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Sheila M. Scanlon, SPHR

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Human Resources Generalist and Writer.
I am knowledgeable in all areas of HR, and I am proficient in employee relations and employment law. In my last position I wrote and edited articles for an online HR subscription service. My HR research and writing skills are superior.

Oct. 24, 2011

Sheila M. Scanlon, SPHR and 7 other people answered this question

In today's economy, would you quit a job that is negatively stressful?

There is a significant cost to remaining in a position in which there is excessive negative energy which cannot be remedied. In addition to employer costs of absences and loss of productivity, the unhappy employee often reacts to the negative energy with ill health or ... more

Company Culture

Oct. 2, 2011

Sheila M. Scanlon, SPHR and 22 other people answered this question

What's the most important element of a resume?

It is not a good idea to add a photo to a resume. At this point, the employer should be looking for qualifications, not appearances. Three is the danger that the person reviewing the resume chooses, either intentionally or subconsciously, a candidate because of his ... more

Human Resources

Career Development

Sept. 26, 2011

Sheila M. Scanlon, SPHR and 13 other people answered this question

Director of IT topped the list of the ten most hated jobs. Thoughts?

The problem of a department member being promoted to the manager of that department is not just a problem for IT -- it is universal for all departments. Organizations continue to promote some of the best, most knowledgeable workers to the job of manager and ... more

Human Resources

Information Technology

Job Satisfaction

Aug. 16, 2011

Sheila M. Scanlon, SPHR and 15 other people answered this question

What HR topics should be covered in training for new managers?

HR should already have provided a Manager Manual to all firm managers, which contains all the information about the HR areas (as mentioned in the other responses) they deal with in their positions. This should be reviewed in detail with the new manager. HR should ... more

Talent Management

April 8, 2011

Sheila M. Scanlon, SPHR and 16 other people answered this question

What would be your reaction if competition hired away your top two most talented employees?

My first reaction to the departure of our top two most talented employees would be twofold: "Why did they leave?" and "Why did we not know they could be recruited out of our employ?"
Any organization that loses its most talented, top employees will soon ... more

General Management

Human Resources

Feb. 17, 2011

Sheila M. Scanlon, SPHR and 3 other people answered this question

Is it legal for an employer to fire an employee who is looking at other jobs?

Why is your first response to fire an employee looking for another job? If this is an employee who holds a key role or is privy to confidential or proprietary information you should terminate that person immediately (as long you are certain the person really ... more

Human Resources

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