Sharlyn Lauby
@sharlynlauby.bsky.social
I'm the author of HR Bartender and an HR consultant. My personal goal is to find the best cheeseburger on the planet.
In our workplaces, tacit approval happens whenever a manager fails to speak out about existing conditions that fail to meet standards. Today we explore the relationship between leadership and tacit approval in today's workplace. #management
Leadership and Tacit Approval in Today's Workplace
Understand the significance of tacit approval in management roles. Learn how silent consent may hinder performance and productivity.
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November 24, 2025 at 1:31 PM
In our workplaces, tacit approval happens whenever a manager fails to speak out about existing conditions that fail to meet standards. Today we explore the relationship between leadership and tacit approval in today's workplace. #management
If you or someone you know is looking for a new job opportunity, check out the Challenger Annual Holiday Job Search Event. For 40 years, Challenger has been offering FREE job search webinars and access to job coaches to help individuals find new opportunities. #JobSearch
CGC Holiday Job Search Event
Join us for our annual job search event! Register for up to four webinars on the job hunt. More questions? Call us to receive more great advice.
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November 21, 2025 at 1:29 PM
If you or someone you know is looking for a new job opportunity, check out the Challenger Annual Holiday Job Search Event. For 40 years, Challenger has been offering FREE job search webinars and access to job coaches to help individuals find new opportunities. #JobSearch
Good meetings take skill - and that can be learned. One of the nicest compliments you can get is “That was an excellent meeting!”. Today we show ways leaders can learn how to conduct good meetings. #leadership
Leaders: Learn How to Conduct Good Meetings
Improve your meeting skills with proven techniques for scheduling, engagement, and problem-solving discussions.
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November 20, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Good meetings take skill - and that can be learned. One of the nicest compliments you can get is “That was an excellent meeting!”. Today we show ways leaders can learn how to conduct good meetings. #leadership
Being a new supervisor can be incredibly overwhelming and, at the same time, a fantastic learning opportunity. Take time to build relationships with the team and understand the organization. Today we explore 7 things new supervisors should do in their first 6 months on the job. #management
7 Things New Supervisors Should Do In their First 6 Months On the Job
Essential strategies for supervisors to succeed during the first 6 months. Learn to build relationships and handle office politics effectively.
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November 18, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Being a new supervisor can be incredibly overwhelming and, at the same time, a fantastic learning opportunity. Take time to build relationships with the team and understand the organization. Today we explore 7 things new supervisors should do in their first 6 months on the job. #management
Sometimes quitting is the absolutely right thing to do. It involves a tremendous amount of self-awareness and honesty. Today we show job seekers that quitting is not a sign of failure. #careers
JOB SEEKERS: Quitting Is Not a Sign of Failure
Learn how quitting can be a strategic decision. Balancing aspects of your current and next job can lead to personal and professional growth.
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November 17, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Sometimes quitting is the absolutely right thing to do. It involves a tremendous amount of self-awareness and honesty. Today we show job seekers that quitting is not a sign of failure. #careers
We all have challenges that we have to deal with, including how we handle our jobs. That doesn’t mean we have to share all the details. Today we show how to share the reason for resigning your job. #careers
How to Share Your Reason for Resigning your Job
Thinking of resigning? It can be tricky. Explore how to approach your resignation with confidence and what to say about your reasons.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:36 PM
We all have challenges that we have to deal with, including how we handle our jobs. That doesn’t mean we have to share all the details. Today we show how to share the reason for resigning your job. #careers
The real value in ROI isn’t in just calculating the number. It’s in making sure you calculate the number completely. Today we explore how to calculate and evaluate Return on Investment (ROI). #business
How to Calculate and Evaluate Return on Investment (ROI)
Discover the importance of return on investment in decision-making. Learn how to calculate and interpret ROI for better outcomes.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:30 PM
The real value in ROI isn’t in just calculating the number. It’s in making sure you calculate the number completely. Today we explore how to calculate and evaluate Return on Investment (ROI). #business
Small celebrations are a great way for individuals, teams, and organizations to recognize their successes, stay focused on the big picture, and keep motivation at a high level. Today we show why you should celebrate your successes - big and small. #careers
Celebrate Your Successes - Big and Small
Success is not just about big goals. Learn how focusing on small achievements can lead to transformative success.
