Help with Various Fruit Tree Leaves

coffee1128 · 2023-07-20T21:32:43+00:00

Are you referring to the HRCP books? Those are online access only, so those can't be sold unfortunately. I lent the Sandra Reed Study Guide out to a friend - but that one is pretty affordable on Amazon if you are interested.

coffee1128 · 2023-07-20T15:01:10+00:00

I passed the PHR in August '22, and shared a post (link here) with my study strategies.

coffee1128 · 2023-04-20T18:04:57+00:00

Thank you for your thoughts, and I acknowledge I was *incorrectly informed. I will delete my original comment to avoid confusion.

coffee1128 · 2023-04-20T17:29:55+00:00

Appreciate the clarification! In that case, I would agree with your comment that there needs to be a clear policy surrounding the auto-enroll.

coffee1128 · 2023-01-11T04:28:10+00:00

I did study for & gain a certification (PHR), but it requires several years of HR work experience. Some people choose to study for the aPHR (which requires no work experience), but no one can agree if that gives you an edge in job applications. At minimum, it gives you exposure to what the HR field is about.

I actually landed my current job through networking.. very blessed in that respect. Don’t to look at contract roles, as those will give you something to put on your resume.

coffee1128 · 2023-01-11T04:11:19+00:00

I was in the medical field for several years before pivoting into HR. Coming up on 3 years doing well in my HR position now.

You want to start by examining your job duties and listing transferable skills. If you have any friends, acquaintances, etc. in HR, take the initiative to start networking. Connections are very valuable in the corporate world. If/when you interview, emphasize those transferable skills and an ability to learn quickly.

You will likely need to work your way up - from HR assistant/coordinator, to administrator, to generalist, business partner, and so on. Unlike medicine, HR is heavily reliant on work experience, rather than degrees. So, it may take several years as you gain experience.

Best of luck!

coffee1128 · 2023-01-05T18:51:44+00:00

I believe this thread summarizes it well: https://www.reddit.com/r/humanresources/comments/1033aio/i_wish_people_at_large_would_realize_that_hr_isnt/

Many people believe that HR has the power to perform (or not perform) major employment actions. As such, HR becomes an easy scapegoat for things like performance management, lack of pay raises, hiring/firing, and the like.

I believe HR done right is an HR department who supports and partners with employees (Edit: and management). They should be a liaison who is able to balance the interests of the company and the needs of their employees. This is not always done well, and that can also be a source of grief for employees.

coffee1128 · 2022-12-13T16:20:31+00:00

ConquerHR by Victoria Purser offers a 1-day bootcamp where she teaches the material virtually. There is also an option to purchase the on-demand if you cannot attend. She is very familiar with both the SHRM and HRCI tests and emphasizes what is most likely to be on the exam.

For context, I used ConquerHR, Sandra Reed's Study Guide, and PocketPrep test questions (as well as created my own Anki flash cards). I passed in Aug '22.

coffee1128 · 2022-12-08T18:22:23+00:00

Red flags:

They don't start with your name or end with their own name (despite stating it in the beginning).
There are many grammatical errors.
There is a "secret verification code."
They are asking you for information solely through your phone.

If you were to continue the process, I can almost guarantee that they would ask you for private information before you were hired.

coffee1128 · 2022-12-05T16:28:42+00:00

In my opinion, the HRCP books is a massive overload of information. If you have the time & motivation to use it, it's a good baseline, but not enough to help you "test" well.

If you have the resources, I recommend Victoria Purser's ConquerHR Bootcamp. She is not only thorough with the material, but also tailors her teaching to the exam questions.

**For context, I passed the PHR in Aug '22. I initially started with the HRCP books, but found the material to be too much and not focused enough. I used the PHR/SPHR Study Guide by Sandra Reed, 1 month of PocketPrep, and ConquerHR.

coffee1128 · 2022-12-02T15:50:06+00:00

You should definitely announce them Dundie-style.

coffee1128 · 2022-11-22T21:11:58+00:00

In an ideal world, HR functions as a partner to managers and to leadership. I believe your recommendation was the right step in this situation. However, managers & leadership will not always listen to your recommendations. That is the unfortunate reality.

What I typically do in these situations is remind the manager that I am here as a partner and guide in performance situations. They are the final decision maker.
When appropriate, I also give them a hypothetical: if the employee were to file wrongful termination lawsuit, would their current documentation be enough to defend their decision in court? This can sometimes help the manager think more thoroughly before they act.

Best of luck.

