HR Tips
Superscout: A New Job Site That Could Be a “Monster” Killer
by Ben Nash on September 3, 2010
For years now, those of us seeking a new job have flocked to the internet in the hope of finding our next position. Major job boards such as CareerBuilder.com or Monster.com are host to millions of jobs and are, for the most part, household names – especially in this tough job market. More recently, start-up companies have recognized the daunting task of creating an employment website to rival the major players Read More
The Difference between Company Vision, Mission, and Values Video
by Ben Nash on August 22, 2010
We were recently asked by a colleague to explain the difference between a vision statement, a mission statement, and a values statement. I must confess that, at first, we struggled to answer the question because many organizations seem to use these terms interchangeably, and we wanted to make sure we were accurately answering the question. After our discussion, we had the distinct feeling that others may be wondering what the differences are Read More
Problems With Providing Candid Feedback To Employees
by Ben Nash on September 1, 2010
Some managers are naturally gifted in providing timely and accurate performance feedback to their employees; however, most are not! Most managers need training to develop feedback skills. In fact, according to a large scale study by McKinsey, about 40% of the feedback given to employees, actually has a negative impact on their performance due to poor delivery—including being unclear, inaccurate, and biased. Read More
Identify Personal & Organizational Familiarity Zones
by Ben Nash on August 31, 2010
Are you usually a rather reserved person who finds it a little scary to walk up to a total stranger and start a conversation? Are you usually a rather talkative person who really needs to listen more? Do you usually like to be in control and give directions to others? If the answer to these (and similar) questions is YES, then you are probably operating in your familiarity zone most of the time. Read More
Being an Entrepreneur – The Real Story!
by Ben Nash on August 30, 2010
For the next few days, DailyHRTips.com will explore the facts and the myths about being an entrepreneur, in the hope that you can apply some of this information to your own job. Whether you are starting your own business or you are a corporate superstar, incorporating entrepreneurial characteristics into your work flow can have a profound affect on everything from your productivity levels to your ability to innovate. Read More
HR and Business News
HP Wins 3Par Bidding War Against Dell
September 3, 2010
Windsor Genova – AHN News News Writer Fremont, CA, United States (AHN) – The bidding war for data storage company 3Par ended Thursday with Hewlett-Packard as the winner after rival Dell declined to match its $2.4 billion offer for the company. The 3Par’s board announced Read More
Stocks Extend Gains Ahead Of Friday’s Job Report
September 3, 2010
Windsor Genova – AHN News News Writer New York, NY, United States (AHN) – U.S. stocks extended their gains on Thursday buoyed by retailers’ rosy sales in August, an unexpected increase in pending sales of used homes and hopes for a better monthly employment report Read More
Oil Rig Explodes Off Louisiana Coast; 1 Worker Injured
September 3, 2010
Ayinde O. Chase – AHN News Editor New Orleans, LA, United States (AHN) – Another oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico has erupted into flames following an explosion. Rescue crews from New Orleans and Houston on a fleet of helicopters and boats are headed Read More
18 Canadian Cities In List Of North America’s Worst Speed Traps
September 3, 2010
AHN News Staff Waunakee, Wisconsin, United States (AHN) – The National Motorists Association has named two cities from each U.S. state and Canadian province as the worst speed traps. A “worst overall” and a “worst under 100,000 population” winner from each state and province was Read More
Burger King Announces $4B Acquisition Deal
September 3, 2010
Ayinde O. Chase – AHN News Editor Miami, FL, United States (AHN) – No. 2 hamburger retailer Burger King announced Thursday that it will be sold to 3G Capital in a deal worth $4 billion. The news brought shares of the company to an 18-month Read More
eBay Disallowing Third Party Checkout Systems In 2011
September 3, 2010
Ayinde O. Chase – AHN News Editor San Jose, CA, United States (AHN) – Online auction site eBay is banning third party checkout systems from its retail service. Todd Lutwak, an eBay vice president, said in a blog posting that “a consistent checkout experience helps Read More
Explosions Ignite Massive Blaze At Philadelphia Welding Company
September 3, 2010
Kris Alingod – AHN News Contributor Collingdale, PA, United States (AHN) – Explosions at a welding supply company late Wednesday injured at least four people and caused hundreds of residents to flee their homes. Several blasts ignited a five-alarm blaze at Scully Welding in Delaware Read More
New York Cheese Maker Expands Recall
September 3, 2010
David Goodhue – AHN News Reporter NY, United States (AHN) – A New York cheese company is expanding a product recall first announced on Aug. 24 regarding cheese that may be infected with Listeria monocytogenes. Azteca Linda Corp. announced last week a recall of its Read More
New Credit Card Rules In Canada Effective Sept. 1
September 3, 2010
AHN News Staff Ottawa, Ontario, Canada (AHN) – Canada’s new credit card regulations took effect Wednesday, Sept. 1. The rules required that credit card companies give cardholders a minimum 21-day interest-free grace period on all new card purchases if the customers pay the outstanding balance Read More
Stocks Bounces Back As Factory Activity Index Rises
September 2, 2010
Windsor Genova – AHN News News Writer New York, NY, United States (AHN) – Wall Street suddenly turned bullish at the start of September as a strong August manufacturing report sent the three major stock indexes into positive territory on Wednesday. The Dow Jones Industrial Read More
