Surprising Benefits Of Human Resources
For many of us, the Human Resources Department is only known for hiring, firing and the occasional training. However the department facilitates a wide range of functions from policy implementation to salary remuneration and benefits such as medical insurance and retirement plans. Below are some other helpful reasons why we should visit Human Resources more often:
- Human Resource Managers are natural counsellors who can provide methods and techniques for reducing stress, overcoming personal challenges and financial difficulty. They also provide support and motivation in the workplace which cultivates innovation and creativity to maximise your full potential.
- For those of us who have been employed for a while and may feel stuck in our positions, Human Resource can assist in providing advice and opportunities for upcoming promotions. Not only are they knowledgeable of job requirements, they are also aware of your strengths, weaknesses and potential, and can therefore assess your suitability for that position. They can also assist with adequate training and education which makes you more marketable.
- Generally working environments are very diverse with all different people with different perspectives and different ways of doing things which often leads to conflict. Most organizations have an established complaint procedure to assist in solving conflict. If all attempts have been unsuccessful Human Resource should be contacted as they can provide mediation services or act as an objective
- Basic training is the foundation for all levels of employment. As we adjust into our positions we have first-hand understanding of what works and what does not work within our organization. This ranges from a series of issues from customer service to productivity. Suggestions can be shared with Human Resource as they have the ability to implement these ideas and establish new policies and procedures which will be mutually beneficial to all parties.