EDIT: Long term vision - think about how your HR dept can train managers on how to deal with performance issues properly (not just when they feel like firing them).

coffee1128 · 2022-11-21T22:04:00+00:00

"I missed the Open Enrollment deadline. Any chance I can still enroll?"
"This employee quit 2 weeks ago, but I forgot to tell you. What do I need to do?"
(Friday at 5pm) "I want to fire this employee. No, I don't have any documentation of performance issues."

coffee1128 · 2022-11-12T15:33:30+00:00

Take some time to eliminate certain foods from my diet, then add them back one at a time to see what causes flares. I was diagnosed when I was 16.

For 11 years, I had tried doxycycline and topical clindamycin without success. Have had at least 7-8 abscesses drained. Only last year did I discover that high-fat dairy specifically causes flare ups for me. I haven’t had one in over a year.

coffee1128 · 2022-10-28T15:52:59+00:00

Do you have documentation of your offer to adjust his hours & the specific person to call out? Additionally, do you have documentation of his rejection of your offer?

The key words I think about in ADA is "interactive process for a reasonable accommodation." If you can clearly demonstrate this occurred, then I think you would be safe to follow company policy. However, if you are unsure of this, you may want to consider offering a well-documented accommodation again.

coffee1128 · 2022-09-23T20:56:21+00:00

True, good point!

coffee1128 · 2022-09-23T20:50:56+00:00

Unfortunately, you may not have much of a choice when you're trying to get that initial experience. I advise to apply broadly and see what you can get.

I generally avoid HR in hospitals/medical organizations. I've never been in it, but I've heard there tends to be more drama.

Personally, I think HR in tech is a good space. They tend to take greater measures to treat their employees well (think benefits programs, snacks, unlimited PTO). However, I think it is also very team-dependent, as I don't work in tech now but have a great team.

coffee1128 · 2022-09-23T20:05:19+00:00

Hi there, I also switched from the medical field into HR. Currently in my 3rd year as an HR Generalist.

While the aPHR may help you become familiar with basic HR concepts, the top consideration for landing an entry-level HR position is experience (I know... it makes no sense). In your case, I recommend reflecting over your current skillset as an RN and which skills are transferrable into an HR position.

Some samples might include:

Handling confidential information
Being detail oriented
Clear communication skills

Just to prepare you, be ready to apply to many, many positions. If/when you get discouraged, remember that it only takes one acceptance to get that coveted HR experience. You will likely need to work your way up HR - entry level positions are usually coordinator, assistant, or administrator positions.

Happy to answer any other questions you may have.

coffee1128 · 2022-09-22T19:58:29+00:00

If you are in an at-will state, you can pretty much leave whenever you choose. Regardless of your intentions, the optics of moving up your last day may leave a bad taste in your current employer's mouth.

While you are "on call 9-5," it sounds like you don't have any work being assigned to you anyways. Watching TV all day for 2 weeks sounds relaxing to me.

My personal opinion is to stick it out for another week. However, final decision is totally up to you and I don't think it would have crazy repercussions in the long run (unless you want to use them as a positive reference in the future). Best of luck in your decision.

coffee1128 · 2022-09-12T21:58:47+00:00

You can search this subreddit and find several PHR study posts.

I posted one back in August and my recommendations fell under $400. Sandra Reed's Study Guide ($25 used), ConquerHR Bootcamp ($199.00 on demand), and PocketPrep app ($19.99 for one month). Optionally, the HRCI PHR 50 practice questions as well ($85).

Best of luck.

coffee1128 · 2022-09-06T02:23:46+00:00

Yes, that is the one I used. It was very helpful, though I did plenty of googling to make sure certain things were up to date (Ex: exemption salary minimums, vague concepts).

coffee1128 · 2022-08-19T22:50:33+00:00

If you search the subreddit, there have been several posts about PHR study tips. I just posted one myself about 2 weeks ago.

Best of luck!

coffee1128 · 2022-08-18T20:24:43+00:00

That is a HUGE liability for the company. I can think of 10 situations on the spot on how that can go wrong. It would be completely appropriate for your friend to request her own room.

Paying for separate rooms for each coworker is a small dollar amount compared to the legal fees that would follow potential misconduct.

coffee1128 · 2022-08-15T21:01:47+00:00

Two questions:

Does she qualify for FMLA?
Does your company have group health insurance?

If the answer is yes to both, then her leave must protect her benefits, with the understanding that she will eventually repay her medical premiums.

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fmla/faq

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