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Looking for the Perfect Gift? Here are a Few of Our Favorite Things!

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Greta Cline, CFO
Greta Cline
Partner, CFO/COO
December 4, 2023
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Why settle for raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens when you can ask the That’s Good HR staff to recommend their favorite things? With all due respect to Julie Andrews, we think there’s more out there than bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens. If holiday shopping is causing you stress, take a deep breath, and check out our Favorite Things Holiday Gift Guide! We have a list of special treats you can purchase online or at Indianapolis area locations.

Give light and ambiance

Candlelight adds another layer of indulgence to any event, whether you’re entertaining a houseful of guests or soaking in a bubble bath after the party. We’re especially partial to WoodWick®️ candles that offer fragrance combinations and the crackle of a campfire to delight your senses.

Put the pieces together with this gift

There’s something special about sitting down with a good puzzle. You put away the screens, clear your mind, and focus on creating something beautiful out of what looks like a mess of pieces. Vintage Charm in Zionsville has this Merry Moonlight Skaters Puzzle that will put you in the mood for a quiet evening with the people you love.

A gift for your favorite teen (or pre-teen)

Give young friends and family members something to look forward to each month with an Ipsy beauty subscription. Each month, they’ll receive a set of personalized beauty products to help them experiment with different beauty brands and discover what they love.

Sudsy surprise gifts

This time, we’re talking about laundry detergent. Now, hear us out. Buff City Soap, with locations all over town, has natural laundry soap that is infused with fragrance. Choose from the regular line-up and give the gift of clean clothes with simple ingredients and no harsh chemicals.

Get personal with a birthstone necklace

Your mom would love this custom birthstone necklace from Etsy. Or, gift one to each of your BFFs with everyone’s stones, to celebrate the friend group. Include the grandkids’ stones, or honor your furry kids with this unique gift.

Speaking of furry kids…

At That’s Good HR, we love our animals. But even the best girl and boy can leave a furry mess behind when they’ve been crashing on the couch. Keep a Chom Chom Roller nearby to take the “fur” out of “furniture.”

Sock it to them

When you buy a pair of Bombas socks, you’re buying a gift for your recipient as well as someone you may never meet. Bombas matches each purchase with a donation to their giving partners, meaning you’re keeping toes warm all over the world.

Smell good with a perfume sample gift set

The Sephora favorites perfume set lets the recipient try several scents without committing to a full-size purchase. Add a gift card so they can treat themselves once they’re chosen their own favorite!

Keep your sweet treats safe

Who’s tried to tote pretty cupcakes in a flimsy gift box? Your favorite baker will appreciate the gift of a Progressive Prepworks Blue Cupcake Carrier. This one has two removable tiers that can hold up to 24 cupcakes. Or, remove the tiers and you have a safe tote for a layer cake.

Things that sparkle

Are you looking for an affordable jewelry gift that looks sophisticated and glamorous? How about the christina kober diamond dusted collection? Check out their assortment of rings, necklaces and earrings.

Hands-on gifts

 Indiana’s harsh winter temperature swings and dry weather can leave your hands feeling like sandpaper. Treat your favorite person to Aveda’s hand relief™️ moisturizing cream, a luxuriously rich hand cream that leaves hands feeling soft and smooth.

Invigorate their mornings with lavender and peppermint

C.O. Bigelow’s lavender peppermint line makes you want to get out of bed and into the shower for this “scentsational” combination. We like the shower gel and the body lotion personally.

A gift from across the pond

Even if they don’t have royal blood, they’ll feel positively regal when you gift them something from Fortnum’s Across the Pond. Tea? Biscuits? Hampers full of food and wine? We want to be on your holiday list!

That’s Good HR hopes our favorite things helped with the holiday stress of gift giving. We would be remiss if we didn’t remind you that hiring never takes a holiday, and we are here to help with hiring stress as well. If you’re looking for a new position – or if you need help filling open positions – partner with the Indianapolis area staffing experts. Reach out now at https://thatsgoodhr.com/contact/ to get started.