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November 10, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Small celebrations are a great way for individuals, teams, and organizations to recognize their successes, stay focused on the big picture, and keep motivation at a high level. Today we show why you should celebrate your successes - big and small. #careers
When we’re trying to make a decision or set a goal, there are “forces” that drive us toward it and “forces” that restrain us. Today we explore how to use Force Field Analysis for better decision making. #management
How to Use Force Field Analysis for Better Decision Making
Shift your decision making strategies with force field analysis. Find out how it can lead to better outcomes in your decisions.
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November 6, 2025 at 1:51 PM
When we’re trying to make a decision or set a goal, there are “forces” that drive us toward it and “forces” that restrain us. Today we explore how to use Force Field Analysis for better decision making. #management
All employee training needs to bring value. For that, programs need to be planned and organized so the instructor and participants can effectively focus on training takeaways. Today we share 7 things to consider for your in-person training programs. #HumanResources
In-Person Training Programs: 7 Items to Consider
Uncover the advantages and challenges of different training programs. Maximize learning outcomes with the best options available.
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November 4, 2025 at 2:01 PM
All employee training needs to bring value. For that, programs need to be planned and organized so the instructor and participants can effectively focus on training takeaways. Today we share 7 things to consider for your in-person training programs. #HumanResources
The last thing anyone wants is to be so fed up with their current work situation that they just start applying everywhere in the hopes that they’ll find something – anything – better than what they have. Today we share 10 steps for properly resigning from your job. #careers
Planning Your Exit: 10 Steps for Properly Resigning from Your Job
Thinking about resigning? Learn how to plan your exit and next career move while still employed for the best results.
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November 3, 2025 at 1:27 PM
The last thing anyone wants is to be so fed up with their current work situation that they just start applying everywhere in the hopes that they’ll find something – anything – better than what they have. Today we share 10 steps for properly resigning from your job. #careers
Human resources is the architect of work and creating the future of work includes technology. HR pros play a critical role in developing the strategy. Today's Bookmark This! is The HR Technology Edition. #technology
Bookmark This! The HR Technology Edition
Examine the evolving relationship between human resources and technology in organizations and its impact on the profession.
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October 30, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Human resources is the architect of work and creating the future of work includes technology. HR pros play a critical role in developing the strategy. Today's Bookmark This! is The HR Technology Edition. #technology
Both organizations and individuals want productivity and flexibility. As RTO continues, employees will be looking for signs that flexibility still exists. Today we show that productivity and flexibility do not have to be mutually exclusive. #business
Productivity and Flexibility Do Not Have to Be Mutually Exclusive
Discover the relationship between return to office policies and productivity. Flexibility can boost overall workplace effectiveness.
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October 28, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Both organizations and individuals want productivity and flexibility. As RTO continues, employees will be looking for signs that flexibility still exists. Today we show that productivity and flexibility do not have to be mutually exclusive. #business
Also called "intake" meetings, recruiting strategy meetings should not be skipped. Even if it's a position that you recruit for all the time. Today we show why you really need to have recruiting strategy meetings. #recruiting
Recruiting Strategy Meetings: Why You Really Need to Have Them
Boost your recruiting efficiency. Discover the importance of the recruiting strategy meeting for optimizing your hiring approach.
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October 27, 2025 at 12:50 PM
Also called "intake" meetings, recruiting strategy meetings should not be skipped. Even if it's a position that you recruit for all the time. Today we show why you really need to have recruiting strategy meetings. #recruiting
A good process gives good results. And if it's productive, even better! Today we show how a simple flowchart can map good workflows to keep your productivity rolling. #business
For Better Productivity, Flowchart Your Business Processes
Learn how to boost productivity with effective business processes. Flow charts can serve as valuable tools to simplify your workflow.
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October 23, 2025 at 12:24 PM
A good process gives good results. And if it's productive, even better! Today we show how a simple flowchart can map good workflows to keep your productivity rolling. #business
Employee coaching is not just disciplinary in nature. Coaching is a great opportunity to improve employee performance and achieve organizational goals. Today we share 5 steps to create a coaching culture. #management
5 Steps to Create a Coaching Culture
Understand the value of coaching in enhancing employee performance. Explore steps to create a coaching culture for better results.
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October 21, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Employee coaching is not just disciplinary in nature. Coaching is a great opportunity to improve employee performance and achieve organizational goals. Today we share 5 steps to create a coaching culture. #management
Becoming a supervisor is about developing your team. Today we share a few career tips that we wish someone would have told us when we first became a supervisor. #management
10 Career Tips for First Time Supervisors
Navigating the role of a supervisor is challenging. Get practical advice to enhance your skills while maintaining authority.
