Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)

by | Apr 5, 2023 | DEI

What does Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Mean? Times are changing with so many varying definitions of diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace.  Here we will dive into what diversity, equity, and inclusion really mean.  These terms are commonly referred to...
What’s up with Pay Transparency?

What’s up with Pay Transparency?

by | Jan 21, 2023 | Human Resources

Pay Transparency  Pay transparency is the practice of openly and proactively sharing information on organizational compensation practices, including pay rates for specific positions, pay increases, bonuses or commission structures, benefits, retirement plans, or any...
SHRM BoCk vs SHRM BASK

SHRM BoCk vs SHRM BASK

by | Jan 7, 2023 | HR Certification

One thing is for sure, Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) has gotten so many people confused with SHRM’s BoCK versus SHRM’s BASK.  I hate to be the messenger but y’all, they are the same.  Let me start by breaking down a few definitions.  What do BoCk and...
No job offer, no reference check

No job offer, no reference check

by | Dec 24, 2022 | Human Resources

Definition of background checks The definitions for all are the same.  Background checks are also known as pre-employment screenings, pre-employment checks and pre-employment verification.  Cambridge Dictionary defines it as a check of what a person has done in the...
What is ghosting?

What is ghosting?

by | Nov 27, 2022 | Career

What is ghosting? LinkedIn defines ghosting as what happens when the applicant reaches the job offer stage of the hiring process [and] causes the hiring team to feel anxious, hurt, and disappointed.  It continues that it can also impact your future job search because...
What it’s like being an HR Generalist

What it’s like being an HR Generalist

by | Sep 25, 2022 | HR Job Titles

Being an HR Generalist can take you into very unpredictable days.  You can have crazy, busy weeks or weeks where it’s just routine work.  It is easy to predict that right before, during, and after open enrollment for benefits, you’ll constantly be busy.  Before we do...
Difference: HR Generalist & HR Business Partner

Difference: HR Generalist & HR Business Partner

by | Sep 18, 2022 | HR Job Titles

Many professionals think that an HR Generalist and an HRBP (Human Resources Business Partner) are the same.  Here’s the reality – they are different.  Both are required to know all functions of the human resources department, but they use their knowledge and skills...
Differences: Recruiting & Talent Acquisition

Differences: Recruiting & Talent Acquisition

by | Aug 31, 2022 | HR Job Titles

 What is Recruitment?  According to TechTarget, recruitment is the process of finding, screening, hiring and eventually onboarding qualified job candidates.  What is Talent Acquisition? According to LinkedIn, talent acquisition is powered by recruiters, sourcers,...
HR Certified: SHRM vs. HRCI Certification

HR Certified: SHRM vs. HRCI Certification

by | Aug 22, 2022 | HR Certification

Here is a step-by-step guide to getting your Human Resources certification, but first, there are tons that you must know about the Human Resources Certification for all Human Resources professionals.   Is Becoming Certified The Only Way To Start a Human Resources...