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Don’t Be a “Karen” (At Work or Anywhere Else)

There are days I truly dislike my name.There are other days—most of them, actually—when I embrace it fully. Hi, I’m Karen. The nice one.Hi, I’m Karen—and no, I will not…

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Blast from the Past Post… Loyalty (Updated for 2026)

By Karen Young This was my very first blog—written sometime around 2005. I recently revisited it and realized something important: while workplaces have changed dramatically, the core question hasn’t. What…

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Building a Clear Path Forward

Building a Clear Path Forward In the field of human resources where regulations shift, best practices evolve, and certifications require ongoing education, continuous learning isn’t optional. It’s essential. While HR…

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Exploring Alternative Recruitment Pools

If you’ve spent time hiring in the last few years, you’ve probably noticed recruiting has become tougher. Job boards are crowded, competition is fierce, and finding the right candidate can…

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Courageous Conversations: Coaching Over Discipline

Let’s be honest. No one enjoys telling someone they’re not meeting expectations. Those in management might rather say, “Great job, take another day off!” than sit down to address performance…

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Using SEO in Job Postings for More Job Applicants

You’ve written a great job description, double-checked the qualifications, and hit “publish.” Now what? If you hear crickets, it might not be the role, or even the candidates. It could…

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StartHR has Positive Ripple Effect for Housing Authority of the County of Dauphin

When it comes to building strong communities, the Housing Authority of the County of Dauphin (HACD) knows the importance of laying a solid foundation, both in housing and in the…

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AI and Human Intelligence: Blending Technology with Personal Connection for Recruiting

As technology continually impacts the landscape of human resources, artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming a common tool for the process of recruitment. AI is reshaping the way companies find talent,…

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Too Much to Handle? Strategic HR Management

For a number of years, HR Resolutions worked with a client on an as-needed basis. This fast-growing company with multiple locations in several states was doing its best to manage…

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How Strong HR Impacts ROI

A commercial cleaning company knew they needed to differentiate themselves in a crowded marketplace. Instead of focusing the marketing budget on customer development and client recruitment, this owner committed to…

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HR Resolutions and Americhem: A Partnership for Success

HR Resolutions and Americhem International share a partnership that highlights the importance of effective human resources management in driving business success. Americhem, a family-owned wholesale distributor headquartered in Middletown, PA,…

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All in a Days’ Work: Defending an EEOC Claim

Terminating an employee can be tricky and must be handled with care. When our client had a terminated employee file an Equal Employment Opportunity Claim of sex and gender discrimination,…

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A Little Less Personal, Please

cartoon man with question mark Preparing for one of my first interviews as an Assistant Personnel Director, I began thinking up ways to break the ice. I decided to go with what I thought to be an innocent question. “So, tell me about yourself,” I said. My interviewee proudly responded that he was the Grand Wizard of the local chapter of the KKK. Needless to say, I was a bit shocked, but for a fair chance at employment I had to somehow strike this from the record and not consider it in my decision. Fortunately, he turned out not to be the right candidate for the job for many other reasons. Lesson learned. A better start would have been “so, tell me about yourself PROFESSIONALLY.” Be cautious of innocent-appearing questions!

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