From the Home Office in Denver, CO....the TOP TEN LIST!

Top 10 Reasons to Attend the CHRA Annual Conference “RECRUIT, RETAIN, REWARD: The Three Rs of Strategic HR Leadership” in Denver on January 23, 2009:

10. You deserve a day away from office politics—and you’ll earn PHR/SPHR credit to boot!
Dealing with employee issues day in, day out…you need some professional development “Me Time”! If you’re working on your certification or recertification efforts, you’ll also have the opportunity for 5.5 hours of valuable content towards your requirements. (Plus, you’ve always wanted to see INVESCO Field in the light of day without all those football players running around.)

9. It’s your chance to pick up the latest exhibitor “loot”!
This year’s conference includes an Exhibit Hall with exceptional service providers --- from legal services and educational institutions to top-notch HR consultants and ancillary benefits experts. The Tattered Cover will also be on hand so you can pick up the latest must-read books and resources. Come network with the people whose job it is to make your job easier!

8. An ENFP told you it would be FABULOUS to learn about the use of psychometric tools in the hiring process.
Ever feel like recruiting is like a revolving door and having trouble finding candidates who “stick”??? Nora Burns, SPHR (yup, that's me) will review the use of personality profiles as a consideration in the hiring process. Learn if and when to use personality profiles in your talent acquisition process for improved results.

7. Disney Institute will be there! Disney!!
In the morning keynote session Scott Milligan, SPHR will share proven, valuable insights on “Recruiting & Retaining Employees, Disney Style” that you can put to work in your own organization. This is your chance to learn proven Disney business philosophies developed by Walt Disney himself that have benefited over half of the Fortune 100 companies. Get ready to be inspired, motivated and entertained!


6. Everyone likes to hear two words: free food.
Your registration for the day includes breakfast, lunch and the famous CHRA afternoon dessert bar. This year’s dessert lineup includes Epicurean’s delicious “silver spoon bites” with strawberry shortcake, bananas foster, raspberry fudge brownies, white chocolate truffle cake, and more. Don’t miss your afternoon sugar rush!

5. You've always wanted to know how to say ANYTHING to ANYONE.
Ever have a hard time coming up with the right words to say to an employee and drive the messages you intended? Shari Harley, MA will share the secrets for having those candid conversations that will lead to increased engagement, employee satisfaction and retention of your talent.

4. Tight budgets have you scrambling for creative, inexpensive employee recognition solutions.
Slashed budget holding you back from saying “thank you” and recognizing employee efforts? Tara Powers, MS will give you a variety of effective recognition techniques that can be implemented immediately without breaking the bank.

3. You’re pretty sure you’re supposed to know what EEO, AAP, ADA, FLSA, EFCA all mean—and what the latest legal developments are on each of them.
Laura Hazen, Esq, and Denise Kay, Esq, SPHR will walk you through the “Alphabet Soup” on the path to developing sound, strategic HR policies in a legal minefield. In a separate session we’ll also address the hot trend towards corporate social responsibility and the legal, ethical, and political issues affecting HR strategy.

2. You’ll get a FREE copy of Dr. Bob Nelson’s “1001 Rewards & Recognition Field Book”.
Best-selling author and internationally-recognized “Guru of Thank You” Dr. Bob Nelson will be giving the afternoon keynote address on “Creating a Culture of Recognition & Rewards” so you’ll hear the latest trends on this critical topic. In addition, you’ll walk away with your very own copy of the Field Book for future reference.

and the NUMBER ONE reason to attend the 2009 CHRA Conference…..

1. NETWORKING…..it’s not just for jobseekers anymore.
Well, it never has been…but that doesn’t roll off the tongue quite as nicely. There will be several hundred HR folks in attendance at the event from around Colorado as well as area experts in recruitment, retention and rewards. Networking with other HR practitioners at this one-a-year event will be well worth the time aside from the great sessions, speakers, and attendees.


Every aspect of the 2009 conference has been designed to give you practical information you can put to work to help your organization succeed in these challenging economic times. Don’t get left behind—register today!!


Visit www.CHRA.org for more details and to register.



See you at the Conference in January!!!


Wishing you the very best with ALL your endeavors,

Nora A Burns, SPHR
www.insightfulendeavors.com