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Tips for Surviving the Holiday Season When You are Unemployed

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Madison Schacht
Manager of Talent Acquisition
November 30, 2023
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It feels like everyone around you is in celebration mode, but your world has stopped, thanks to a dreaded pink slip. Being unemployed is never easy, and facing the holiday season without a steady paycheck can leave you with a heavy heart. But That’s Good HR has some suggestions for celebrating on a budget – and finding a job that will help you start the new year right.

Holiday traditions don’t have to cost a lot of money

Some holiday traditions come with a hefty price tag. Consider changing your plans a bit this year, so you can keep the holiday spirit without emptying your wallet.

Check out your local amateur productions. Central Indiana’s high school student bodies are full of talent and goodwill. Many of our local schools have spectacular performances over the holidays, from vocal to instrumental. They also offer lower price points than their professional counterparts. Want to see the Nutcracker? Check out what the local dance schools are doing.

Keep an eye out for free. Do a quick web search of “free holiday events near me” to find out what’s happening nearby. For instance, Westfield in Lights on December 2 offers photos with Santa, live reindeer, and a tree lighting ceremony. The Athenaeum’s Christkindlmarkt has live music throughout the season. It’s time to introduce your kids to holiday polka music!

Pare down the gift giving budget. It may be tempting to put all your purchases on a credit card, but we recommend you show some restraint. Did you know that the average holiday credit card debt was $1,549 last year? If you’re struggling with unemployment, you’ll want to minimize your debt. Instead, have a frank talk with your friends and family, letting them know that you may be sitting out the gift exchange this year. Or, put your talents to work with homemade goodies. Your friends may be thrilled to receive a container of homemade soup to stash in their freezer and thaw in January when they just don’t feel like cooking dinner.

Be ready to accept generosity from others. We know this is tough, especially for people who pride themselves on being independent and self-reliant. If your parents say they still plan on buying gifts for everyone even though you told them you don’t have a budget to reciprocate, accept their gifts in the spirit they’re offered. Next year, maybe you’ll be in a place where you can be the big spender.

Hiring doesn’t take a holiday

At That’s Good HR, the hiring doesn’t necessarily slow down just because it’s the busy holiday season. Companies are still looking for talented individuals to fill open positions. Check out the That’s Good HR job board! It may be tempting to take a winter break with the kids over the holiday, but we recommend setting aside time each day for a job search:

  • Update your resume
  • Work on you cover letter
  • Reach out to friends and colleagues for networking leads

Consider temporary employment

Temporary positions are some of our favorite positions to fill at That’s Good HR. Temp jobs offer people a chance to learn about a company or industry without making a long-term commitment. These positions are a great opportunity when you are unemployed. You can still interview for permanent positions, and you can talk about the current job when you are interviewing. A temporary job helps you meet new people – and that can lead to a richer network, new skills, new opportunities and maybe even a permanent job within the company or in a new space.

Remember, in the words of the esteemed Dr. Seuss, the holidays don’t have to “come from a store.” Celebrate the spirit of the season this year and let That’s Good HR help you find a position that matches your skillset. Send us a copy of your resume now, and one of our recruiters will review it and reach out if we have any open positions matching your credentials. At That’s Good HR, we don’t take a holiday break from staffing. Reach out now to start a conversation.

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Thanks a Lot: How to Show Your Appreciation at Work

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Greta Cline, CFO
Greta Cline
Partner, CFO/COO
November 14, 2023
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How do you say “thanks” at work? We’re moving into the holidays, when the atmosphere around the office becomes a little more festive and you begin to wonder how – and if – you should offer some sort of gift or token of your appreciation. At That’s Good HR, we have the scoop on what’s appropriate for gestures of gratitude and how you can convey your appreciation to your employees, coworkers, and colleagues.

First things first – who gets the thanks?

Ideally, company gratitude flows in many directions during the business year. Have you ever received a heartfelt thank-you note from a coworker after you completed a difficult team project? How did it make you feel? Jotting down a few words on a Post-it®️ and a giving you coworker a cup of their favorite coffee can make them feel valued and part of the team.

Things get a little trickier when it comes to the holidays. As we approach the season of gift-giving, people may be wondering if they should be offering tangible items of appreciation to their coworkers or employees. What about management? Have you been knitting your boss’ blanket since January? We hope not, because traditional etiquette says that gifts should flow down in the corporate power structure. In other words, your boss might be handing out gift cards to thank employees during the holiday season, but you shouldn’t feel obligated to reciprocate.

