Dear Sonia,
Quality of experience is better than quantity (length) of experience. Always try to learn new things, even outside your work area but related to your job. CiteHR is the best option to learn new things and share knowledge. Don't restrict yourself to a particular area - try to go beyond the boundaries of knowledge.
Regards,
Pankaj Chandan
From India, New delhi
13Quality of experience is better than quantity (length) of experience. Always try to learn new things, even outside your work area but related to your job. CiteHR is the best option to learn new things and share knowledge. Don't restrict yourself to a particular area - try to go beyond the boundaries of knowledge.
Regards,
Pankaj Chandan
From India, New delhi
Hello all,
I am a new member of this community. After seeing the discussion, I felt that the same thing can happen to me as well. Five years down the line, I may also end up with knowledge of only one domain. So, being proactive, I want to develop a good network with HR professionals and gather knowledge of various HR areas. Please let me know the names of a few good HR forums and magazines.
Regards,
Pragya
From India, Jamshedpur
I am a new member of this community. After seeing the discussion, I felt that the same thing can happen to me as well. Five years down the line, I may also end up with knowledge of only one domain. So, being proactive, I want to develop a good network with HR professionals and gather knowledge of various HR areas. Please let me know the names of a few good HR forums and magazines.
Regards,
Pragya
From India, Jamshedpur
Dear All,
I have 6 years of experience in HR. I started my career with a consultancy (recruitment), then moved to an IT firm where I gained exposure in induction and recruitment. Currently, I am with a US IT MNC for the past 2 years, focusing on recruitment, induction, payroll, and HR operations. In both companies, I lacked guidance from a boss as they all left soon after I joined.
I have not had significant exposure to a Generalist HR role. Until now, my focus has been primarily on recruitment, which is not my interest. I handle the operational aspects of activities like appraisals and employee relations.
I aspire to transition into a core HR Generalist role. However, I lack the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to do so in my current office for at least the next year. Therefore, I must take the initiative to learn and grow to stay relevant in the competitive market.
Despite my 6 years of experience, both internal and external seniors believe my experience is equivalent to only 2 years. This realization compels me to enhance my skills actively to remain employable in the future.
I seek advice on what I should learn to thrive in the market and how to go about learning, given the market's competitiveness. What are the market's expectations from a 6-year experienced HR professional?
Sonia
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SONIA,
HERE IS SOME USEFUL MATERIAL.
REGARDS
LEO LINGHAM
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I understand your situation may seem challenging, but it also presents an opportunity for growth. With 6 years of experience, you have been actively involved in daily activities but may not have had the chance to develop the core aspects of your job. To progress, focus on each core HR activity, such as recruitment/selection, and work on developing policies, processes, procedures, and essential documents like job analysis and descriptions.
You can leverage your current experience and supplement it with further reading and research to enhance your expertise in various HR functions. Consider areas like recruitment/selection, induction, performance appraisal, career planning, compensation management, and employee engagement. Continuously updating your knowledge through resources like the internet, HR sites, and books will be crucial for your professional development.
Moreover, consider attending short courses in specific areas to further enrich your skills and knowledge. International HR skill and knowledge requirements encompass various personal, organizational, managerial, and functional competencies essential for a successful HR manager.
Focus on building competencies like initiative, leadership, strategic thinking, communication, and business acumen, among others. Assessing HR managers typically involves evaluating their abilities in handling diverse HR functions, from equity compensation and healthcare benefits to employee performance appraisal and managing workplace diversity.
To excel in the HR field, familiarize yourself with HR tools like HR scorecards, audits, metrics, and branding. Align HR processes with organizational objectives, manage diversity effectively, and contribute to the company's competitiveness through strategic HR initiatives.
Consider pursuing a part-time MBA in HR or a postgraduate diploma in HR to further advance your career. Additionally, take an aptitude test to identify your strengths and areas for development. Your dedication to continuous learning and improvement will be key to achieving your goals in the HR field.
Give these suggestions some thought and feel free to reach out if you need further assistance.
Good luck!
Regards,
LEO LINGHAM
From India, Mumbai
I have 6 years of experience in HR. I started my career with a consultancy (recruitment), then moved to an IT firm where I gained exposure in induction and recruitment. Currently, I am with a US IT MNC for the past 2 years, focusing on recruitment, induction, payroll, and HR operations. In both companies, I lacked guidance from a boss as they all left soon after I joined.
I have not had significant exposure to a Generalist HR role. Until now, my focus has been primarily on recruitment, which is not my interest. I handle the operational aspects of activities like appraisals and employee relations.
I aspire to transition into a core HR Generalist role. However, I lack the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to do so in my current office for at least the next year. Therefore, I must take the initiative to learn and grow to stay relevant in the competitive market.
Despite my 6 years of experience, both internal and external seniors believe my experience is equivalent to only 2 years. This realization compels me to enhance my skills actively to remain employable in the future.
I seek advice on what I should learn to thrive in the market and how to go about learning, given the market's competitiveness. What are the market's expectations from a 6-year experienced HR professional?
Sonia
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SONIA,
HERE IS SOME USEFUL MATERIAL.
REGARDS
LEO LINGHAM
---
I understand your situation may seem challenging, but it also presents an opportunity for growth. With 6 years of experience, you have been actively involved in daily activities but may not have had the chance to develop the core aspects of your job. To progress, focus on each core HR activity, such as recruitment/selection, and work on developing policies, processes, procedures, and essential documents like job analysis and descriptions.
You can leverage your current experience and supplement it with further reading and research to enhance your expertise in various HR functions. Consider areas like recruitment/selection, induction, performance appraisal, career planning, compensation management, and employee engagement. Continuously updating your knowledge through resources like the internet, HR sites, and books will be crucial for your professional development.
Moreover, consider attending short courses in specific areas to further enrich your skills and knowledge. International HR skill and knowledge requirements encompass various personal, organizational, managerial, and functional competencies essential for a successful HR manager.
Focus on building competencies like initiative, leadership, strategic thinking, communication, and business acumen, among others. Assessing HR managers typically involves evaluating their abilities in handling diverse HR functions, from equity compensation and healthcare benefits to employee performance appraisal and managing workplace diversity.
To excel in the HR field, familiarize yourself with HR tools like HR scorecards, audits, metrics, and branding. Align HR processes with organizational objectives, manage diversity effectively, and contribute to the company's competitiveness through strategic HR initiatives.
Consider pursuing a part-time MBA in HR or a postgraduate diploma in HR to further advance your career. Additionally, take an aptitude test to identify your strengths and areas for development. Your dedication to continuous learning and improvement will be key to achieving your goals in the HR field.
Give these suggestions some thought and feel free to reach out if you need further assistance.
Good luck!
Regards,
LEO LINGHAM
From India, Mumbai
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