06
Jan

Transforming HR – My 2013 Wishlist – #4: From Digital Inexperience to Digital IQ

This is part four of my 2013 wishlist for transforming HR. For the intro, check out Wish #1. There is no arguing with the fact that technology has revolutionized the way that people communicate with friends, family and customers. I think most Human Resources practitioners are on board with that fact, and with the knowledge that we need to learn more. …
02
Jan

Transforming HR – My 2013 Wishlist – #2: From Secret Keeper to Trust and Transparency

This is part two of my 2013 wishlist for transforming HR. For the intro, check out Wish #1. My second wish for transforming HR in 2013 is: From secret keeper to trust and transparency HR is often seen as the protector of information, secrets, and assets. From keeping information about restructuring secret, to conducting confidential investigations …
31
Dec

Transforming HR – My 2013 Wishlist – #1: Policy Police to Culture Creator

In 2005, Fast Company magazine’s article “Why We Hate HR“, described HR: The human-resources trade long ago proved itself, at best, a necessary evil — and at worst, a dark bureaucratic force that blindly enforces nonsensical rules, resists creativity, and impedes constructive change. Since that article was written, we have seen …
06
Jan

Reflecting on a transformational 2011

I find the start to a new year invigorating and exciting. I feel like I’ve got a fresh new notebook and a really great, fine tipped pen, and I’m ready to write my future. Before I start composing 2012’s story, this year, I really want to take the time to reflect on the story of 2011. In the wise words of Ferris Bueller: “Life …