Coworkers, on the other hand, may have fun exchanging inexpensive gifts during the holiday season. Our advice? Ask your management to establish firm guidelines now for gift giving and stick to them. If employees are exchanging $25 gifts, stay at that price point. Going overboard can make people feel uncomfortable, and that’s counterproductive to the message you want to convey. (As always, nobody should be forced to participate in any gift exchange.)

How to convey your thanks through words

In this season of thankfulness, we recommend starting with the written word. Emails are great – and they’re handy when it comes to your remote colleagues – but a handwritten note of thanks indicates that you thought the recipient was worth the time it took to write a message and seal the envelope. So, what should you be writing on those little notes? Even if you’re not much of a wordsmith, here are some ideas to get you started:

  • Focus on their strengths: “I appreciate the way you always work hard to make our team projects a success” or “Your cheerful attitude is contagious and keeps me smiling even during the challenging periods.”
  • Use good examples: “You always bring exciting ideas to our meetings” or “Your extra work made our last project shine.”
  • Add some motivation: Everyone can use a little inspiration, especially when they are struggling. Validating those challenges and offering a boost may go a long way: “The last month hasn’t been easy, but know you are appreciated for all you bring to the workplace.”

OK, but what if I’m the boss?

When you’re in management, gratitude takes on another layer of meaning. Those notes of validation are great during the regular business year, but the holidays have you thinking it’s time to go the extra mile. While it may be tempting to default to the staff pizza party, we know you can do a lot better than that at conveying your appreciation. Consider these options for giving thanks to your employees who make your business a success:

Cold hard cash: Cash is impersonal, right? Tell that to the employee who’s struggling to keep up with his expenses during the holiday season. A little extra money in the paycheck says “thank you” better than a slice of stuffed crust pepperoni pizza with extra cheese.

The gift of time: A day off can be a gamechanger for an overstressed employee. Not every company has the flexibility of offering an extra day – or even an extra half-day – to employees, but if yours does, consider offering it as a token of your gratitude.

Special activities: Team-building activities can lead to employee camaraderie and cooperation. Before you book the bowling alley, consider combining the spirit of the season with the season of gratitude. Ask employees to suggest favorite charities and organizations that need your help during the holiday season and organize an outing for anyone who’s interested.

How about a nice coffee mug?

Go online and Google “gifts for business,” and you’ll see pages and pages of gift ideas and tokens you can purchase to show your appreciation. Be careful, though. You don’t want your recipients to believe they’re only worthy of some small token. Our advice? Make it personal and fun. Spring for cookies with the company logo in the icing. Pick the nice water bottles over the cheap plastic ones. Ask yourself if you’d like to receive this same gift and be honest. If you know that tchotchke is going to wind up in the junk drawer, skip it and consider something else.

There’s a lot of emotion and appreciation wrapped up in a thank you gesture. Make sure yours is sincere and heartfelt during this season of gratitude.

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That’s Good HR’s Favorite Chili Recipes

October is National Chili Month, and we're ready to share our favorite recipes with our Indianapolis area friends!

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Mary Springer
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October 10, 2023
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The days are getting shorter, and the air is cooler, which can only mean one thing – it’s time for chili! October is National Chili Month, and the staff at That’s Good HR shared some of their favorite recipes for the heartwarming dish. How about breaking out the saltines and cornbread and pairing them with one of our favorite recipes below?

When our staff isn’t busy creating chili magic in the kitchen, they’re creating great matches between Indianapolis area job seekers and top local employers. If you’re in the job market, or if you are a company with open positions to fill, reach out to That’s Good HR for more information. In the meantime, let’s “chili” out and warm up with a bowl of the good stuff.

Kirstia’s Classic Chili

Don’t you just love a classic chili recipe? With its tomato base and chili powder combination, it will satisfy the chili purists in your household. The question is, beans or no beans?  It’s your call, but Kirstia’s recipe includes a couple cans of them.

