HR.com Leadership eBulletin for the Week of July 28, 2008

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In this edition, Jim Clemmer shares how to harness the energy of Change Champions.

Enjoy this week's Leadership ebulletin and be sure to check out the HR.com Career Network and take a look at what HR professionals like you have to say in our blog section of the site.

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"There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it."

  ~ Edith Wharton (1862 - 1937)   

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Wikis:


Do you have knowledge that you want to share? 

HR.com invites you to start a Wiki entry or contribute to an existing one. Click on our Wikis main tab. You must be logged in to participate.

Here's this week's featured Wiki:

- Autogenic Training



Harnessing the Energy of Change Champions

When I look back at the hundreds of team or organization changes I've been involved in during the last three decades, most successful - and certainly all major ones - were driven by "monomaniacs with a mission", says Jim Clemmer.  He shares more in this article.
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Coping During a Talent Shortage
Just as competition for customers intensifies during an economic downturn, so does competition for talent. Throw in demographic change and a shortage of skilled workers and the result is a very tight talent market.
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Good Guy = Bad Manager: Bad Guy = Good Manager.  Is it a Myth?

Very few official social gatherings would go without someone mentioning that 'Mr. John is a very good guy but I don't think he will be promoted to a Vice President of Marketing position' OR 'I hate to see that Mr. Smith is being promoted as a Vice resident of Customer Relationship Management.
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HR.com's  2008  Events

Upcoming VIEW Online Conference & Expo Events:

> Wednesday, August 20 - "Onboarding"

Do your Team Leaders have everything they need to make sure that each new employee on their team has everything he or she needs to feel welcome and comfortable?

Leaders who are most effective at onboarding new executives understand it's up to them to make the first move, offering help at the outset rather than waiting for a request for help that might not come. Learn the important steps and skills needed to analyze your company's current onboarding process and identify
opportunities to maximize the experience for everyone.

VIEW is the first online conference for HR professionals and delivers in-depth content on HR hot topics through live and prerecorded webcasts, white papers, articles, market
research, and product info in the online Exhibit Hall.  Earn HRCI credits and join in online discussion groups.  HR professionals can login anytime from 9am to 5pm ET and participate at no charge.

> Employers of Excellence National Conference - January 27-29th, 2009


Our 7th Employers of Excellence National Conference is January 27-29, 2009 at the luxurious Green Valley Ranch Resort in exciting Las Vegas.

Many new offerings this year!  Enroll in the Healthiest Workplace Challenge and compete to win The Healthiest Workplace award!

Strategy Executive Track for Directors and VP's - January 27-28. As always, top quality Keynotes, advanced Workshop topics, and unparalleled networking with Senior HR Executives. New low price this year - just $1,595 if you register before August 15th.

New: Reality General Track for HR staff - January 28-29. Just $395! if you register before August 15th!  Earn more HRCI credits for less. VP's and Directors - bring your team!  This track includes Keynotes, Workshops, and a Trade Show - a fantastic deal!

As always, premiere keynotes, many high-caliber workshops, and lots of networking and fun.



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It won't cost a penny for these thoughts ... enjoy these blog submissions currently featured on HR.com.

How to Relieve Stress in the Workplace

Most business owners face the common and costly problem of worker stress whether they are aware of it or not. In a recent Gallup Poll, 80
percent of workers said they feel stress on the job; nearly half said they need help in learning how to manage stress, and 42 percent said
their coworkers need help in coping with stress.

Read other blogs here.

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Employee Stress: Why Organizations Care and What Can be Done About it

Date: August 5, 2008
Time: 11:00 - 12:00 PM ET

With health care costs rising and employers increasingly shouldering the burden, many organizations have looked to lower health care costs through wellness programs, and others have gone a step further by rewarding physicians for effective treatment of mental health issues. In this webinar, we explore the current state of work stress, areas of employer liability, and what organizations can do internally to reduce employee work stress, moving the discussion beyond wellness plans to job, role, and culture change.
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Building the Bridge Between HR Practices and Business Strategy

Date: August 14, 2008
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM ET

In today's lean economy, Human Resources is being held more accountable for delivering initiatives that are aligned with business
strategy and result in business growth. By using competencies as a basis for talent management (selection, development and ...
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Participate in this week's research initiative to find out what your peers are doing. Please make sure that you're logged in.

Featured Poll and Result: 

> Accident Insurance

Featured Surveys: 

> Workforce Planning Survey

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Built to Serve:  How to Drive the Bottom Line with People-First Practices - Summary

Not enough time to read the latest books?  Enjoy this review of  Built to Serve:  How to Drive the Bottom Line with People-First Practices and catch up on the industry buzz.

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