1 Timothy 6–10  But godliness with contentment is great gain. 7 For we brought nothing into the world, and we can   take nothing out of it. 8 But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that. 9 Those who want to get rich fall into temptation and a trap and into many foolish and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction. 10 For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs. In this passage we learn that, if we have food and clothing, we will be content.  But many of us are not content.  Christian Business Leaders must recognize this and take [...]

We have been asked by Judson Press to help get the word out about their recent publication, “Help Wanted: Devotions for Job Seekers”.  Having career coached hundreds of job seekers for the past 8 years, I appreciate this valuable resource now available for job seekers.  We are including a sample for you to review, please share with those you know who might need encouragement in these tumultuous  economic times. On July 9, 2012, Businessweek.com posted, “Recent reports have signaled the U.S. recovery is weakening.” The nation’s unemployment rate remains at 8.2%, meaning 12.7 million Americans are out of work. Whether one is a recent college graduate or an experienced worker, the stress of a job search can be overwhelming. To energize, equip, and encourage those who are unemployed, underemployed, or [...]

Matthew 9: 35–38 35 Jesus went through all the towns and villages,  teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and  healing every disease and sickness. 36 When he saw the crowds, he  had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. 37 Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest  is plentiful but the workers are few. 38 Ask the Lord of the  harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.” The Apostles spent their days in their workplaces. So do we. In today’s business world, the workers are few.  However, are you aware that you are a worker? As Christian Leaders, we are called to bring others to the Lord’s harvest.  Our fields, as leaders, are [...]

Our Mission is simple, develop businesses so that they can prosper and support their churches.   The churches will grow and prosper than develop schools for the orphans that are currently lost spiritually and educationally. We are specifically focused on helping to develop businesses in the support of the trade school programs through the New Hope Center. We can make a long term difference is this area of the world.  It will take time for change to occur, but we have witnessed the change in other parts of the world. I am writing to share news about a fantastic opportunity coming in the fall of 2012. I will be joining David Balinski, Christian Business Men’s Committee (CBMC) Area Director, on a journey to the Ukraine. With the honor of [...]

Stewardship of Treasure This blog series has been dedicated to introducing you to the concept of Stewardship. Stewardship takes on many forms: time, family, faith, talent, prayer and, finally, treasure. In the last post, I described stewardship as it relates to prayer. In this post, I would like to introduce you to the concept of Stewardship as it relates to treasure. Most people don’t like to talk about money. I remember my parents squirming in the pews when I was a kid as the priest talked about needing to extend an existing building. Not quite what they wanted to hear! But over the past several years and, especially shortly after my mom died four years ago, I have received greater revelation of what my perspective is as it relates [...]

Stewardship of Faith  This blog series has been dedicated to introducing you to the concept of Stewardship. Stewardship takes on many forms: time, family, faith, talent, prayer and, finally, treasure. In the last post, I described Stewardship as it relates to prayer. In this post, I would like to introduce you to the concept of Stewardship as it relates to faith. It has been my experience that many people are just too afraid or uncomfortable to talk about their faith.  I can empathize. I, myself, was caught up for many years, struggling to talk about faith and my difficulties with the tenets of Catholicism with anyone.  I was, perhaps, conditioned not to question authority, but instead to accept what was told to me blindly as truth.  I was a [...]

Stewardship of Prayer This blog series has been dedicated to introducing you to the concept of Stewardship. Stewardship, as I have explained before, takes on many forms: time, family, faith, talent, prayer and treasure. In my last post, I described stewardship as it relates to talent. In this post, we will explore the concept of Stewardship as it relates to prayer. When we devote time to prayer, we deepen our relationship with God and become better prepared to offer ourselves in service to God and others. Many people approach prayer as a tool to use only when they want or need something from God. The prayer often sounds like, “Lord, help me through this problem and I will do X, Y and/or Z for you.” This becomes somewhat transactional [...]

  Stewardship of Talent  This series has been focused on introducing you to the concept of Stewardship. Stewardship takes on many forms; time, family, faith, talent, prayer and treasure. In the previous post, I described stewardship as it relates to family. In this post, I will examine the concept of Stewardship as it relates to talent. All of us are blessed with talents. These talents are what make each one of us unique, different from one another. It continues to amaze me as I grow older the stark uniqueness and individuality of all of us, regardless of our similarities in where and how we grew up, where we were educated or where we worship or work. We clearly are so different from one another!  I believe that our Talents [...]

This Post From Guest Blogger Buzz Rooney I was blessed to spend the early part of my career as a staffing manager for light industrial jobs. One of the most valuable lessons I learned was not to judge people’s work ethic or abilities solely on their aptitude in filling out a job application or writing a resume. Some of the hardest working, most loyal and dedicated employees had the most difficult time writing an explanation of their previous job experience. Resume writing and everything else that goes along with the job search is stressful. Most people are not taught how to track their performance and work product to build a comprehensive professional profile.  Admittedly, my own resume was a hot mess until I reached out to a professional friend to [...]

  Stewardship of Family This column is dedicated to introducing you to the concept of Stewardship. Stewardship takes on many forms; Time, Family, Faith, Talent, Prayer and Treasure. In the previous post in this series, I described stewardship as it relates to our time. In this post, I would like to introduce you to the concept of Stewardship of Family. As I researched this article, I came across St. Patrick’s Church in Largo, Florida, that outlines seven signs of a stewardship family. They are: time together family prayer respect worshiping together supporting one another shared responsibilities service to others I would like to write about two of these areas, time together and supporting one another. The first one, time together, means just that, spending time together with no distractions, [...]

In an economy that is yielding very little career opportunities, we are excited to be retained by this wonderful growing organization that provides superior website and management software solutions to churches and ministries in all 50 states and 28 countries. Marketing Director What you will do You will lead the nationwide marketing effort for all Elexio products and services. You will make sure that churches in our sweet spot know who Elexio is, how we can serve them, and have a positive mental image of Elexio. You will maintain the consistency between our brand (who we really are) and the public image of who people think we are. You will encourage our church clients to expand into more of our products & services and connect new prospective churches with [...]