Ingredients

1 62-oz can of V8 or vegetable juice

1 15.5-oz an of Brooks hot chili beans

1 15.5-oz can of Brooks mild chili beans

1 14.5-oz can of diced tomatoes

2 pounds ground beef, browned and drained.

1 TBSP of Mexene chili powder

Directions

Mix the above ingredients in a large stock pan and simmer on medium heat for 15 minutes. Add your favorite pasta – elbow macaroni or spaghetti noodles broken in thirds.

Kirstia’s White Chicken Crockpot Chili

During the busy fall and winter months, a slow cooker chili recipe can be a lifesaver. Check out Kirstia’s White Chicken Chili, which you can throw into the slow cooker before work and enjoy at the end of a crazy day.

Ingredients

3 to 4 frozen chicken breasts

2 cans of black beans – drained and rinsed

2 cans of corn – do not drain

2 packets of ranch seasoning

2 8oz of cream cheese

2 cans of Rotel tomatoes

1 tablespoon of cumin

Directions

Add all ingredients to a slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours. Shred the chicken right before serving.

Madison’s White Chicken Chili

Madison’s favorite chili recipe comes from her favorite cookbook, “Cook Once, Eat All Week.” Fun fact: Madison doesn’t try to figure out how much cream cheese equals six ounces. She throws the whole block into the mix, and reports that it’s even yummier with the extra two ounces!

Ingredients

1 TBSP olive oil

1 yellow onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp salt

fresh ground pepper

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp oregano

1 tsp chili powder

40 oz. low sodium chicken broth (5 c)

1 15 oz can great Northern beans drained and rinsed

7 oz can green chiles

1 c whole kernel corn (canned or frozen)

6 oz cream cheese cut into pieces

1/3 cup half and half

4 cups shredded chicken

Directions

Heat a large heavy bottom pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until onion is translucent.

Add salt, pepper, oregano, chili powder, and cumin and cook for an additional 30 seconds.

Add chicken broth, beans, green chiles, and corn and bring to a boil. Lower heat and let simmer for 10 minutes.

Add chicken, cream cheese, half and half, and stir until combined and cream cheese is melted. Stir in chopped cilantro.

Top with chopped red onion and more cilantro.

Hannah’s favorite turkey chili recipe

Hannah’s absolute FAVE turkey chili recipe comes from the New York Times. The turkey chili recipe is the brainchild of Pierre Franey and is full of vegetables, spices and flavor!

Ingredients

1 TBSP olive oil

2 pounds ground turkey, white and dark meat combined

2 cups coarsely chopped onions

2 TBSP chopped garlic

1 large sweet red pepper, cored, deveined and coarsely chopped

1 cup chopped celery

1 jalapeño, cored, deveined and finely chopped

1 TBSP fresh oregano, chopped, or 1 tablespoon dried

2 bay leaves

3 TBSP chili powder

2 tsp ground cumin

3 cups canned diced tomatoes

2 cups chicken broth, fresh or canned

Salt and black pepper

2 (15-ounce) cans red kidney beans, drained

2 cups shredded Cheddar

1 cup sour cream (optional)

Sliced lime, for garnish (optional)

Find the full recipe and directions here.

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Fun Summer Activities Around indianapolis

Summer is here in Indianapolis. Looking for ideas for summer fun? That's Good HR has them!

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Mary Springer
Partner
June 21, 2023
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It’s the first day of summer! At That’s Good HR, the work continues as we seek to match qualified candidates with some of Indianapolis’ top employers. But we also like to carve out time for fun summer activities. Here’s a hint of what we love to do during Indy’s beautiful summers!

Plan a museum day

Indianapolis is a museum lover’s dream come true, with several museums waiting to fulfill your inner culture seeker. Immerse yourself in the beauty of art at the Indianapolis Museum of Art Galleries. Test your Indiana history knowledge at the Indiana State Museum. Explore Native American culture at the Eiteljorg Museum. Or, learn more about Indy’s favorite oval at the Indianapolis Speedway Museum

Put your pedal to the metal

While we’re talking about the Speedway, why not treat yourself to a view of the bricks from the INDYCAR passenger seat? The Indy Racing Experience offers several different configurations for a unique memory.

