A message from NEHRA CEO Tracy Burns about the success we've experienced in 2015 and some great things to look forward to in 2016.

 

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.

 

To Our Members:
Thank you for all that you do to make NEHRA what it is - a great collaborative effort to further the human resource profession from members, volunteers, and sponsors alike. It's your dedication that drives us to push NEHRA to new heights. Here's to a great 2015!

From all the Staff at NEHRA, please enjoy a happy and safe holiday season!

Tracy, Sara, Carole, Pat, Alex and Adam

 

The Diversity & Inclusion Forum Series will cover a range of topics, as chosen by YOU! See our Events listing below to register for our forums. Topic details will be coming after the new year!

 

NEHRA's archive of past webinars has been updated with the latest Employment Law Update, presented by Daniel Klein of Seyfarth Shaw. Log into your NEHRA member profile to access the WebinArchive!

 

NEHRA welcomes 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!

 

For a range of reasons, interviewers like to ask candidates, "What is your 5-year plan?" Since it's likely to come up in YOUR interview, plan ahead and develop a solid response in advance. One way to do this is to discuss career paths with others, including your current manager, mentor or co-workers. These discussions can help you understand what to expect and clarify your own preferences. It’s also wise to ensure this lines up well with the future prospects of the role or company you are interviewing for.

 

Considering a change in the New Year? Make the NEHRA Career Center your primary resource for HR opportunities in the Northeast. Upload your resume, subscribe to updates and let the jobs come to YOU!

 

Ready to Go Beyond the Basics? Get Ready for the Deep End!
Designed with the experienced HR professional in mind, NEHRA's Beyond the Basics program will prepare you for the transition from technical/content expert to HR leader. Our experienced faculty with help you build the critical leadership, communication, strategic and analytical skills needed to successfully navigate an organization at the leadership level. The entire program includes nearly 25 hours of instruction, from experienced HR professionals with a passion for their subject matter. Sessions include case studies, relevant exercises and tips/tools for you to take back to your organization.

Schedule: 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., six biweekly sessions
Location: Forefront Conference Center, Waltham, Massachusetts

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

 

Uncover the differences between employee satisfaction and engagement. We'll take a broad look at both and then deep dive into the Gallup 12. You'll also learn tips and tools you can use to measure engagement in your own organization.

Cost:
$179 Members & Non-Members

Schedule: 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Forefront Conference Center, Waltham, Massachusetts

 

Schedule: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Location: Eversource, One NSTAR Way, Westwood, Massachusetts

Costs:
Non-Member: $20
NEHRA Member: FREE

 

The next H-1B Fiscal Year (FY) 2017 "Cap Season" is fast approaching! Learn the implications of recent court decisions that will affect your foreign national employees' H-1B filing strategies. This discussion will include cutting-edge contingency planning for foreign national employees not selected in the H-1B cap lottery, the possible extension of recent graduates' Optional Practical Training (OPT) work authorization and the latest compliance rules for H-1B changes in work site locations.

Schedule: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Online
Presented by Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

Cost:
Members: FREE
Non-Members: $49

 

Individual Session
Participate in a Predictive Index analysis and receive a feedback report designed to highlight your own natural motivators and how they impact the way you process information, make decisions and communicate at work, followed by learning the art of negotiation from an experienced attorney by looking at different conflict styles and exploring the pros/cons of each. Broaden your approach to negotiation and discover principle based negotiation. This interactive session will offer plenty of opportunities to practice ways to be a more effective negotiator.

Cost:
$179 - Members & Non-Members

Schedule: 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Forefront Conference Center, Waltham, Massachusetts