How to Build  “Kingdom-Minded” Companies June 20, 2012 from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Ephrata Community Church Banquet Hall 70 Clay School Road, Ephrata 717.733.4071 All Business Owners and Marketplace Managers Welcome Learn how you can best build a Kingdom-Minded organization in today’s “politically correct” business world. Presenter Mark Griffin has seen it all in his more than 20 years of Human Resources experience gained by working with a wide range of organizations, from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies. Let Mark inspire you by sharing his experiences in helping a variety of organizations manage their beliefs in the reality of today’s workplace. Leading an organization with Christ-centered values makes business sense. Mark will share why he believes Christ-centered organizations experience: Lower absenteeism Higher quality products Less employee morale issues [...]

  Stewardship of Time In the previous post of this series, I introduced the concept of Stewardship. Stewardship takes on many forms; Time, Faith, Talent, Family, Prayer, and Treasure. Today, I would like to shed some light on Time. We all lead busy lives, whether we are driving our children to events, helping our family members with chores and child rearing, or just managing our daily commitments. We never seem to have enough Time. Many of us fall victim to not having Time to help others. A perfect example of this was when, a few years ago, a colleague of mine at a company where I was leading HR, told me of a similar dilemma she had faced. She was an administrative employee who worked in a very rural [...]

Many people complain about their boss or see them as an adversary. Let’s flip that. As Christians, how can we be a blessing to our boss and support them in their calling? Mark and Glen weigh in with their business experience. Would love to hear how you bless you Boss. How have you been blessed by your employees?

  Christian Stewardship Having been exposed to the concept of Stewardship several years ago, I have set out to define the concept from my unique experiences and perspective. I cannot take credit for the concept of Stewardship as it relates to Christianity. Although I have never been able to confirm with certainty, I believe this concept of Stewardship actually originated in the Catholic Church. However, many other denominations, including Evangelicals, have begun embracing the multifaceted concept of Stewardship. I personally like it. Not from an “easy rules to follow” standpoint, but as a nice neat package of a variety of ways we can give back to others. When I say “give back to others,” I say it because, when you think about it, it all really should be about [...]

New Book Provides Christian Inspiration for Business Leaders and Professionals Contact: Mark A. Griffin, In HIS Name HR LLC, 717-572-2183, MGriffin@InHISNameHR.com LANCASTER, Penn., May 7, 2012 /Christian Newswire/ — HR consultant and career coach Mark A. Griffin has worked for more than 20 years in a corporate world where the bottom line is king and often anything goes in the pursuit of profit. Mark believes, however, that there is another, better way to do business and in his latest book, How To Build “Kingdom-Minded” Organizations, he provides inspiration for Christian business leaders who want to create a values-led organization that brings Christ into the workplace. In the last decade, the global corporate world has endured some of the toughest economic times since the Great Depression with business leaders and [...]

During the 2009 Thanksgiving season, my son Adam and I were talking about the fun we had when he was younger, especially backpacking. He mentioned he would love to take a weeklong trip, but without hesitation he said I would never be able to make it, that I was too heavy and probably would have a heart attack! That hit me pretty hard. I also felt an obligation to lead a healthy lifestyle as a Vice President of Human Resources. It is somewhat hypocritical to promote health and wellness to reduce medical expenses, and at the same time be obese! Realizing I was embarrassingly out of shape for a 42 year old, I made a commitment to change my lifestyle. I started exercising, changed my diet based on Eating [...]

In an economy where jobs are scarce, we are proud to be retained in assisting this profitable company with filling this very import position. Please apply directly using the contact information below. Principles only, no agencies or recruiters thank you. DynaTech is an equal opportunity employer. DynaTech , Lebanon Pa location is currently seeking a  Accounting Clerk to join its TeamWhat you will do   What you will do The Accounting Clerk will be responsible for bi-weekly payroll including tax reports and payments, retirement contributions and payments, vendor payments and statements, invoicing customers, journal entry preparation, bank account reconciliation, and accounts receivable. The clerk will also be responsible for: Qualities That Will Make You a Great Candidate   Excellent relational skills and congeniality with people Ability to handle highly confidential [...]

In an economy where jobs are scarce, we are proud to be retained in assisting this profitable company with filling this very import position. Please apply directly using the contact information below. Principles only, no agencies or recruiters thank you. DynaTech is an equal opportunity employer. DynaTech , Lebanon Pa location is currently seeking a Power Specialist / Account Manager to join its Team. What you will do The Account Manager/Power Specialist (PS) serves as the primary business contact for the client and is responsible for the management, completion and payment collection of projects. The PS is expected to consistently provide excellent customer service to the account. In addition, the PS should build relationships with clients and partners to encourage new and repeat business opportunities. Some Required Education, Skills and Abilities [...]

In an economy that is yielding very little career opportunities, we are excited to be retained by this wonderful growing organization that provides superior website and management software solutions to churches and ministries in all 50 states and 28 countries. Support Specialist What you will do Your goal as a support technician is to make sure Elexio Client’s experience is the best it can be a well as making sure Elexio’s software products are as stable and as bug free as possible. This includes you; working on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, supporting software, solving Client’s issues based on our reported needs, and originating new concepts, strategies, or innovative approaches that have significant impact on the user experience. Some Required Skills and Abilities We Are Looking For A [...]

In an economy that is yielding very little career opportunities, we are excited to be retained by this wonderful growing organization that provides superior website and management software solutions to churches and ministries in all 50 states and 28 countries. Software Developer What you will do Your goal as a developer is to build and maintain Elexio’s software. You will be working with a team of developers every day on projects under the direction of a team leader. Some Qualifications We Are Looking For Have a minimum of 1 year of programming experience outside of an academic environment Have the ability to think through challenges in a critical way and come up with real answers that make “real sense” Be a technology enthusiast Be excited about Christian ministry Some [...]