Pedal around Indy on a party bike

Grab your friends and head downtown to pedal your way to a party. The Pickled Peddler lets you bring up to 14 people on a private tour. Plus, the party bike is equipped with electric assist, in case you don’t feel like exhausting yourself.

Watch a ball game

Our Indianapolis Indians, a Triple-A affiliate of the Pittsburg Pirates, play their games at Victory Field. Buy yourself some peanuts and Cracker Jack, and come down for a game. If you’re more of a futbol fan (that’s a fancy word for soccer), check out the Indy Eleven schedule at IUPUI’s Carroll Stadium. Give the ladies some love, too! The Indy Eleven Women’s Team plays at Westfield’s Grand Park.

Find the freshest produce at a farmer’s market

Pack your favorite reusable bag and plan your weekly menu around farm fresh produce from an Indy area farmer’s market. If you’d rather do the dirty work yourself, pick some fresh fruit and other crops at Spencer Farm.

Walk the trails at Fort Ben

Our friends in states like Colorado and Montana like to brag about their outdoor opportunities, but Indy-area residents can get their nature fix at Fort Harrison State Park. Take a walk in the woods, enjoy a picnic lunch or canoe down Fall Creek. You may even want to buy a state park pass to start exploring other beautiful Indiana parks.

Listen to the music

Rumor has it, you can hear live music every summer night somewhere in Indy and the surrounding areas. Check out a free community concert at the Carmel’s Summer Family Concert Series at the Gazebo, or see some big names at the TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park or Ruoff Music Center.

Be wild

The Indianapolis Zoo can transport you from the colt of the Antarctic to the dry heat of the desert. Plus, you can purchase a sloth adventure! You can tell your grandchildren that you fed a sloth.  (If sloths aren’t your wild thing, maybe you’ll be tickled by the rhino adventure.)

Drink local with an Indy Craft Pass

Enjoy discounts at local breweries, distilleries and wineries with an Indy Craft Pass. This free pass gives you an excuse to dine out and taste what’s new around Indy. Every time you check in on your mobile passport, you’ll earn points for prizes.

Go to the fair

An Indy summer celebration isn’t complete without a visit to the Indiana State Fair. This year’s fair is set for July 28-August 20 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Visit the farm animals. Admire the handiwork. Fill yourself with corndogs, elephant ears and other fair treats.  Check out the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage schedule to discover some of the best free music deals in town.

Indianapolis summers are like no other. Whether you’re an outdoor kind of person or you prefer to relax in the air conditioning, you’ll be sure to find something to do here this summer. Get out and enjoy!

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As We Look to the New Year, It’s Time to Celebrate You!

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Tiffany Moore
VP, Client Partnerships
December 29, 2022
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The end of the year is typically a time for reflection and celebration. Take some time out of the holiday hustle and bustle to celebrate yourself and reflect on what you want in the new year. If your resolutions include professional advancement or other career considerations, That’s Good HR is ready to step in and help you meet these important goals!

Look at how far you’ve come this year

Everyone is their own worst critic. It’s so easy to look back and see mistakes you made or bumps in the career road. Maybe you feel stagnated in your current career, and you’re certainly not alone. Making a career change can be scary, and people can take up to a year before making a switch.

As you take inventory of your skill set, highlight this year’s successes. Here are a few things you may not be giving yourself credit for:

You reached out to someone in your professional network. You don’t have to be unemployed to meet for coffee with a mentor who can share their own career experience.

You met your deadline(s). This is a big deal, both for you and your employer.

You set career goals. This doesn’t have to be fancy. If you said you would take a hard look at your career goals by the end of the year, consider this article an effective first step!

What are your career goals?

There’s no better time than now to set your career goals for the new year and beyond. Why are professional goals important? They give you something to work for and prevent you from become a passive participant in your career journey. Even small goals can shift your workday outlook:

Resolve to reach out to coworkers. Team collaboration and communication are important factors in today’s work environment. Challenge yourself to ask a coworker to grab lunch together so you can get to know each other better.

Consider continuing education. Continuing education runs the gamut from pursuing an advanced degree at a local university to taking advantage of your public library’s free access to online educational opportunities. You’re never too old to learn something new.

