Human resources departments specialize in tending to the needs of one of their companies’ most valuable assets — their workers. While many associate this department primarily with hiring, there are a number of different tasks that individuals in these departments complete daily. By tending to these worker-related tasks, human resources departments play a pivotal role […]
A human resources policy guidebook is similar to a playbook for human resources staff – its primary focus is tactical HR processes, not strategic HR planning. This isn’t the same as an employee handbook. An employee handbook contains workplace rules and procedures for employees. It describes the working relationship and what employees can do to […]
People may think of audits as being mainly financial in nature, probing companies’ financial statements and accounting records to search for discrepancies, but any department in a business can be audited in some way. The human resources department is no exception to the rule, although human resources (HR) audits involve a good deal of qualitative […]
Human resources planning requires input and coordination from specialists in all disciplines of human resources: employee relations, safety, training, recruitment and compensation. Strategic planning also needs the support and endorsement of executive leadership as human resources planning affects the entire organization. Planning for human resources is not without its own challenges, however. Also Read: SHRM […]
Human resource departments evolved over time, and since the mid-1990s what was once called “personnel administration” has now become human resources. Human capital is another term used to describe the value of your company’s employees. Employees drive your business success, and are therefore considered resources or capital. Human resource planning takes on the challenge of […]
The time of grueling examinations is over and for most of the management prospects; whether they are fresh out of college or the ones who have already left their jobs dreaming of a fat pay cheque. But like thousands of students who enter the gates of a B School every year, the realms of reality […]
The loss of one key employee can cripple a small business. To protect yourself, draw up contingency plans for human resource risks such as death, disability, family leave or employees quitting. With a good plan, you can reduce uncertainty about your business’ future by reducing the risk of team failure. Plan Elements Contingency plans have […]
There are a lot of advantages to working remotely. There’s no commute, fewer interruptions from coworkers, flexible schedules, and more. However, it can be difficult for some employees to maintain a good work-life balance while working from home. Also Read: Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Employees often work more from home than they do at […]
How to prepare for a meeting is a difficult question to answer, depending on the tone, setting, content, and formality, professional meetings may vary greatly. However, preparing yourself for the meeting beforehand helps you stay relevant and put your thoughts across confidently. Here are a few steps to achieve it. Confirm The Time, Place, And […]
Organizational culture is more than a buzz phrase. It’s the “proper way to think, act and behave within an organization,” according to HR.com in a July 2005 post. Managers make hiring decisions based on a candidate’s potential fit with the organizational culture; employees base a decision to leave on whether that culture fits their needs. […]
The old-school bulletin board is making a comeback. Today, your employees are likely inundated by electronic communication, such as email. While efforts to distribute corporate communications electronically are admirable, the information is often buried in the “I’ll read it later” folder. A tactile and visual bulletin board placed in a common area can get their […]
Start-up businesses often begin as sole proprietorships or partnerships in which owners are the only workers in their companies. But successful companies tend to hire employees over time to take over basic work tasks and management responsibilities. As a company grows, it may create a human resources department that is responsible for managing employees and […]
Human resources professionals balance many tasks on any given day and must be comfortable with multitasking to succeed. A typical day will include both planned and unplanned meetings and activities, as managers and employees look to the human resources department for guidance on a number of issues. An HR representative’s specific responsibilities may vary depending […]
