Global Trends in Human Resource Management

What Does 2011 Hold in Store for HR?

2011-01-06T10:48:00.002+05:30

As the New Year dawns, and as always it’s a time for reflection. There were many things that made 2010 a great year in HR, but many more that will make 2011 especially exciting. Some areas will change slightly, while others will undergo a complete overhaul. You know what they say-out with the old, in with the new. So, with that said, let’s take a look at what’s coming down the pike in the New

Best HR Blogs 2010

2011-01-01T14:21:00.002+05:30

As we sadly say farewell to 2010, many of you are thinking back over the last year and all of the many events that made twenty ten one for the books. Here at Young HR Manager, I wanted to take a moment to rewind the year and highlight some of my Favorite HR blogs and individual HR Posts of 2010. In going through my list of favs, these are the cast of characters that I can regularly turn to for

HR Manager Position - HR Issues To Rock This Planet

2010-11-20T15:14:00.000+05:30

Whether private or public, all organizations are passing through difficult and uncertain times. The recession in the global economy, and the related financial crisis are having a great impact on both government and private sectors. The banks are increasingly reluctant to lend money. HR reacted to this crisis by large scale redundancy program and also by freezing the new recruitments.Gradually

The Roles and Functions of the 21st Century HR Office.

2010-11-17T19:25:00.004+05:30

Long gone are the days when the HR function could be handled by one person. The infamous “HR Lady” has now been replaced by a full staff of professionals with diverse functions. HR now seems to be the catch all when it comes to any facet of employee relations and company culture. Also, in the current employment environment, what constitutes Human Resources continues to evolve on a daily basis.If

Different Categories Of Employee Rewards And Recognition Programs

2010-05-25T22:26:00.002+05:30

Organizations today have realized that cash is easily replicable by others and hence to remain competitive in such a dynamic environment they need to introduce a differentiator which caters to the needs of diverse cultures. Strong Rewards and Recognition Program is becoming a top priority for organizations with CEOs and board members getting closely involved and that the effectiveness of all

Stages of Corporate Life

2010-05-24T23:03:00.005+05:30

"All the world's a stage,And all the men and women merely players;They have their exits and their entrances;And one man in his time plays many parts,His acts being seven ages.”As You Like IT - William ShakespeareAccording to William Shakespeare the human life is divided into seven different stages the first being the birth of a child/infant and the last termed as his second childhood. On similar

Rewards and Recognition Programs For People

2010-05-22T15:01:00.003+05:30

Rewards and Recognition share the same first letter ‘R’ however have different meanings all together.As a child I was very quick and apprehensive with respect to my school formalities like collecting donation or some fund for the needy. Whenever such activity was announced I wanted to be the first and the maximum contributor in my entire class. My efforts were not because I was kind hearted and

Dont' Worry Just Say it

2010-05-04T10:52:00.003+05:30

Key learnings: Individuals who dodge the truth for their personal gains are sabotaging the ethical code of conduct Admitting to one’s mistakes is the best option Everybody makes mistakes, but not everybody admits to them! This is especially true in the context of corporate working where people dread admitting to their mistakes for fear of the repercussions it may have on their professional

How To Conduct Effective Employee Surveys??

2010-01-11T11:48:00.002+05:30

The how’s of conducting effective employee surveysKey Learnings: Organisation’s that know their employees well keep them longer and remain top employers Well-conducted employee surveys are effective tools in getting to know your workforce well Although the practice of conducting employee surveys is still viewed with scepticism, especially by certain employee cadres, managements thrive on

How Can Our HR Department Elicit Useful Feedback on Its Performance?

2009-12-14T22:01:00.001+05:30

Make sure any surveys include a representative sample of your workforce. Give plenty of notice to employees and encourage them to participate.Q: We want to survey our employees and get their feedback on our human resources services. What are some ideal questions to get them thinking and providing constructive feedback?- Interested in a Critique, human resources director, finance/insurance/real

Organizational Behaviour

2009-12-11T10:00:00.003+05:30

Sending important bits of information through levels is a systematic process... Team briefing is the building block of the communication cascading process An integrated feedback mechanism is important for smooth flow of information Communication, as we know, is the most precious skill for corporate success. While most of us acknowledge the role of effective communication in driving ideas and

How To Impart Effective Training To Improve Skill Set Of People In Your Organization?

2009-11-21T09:21:00.002+05:30

An important element which is sometimes left out or not given enough weightage is the systematically evaluation of the training needs of an individual which will eventually result in growth of the business and development of an individual.The following points helps in determining the training needs of an individual:1. Study your present condition2. Figure out the required job

Talent Myth Management.

