Over the past century, the term “human resources” has grown and changed significantly. HR responsibilities have moved beyond just administration and legal affairs to encompass a more comprehensive and strategic role in businesses everywhere. This shift has been slow but steady, and has led to a dramatic increase in the value HR professionals provide to…
As an HR professional, the first step to buildings a diverse workforce is understanding the types of diversity in the workplace. Today, workplace diversity is not a dispensable strategy. It’s necessary and critical to your organization’s success. Moreover, 76 percent of job seekers cite workplace diversity as an essential consideration when evaluating job opportunities. Failing…
We human beings are quite predictable. Even if each of us has a unique story, we often seek to connect with people who share backgrounds, interests, and beliefs similar to ours. This is known as affinity bias or similarity bias. The gravitation to people who are like us is unconscious and, in most cases, harmless.…
Senior human resources executives and leaders understand that developing a solid HR strategy requires having an up-to-date HR mission statement. A good mission statement helps everyone in the organization know what you’re trying to accomplish and why it matters. It sets the direction for the department and serves as a guiding principle for all HR-related…
Over the years, the workplace has evolved and, along with it, how employees are expected to interact. With this evolution, it’s now more important than ever for communication within the organization to be inclusive and respectful of all individuals. However, many companies need help to create an environment where everyone feels heard and respected. As…
HR finance is an overlap of the HR and finance departments in a modern organization. While traditionally HR and finance are two completely different departments with their own responsibilities, financial awareness has become a critical requirement for HR professionals in most modern businesses. The main responsibility of finance is to allocate and monitor resources that…
Do you have an upcoming interview for an HR assistant role? There’s no better way to prepare for the interview than having a clear picture of the questions that often get asked. Though it’s often an entry-level position, the HR assistant role requires individuals with excellent interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate should handle confidential and…
When you think of ‘organizational innovation’, the first companies that might come to mind are big names like Amazon, Apple, Google and Coca-Cola. Many might attribute the companies’ product and financial positions to their innovation. In truth, the common factor between these organizations is that their people strategy is aligned with fostering a culture of…
In a crowded market, how can you attract top talent to your company through your job boards and career pages? An SEO recruitment strategy can help you to stand out above your competitors looking for the same candidates but also help you to target the type of candidates you’re looking for. Search engine optimization (SEO)…
An annual HR report is a way to showcase to your stakeholders the value that HR brings to the business. It covers both accomplishments and challenges experienced in the year. Furthermore, it highlights how the HR department is contributing to the performance, OKRs, and strategic goals of your company. An essential part of developing an…