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October 20, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Becoming a supervisor is about developing your team. Today we share a few career tips that we wish someone would have told us when we first became a supervisor. #management
Regardless of the employment rate, today’s talent landscape is very competitive and that means HR departments will be asked to deliver at higher levels. To do that, focus on outcomes. Today we explore using goals, objectives, and outcomes for better business results. #business
Use Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for Better Business Results
Learn how to differentiate goals from objectives and outcomes to create a high performing HR function.
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October 16, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Regardless of the employment rate, today’s talent landscape is very competitive and that means HR departments will be asked to deliver at higher levels. To do that, focus on outcomes. Today we explore using goals, objectives, and outcomes for better business results. #business
Employee referral programs are consistently listed as an effective source of hire. They are affordable, effective, and they can flex with changing needs. Today we share 5 ways to keep your employee referral program relevant. #recruiting
Employee Referral Programs: 5 Ways to Keep Your Program Relevant
Maximize your hiring potential with an employee referral program. Get insights on better cost per hire and enhancing candidate quality.
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October 14, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Employee referral programs are consistently listed as an effective source of hire. They are affordable, effective, and they can flex with changing needs. Today we share 5 ways to keep your employee referral program relevant. #recruiting
Productivity is a key business metric. And the key to unlocking better productivity is accessing accurate employee info quickly. Our friends at Paycom have introduced IWant, a command driven AI engine driven by a single database. Simple! For more info, check out the latest. tinyurl.com/c55wz93p
IWant Commercial | Paycom
See how IWant, Paycom’s command-driven AI engine, puts employee data at executives' fingertips — instantly and accurately.
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October 10, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Productivity is a key business metric. And the key to unlocking better productivity is accessing accurate employee info quickly. Our friends at Paycom have introduced IWant, a command driven AI engine driven by a single database. Simple! For more info, check out the latest. tinyurl.com/c55wz93p
When it comes to employee benefits, one size does not fit all. The good news is that employee benefit options are expanding. Today we examine Direct Primary Care (DPC) as a new benefit option. #HumanResources
Direct Primary Care: What HR Needs to Know
Learn how Direct Primary Care is reshaping employee benefits as we explore its significance related to H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill.
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October 9, 2025 at 12:13 PM
When it comes to employee benefits, one size does not fit all. The good news is that employee benefit options are expanding. Today we examine Direct Primary Care (DPC) as a new benefit option. #HumanResources
Attorneys at Foley & Lardner LLP explore recent rulings and executive orders as well as the current government shutdown and its impact on employers. Today we examine the current employment law landscape. #HumanResources
The Current Employment Law Landscape
Learn about employment law and its implications for workplace compliance and productivity. Know the significance for HR professionals in today's dynamic environment.
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October 7, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Attorneys at Foley & Lardner LLP explore recent rulings and executive orders as well as the current government shutdown and its impact on employers. Today we examine the current employment law landscape. #HumanResources
Should HR report to the CEO or CFO? The answer deserves some critical thinking. Today we explore where Human Resourses should report on the organizational chart. #HumanResources
Human Resources: Where Should it Report on the Organizational Chart
Understand the dynamics of Human Resources reporting paths and the impact on employee engagement and company culture.
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October 6, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Should HR report to the CEO or CFO? The answer deserves some critical thinking. Today we explore where Human Resourses should report on the organizational chart. #HumanResources
Statistically, we can spend up to 23 hours every week in meetings. But poorly run meetings actually decrease productivity. No one wants that. Today's Bookmark This! is the business meetings edition. #business
Bookmark This! The Business Meetings Edition
Improve your organizational meetings with actionable tips. Turn your business meetings into productive and engaging experiences.
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October 2, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Statistically, we can spend up to 23 hours every week in meetings. But poorly run meetings actually decrease productivity. No one wants that. Today's Bookmark This! is the business meetings edition. #business
A knowledge management strategy should have a greater priority within organizations. Informed employees lead to greater performance and higher productivity. Today we share 5 steps for creating a knowledge management strategy today. #business
5 Steps for Creating a Knowledge Management Strategy Today
Understand the importance of knowledge management and how it helps make information more accessible and actionable for improved performance.
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September 30, 2025 at 1:18 PM
A knowledge management strategy should have a greater priority within organizations. Informed employees lead to greater performance and higher productivity. Today we share 5 steps for creating a knowledge management strategy today. #business