Did you know about NEHRA's LinkedIn presence? Join over 7,000 group members in discussions ranging from posture and ergonomics, workplace wellness, and conflict resolution - and that's just in the past week! You're welcome to initiate a conversation or contribute to one of the many topics posted by other HR professionals.

Earlier this month, Erdlen Award winner Michael Dunford highlighted an article by fellow veteran Justin Constantine, who provides three basic steps for increasing your awareness in the veteran recruiting process. Click the link below to see Justin's article, and don't forget to visit the LinkedIn group to join the discussion!

 

If you are a current holder of an HR generalist certification* in good standing and you obtained your certification by January 31, 2015, you are eligible for SHRM’s new certification—at no cost—by completing three simple steps by December 31, 2015. To get started, visit shrmcertification.org/pathway.


*Eligible HR generalist certification programs include: PHR, SPHR, GPHR, HRBP, HRMP and IPMA-CP.
PHR, SPHR, GPHR, HRBP and HRMP are registered trademarks of the HR Certification Institute and are not SHRM certifications. SHRM has no rights to the "IPMA" trademark, and IPMA-CP is not a SHRM certification. Other HR generalist credentials may also qualify based on SHRM’s review. Please e-mail shrmcertification@shrm.org for more information.

 

If you've been patiently waiting for the next NEHRA webinar, you're not alone. Your wait is nearly over! Our next webinar is scheduled for December 7, 2015, with Seyfarth Shaw's Dan Klein bringing you an employment law update. Registration will be available via the Events Calendar.

Watch for webinar updates in NEHRA's Events Calendar in the coming weeks to view and register for webinars - FREE for NEHRA members!

 

NEHRA is excited to welcome your submissions for articles and topic ideas for the e-newsletter!

If you have an interest in writing about HR subjects that will appear in the e-newsletter, contact Adam Denhard, program specialist, at adenhard@nehra.com with a sample article, topic summary, or with any questions. We'd love to hear your input and expertise!

 

Visit the NEHRA Career Center to view and apply for one of the many senior-level positions. And don't forget — if you're looking to fill a position on your team, contact us to post your openings on the Northeast's top HR jobs board!

 

When interviewing for a position, ask your prospective manager as many (relevant!) questions as you can.  In addition to obtaining details and information on the specific role, this demonstrates genuine interest and helps ensure your prospective manager is not only thinking about your arrival but is also preparing the existing staff and setting appropriate expectations for your hire.

 

Schedule: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., both days
Location: The Davis Companies, Marlborough, Massachusetts

Costs:
Non-Member: $649
NEHRA Member: $499

 

Join Us at NEHRA headquarters on December 17 for a casual networking event!
Network with NEHRA members, staff and peers.

Thursday, December 17, 2015
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

FREE for NEHRA members; $25 for non-members
Light refreshments will be served

NEHRA Headquarters
One Concord Farms
490 Virginia Road, Suite 32
Concord, MA 01742
**Please note: The NEHRA offices are in a large red-barn building.

To register, visit this link!

 

Schedule: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., six biweekly sessions
Location: Forefront Conference Center, Waltham, Massachusetts

Costs:
Non-Member: $699
NEHRA Member: $899