Look for new challenges. If you think your skills might be used in different and better ways at work, share these thoughts with a manager or professional mentor. Ultimately, you are looking for avenues for supporting your company, and if you believe you can contribute more in a different capacity, talk to your company leadership about exploring new options.

Where are you going in the new year?

Change is intimidating. We get it. It can be a lot easier when you have a professional staffing agency like That’s Good HR on your side. If you’re considering a career change – or you’re ready for a new challenge within your chosen career path – reach out to That’s Good HR. We’ll start with a chat, which gives us an opportunity to understand your specific needs and career goals. Our job board includes open positions from Indianapolis-area top employers. You can take comfort in the knowledge that we focus on the match. We’ll only refer you to positions where your skills are already a good fit for the position.

The new year is upon us. That’s Good HR remains your trusted staffing partner, keeping your interests at heart as we help you plan – and meet – your career goals. Happy New Year, from That’s Good HR.

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Creative Ways to Thank Your Employees

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Greta Cline, CFO
Greta Cline
Partner, CFO/COO
November 10, 2022
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As we move into the season of Thanksgiving, you may be wondering how you can thank your employees and coworkers. You’re on the right track. A recent study by WorkHuman found that employees who were thanked in the past month were half as likely to be looking for a new job. These same employees were twice as likely to report being highly engaged in their workplace, the survey said. Intentional appreciation can build a sense of camaraderie and loyalty, which can translate into employee retention and growth.

Well-intentioned gestures may fall flat, though. A non-drinker doesn’t necessarily want a bottle of wine. Pizza parties only go so far with employees who feel overlooked. How can you give your employees and colleagues meaningful tokens of gratitude without breaking your budget? We’ve compiled a list of ideas below to help you determine how to thank your employees during the season and throughout the year.

Go old school with thank you notes.

Miss Manners knew what she was talking about when she advocated written thank you notes. Keep a pile of cards – or even colorful sticky notes – in your desk so you can write down your words of appreciation. Studies show that gratitude can be a powerful motivator for success. You may find that note sitting on the recipient’s desk months from now, because it made a difference.

Create a props system.

Make gratitude a team project. Designate a day for showing appreciation to employees and colleagues. Set up a bulletin board or an online page that allows people to call out someone’s efforts or extra work.

Stock the kitchen.

Most offices keep a few types of coffee, creamer and snacks on hand. Thank your employees by showing them they deserve the good stuff. Think decadent chocolate, fresh-cut fruit, fresh bakery cookies and fun juices and sodas. Make sure to add a note telling employees how much their work makes a difference.

Find out what they want.

You may be thrilled if your boss gave you tickets to a Pacers or Indians game. Your coworker, however, doesn’t know the difference between a double dribble and a doubleheader. A little detective work ensures the the gift will be welcomed.

Wish them well.

Does your company have a wellness program? You don’t necessarily need to gift pricey gym memberships. Set aside an afternoon for an optional yoga session to help employees take a breather and get a handle on their stress levels.

Tell them to go home.

Who doesn’t appreciate a little extra time to themselves, especially during the busy holiday season? You don’t have to sacrifice days of productivity – encouraging employees to knock off early next Friday may allow them to plan a weekend adventure or grab a manicure on the way home.

Avoid token gifts.

You don’t have to break the budget with thank you gifts, but you also don’t want to tell your employees that they’re only worth a mass-produced trinket. If the company’s bottom line doesn’t have much room for gift giving, fall back on the personal notes or public recognition. Bring in a batch of holiday cookies and place them by the water cooler. Use social media feeds to brag on your work team. Host a “happy hour” that encourages coworkers to relax and mingle.

A happy workplace starts with the right employees. That’s Good HR is your Indianapolis area staffing expert. Let us do the background work for you and identify the best candidates for your open positions. Our recruiting staff will sift through the resumes and find people whose experience and skills match your company’s unique needs. If you are ready to take your staffing strategy to the next level, contact us now at https://www.thatsgoodhr.com/contact/.

