Do you work in a human resources department and are looking for tips to make you the best you can be in your position

Here are some tips that you can begin implementing today to improve your game.

Hire Talent

Easier said than done! Hiring talent can prove difficult especially if you are looking in the wrong places. You need to keep on top of emerging software and find the best fit for your company. Don’t be afraid of change and get stuck in a rut with old systems. Especially if you are in charge of the HR department.

You are there for a reason and it is up to you to keep your software up to date and make sure you are doing everything you can to attract the best talent and market your employer brand to the highest standard possible. That is why the company hired you in the first place so make sure you are the best and don’t let great candidates slip through the cracks. 

Create Personal Goals

As well as reading articles why not publish some of your own. One article a year is enough as it would give others an insight into your industry and also help your own personal brand. It can also impress future employers and who knows it may even help you to bag your own award.

Stay Up To Date

No matter your industry, staying on the cutting edge of best practices and new concepts will help to make sure your department doesn’t fall behind the times. Focus on how you can stay up to date as an HR department. Take one hour out of your week to find some articles that will give you an insight into the latest trends and insights in your industry. 

Attend Workshops / HR Events

These are a great way to network and to keep your skills up to date. Not only that but they are great to have to update your own personal CV and you know what they say “knowledge is power”. Get searching and circling your calendar here are a few events going on around the UK & Ireland to get you started.