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Workplace Buzzwords to Leave Behind in 2024
s we step into 2025, it’s time to reflect on the language we use in our workplaces. Buzzwords can sometimes inspire, but over time, they oft

Taryn Johnson-Kline
Jan 62 min read


Paid Leave Oregon
Here's a quick look at Paid Leave Oregon and what it means for you. Who is Paid Leave Oregon for and how does it work? Paid Leave Oregon...

Taryn Johnson-Kline
Aug 23, 20222 min read


Start with why...
Simon Sinek is an unshakable optimist who believes in a bright future and our ability to build it together. Simon's WHY is to inspire...

Taryn Johnson-Kline
Jan 4, 20223 min read


The 21 Life Lessons I learned in 2021
Although the last two years have felt like a lifetime of isolation, living in fear, gut-wrenching headlines, unprecedented experiences,...

Taryn Johnson-Kline
Dec 27, 20211 min read


How You Can Make the Most of the Great Resignation
My guess is if you stopped to read this, you are likely thinking about your next career move. Is that right? I guess there’s a reason...

Taryn Johnson-Kline
Nov 30, 20213 min read


Are you on the hunt for talent?
If you have a revolving door when it comes to keeping certain positions filled, then somewhere along the line in your recruiting process,...

Taryn Johnson-Kline
Nov 3, 20213 min read


Five Ways to Shift out of Survival Mode
Do you find yourself searching for that post-it-note, the one that has a “parking lot” list of projects, you hope to achieve one day? ...

Taryn Johnson-Kline
Oct 13, 20213 min read


The Dreaded Management Task: Termination
Termination of an employee always includes stress for everyone involved. Not only for the employee being let go, but potentially for...

Taryn Johnson-Kline
Sep 15, 20213 min read


Tips on how to handle Delayed Background-Checks Due to COVID-19
As an employer navigating the COVID-19 pandemic, you have most likely had to adjust your normal hiring procedures and transition to a...

Taryn Johnson-Kline
Sep 7, 20212 min read


Employee Engagement Trends for 2021
Although, we are halfway through 2021, using the collective experience of our teams, I am seeing trends emerge as what critical dimension...

Taryn Johnson-Kline
Jul 20, 20212 min read


Employee Handbook, What's the point of it all?
Keeping up with personnel policies and compliance changes is challenging. An employee handbook can be a valuable communication resource...

Taryn Johnson-Kline
Jun 16, 20212 min read


Ways Taryn Can Help You!
Have you become the accidental HR Manager for your business? Whether you have accidentally been deemed as "HR", or are deciding to hire...

Taryn Johnson-Kline
Jun 14, 20211 min read


The Value of Flexibility
Alright, if you are feeling like me, you are “over” the notion “that things will return to normal.” Quite frankly I hope everything does...

Taryn Johnson-Kline
May 20, 20212 min read


Ready to hit that Refresh button this Spring?
After the long winter months, many people are left feeling depleted, both physically and mentally. I know, I was. But after a...

Taryn Johnson-Kline
Apr 22, 20212 min read


Resume Tips to Land your Next Interview
Death of the objective statement. To say that you are “seeking a challenging team leadership position” might be true, but it still...

Taryn Johnson-Kline
Mar 1, 20212 min read


6 Ways you can help Empower your Team
Have you ever placed an order for food, and when you go to pick it up, you realize the order is completely wrong? You mention it to the...

Taryn Johnson-Kline
Feb 2, 20212 min read


Is there an App for that?
A pursuit for finding balance in a stream of distractions and notifications. Working remote has become the new normal for many. While...

Taryn Johnson-Kline
Jan 29, 20214 min read


Are you considering working from home... permanently?
Working from home is the new normal for many, and many companies are considering making the move permanent– even after the pandemic comes...

Taryn Johnson-Kline
Jan 11, 20213 min read


Are you looking for HR Services-On-DEMAND?
Effective Human Resources managers and departments help structure their organizations to have the most appropriate skills available for...

Taryn Johnson-Kline
Jan 8, 20213 min read


New Year, New Employee Handbook?
At the beginning of a new year, it is a good time for employers to review their handbooks and ensure policies are updated with the latest...

Taryn Johnson-Kline
Jan 5, 20214 min read
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