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11 Real-Life Human Resources Examples

AIHR

In a nutshell, human resources is an organization’s critical, strategic function that manages all things employee-related. Employees have the ultimate autonomy and flexibility; they can work whenever and wherever they like. Before we discuss the different company examples, let’s briefly paint a picture of what HR does.

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Silver Linings for 2012

Harvard Business Review

And I predict that leaders who get the whole story, and act on it, will reap unexpectedly better workplace morale in 2012, despite all the uncertainty and volatility of the global economic realities. Certainly, times are terribly stressful, and I don't mean to downplay the reality that too many employees face. Bad news, right?

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Years Of Service Awards: A Guide To Recognize Tenure At Work

Vantage Circle

A 2012 study found rewards that are disconnected from effort don’t impact employees much. Personalized corporate gifts allow employers to know their employees on a personal level. This paves the way for stronger employer-employee relations. Which one would you rather have? I’m sure you’d prefer the latter.

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A Board Member’s Guide to Corporate Political Spending

Harvard Business Review

These risks extend to a company’s reputation, its employee relations, its customer and shareholder relationships, its legal footing, and attainment of its business strategies. million in the 2006 off-year cycle to more than $300 million in the 2012 presidential cycle. Consider what Aetna faced in 2012.

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How To Create a Strong HR Generalist Resume [Examples + Templates]

AIHR

. – London, UK Payroll administration Ensured all payments were processed correctly and on time Maintained employee records to ensure everything is accurate and up to date Ensured the correct amount of tax owed by the business was calculated for the past two tax years Employee relations Liaised with employees to resolve concerns and conflicts (..)