In an economy that is yielding very little career opportunities, we are excited to be retained by this wonderful growing organization that provides superior website and management software solutions to churches and ministries in all 50 states and 28 countries. Creative Director What you will do Your goal as creative director is to create high impact websites and design related materials that generate results for our clients. This includes; working on or managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, developing inspiring designs and experiences based on our clients’ needs. You will also originate new concepts, strategies, or innovative approaches that have significant impact on the user’s experience. Some Qualifications We Are Looking For Hands-on experience designing and coding web sites in a professional or academic setting Proven leader with [...]

It was a gray day in the fall of 2003. I looked around the room at all the other walking wounded, the outplaced, downsized, reorganized and laid off comrades I had come to know during the past several weeks. As we were heading into the Christmas season, I would say in jest that we were just stuck in the land of misfit toys. It was funny for a few seconds, until the stark reality of the situation struck our hearts. There may be times in your career  when you find yourself stuck in the land of misfit toys. We were participants in outplacement with the firm of Lee Hecht Harris, tucked neatly into the suburbs of Detroit, where thousands would need their services over the next decade. The firm [...]

Our Latest Podcast Radio Series Week 10- How to get your non-performers off the bus Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach on, How to get your non-performers off the bus. Let Mark inspire you to be bold in your faith as you learn to navigate the complexities of faith in the workplace. Be encouraged as you learn how to develop a high performing organization through your HR practices. “Praise HIS Name” in partnership with “In HIS Name HR LLC” announce the launch of a twelve week radio series highlighting faith in the Christian owned workplace. Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach, exploring twelve inspiring weeks [...]

Guest Blog post this week I had the privilege being a guest contributor to Sylvia Hepler’s blog: Launching Lives Workplace Grief: It’s More Common Than You Realize Read the full post on Silvia’s website: here Or read below: Tell us about your role at In HIS Name HR. My company provides HR support services to organizations with fifty or more employees. Typically, the organizations we support do not need a VP or Director of HR full time, but greatly benefit from having access to HR expertise consistently, perhaps a few times a month. I use my 20-plus years in HR at both Fortune and smaller sized companies to help develop for them strong, positive-minded HR practices. I have clients throughout Central Pennsylvania and we are expanding into other parts of the U.S. [...]

Our Latest Podcast Radio Series Week 9-How to manage employees to their potential within your company Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach on, How to manage employees to their potential within your company.  Let Mark inspire you to be bold in your faith as you learn to navigate the complexities of faith in the workplace. Be encouraged as you learn how to develop a high performing organization through your HR practices. “Praise HIS Name” in partnership with “In HIS Name HR LLC” announce the launch of a twelve week radio series highlighting faith in the Christian owned workplace. Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee [...]

Our Latest Podcast Radio Series Week 8-How to hire the best candidates for your company Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach on, How to hire the best candidates for your company.  Let Mark inspire you to be bold in your faith as you learn to navigate the complexities of faith in the workplace. Be encouraged as you learn how to develop a high performing organization through your HR practices. “Praise HIS Name” in partnership with “In HIS Name HR LLC” announce the launch of a twelve week radio series highlighting faith in the Christian owned workplace. Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach, exploring [...]

This Post From Guest Blogger Buzz Rooney I have always worked in small HR departments where I am one of 2-3 staff members, wearing multiple hats and juggling competing priorities all day, every day. I am generally orderly and mindful in my work and in my record-keeping. That is an essential skill in this profession where historical data can be called upon at any time for analytics or legal scrutiny. When my staff asks me how I keep it all together and remember to start, track and finish all these tasks, I jokingly say “I don’t remember anything. I just do what the Outlook reminders tell me to do.” Still, there are times when I sit at my desk and look at the piles, issues and emails that all [...]

Our Latest Podcast Radio Series Week 7-How to integrate Your Mission, Vision and Core Values into your HR Practices Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach on, How to integrate Your Mission, Vision and Core Values into your HR Practices.   Let Mark inspire you to be bold in your faith as you learn to navigate the complexities of faith in the workplace. Be encouraged as you learn how to develop a high performing organization through your HR practices. “Praise HIS Name” in partnership with “In HIS Name HR LLC” announce the launch of a twelve week radio series highlighting faith in the Christian owned workplace. Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire [...]

  Many people think about them, but very few actually have them. Personal Visions and Goals. Personal Visions are important to have. If you have one and focus on it often, you will ultimately steer your life toward obtaining it. Think of your vision as your compass, your GPS, or — my personal favorite — a lighthouse at the beach, to lead you through the storms and past the rocky ocean waves you’ll encounter as you make your way toward your final destination. In developing your vision, ask yourself: What do I want? It may sound like a simple enough question, but it’s one of the toughest to answer. So, ask yourself again. What do I really, really, truly want for myself? If I could have the kind of [...]

In an economy where jobs are scarce, we are proud to be retained in assisting this profitable company with filling this very import position. Please apply directly using the contact information below. Principles only, no agencies or recruiters thank you. Keystone Collections by Martins is an equal opportunity employer.   Keystone Collections by Martins, Myerstown PA location is currently seeking a Sales Representative  to join its Team. Some of the duties of this position include:DESCRIPTION:Plan, organize and perform sales activities to meet the company growth goals.  Monitor and identify competitors, market opportunities and threats.IMPORTANT FACTORS FOR SUCCESS: Being an example of and embracing the company mission, vision, and core values Positive, Can-Do Attitude Pride in Job/Quality Work Standards Goal Driven Planning and strategizing Persuasiveness Adaptability Personable, pleasant personality Fluent verbal and [...]

Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach on, HR Practices, what are they? Let Mark inspire you to be bold in your faith as you learn to navigate the complexities of faith in the workplace. Be encouraged as you learn how to develop a high performing organization through your HR practices. “Praise HIS Name” in partnership with “In HIS Name HR LLC” announce the launch of a twelve week radio series highlighting faith in the Christian owned workplace. Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach, exploring twelve inspiring weeks of Christian Business topics.   Listen or download on iTunes here: Click      Listen on [...]

Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach on, What are Organizational Core Values? Let Mark inspire you to be bold in your faith as you learn to navigate the complexities of faith in the workplace. Be encouraged as you learn how to develop a high performing organization through your HR practices. “Praise HIS Name” in partnership with “In HIS Name HR LLC” announce the launch of a twelve week radio series highlighting faith in the Christian owned workplace. Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach, exploring twelve inspiring weeks of Christian Business topics. In HIS Name HR LLC specializes in Christian business consulting for Christian [...]

Our Latest Podcast Radio Series Week 4- What is an Organizational Vision?   Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach on, What is an Organizational Vision? Let Mark inspire you to be bold in your faith as you learn to navigate the complexities of faith in the workplace. Be encouraged as you learn how to develop a high performing organization through your HR practices. “Praise HIS Name” in partnership with “In HIS Name HR LLC” announce the launch of a twelve week radio series highlighting faith in the Christian owned workplace. Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach, exploring twelve inspiring weeks of [...]

In an economy where jobs are scarce, we are proud to be retained in assisting this profitable company with filling this very import position. Please apply directly using the contact information below. Principles only, no agencies or recruiters thank you. Keystone Collections by Martins is an equal opportunity employer. Keystone Collections by Martins, Myerstown PA manufacturing location is currently seeking a Warehouse  Team Supervisor to join its Team. The Wareshouse  Team Supervisor is responsible for the quality level of the product, meeting the due date of the product, morale of the team, efficiency of the operation, and future growth of the warehouse. Through servant leadership of the team, the Warehouse Team Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the quality and consistency of all product lines outbound and raw material inbound. Also responsible [...]

In an economy where jobs are scarce, we are proud to be retained in assisting this profitable company with filling this very import position. Please apply directly using the contact information below. Principles only, no agencies or recruiters thank you. Keystone Collections by Martins is an equal opportunity employer. Keystone Collections by Martins, Myerstown PA manufacturing location is currently seeking a Finishing Team Supervisor to join its Team. The Finish Team Supervisor is responsible for the quality level of the product, meeting the due date of the product, morale of the team, efficiency of the operation, and future growth of production. Some of the duties of this position include: Directs the day-to-day activities of departmental personnel with respect to production volume, flow, cost, quality and on time delivery dates. [...]

Our Latest Podcast Week 3- What is an Organizational Mission? Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach on, What is an Organizational Mission? Let Mark inspire you to be bold in your faith as you learn to navigate the complexities of faith in the workplace. Be encouraged as you learn how to develop a high performing organization through your HR practices. “Praise HIS Name” in partnership with “In HIS Name HR LLC” announce the launch of a twelve week radio series highlighting faith in the Christian owned business workplace. Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach, exploring twelve inspiring weeks of Christian Business topics. Listen or download [...]

Our Latest Podcast Week 2- What is a “Kingdom Minded” company? Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach on, What is a “Kingdom Minded” company  Let Mark inspire you to be bold in your faith as you learn to navigate the complexities of faith in the workplace. “Praise HIS Name” in partnership with “In HIS Name HR LLC” announce the launch of a twelve week radio series highlighting faith in the Christian owned business workplace. Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach, exploring twelve inspiring weeks of Christian Business topics. Listen or download on iTunes here: Click Listen on line right here:       [...]

  Postion filled 02/27/2012 In HIS Name HR has been retained to assist in the recruitment for this integral position within an International Missionary Organization.  Administrative Assistant III Mission/Vision:  To make disciples among every people group on Earth by sharing the story of hope that we have in Jesus Christ, building communities of faith and serving the world with love. Job Summary: Duties include performing administrative and office support activities for the Chief Operating Officer & Executive Vice-President of the organization and the President of the Foundation as well as other senior level managers in the Advancement area. Duties also include fielding telephone calls, receiving and directing visitors, word processing, filing, and managing e-mail communications. Extensive software skills are required, as well as Internet research abilities and strong communication [...]

Good News for Tumultuous Business Times- Radio Series Launched to Inspire Christian Business Owners   Contact: Keith Wilson, Praise His Name, 740.264.4604; Mark A.Griffin, In HIS Name HR LLC, 717.572.2183. Wintersville, OH – FEB 14,2012 /Christian Newswire/ “Praise HIS Name” in partnership with “In HIS Name HR LLC” announce the launch of a twelve week radio series highlighting faith in the Christian owned workplace. Tune in and enjoy listening to Mark A. Griffin, Chief Consultant, inspire you as he dialogues with host Dee Kovach, exploring twelve inspiring weeks of Christian Business topics. Week 1-Why do you need to build a “Kingdom Minded” company? Week 2-What is a “Kingdom Minded” company? Week 3- What is an Organizational Mission? Week 4- What is an Organizational Vision? Week 5- What are Organizational Core Values? [...]

Accounting Professionals We are proud to be retained in assisting several profitable companies with filling several accounting positions for their Lancaster County PA locations. Senior Accountant • BA/BS Degree in Accounting • 8-12 Years Experience • Not yet at the Controller or CFO level • Seeking a salary that would not surpass 60K Controller • BA/BS Degree in Accounting • 15+ Years Experience • Currently at Controller or small company CFO position • Seeking a salary that would not surpass 80K Resumes held in the strictest of confidence. Principles only no agencies or recruiters  please. Send Resume and salary expectations to: HR@InHISNameHR.com

What to Do Next So there you have it. The past few blog postings have given you plenty of ideas on how to integrate your MVV into the culture of your organization through your HR practices. There is a lot to digest, especially if you are not an HR practitioner. Don’t be overwhelmed by the possibilities before you. Simply work out a plan with your Team. The first step is to create your Mission Vision and Values. Always include your employees in the process. Hire a good facilitator if necessary, but get this done for the sake of your organization. The second step is to document what HR practices you currently have in place and what practices you still need. This may be a good time to bring in [...]