2009-11-03T16:48:00.003+05:30

As the economic downturn continues, one thing seems clear to employers and employees: Uncertainty is the new reality. What began with a financial crisis in the United States has echoed worldwide as weakening global demand lowers economic growth rates and slumping confidence among consumers and producers drives cuts into spending. There is an urgent need for action, but governmental policy

Detoxifying Agents - Performance Management

2009-10-24T11:53:00.005+05:30

Dealing with toxic managers at work placeWho are toxic managers… Some people are simply miserable to work for. The reasons could be poor interpersonal skills, unfortunate work practices or just their personalities, which in turn affect the performance of the employees. The work atmosphere is often governed by their mood swings. They are called ‘toxic managers.’ Why do

Is Social Networking an Effective Recruitment Strategy?

2009-10-13T13:59:00.005+05:30

Is it high time for organizations to think on the real worth of social networking or do they still have to wait? Nowadays people are using social networking as an effective tool in recruitment. Does this mean that we should give more importance to social networking than other recruiting tools?Social networking these days is considered to be one of the most sought out solution for sourcing and

How to help worn out employees perform better?

2009-10-10T10:03:00.004+05:30

Get Up And Get Going... Understanding mediocre or poor performers goes a long way in correcting a negative work atmosphere Tackling deadbeat employees needs time and tact When employees face stress, deadlines, appraisals and demands of personal life, some of them emerge tougher. Sadly, there are some who succumb to such pressures and are worn out soon. They exhibit lethargy, lack of interest in

Review: Moveme.com, The Site That Makes Moving Simple

2009-10-07T12:30:00.001+05:30

Were you ever afraid from moving from one location to another? Does shifting makes you tense and worried? Are you finding problem in hiring a conveyancing solicitor for your house conveyancing or property conveyancing requirements? Moveme.com will be there for your rescue. There's no doubt that moving home can be a very stressful experience. But it doesn't have to be. In fact, with Moveme.com it

Performance Options!!!

2009-09-30T22:02:00.005+05:30

The choices for performance management are many. Take your pick... Total performance management is the most preferred approach to managing performance in organisations Continuous learning approach is best suited for monitoring individual performancePerformance management is the “amoeba” of the HR function. It can take any shape and form depending on the organisational requirements. There is no “

Performance Consulting: One Step Beyond Training & Development

2009-09-24T09:46:00.004+05:30

- What are the steps involved in identifying the training needs of an individual?- How do you plan for the training programs of employees?Sometimes a training solution is selected because the organization requires it, while at other times it is chosen because we naively believe that training alone will solve the problem. Whatever the reasons, each of the results is the same. Investments in

Review: Gearzap.com, Everything for your Net Book and laptop

2009-09-22T13:10:00.000+05:30

Gearzap.com is a specialist online retailer of Netbook and Laptop accessories on the internet. It is the leading independent retailer of laptop accessories, laptop bag, laptop case on the Internet, featuring award-winning comparison tools & 100% satisfaction guaranteed.Gearzap.com claims to be the number 1 seller of cases, bags, laptop accessories in UK. It allows users to search accessories by

Innovation is a legitimate business process..

2009-09-08T22:17:00.003+05:30

Everyday is a New Idea! “To encourage creativity, innovation and free thought, you have to discourage uniformity”, says Tom Dattilo, CEO of Findlay, Ohio-based manufacturer of automotive components. At a time when Darwin’s survival of the fittest theory holds extremely well, companies are trying hard to look for new ideas and trace creativity in them. Economic uncertainty is forcing companies to

Performance Management: Poor Ratings

2009-08-31T21:49:00.004+05:30

Is rating better than ranking?Organisations believe that rating employees is a better way of evaluating their performance However, experts reckon that rating is just a euphemism for ranking Ranking employees makes performance evaluation easy. It is also a simple way of identifying how an employee is performing in comparison with his peers. But this method of evaluating performance is not very

Culture Management:

2009-08-28T16:36:00.006+05:30

Culture programmes’ a tool for organisational development .....‘Cultural Management’ is crucial for HR professionals. Nevertheless, most ignored it till recently. An important perspective of change, cultural management deals with developing new patterns of behaviour and mindsets among employees. Having realised this some organisations have initiated several culture awareness programmes.Changes at

Facts, Emotions and Symbols!

2009-08-28T14:27:00.004+05:30

The three components of leadership communication…Managers must communicate as leaders Instead of presenting just data, they must use the right blend of facts, emotions and symbols “Is your manager a great communicator?” “Yes,” said a meagre 17 percent, when the question was asked in an employee survey. To the next question, “Does your manager think he is a great communicator?” an overwhelming 86

Challenging HR: Tapping Top Talent in a Downturn.

2009-07-31T13:54:00.001+05:30

HR professionals often are faced with the task of downsizing in one business unit and recruiting highly skilled professionals in another. They have to cope with an exponential increase in applicants for a much smaller number of open jobs, maintain morale in constantly shifting external and internal environments and help their organizations retain key employees. This must be done with reduced