Video: HR Knowledge

Dr. Barbara Lyon, SPHR, Student Relations Committee Chair for SHRM Texas State Council emphasizes the benefits of networking and being associated with SHRM Texas State Council for students looking to get into HR.

Every-other year when the Texas State Legislature meets, members of SHRM Texas State Council have an opportunity to observe the House and Senate in action. Listen to Barbara Lyon, SPHR (Student Relations Committee Chair) talk about this event.

Dr. Barbara Lyon, SPHR, Professor at Tarleton State University talks about some of the student learning opportunities that surround SHRM Texas State Council.

If it is a job in accounting dress like an accountant, if it is a job in a law office, look like you want the job. David Marshall, SPHR, GPHR, International Human Resources Consultant, mentions to always look the part while interviewing. Dress a step above what you think you should wear.

A lot of people jump around from job to job but companies are making it much more appealing to stay and grow with them. David Marshall, SPHR, GPHR, International Human Resources Consultant, gives some tips on what to do to stay on top of your game.

Sometimes job seekers will tailor their resume to fit a job description exactly. David Marshall, SPHR, GPHR, International Human Resources Consultant, advises job seekers to be honest on their resumes. Make your resume apply to the job you seek.

It is important to match the culture of the company you are interviewing with. David Marshall, SPHR, GPHR, Internation Human Resources Consultant talks about the use of social networking and how it can go agaisnt you as a job seeker. Know what you have said about yourself.

Resume databases will flush your resume out if it does not match up key words to the job requirements. David Marshall, SPHR, GPHR, mentions just some of the tips out there in getting your resume noticed to increase your job search chances.

A profession with purpose. Sue Meisinger, President of SHRM shares her perspective.

Every industry has its professional society for networking and expanding knowledge. David Marshall, SPHR, GPHR, International Human Resources Consultant, urges job seekers to learn more about their desired industry by networking in professional societies.

Ask your boss about new opportunities to move up in the company. They might not even know you are interested. David Marshall, SPHR, GPHR, International Human Resources Consultant, urges us to inform our boss of our desire to move up in the company.