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HR Girlfriends™ is a Human Resources networking organization dedicated to advancing the practice and culture of people empowerment. Our team of Girlfriends consult, train, educate, develop, share, promote, and advocate for solutions in the field of human resource management.

Q&A: Can We Screen the Social Media Accounts of Job Candidates?

Q&A: Can We Screen the Social Media Accounts of Job Candidates?

Some companies choose to review the social media accounts of job candidates, usually with the hope of spotting any red flags or assessing “cultural fit,” but we recommend against doing so. First, it creates extra risk. You could be exposed to information about the candidate’s protected classes, such as their race, age, or religion. If […]

HR ALERT: DOL Releases Final Overtime Rule, Effective Jan 1, 2020

HR ALERT: DOL Releases Final Overtime Rule, Effective Jan 1, 2020

The Department of Labor has announced the new minimum salary for certain exempt white collar employees. The final rule is very close to the proposed rule we reported on in March. The new minimums will take effect January 1, 2020. Exempt Executive, Administrative, Professional and Computer Employees (EAP) Salaried exempt EAP employees must be paid […]

Affirmation: 5 Simple Strategies to Defeat Any Challenge

Affirmation: 5 Simple Strategies to Defeat Any Challenge

Challenges are a normal part of life. Many people look at challenges and loathe them, but challenges help move us forward. We would stand still without challenges, would never improve ourselves, and would always be the same people we are right now. This knowledge may make challenges somewhat easier to deal with and may even […]

HR Alert: New York Equal Pay Expansions

HR Alert: New York Equal Pay Expansions

New York State has amended its pay equity laws in three significant ways. The first two changes outlined below take effect October 8, 2019, while the third change goes into effect early next year. All Protected Classes Are Covered Previously, the pay equity law only addressed equal pay between sexes. It now requires pay equity […]

Career Mondays: Examples of Successful Career Goals

Career Mondays: Examples of Successful Career Goals

Examples of Successful Career Goals Setting goals for yourself is important, especially when it comes to your career. To achieve the greatest success, you first have to ensure that your goals are realistic and achievable. Read on for real life success stories and some easy-to-follow steps that could help you get on the fast track […]

Affirmation: Making Peace with Your Inner Critic

Affirmation: Making Peace with Your Inner Critic

The way you talk to yourself can build you up or tear you down. When your inner dialogue is harsh, it’s usually because you’re repeating things you heard from your parents or other authority figures when you were growing up. If the criticism goes too far, it can discourage you from trying and take the […]

Career Monday! How to Develop a Career Plan That Will Bring You Happiness

Career Monday! How to Develop a Career Plan That Will Bring You Happiness

Are you stuck trying to figure out what career you want? Or is your main challenge that you have a hard time getting there? Whatever the case, your frustration is understandable. You may very well know what you want to do in life. All you really need is a little help to build the path […]

Q&A: Do We Have to Pay Employees for Their Time at a Required Training?

Q&A: Do We Have to Pay Employees for Their Time at a Required Training?

Question: Our employees are required to attend sexual harassment prevention training. Do we need to pay for their time at training? Answer from Eric, SPHR, SHRM-SCP: If an employer requires attendance at a training, then it generally must be paid. While this training may often be directed because of a state law, it is ultimately […]

Affirmation: Keeping Peace In Your Heart

Affirmation: Keeping Peace In Your Heart

Are you seeking more peace in your life? Many of us have had negative or traumatic experiences that have left us feeling angry, hurt, or disjointed in some way. These negative feelings are very powerful and can keep us from living a peaceful life. However, you don’t have to live like this! You can give […]

Career Mondays: 8 Mistakes That Derail Your Career

Career Mondays: 8 Mistakes That Derail Your Career

Your career won’t manage itself. Even if you’re a superstar at work, it’s possible to make mistakes that harm, or even end, your career. You spend a lot of time at work. It would be a shame to undo all of your effort by making an easily avoidable mistake. Avoid these mistakes that harm your […]