If you are passionate about working closely with others, human resources (HR) could be a good fit for you. As a human resources specialist, I get this recurring question from young colleagues and students: “Is working in human resources a good career?” Ultimately, it all comes down to exactly what you want from your future […]
The success or failure of your organization may depend on its understanding of employee engagement and its significance. As an HR manager, these employee engagement metrics help me to determine whether employees are putting in their best efforts, contributing actively, and arriving at work with excitement. Monitoring employee engagement metrics also allows you to take […]
I recently watched a Celine Dion movie/documentary and was struck by her insightful comment about her team. She said, ‘My band and backup singers—I want them to feel good and like themselves. She added that when they feel good and like themselves, they work better, perform better, and hold their instrument with pride. While pondering […]
In some of my previous articles, I explained how human resources professionals assist organizations and their employees, and how there are numerous roles you can pursue in the field of HR. In addition to that, some people, such as a human resources business partner (HRBP), collaborate with the company members outside of the HR department […]
An HR generalist holds one of the most versatile positions in the human resources department. They are proficient in all essential HR functions and can handle a wide range of duties. As a result, every HR department requires a talented employee for this position, and the average HR generalist in the United States earns an […]
After completing a human resources education program, the next step for many graduates is to seek entry-level positions in the field. You might be wondering, “Are there entry-level human resources jobs near me?” Well, the good news is that the human resources industry is multifaceted and diverse. This enables prospective professionals to explore a variety […]
Have you ever wondered which words in the universe of words could scare the living daylights out of human resources? Working in the Human Resources Department is a demanding job. You are expected to know everything about employee relations, workplace safety, salary and benefits, and workplace violence prevention. If that isn’t enough, you must also […]
When most people think of human resources (HR), the only career that comes to mind is HR manager. In reality, however, a human resources education can prepare you for a variety of thrilling job opportunities, each of which requires a particular set of skills. Best of all, human resources is a field that is expected […]
I recently wrote an article on Human Resources Manager Jobs and Roles, where I listed the different positions under the umbrella of Human Resources, including Director of Human Resources. A Human Resources Director creates and implements the organization’s HR policies and activities. They also manage all HR staff, from recruitment and onboarding to performance management, […]
EFFECTIVE EMPLOYEE RETENTION STRATEGIES: Creative Retention Strategies Successful Companies Swear By
Here is something you probably didn’t know about successful companies you know today: they’re scared of losing talent (productive employees) more than they are of losing a client. They understand what an asset such employees are, so they set up effective retention strategies to keep them committed and loyal to the organization. Some of the […]