This Post From Guest Blogger Buzz Rooney As a manager and HR professional, I encounter a lot of foolishness and hatefulness in the workplace. Passive-aggressive behavior, back-stabbing, finger-pointing, laziness, discrimination, bullying and flagrant insubordination are all too real! This is part of the reason I enjoy working in HR. I get to help find justice for wronged individuals; I get to help train and develop other managers to overcome these same issues and prevent them for the future. There are times, however, when the responsibility to protect the employer I work for and mitigate potential liability feels like it clashes with my faith. There are times where I feel like a hitman sent to take out a pesky adversary like something out of mobster film. Terminating employees doesn’t feel [...]

Integrate — Creating Successful Training and Development In our final example of integration of MVVs into HR practices, we will explore Training and Development (T&D). In the past 25 years, I have watched T&D dwindle to an almost nonexistent state in most companies. I could write a book on the impact of not investing in the development of your people, but you might find it boring. It is what it is, and it won’t change all that soon, unfortunately. But, as leaders of organizations, we must decide how we are going to right ourselves and guide our employees to work in alignment with our Missions, strive for our Visions and operate within our organizational Values. Here are a few steps you can take to ensure you are addressing the [...]

Integrate — Creating Meaningful Communication Processes The first question most management teams have after creating a new Mission, Vision and Values statement (MVV) for an organization is: What do we do with it? Integrating into all aspects of your HR processes is paramount to the success of your MVV. The heart of these processes typically lies within the communication processes and employee relations materials of the organization. Since HR typically controls this function, it becomes that much easier for them to communicate the MVV statement effectively. There are countless avenues to share and ingrain your MVVs within your organization, as well as clients and customers. These can include but are not limited to: Your organization’s newsletter Your organization’s website Brochures in the front lobby as a takeaway for visitors [...]

Integrate — Job Descriptions Make a Difference For many years I have witnessed leadership at a variety of levels at several companies struggle to see the value of certain HR practices.  One practice of uncertain value from them within HR that always seems to pop up is Job Descriptions. Why do you need job descriptions? Do companies really use them?  We created some 5 years ago, will they work?  Are they just an old school personnel requirement? Well, you actually need them for a variety of reasons, such as to: Reiterate your Mission, Vision and Values (MVVs) Align employees to shared goals Use as an effective hiring tool Reinforce what is required from your employees and why Reiteration of your Mission Vision and Values Job descriptions should remind employees [...]

Integrate — Performance Reviews for Success Probably one of the least liked HR processes of all organizations is the dreaded performance review. However, it does not have to be that way. Performance reviews should be beneficial not only to the organization but to the employee.   Key components to a successful process include: Built-in commitment to your MVV Shared goals and objectives throughout the organization Employee ownership of career and job performance Simplistic but meaningful processes Solid guidelines and commitment from senior leadership. Commitment to your MVV If you want your Team to fulfill your Company’s Mission reach your Vision and operate within your Values, you must build these into the Performance Review process. When you do, it shows the organization that leadership believes in the MVV so much [...]

In an economy where jobs are scarce, we are proud to be retained in assisting this wonderful non profit organization with filling this very import position. Please apply directly using the contact information below. Principles only, no agencies or recruiters thank you. ABWE is an equal opportunity employer. The Association of Baptists for World Evangelism New Cumberland World Headquarters location is currently seeking a Part Time Kitchen Coordinator to join its Team. The Kitchen Coordinator for ABWE Events: Coordinator will plan, purchase, prepare and serve meals and snacks during breaks in conjunction with event planner’s objectives and budget and agreed upon service level standards for each event. Some of the Qualifications include: Good cook and baker Good organizational skills Good people skills Good food presentation experience Some of the [...]

Perhaps one of the most difficult aspects of managing organizations is the act of recruitment. It is not necessarily difficult only on the candidates; it’s also difficult on organizations as well. Even though we are living in tumultuous business times, with real unemployment exceeding 10 percent in almost every city in our nation, recruitment is still a challenge for a variety of reasons, including but not limited to: Lack of skilled candidates Wounded and hurt applicants lacking trust of any organization Having too many candidates to choose from makes it difficult to know where to      begin Salary  expectation alignment; many candidates are accustomed to more These are all hurdles to climb over but organizations that have a well thought out process and strategy will prevail in hiring the [...]

I have had the honor of knowing Denny Smith for several years. Denny was instrumental in starting the Career Network at LCBC Church, where he recruited me to be a leader at its inception. It has been a privilege to have the opportunity to get to know Denny, not only from a business and Ministry standpoint, but from a personal perspective as well. I am privileged to share with you the book Denny inked in 2009, Outplace: Career Change, Real World Stories, Real World Answers. For a variety of reasons, Denny has decided to distribute his book free of charge rather than through a publisher. This book will be a blessing to many, especially those who, like me, have attempted to navigate through a traumatic job loss without a [...]

Employees complain when you don’t have a handbook, but, when you have one, they don’t want it! An employee handbook is very easy to create, but probably the most overlooked aspect of employment documentation. One thing is for sure: if a company has multiple shifts or multiple locations or just multiple employees, an employee handbook can certainly help keep all employees on the same page. Handbooks are always a delicate subject. But when done right, and with employee input, this tool can make a difference. Make it reflect your Mission Vision and Values  (MVV) Make it relevant Keep it simple Keep it legal and legit Reflect your MVV. Your handbook should be an absolute reflection of your MVV, which essentially amplifies your culture. Someone who is unfamiliar with your [...]

