANNUAL: LINGO ALERT

by Jonathan Segal on June 14, 2013 1 comment
Every profession has its own words—words that we use and, at times, over use.
 
When does the use become overuse?  Well, when lots of us are together!
 
So as we enjoy SHRM’s Annual Conference next week, we need to be careful of HR lingo.  What are some of the words and expressions to avoid?
 
I have narrowed it down to a “Top 10.”  Out of respect to your colleagues, please avoid:
 
1. Knowledge share.  Yes, that’s the goal, but how about plain English? Good stuff.
 
2. Gap analysis.  Rather...
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Vendors Are People Too

by David Kovacovich on June 14, 2013 0 comments
I will be joining the #SHRM13 Social Media Team this year at the SHRM Annual Conference in Chicago.  In years past, I worked on an exhibitor booth team.  Here’s my take on the vendor mindset and how you can maximize your exhibitor hall experience. 
 
By the way, you can meet me at “The Hive” (located in the South Building of McCormick Place in HALL A right next to the SHRMStore) for a social media tutorial:
• Monday 2pm - 4pm
• Tuesday 2pm - 4pm
• Wednesday 10am - 12pm
 
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Eight Mistakes You Must Avoid to Enjoy #SHRM13

by Jessica Miller-Merrell on June 13, 2013 0 comments
Be sure to check out our SHRM Party Guide and Text ‘SHRM’ to 55678 to receive text alerts and reminders of speakers, parties and other happenings directly to your phone. Jessica proudly supports SHRM and has been a member since 2001. 
 
Experience is the best teacher but preparation and education are essential in the learning and living especially when it comes to working in HR. With regard to the upcoming SHRM Annual Conference, I wanted to share some mistakes I’ve made myself since attending my first SHRM and how to avoid them June 16-19th, 2013 in beautiful Chicago....
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#SHRM13 ROLL CALL!!

by Eric B. Meyer on June 13, 2013 0 comments
 
We are less than a week from the start of the SHRM Annual Conference & Exposition, which kicks off in Chicago on Sunday, June 16.
 
I will roll into town on Monday. My plan is to hit the House of Blues that night for The Official #SHRM13 TweetUp & Afterparty. Next day, I'll be chugging hair of the dog shuttling between the Blogger's Lounge and The HIVE, where I'll ultimately set up...
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Manufacturing an Economic Recovery

by Joe Coombs on June 13, 2013 0 comments
Millions of goods-producing jobs have been eliminated in the past 20 years, and although the manufacturing industry has bounced back in recent months, the most consistent growth in the labor market has been tied to the service sector for the past several quarters.
 
Manufacturers, however, aren’t quite ready to cede their standing as a pillar of economic strength. In fact, experts say the industrial sector could return to a level of productivity not seen for decades—before major technological advancements, overseas outsourcing and several recessionary periods began to decimate its ranks.
 
By 2025 manufacturing could reach 15 percent of...
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Eight Things NOT To Do at #SHRM13

by Matt Stollak on June 10, 2013 0 comments

Advice has already starting flowing in about what to do while in Chicago for the big event.  In case you missed it: China Gorman provides some excellent advice about maximizing your SHRM Conference experience. Jessica Miller-Merrill provides you with the top 10 things to do while you are in Chicago and not going to the conference.  Trish McFarlane has brought back her 10 Conference Commandments.

This will not one of those posts.

I will be attending my 13th SHRM Annual Conference, and below I, instead, will provide you, based on my years of experience, the things you do NOT want to do while...

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A Look Back Into SHRM Conferences

by Susan Avello on June 7, 2013 0 comments
I wanted to research all the posts I had written from the last two SHRM Conferences I've attended and see what I could come up with. I found some pretty cool stuff.
 
For those of you that don't know, I've been privileged to be a part of the Blogging/Press team for the past two years as well as a regular monthly contributor here at WeKnowNext.
 
I'm also stoked I'm allowed to go back this year's Conference right here in my back yard (Chicago) and look forward to sharing those happenings for the next few weeks over...
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Maximizing Your SHRM Annual Conference Experience

by David Kovacovich on June 5, 2013 0 comments

A few weeks from now you will grab your favorite travel accessories in preparation for the 65th annual Society of Human Resource Management Annual Conference. I’m sure you are bursting with excitement to get to Chicago to learn, network, and build your strategic toolbox. By the time you return from the Windy City many of you will be recertified or adding a letter to your post name credentials. Whether it’s your first SHRM conference experience or your 65th, maximizing your time is essential. So on behalf of the #SHRM13 social media team; allow me to be the first to welcome...

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