You Expect the HR Director to Do What?

Bea took a seat next to her friend Maria at the monthly SHRM chapter meeting. “Maria how are you? I was hoping I’d run into you. I have an HR question for you.” Maria smiled. “Always good to see you. How can I help?” Bea took a breath. “I’ve got the insurance stuff...

The Cost of Success

Two lawyers were talking at a chamber of commerce breakfast. Both owned successful, growing practices. “Ah, but that success comes with a price,” said Bill. “I’m happy that my firm is doing well but it’s my firm. I want to set up a retirement plan that doesn’t involve...

Managing a 401K? Get Out of Jail Free!

Sally sounded frantic on the phone. “You helped my friend Karen at the c0m0any she works for and I’m hoping you have a solution for me. Competition for talented employees is fierce. Business is up and I am using every resource at my disposal to fill the positions we...

WHERE’S MY DEDUCTION?

In the timeless children’s book Are You My Mother?, a baby bird goes in search of his mother. When a mother bird’s egg starts to jump, she hurries off to make sure she has something for her little one to eat. But as soon as she’s gone, out pops the baby bird. He...