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Recipe Roundup: Favorite Fall Bites

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Tiffany Moore
VP, Client Partnerships
October 15, 2020
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quiche recipeThis cooler weather has been giving us all the fall ‘feels’. What better way to settle into fall than with some cozy recipes? Casseroles and comfort foods have been on all of our minds. Check out some of our staff favorites below by using the links to jump to each recipe.

Gluten-free Chicken Noodle Casserole

(Submitted by Madison S.)

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups gluten-free noodles, cooked & drained
  • 2 tbs. minced garlic
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbs. chicken bouillon powder (make sure it’s gluten-free)-optional
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half and half
  • 2 cups of shredded cheese
  • 4 tbs. rice flour, corn starch, or tapioca starch
  • 2 tsp. Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp. Thyme
  • ¼ cup chopped onion
  • 2 cups cooked chicken (you can also use rotisserie chicken or canned chicken)

Directions:

  1. Cook and drain noodles
  2. In a saucepan, cook the chicken broth, cream, chicken bouillon (optional), spices, garlic, onion, salt, pepper, rice flour (or corn starch or tapioca starch) until smooth and it stars to thicken slightly
  3. Remove from heat
  4. Combine the cooked noodles, sauce, cooked chicken and 1 cup of cheese together and spoon into a greased casserole dish
  5. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup of cheese on top
  6. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted and everything is warmed through

Mexican Street Corn Chicken 

(Submitted by Tiffany M.)

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups sweet corn
  • ¼ cup mayo
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ Tbsp lime juice
  • Mix together set aside

Instructions:

  1. Lay thinly sliced chicken breast in a large casserole dish and season w/ ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon garlic powder.
  2. Add cayenne pepper for a kick, if desired.
  3. Top with the corn mixture and then bake in the oven at 350 degrees for 25-35 minutes.
  4. Once done top with queso fresco and cilantro.

Farmers Market Pasta Salad

(Submitted by Greta C., originally posted on MyRecipes)

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups halved baby heirloom tomatoes
  • 2 small zucchini, thinly sliced into half-moons
  • 1 small red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
  • 1 cup fresh corn kernels
  • 1 cup diced firm, ripe fresh peaches (about 2 medium)
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
  • Parmesan Vinaigrette
  • 1 (8-oz.) package penne pasta*
  • 2 cups shredded smoked chicken (about 10 oz.)
  • 1/3 cup torn fresh basil
  • 1/3 cup torn fresh cilantro

Instructions:

  1. Toss together the first 7 ingredients in a large bowl, and let stand 10 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, prepare pasta according to package directions.
  3. Add hot cooked pasta and chicken to tomato mixture; toss gently to coat.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Transfer to a serving platter, and top with basil and cilantro.

French Baked Eggs

(Submitted by Lyndsey C.)

Ingredients:

  • 12 Eggs
  • 12 x 2 tsp Heavy Cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese (garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Spray a muffin tin and crack one egg into each muffin hole.
  2. Add 2 tsp of heavy cream to each muffin hole.
  3. Sprinkle salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese to taste.
  4. Bake at 425 for 10-12 minutes or 9-10 minutes for a runnier yolk.

Mushroom & Swiss Quiche

(Submitted by Kate S., originally published on The Sarcastic Blonde)

Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsp. salted butter
  • ½ cup finely diced onions
  • 12 ounces baby Bella mushrooms, trimmed and sliced*
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 12 ounces Swiss cheese, grated
  • 1 pie crust

Instructions: 

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. In a large saute pan, heat the butter over medium heat until melted. Add the onions and saute until tender, about 6 minutes. Add the mushrooms and saute until they have given up their liquid and it has mostly evaporated, 5 to 6 minutes. Add the spinach and saute until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in the spinach/mushroom mixture and the Swiss cheese. Pour the mixture into the unbaked pie shell.
  4. Bake until the quick is lightly golden and set in the center when the pan is gently pushed, about 45 minutes. If the crust is browning too quickly, cover it with foil to prevent it from burning.
  5. Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Cut into 6 or 8 slices and serve warm or at room temperature.
  6. The quiche is best served the day it is made. Tightly wrap leftovers with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Pumpkin Bread Bars

(Submitted by Lindsey C.)