In an economy where jobs are scarce, we are proud to be retained in assisting this wonderful non profit organization with filling this very import position. Please apply directly using the contact information below. Principles only, no agencies or recruiters thank you. ABWE is an equal opportunity employer. The Association of Baptists for World Evangelism New Cumberland World Headquarters location is currently seeking a Donor Communications Specialist to join its Team. Reporting to the Director of Advancement this position is part of ABWE Foundation’s Advancement Team, supporting our efforts to raise over $45 million annually (primarily through missionaries), with a concentration on capital campaigns and donor relationship management designed to preserve the missionary support and to raise $2-3 million for projects and the home office. The Donor Communications Specialist [...]

Integrate-After the Mission Vision and Values …  Most leaders, after they finalize the recreation of their Mission Vision and Values (MVV) for their organizations, do what comes naturally — they share it with everyone. If that sounds like you, then it goes out on your website, and it gets printed poster-sized and hung on the walls of your conference rooms and lobby. You mention it consistently for about three months … and then it dies. It dies because it is not an  intrinsic part of the way you do business. It is not ingrained into the soul of your company.  How do you make your Mission Vision and Values a part of the way in which you do business? You integrate it into the practices that are always connected [...]

Organizational Mission All successful companies have a Mission.  Without a Mission, well, no one will know what it is they are doing and why. Another problem organizations have when absent a Mission is that their customers and vendors often end up confused, having mixed expectations. I have worked for many companies in my time. Probably more than most, and I consider this to be a good thing. The reason I consider this a good thing is that the experiences that God has given me in these numerous and diverse organizations has made me a far more competent counselor to businesses across the marketplace than if I had occupied one narrow niche for most of my career. One common denominator I have identified is that the businesses that are successful [...]

In an economy where jobs are scarce, we are proud to be retained in assisting this wonderful non profit organization with filling this very import position. Please apply directly using the contact information below. Principles only, no agencies or recruiters thank you. ABWE is an equal opportunity employer. The Association of Baptists for World Evangelism New Cumberland World Headquarters location is currently seeking a Receptionist to join its Team. Reporting to the HR Director this first point of contact position is responsible for answering all ABWE inbound toll and toll-free numbers as well as greeting guests and visitors to the home office. Responsible for call coverage of all departmental inbound calls such as ABWE Foundation and Planned Giving, Mobilization, Global Operations and Donor Services. Some of the responsibilities will [...]

In an economy where jobs are scarce, we are proud to be retained in assisting this wonderful non profit organization with filling this very import position. Please apply directly using the contact information below. Principles only, no agencies or recruiters thank you. ABWE is an equal opportunity employer. The Association of Baptists for World Evangelism New Cumberland World Headquarters location is currently seeking a HR Coordinator to join its Team. This newly created opposition will be responsible for assisting the HR Director in recruiting, on boarding and training of all ABWE home office staff. Responsible for coordinating all staff events, meetings and activities. Responsible for maintaining staff records including staff directory, staff coding, staff handbook, etc. Some of the responsibilities will include:  Organizing and distributing HR communications (e.g. emails, [...]

Position Closed In an economy where jobs are scarce, we are proud to be retained in assisting this profitable company with filling this very import position. Please apply directly using the contact  information below. Principles only, no agencies or recruiters thank you. Keystone Collections by Martins is an equal opportunity employer. Keystone Collections by Martins, Myerstown PA manufacturing location is currently seeking an Finish Team Members to join its Team. Through lean manufacturing, finish furniture within the quality, productivity, and safety guidelines as set by the company and finish team. Some of the critical factors for your success are: Pride in Job and Quality Work Standards Positive, “Can Do” attitude Focus on maintaining productivity levels equal to or higher than the team’s average. Development of personal skills and continuous learning [...]

In an economy where jobs are scarce, we are proud to be retained in assisting this profitable company with filling this very import position. Please apply directly using the contact information below. Principles only, no agencies or recruiters thank you. Keystone Collections by Martins is an equal opportunity employer. Keystone Collections by Martins, Myerstown PA manufacturing location is currently seeking an Office Manager to join its Team. Through servant leadership of the team, the Office Manager is responsible to efficiently prioritize, load balance, monitor and manage the office team for maximum efficiency.  Responsible for serving customers, vendors, and the rest of the organization with exceptional customer service to the quality level required, in a timely fashion, maintaining productivity and staying on budget.  Responsible to maintain high morale in the [...]

Position Closed In an economy where jobs are scarce, we are proud to be retained in assisting this profitable company with filling this very import position. Please apply directly using the contact information below. Principles only, no agencies or recruiters thank you. Keystone Collections by Martins is an equal opportunity employer. Keystone Collections by Martins, Myerstown PA manufacturing location is currently seeking a Finishing Team Coach to join its Team.  The Finish Team Coach is responsible for the quality level of the product, meeting the due date of the product, morale of the team, efficiency of the operation, and future growth of production. Some of the duties of this position include:  Directs the day-to-day activities of departmental personnel with respect to production volume, flow, cost, quality and on time delivery [...]

In an economy where jobs are scarce, we are proud to be retained in assisting this profitable company with filling this very important position. Please apply directly using the contact information below. Principles only, no agencies or recruiters thank you. U/KTS is an equal opportunity employer. Utility Keystone Trailer Sales, Inc., offers a full line of Utility products: including truck body kits, refrigerated vans, dry freight, flatbed, and tautliner trailers. Our full service repair shop and parts department provide service on all makes of trailers. In addition, 20 acres of new and used trailer inventory makes U/KTS a one-stop location for your entire trailer needs in the tri-state area. We are currently looking for a Trailer Technician with a long-term focus and willingness to grow. We are a pay [...]

