Role and Company
Corporate HR Manager, Griffiths Corporation
Expertise
25 years experience in human resources
Location
Minneapolis, MN
About Les
28 years service; 9.5 active, including RVN; 18.5 Army Reserves. MA in History and almost MA in Industrial Relations.
25 years in HR: generalist experience in manufacturing and service, union and non-union, private and public companies. Instructor for management and HR course for local university. Sales experience. Family man. Key item: been laid off several times so I know the feelings that go with not having a job, and what to do about them.
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Les's Recent Answers
3 years ago
Would getting a Master of Human Resources help me get into the HR field?
Captain Wagner,
After 30 years in HR, my take on the advice you have received is good.
1. Don't do MA now,...
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5 years ago
What are best practices for balancing a new career, Reserve service, and further education?
Jonathan, Thank you for your service. I was 9 years active and 19 in the Army Reserve, and mostly in HR managerial...
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9 years ago
I need help revising my resume and LinkedIn profile.
Beau,
1. If you want another opinion on the resume, ship it to me at gcclmf@aol.com. I read them...
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9 years ago
Dress and Appearance: What's appropriate for an interview?
If you have spoken to a recruiter on the phone and have a face-to-face scheduled, you should feel free to...
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