HR Director's Cut

12/09/2023

"Dear HR Director's Cut,

I’ve been in HR for 2 years and in a previous company worked solo. I joined a new company 9 months ago and it is the best decision I have made.

I am working with an HR Director who is amazing, but I now feel I have lost confidence when it comes to my work.

When advising managers 1-1 I feel fine, but when it’s me, my manager and someone else (perhaps discussing a scenario of work place conflict), I have noticed I keep quiet and allow my manager to do the talking.

Even if I want to pipe in I’m worried I’ll say the wrong thing (although I know I won’t).

Have any of you experienced something similar regarding your confidence as HR leaders, and how did you go about resolving it?"

We shared our advice & stories in last Friday's episode.

What would you say to this HR Director?

05/07/2023

In Season 2 we gave our advice on a micro-managing CEO.

You can listen again with the link below!

Kate, Lisa, and Victoria delve into the intricate topic of micro-managing, drawing upon their own experiences and expertise to offer valuable insights and advice. A HR leader has written in with a query, seeking guidance on dealing with a micro-managing CEO. They share personal stories and reflectio...

04/07/2023

What advice would you have given?

The letter dives into the challenges HR professionals face when addressing sexual harassment, providing practical strategies to prevent, detect, and respond to incidents effectively.

What are your thoughts on the letter and the advice we gave?

Please share your insights, personal experiences, and suggestions in the comments below. Let's engage in a meaningful discussion and learn from one another!

03/07/2023

What did you think about last Friday's episode?

We'd love to hear what your favourite part was and what advice you would've given to this HR Leader!

Comment below!

11/05/2023

It's interesting to see what challenge is popular in the HR space! Recently we've had a surge in downloads for The One With the Friday Night Dinner.

In this episode, hosts Kate, Lisa & Victoria share their personal experiences and insights on the pros and cons of working in family-run businesses.

Give it a listen with the link: https://www.spreaker.com/user/16459976/hrdc-season-2-episode-4

10/05/2023

Hi everyone! Thought I'd share this interesting stat:
63% of businesses found it easier to attract and keep quality staff with a four-day working week

We actually explored the benefits of a shorter workweek in The One Where We Ponder A 4 Day Week.

In this episode, we were joined by HR Perry Timms!

You can listen to the episode here: https://www.spreaker.com/user/16459976/hrdc-season-2-episode-5

Check out the stat here: https://www.4dayweek.com/

Join us as we change the future of work! The 4 Day Week is a reduced-hour working model, which seeks to prioritise working smarter to produce better productivity in less time.

09/05/2023

⭐ Hi everyone!

Exciting News! Our host Kate is speaking at the CIPD event in May.

Here's more from the team at People Efficient:

We are thrilled to announce that Kate will be a keynote speaker at the upcoming West Yorkshire CIPD event on May 18th 🎤

Kate is a renowned thought leader in the HR industry and she will be sharing her insights on how Agile will change HR.

Kate is passionate about helping other HR professionals to embrace an Agile change 😊

👉 At the event, you will have the opportunity to learn from Kate's experience and gain valuable insights into how an Agile approach can transform HR practices. You will also have the chance to network with other HR professionals and gain valuable contacts within the industry!

Register now to secure your spot at the West Yorkshire CIPD event on May 18th and hear from Kate:

Welcome to the CIPD West Yorkshire Showcase Event 2023

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