In HIS Name HR is currently accepting dates for January through March 2012 to present, “How to Build Kingdom Minded Companies.”  This presentation is designed for Christian-owned businesses with 50 or more employees. With over 20 years of Human Resources experience ranging from Fortune 100 (Kodak, Quaker Oats, and Merck Pharmaceuticals) to small- and mid-sized companies, Mark Griffin has seen it all. Please come and enjoy Mark’s presentation on how you might best build Kingdom Minded Companies in today’s politically correct business world. Let Mark inspire you to be bold and brave in your faith by ensuring Christ is present in your workplace. If you have a conference, roundtable group, seminar series or a Church business group that would be interested to have Mark address them in person, please [...]

High-performing organizations have a clearly defined Vision. This Vision helps guide all its employees and supervision to their desired destination and explains why. Companies who have a Vision have a workplace of direction, purpose and achievement. These companies have a Vision of where they want to be, and do the appropriate things to get there. All along the way, they have employees who are enthusiastically a part of it, eagerly supporting the Vision. What Is an Organizational Vision? A Vision that is optimal is one that has been created, or at least contributed to, by all employees of the organization. Like the Mission, the more buy-in the organization has, the greater the effectiveness of the Vision.   The Vision should be inspiring! It is where you want to be!   The [...]

All organizations have Core Values.  Few organizations memorialize them; almost none manage them. Organizations tend to be meshed together by a unique blend of personal and corporate values. These values are important to its employees, leaders and stakeholders. What exactly is a Core Value? A Core Value from our human resources perspective is one that reflects the heart of your organization. It is what makes your organization tick; it defines your organization. It is how your vendors view your behavior toward them; it is your culture when dealing with customers. It is what employees tell their neighbors and friends when they ask what it is like to work at your organization. One of the most important aspects of Core Values is where they come from. Core Values need to [...]

Oftentimes as I meet with people to talk about bettering their HR practices, I use the term “Kingdom Minded” company.” More often than not, they are intrigued by the terminology  I use in reference to helping them build their companies. Many Christian business people, pastors and Christian business consultants may have their own opinions or definitions of what a “Kingdom Minded” company is. I have developed what I believe to be a fairly clear, actionable and measurable way to articulate what a “Kingdom Minded” company is, thus exciting business owners to invest their time, dollars and energy into making their company prosperous and reflective of Christ. So, let me begin by outlining what comprises the framework when building a “Kingdom Minded” company. Over the next few weeks, I will [...]

Today’s churches sit empty. More than any other time in history, your employees spend increased amounts of time commuting to and from work, working in their workplaces, and working evenings and weekends, disengaged from their families and communities. These increased hours have resulted in employees spending more waking hours at work than they spend at home with their families, with friends or volunteering in their communities. Because of this, we all have an opportunity and a mission: a mission to reach those who need saving. This is the world’s untapped  harvest, a field of opportunity. And, as God proclaims, we need more workers into his fields. Matthew  9: 35-38 (NIV) The Workers Are Few 35 Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the [...]

Jeremiah 29:11(NIV)  11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you,  plans to give you hope and a future.” I believe that, in today’s tumultuous business times, we must remain diligent in our obligations as Christian business leaders.  Now, more than ever, Christian Business leaders must acknowledge that employees want, need and crave an environment in which they can be not only productive but trust that their leadership is attempting to provide them and their family stability, a “hope and a future.” We must remain diligent in our obligations as Christian business leaders. So what about you business leaders? What are you doing to demonstrate to your employees that you are setting the foundation for tomorrow’s [...]

Position Closed National Sales Manager Interested in contributing to the growth of a wonderful company?  Despite the difficult economy that industry finds itself in these days, our client — with a brand respected for its tradition, value and stellar reputation for quality — has remained successful and is positioning itself for further growth with a “Made in the USA” product line. For over two decades, the men and women of this company have provided their customers with a product that will remain in families for generation after generation. Headquartered in Central Pennsylvania, our client is highly principled and expects the same ethics and integrity from its team members. Reporting to the President and CEO, the National Sales Manager is responsible to implement and manage sales activities to meet company targets for [...]

Malachi 3:5 (NIV) “So I will come to put you on trial. I will be quick to testify against sorcerers, adulterers and perjurers, against those who defraud laborers of their wages, who oppress the widows and the fatherless, and deprive the foreigners among you of justice, but do not fear me,” says the LORD Almighty. Wow! In this passage you can hear God’s disapproval of those who cheat their employees of wages, but God categorizes it at the level of sorcerers,  adulterers and perjurers! How many company executives who have cheated their people probably dismissed their act as harmless? On the surface, one may surmise that “wages” are defined as cash for hours worked. However, wages from today’s human resources perspective takes on a far greater meaning than just [...]

    “Do It” Amazing speech by Art Williams on winning in business. Art  integrates all the principles of building a “Kingdom Minded” company into his  presentation. These are all the principles we have developed into our model in  which we help companies build high performing organizations by proper  utilization of their Human Resources programs and practices. To be an  achiever you must have Integrity, People Abilities and Character.   Art is just so tired of “fence sitters and mealy mouths.”   Art advocates getting excited! You must be excited to win! You must not be a  crybaby! Be enthusiastic, positive and tough! Although recorded in 1987, Art’s  words are applicable now more than ever. Enjoy Art’s inspiration and energy  and his down home style of delivery.  Art Williams [...]

Romans 12:8 (NIV)   “if it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then give generously; if it is to lead, do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully. “ Over the past several weeks I have encountered a variety of circumstances where I have witnessed extreme cases of generosity.  These were situations where someone deliberately went out of their way to help a random “somebody” Not a friend or a relative but someone they did not know at all.  As Christian’s we are called to help each other, not just other Christians, for when we do so we shine the light of Christ though us.  Several years ago we had a campaign regarding “Others” at my church home.  I learned a lot through [...]

