| Topic Name: |
Respect for the HR department |
| Message Name: |
Respect for HR |
| Date Posted: |
11/10/2000 |
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We have a similar problem in our high tech office. I think the problem partly stems from the fact that we are not "technically" contributing to the company. I am aware that this is going to be a difficult obstacle to overcome. However, I think that slowly we are earning more and more respect on a person-by-person basis.
Being visible is key. Ensure that HR's participation is observable. Whether it be simply around the office, or when making announcements or decisions, employees must know that HR is there and is involved.
It is unfortunate that HR seems to have to PROVE it's worth to an organization, but we must accept this and learn to find ways to do just that--show them what we're worth! Because we all know that they would be in trouble without us! |
| Message: |
I have been in a similar situation throughout my career. The answer is simple and straight forward. You must insert yourselves into the business. The more you understand about the current projects from the perspective of your co-workers the more respect you will gain. If you do not receive Information Week or Internet Week or something related to your company's service or offering right now than you are doing yourselves a disservice. I can not code nor would I ever want to, but I would feel very comfortable sitting down with your co-workers and discussing whatever it is they do. HR people as a rule are not respected by their peers. We are seen as paper pushers in good times and the evil Catbert when negative stuff happens in an organization. In one of my old companies I used to sit in on project team meetings in addition to just spending time with people outside HR to understand their roles. Finally, I agree with some of the other posters, visibility is key.
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