Do not Undervalue HR!

Every manager who manages a team of people must possess key competencies of people management. Developing these skills whether your role is technical or not is a requirement. Up-skilling must be demanded in this new work environment for organizations to maintain that competitive advantage. If we are not of that mindset we will continue to experience the impact of "the great resignation" where the workforce have redefined their priorities following the two and a half years of coexisting with COVID.

Yes, people need the work but it is not at any costs. Organizations need to recognize that the workforce comprises whole persons. No longer is it acceptable to view employees from one aspect only, that they exchange time and talent for monetary reward. Smart employers are beginning to recognize that nurturing the whole person is beneficial to them. The physical and mental well being of the individual is important, being proactive in that regard can actually save some resources and positively impact the bottom line. Let us pay close attention to the level of absenteeism, medical and un-certified leave occasioned by ill health, what does that costs the employer?

This is the time to rethink our work place habits and policies. It calls for a paradigm shift. Let us give teeth to the saying "Our Human Resource is our most valuable asset."

Organizations must embrace the notion that they are in the "people business" to remain competitive.

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