I was honored to be interviewed by Alan Collins who was VP– HR at PepsiCo who I worked with when I led HR for several different business units for the Quaker Oats Organization. Alan is now the Founder of Success in HR, Inc. and the author of the HR best seller, UNWRITTEN HR RULES. His new book, BEST KEPT HR SECRETS is now available on Amazon. Alan and several of my closest contacts have been an absolute blessings and encouragement to my new venture- Thank You Alan and God Bless you and your work. Here are my 7 tips- Read the article in it’s entirety here: 7 Tips For Leaving Your HR Job 1. “Be clear and specific on the HR value you provide to your clients…and stick with [...]

In the past several years I have had the honor of meeting with Christian professionals across a variety of states. These professionals are potential clients, business partners, Christian professionals in the radio and television industry, Pastors of small congregations and Pastors of mega Churches as well. Although we are living in historical times in the areas of the housing crisis, stock market collapse, record deficit spending, global conflict, environmental disasters of record proportion and the moral decay of our society, (wow- I know a long list!) I feel a sense of calm from the Christian community. What is really inspiring is when you take a step back from it, and really look at it with focus, the sense of calmness is causing non-Christians to take notice, because they are [...]

    Please enjoy reading my guest post on David Phillips blog, Faith in a post-everything culture.   Click here: Why You Need Faith In The Workplace      

      Join us this Monday July 25th at 10:30 AM EST on WHKW-AM Cleveland Ohio Mark will discuss how Christian business owners can prosper their businesses using sound HR Practices while being outward in their faith. For those listeners unable to make this time, a podcast will be available through iTunes. A  Little bit about Glenn: Glenn Mertz hosts Living the Word, a program with a purpose.  Glenn talks with people both nationally and locally who are Living the Word. Be encouraged and challenged as you discover how others are living out their  Christian faith. Glenn Mertz guides you through an incredible line-up of Bible teachers each weekday morning on WHKW. Glenn started in radio at Baldwin Wallace College and has worked at stations including WMJI, WWWE [...]

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Please join us at 11AM June 18th  2011, on Bridge FM’s weekly radio show “Christian Perspective on Business,” hosted by Glen Dalakian.This week’s topic will be “The Good News On Business”. Guest Mark A. Griffin,  Chief Consultant at In HIS Name HR will share his experiences in helping shape organizations to be Christ centered and profitable! With over 20 years of Human Resources experience at both fortune  (Kodak, Quaker Oats, and Merck Pharma) as well as small and mid-sized companies, Mark has seen it all.  Tune in and enjoy Mark’s discussion with Glen on how you might best build “Kingdom Minded” organizations in today’s “politically correct” business world.  Let Mark inspire you to be bold and brave in your faith, by ensuring Christ is in your workplace. Listen On Line [...]

Position Closed We have been retained to recruit 3 Professional Retirement Plan Administrators for a prestigious and sound Pennsylvania based financial institution. Ephrata (Lancaster County) 2 Positions and Muncy (Lycoming County) 1 position. Our client has served as a third-party administrator for defined contribution retirement plans for almost 30 years. They seek motivated professionals with accounting/ HR administrative background and a focus on customer service. Experience with retirement plan administration and client service is required.  BA degree or equivalent experience is required. Job duties will include: accounting and recordkeeping for retirement plans IRS 5500 filings discrimination testing calculations plan design and document review client service (participant questions) census data reconciliation and management imperative client service (company/plan sponsor questions/administration) The recruitment process will be stringent and require our review of your [...]

Position Closed A wonderful family oriented organization with a strong Christian heritage has asked us to support their quest to find a Senior Accounting Manager based at their corporate office location in Lynchburg VA. This position is critical for the future development of the organization. The organization is profitable, poised for growth and has a strong presence in their niche market. Duties will include: Manager of an accounting team comprised of 4 accounting professionals. Handling day to day tactical and strategic functions of an accounting office. Experience required: Mergers and acquisitions including due diligence is a must. CPA and MBA preferred. Must have managed preparation and posting of journal entries as well as account reconciliations. Skills in managing and forecasting account analysis for month-end close reports. Must have experience [...]

Freedom.  The thought sends different scenarios through our minds.  Chains, bondage, prison, incarceration, riding a bike on a country lane, speeding a Harley through the black hills, sneaking out of work early heading to the Beach!  You get it; you understand where I am going with this.  But think about this for one moment.  My wife, Gail, has instilled in our children a few words of wisdom that has naturally influenced my life:  “Never let anyone steal your joy.”  I oftentimes equate freedom with joy.  When one is truly free, they are joyful.  I agree with Gail, we should never allow someone to take our joy by allowing us to give it to them. So do not worry about others taking your joy; we can only give them our [...]

  Please help us get the word out about this free seminar/presentation I will be conducing in rural Pennsylvania. We already have many attendees confirmed. If all goes well I will be returning to conduct some follow up work in Mid-May. How To Build “Kingdom Minded Companies” Wednesday May 4, 2011 6PM Sharp! Brewed Awakening Coffee Shop Attendance is free! Mark A. Griffin Chief Consultant IN HIS Name HR LLC Christian Business Consulting With over 20 years of Human Resources experience at both fortune (Kodak, Quaker Oats, and Merck Pharma) as well as small and mid sized companies, Mark has seen it all. Please come and enjoy Mark’s presentation on how you might best build “Kingdom Minded” organizations in today’s “politically correct” business world. Let Mark inspire you to [...]

If you are not a Christ follower this may be the most important message you receive in your life. I don’t think anything happens by accident. If you happen to come across this website, and you have come to this page it is not just happenstance. I believe that you came here through God’s guidance. Christians are not perfect people. Unfortunately in my experience I often meet many that turn off nonbelievers very quickly. I am sure that I may have slipped up and said the wrong things to people that I was trying to reach as well. But in reality all of that does not matter. What does matter is that Jesus is perfect and God, our Father, sent him to redeem us of our sins. Might sound [...]