If you’ve ever wondered why HR behaves the way it does, this breakdown from a former recruiter gives a clear explanation of how most HR departments actually function. It covers their primary priorities, how they interpret employee communication, and what you should understand before engaging with them. Here’s the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3Kwo4HdFqU&t=115s

At some point in your career, you may need to consult a labor lawyer. Before you do, it’s worth watching some of the informational videos created by California labor attorney Branigan Robertson. While his practice focuses on California law, much of what he explains about federal labor standards applies nationwide. The benefit is simple: you’ll understand the fundamentals before you speak with an attorney, which can save you time and money. Here’s one example of his content: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3876L596Os&t=19s

Hi everyone, A while back I recommended The Little Black Book of Connections by Jeffrey Gitomer to another member here. Gitomer’s core point is simple: give value first. Build goodwill before you ever need it. I was glad I had done that at a previous job. I’d shared a book with a coworker months earlier. Later, on a Friday, she quietly told me I was under internal investigation. The issue turned out to be survivable, but at the time the uncertainty created a lot of anxiety. Fortunately, I had already listened to Brian Tracy’s program Crunch Time several times. One line from Tracy kept me from making a mistake: “Get the real facts—not the alleged facts, the assumed facts, or the imagined facts.” My instinct was to act immediately and try to solve the situation myself. Instead, I waited until Monday and spoke with a lawyer first. Every “solution” I had come up with over the weekend was wrong. His advice was correct, and following it precisely resolved the situation. The point is simple: when you’re under pressure, get the actual facts and wait for clarity. Don’t act on emotion or imagination. If anyone is interested, Tracy’s Crunch Time MP3 is on his website, and the book Crunch Point is inexpensive on Amazon. Here’s a short preview clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5a9IO7e-8I

If we do hit a recession in the next 3–6 months, like many economists are predicting, I’m curious how many of you are actually thinking about job security versus just trying to level up socially. Years ago, I read a book called 150 Best Recession-Proof Jobs by Lawrence Shatkin. It’s outdated now, but the framework is still useful: - Which jobs stay safe under pressure? - Which fields hire more during downturns? - Which skills are portable no matter what the economy does? - Which careers survive budget cuts? - What I learned: Even an old “recession-proof jobs” book forces you to think about your economic resilience, not just your dating/social life. So I’m curious: If a recession hits, what are YOU doing to stay secure? Saving more? Learning new skills? Looking at side income? Or are you not worried at all? Not fear-based — just planning.

I am working out every day right now. Not because I “have to,” but because my energy, focus, and results are at their peak when I train daily. How often do you train and what’s your reasoning behind that number?