Ingredients:

  • 1.5 C White sugar
  • 1/2 C Brown sugar
  • 2 C Flour
  • 1 C Sour cream
  • 1/2 C Softened butter (mix)
  • 1 C butter (topping)
  • 1 1/2 C Pumpkin puree
  • 2 Eggs
  • 2 tsp Vanilla (mix)
  • 2 tsp Vanilla (topping)
  • 6 Tbsp Milk
  • 5-6 C Powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pumpkin pie spice (or Cinnamon)

Instructions:

  1. Combine white and brown sugar, sour cream, and softened butter until blended.
  2. Then stir in pumpkin, eggs, and vanilla until well combined
  3. Mix in flour, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
  4. Pour into a greased jellyroll pan.
  5. Bake at 350 for 29 minutes.
  6. While cake cools, brown 2 sticks of butter in a skillet. When browned, add milk, vanilla and powdered sugar. Mix until creamy.
  7. Spread onto the cake while still warm and then let cool.

And that’s a wrap! Want to find more recipes like these? Tiffany Moore, our VP of Client Partnerships, shared a great tip with us this week on how she finds the best recipes – she uses TikTok! We think using TikTok for cooking recipes is so clever because it allows you to follow along and see what the recipe looks like at each stage of cooking to make sure you don’t miss a step.

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Can Being Grateful Make You Healthier?

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Tiffany Moore
VP, Client Partnerships
April 21, 2020
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It has been said that being grateful can make you happier.  According to an article published by Harvard Medical School, giving thanks, or being grateful, does, in fact, make you happier. The article claims the reason for this is being grateful helps a person connect to something greater than themselves, which, in turn, provides a sense of comfort that goodness can be found out in the world.  Being grateful is often associated with being happier, but can being grateful make you healthier?

Consider this – people who are healthier, often get more sleep and being grateful can help you sleep longer. While you sleep, your blood pressure goes down, which helps to give your heart a rest after a long day. Having high blood pressure can lead to an increased risk of heart attack or stroke, so reducing your blood pressure daily has concrete health benefits.  A recent study found that people who kept a gratitude journal slept for an average of a half an hour more each night and woke up feeling more refreshed than the group who didn’t keep a gratitude journal. Thirty minutes doesn’t sound like a lot, but 30 minutes a night for a month would result in an extra 15 hours of sleep a month!

Being grateful can also lead to fewer aches and pains. Grateful people also are more likely to exercise, which improves your life expectancy according to Psychology Today. The Mayo Clinic claims that having a daily practice of gratitude can boost your immune system, which is much needed during the winter cold and flu season.

How can you adopt an attitude of gratitude and become healthier at the same time?  Here’s some simple ways to start:

  • Start a gratitude journal and write down your thoughts daily.
  • Put items you are thankful for in a jar.
  • Write a thank you note to someone.
  • Meditate on gratitude.
  • Check out these other options.
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Important Health Information Regarding COVID-19

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Greta Cline
Partner, CFO/COO
March 20, 2020
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While many questions regarding coronavirus (COVID-19) remain unanswered at this time, our temporary employees’ safety and well-being is paramount to us, as is the safety and well-being of our client’s employees. Therefore, we have advised our temporary employees about how to take care of themselves, protect others, and monitor the latest developments.

Based on guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), That’s Good HR recommends that employees:

  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
  • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe
  • Do not wear a face mask unless you show symptoms of respiratory illness, including COVID-19
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing (if soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol)

Stay in touch! That’s Good HR is requiring all temporary employees to self-report potential or known exposure. We are in communication with all of our client sites to implement each location’s protocol and will continue to update you as each situation evolves. Employees who have questions or concerns regarding this information, That’s Good HR’s leave policies, or any other issue, should speak with their recruiter.

To learn more about coronavirus and keep up with the latest developments, see the About Coronavirus Disease 2019 and CDC’s Frequently Asked Questions and Answers webpages. For information about handwashing, visit CDC’s Handwashing website.

We trust that our clients are advising their employees similarly and that they will apply the same safety policies and procedures to That’s Good HR temporary employees that they apply to their own employees.

Please know that we stand ready to assist you in navigating this public health challenge and furthering the well-being of all employees. Should you wish to learn more about our policies or have any questions, please let us know.

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