Tales of The Fixer

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Sometimes, I am guilty of accepting responsibilities for mistakes that are not duly mine...Perhaps it's my "Yenta" upbringing that causes me to pause and say.."Yes, it was me...my fault....how can I fix it"...Now, that I reflect...it could be that I consider myself "the fixer"....so, with that said...no one can fix everything and why fix something if it's not broken???
Do own up to your mistakes but, don't take on those that are not rightfully yours. Sometimes, the more you try to fix something the more it breaks....
Your Employment Yenta (Just call me "T")

Drawing the Lines of Communication....

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Communicate....Communicate....Communicate!
It's far better to keep your clients, friends and/or peers informed instead of creating doubt and wonder.
As an HR professional I have made it my mantra to partner on the good, the not so good and the unknown.
Just because I haven't been able to send able bodies doesn't mean I'm not "ably"  seeking them.... I will routinely pick up the phone (yes, that old fashioned vehicle for hearing a person's voice...how novel!)...and..touch base to keep them posted....Keeping people informed establishes a high level of integrity. Never over promise and under deliver! Honest and open communication is an acquired skill....
Your Employment Yenta (Just call me "T")
PS... Happy Cinco de Mayo!

Checks and Balances...

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Perhaps this post isn't for those who seek help in the way it was meant to be...and.. maybe, we need to start thinking of protecting ourselves in all ways.
The question begs to be answered. If 99.9% of companies conduct criminal background checks and medical screenings on their new hires...why would we not do this for John Q. Citizen who is requesting a firearm?  Why should these items be sold over the Internet?
 Necessary services are being cut and yet we allow Internet sales that are non-taxed.
There seems to be something wrong with this picture.
I don't think it's about "gun control" ...I think it's just part of "control" and who is really in control!
Please tell me how this is not "reasonable"
Your Employment Yenta (Just call me "T")

Your EPA....

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 Everyone should have their own Environmental Protection Agency...aka...."your space"....As most of you know, your dear Yenta has left the city life and lights behind and settled into the country...I have learned over the last few months....it's not "how" you hang your hat that affects you...it's "where" you hang it....The tranquility of the country has allowed me to focus on my work life, my extended life and my creativity...
The cobwebs of any negativity have been self removed....
So, next time you are feeling out of sorts...take out your Swifter...and...whatever, you do...do not let anyone rent space in your head for free!
And, if you are in the neighborhood...stop by:)
All comments and questions welcomed..
Your Employment Yenta (Just call me "T")

Bring it On!

Hello All Help Wanted Seekers...
Sound like a challenge?....well, it could be...but, not in this case...at work...at home...and in general life...people bring on their own problems...It's not so long ago that I discovered this revelation...and...I'm a staunch believer... it's 20% of what you know and 80% of who you know...and...that 20% can be a real killer....sometimes we are our worst enemy instead of our own best friend.
You take an action...as it's happening...you tell yourself..."this is not the appropriate behavior for the situation"...but, for some reason...you convince yourself..."it's the principle...and...I am sticking with this plan"....
Here's a thought straight from the Yenta files:
After the termination....I reflected on the past performance of the employee...I noted that even after repeated conversations they continued to spiral down.....they brought on their own demise....
So, the way you act in a "situation"..and.....the course of action that you take today....sets you up for tomorrow....
Your Employment Yenta....(Just call me "T"

The Ides of March and Beyond...

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I have often wondered why St. Patrick's Day directly follows The Ides of March...were the Romans on to something?...Is it another case of survival of the fittest??....
I remain on record with my belief that things happen for a reason...so....I'm going to kick back and let today pass....and...perhaps the Lucky Leprechaun will deliver a pot o' gold on Sunday..or at least a bowl of Lucky Charms!
Your Employment Yenta (Just call me "T")

Lemonade...

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It seems to me that most expect their choices in life to follow the path as they expect....but... life is a series of moments each unique...so..how can the road remain the same??... since today is different than yesterday...and...who knows about tomorrow...there are no mistakes just a series of "do overs"...and.....opportunities for solutions....of course, everyone knows you can make lemonade out of lemons...but, what happens if you get stuck with a lemon?
The way you answer this will charter your course.....the choice is yours!...(Now, THAT makes sense)
Your Employment Yenta (Just call me "T")