Human Resources

Let’s be honest, not every “people-first” decision is actually people-first. Sometimes it’s risk management framed in a way that sounds better. HR understands the difference, even if it’s not always acknowl… more

In my experience, HR professionals often carry emotional weight from many situations at once.

What helps you personally avoid burnout in this field?

I have seen several posts about embellishing resumes &applications. I will say it is a gamble. Some organizations check & some do not. I have had to sit in many a meeting where we have let pe… more

What’s the earliest warning sign you look for that an employee might leave? In my experience, decreased engagement in meetings is often an early clue.

👀What’s something a manager should never do in front of their employees?

We have mandatory training at our company (based in UK) which includes stuff like GDPR, Prevention of Sexual Harassment, Health & Safety, etc. We were previously handling the PSH training by booki… more

I have worked at so many different companies, but Mars is one of the best places to work. Mature, collaborative, forward thinkers and caring.

Verbal , written and final warning. how long do you typically put them on warning? Meaning not eligible for certain things since they are under disciplinary action? Can you share an indicate how big y… more

Which matters more for retention in your experience?

A. Compensation
B. Leadership quality
C. Career growth
D. Work flexibility

My vote: Leadership quality - I feel like if you can trust your leaders and l… more

Are your employers letting you stream the Artemis as it flies by the moon today? We have large TV screens throughout the building that usually display the weather channel or local sporting events, but… more

I am being asked to slow down recruitment while teams are already stretched. “Pause hiring” sounds simple in a meeting. It looks very different on a ward that is already short. I find myself stuck in … more

I’ve seen companies invest heavily in employer branding while ignoring internal employee concerns. The external story looks great, but the internal experience tells a different one. HR often sits in the mid… more

Where is the boundary for bullying and harassment? There's a clear trend when hiring admin or management. Initially, the tenured employees think the new hire is great, but after 2 to 3 months, tha… more

Question for women in HR that work in predominantly male fields -
How do you handle being quietly disrespected? The high level staff Director and I have to work together on everything. Any calendar in… more

I had a community nurse tell me this week, “I am thinking of leaving because I cannot afford to drive anymore.” Not burnout. Not workload. Petrol. Can't find it anymore... We talk about retention … more

There are moments in HR where you realize performance isn’t the only thing that determines growth. Visibility, relationships, and timing quietly influence outcomes more than we admit.
Do you think prom… more

I’ve sat in enough hiring discussions to know that “best candidate” doesn’t always win. Sometimes it’s the safest choice, the most familiar background, or the one that feels easiest to manage. We just don’t… more

For us, employees often say they want more feedback—but managers say employees don’t want criticism. Where do you think the disconnect usually happens?

One of the most debated issues I’ve seen is exit feedback. Employees are encouraged to be honest, but many believe nothing changes afterward. HR collects insights, but closing that loop is harder than it se… more

Sometimes onboarding feels clunky! Imagine you’re redesigning onboarding from scratch. What’s the first thing you would prioritize for new hires?

How much leeway do you allow with candidates embellishing their resumes? Mostly I’ve experienced applicants padding dates, but one used a high profile name of a company he did not work for (he was a c… more

If you could eliminate one HR process tomorrow, what would it be? It would be overly complicated performance review forms for me!

You guys ever decided not to hire someone because they came off as way too desperate during their interview? I want candidates to be eager, but there is a fine line between eager and pathetic.

What management fundamentals class or courses do people think are the best?

We have access to LinkedIn Learning, so the world is our oyster, I suppose. But I’d also love to hear from people who’ve had really grea… more

The longer I work in HR, the more I think clarity solves most problems. What workplace issue do you think is most often caused by unclear expectations?

Over the past three years, my experience has been extremely fruitful and professionally rewarding. I’ve had the opportunity to grow significantly as a leader in Human Capital Management, with leadersh… more

Hi everyone,

Seeking some career advice, I recently completed PCP(Payroll Compliance Program) from National Payroll Institute. since I started studying payroll and trying to get the jobs related to it… more

I once had to explain to an employee why their flexible work request couldn’t be approved, even though others seemed to have similar arrangements. Consistency sounds simple until exceptions start stacking u… more

I think recognition programs sometimes fail because they feel too structured. What type of recognition actually resonates with employees in your experience?

For any of you HR Professionals who are women, I want to invite you to participate in the Women in HR bowl. We would love to hear your stories, questions, and concern.s

Did yall see how Oracle went about laying off like 30,000 people? They just sent a mass email, out of the blue, telling people it's their last day. How cruel is that? There has to be a better way … more

Hey, do you believe Texas has better HR opportunities than Michigan?

It's that time of year again, April 1st....How are you guys attempting to prevent your team members from performing stupid pranks on each other? Yesterday, I had to sit down our team of grown ass … more

👀What’s the worst or most awkward question you've been asked during an interview?

Can anyone share insights or tips on how to prepare for an HR intro interview for a Recruiting Specialist position at Google?

Thanks!

I’ve been part of discussions where diversity goals were emphasized, but hiring managers still leaned toward “safe” or familiar profiles. HR can push, but influence has limits.
How much responsibility … more

I’m interviewing at a new company and I reached out to someone on LinkedIn who was in the role before for their thoughts. Has anyone ever done this?

There are times when HR knows an employee is unhappy but also knows the business can’t meet their expectations. Retention isn’t always possible, even when you want it to be. Letting someone go versus lettin… more