I was having a conversation with a colleague of mine at work about the Human Resources (HR) department and how it’s often portrayed in popular culture.
We were discussing how HR has often been portrayed as the “lowest life form” in the corporate world. We both agreed that this portrayal was unfair and that HR departments actually play a vital role in any organization.
It’s easy to understand why some people might think this way.
After all, HR departments are often seen as a bureaucratic obstacle to getting things done. They are seen as the people who enforce rules and regulations that can sometimes seem arbitrary or even oppressive. And they can be seen as the people who are responsible for difficult decisions such as layoffs or terminations.
But, that is only one side of the story. If you look a little closer, you will see that HR departments are actually the ones who help ensure that organizations are running smoothly and that employees are being treated fairly.
They are the ones who help ensure that the organization has a safe and healthy work environment. They are the ones who help ensure that employees are getting the necessary training and development opportunities to grow in their careers. They are the ones who ensure that the organization is in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. And, they are the ones who handle employee relations issues and grievances.
To me, HR departments are more than just a bureaucratic obstacle or the “lowest life form” in the corporate world. They are a vital part of any organization and they deserve respect and support.
That being said, I understand why some people may have a negative impression of HR departments. I think that it’s important to recognize that HR departments can make mistakes and that they are not perfect. It’s also important to remember that employees should always be treated with respect and that HR departments should not be used as a tool to bully or intimidate employees.
I believe that HR departments are an essential part of any organization and that they should be respected and supported. They play an important role in ensuring that organizations are running smoothly and that employees are being treated fairly and with respect.
On the other hand
I work for more than 10 companies and none of the HR were competent workers, maybe 1 in 100 employees are genuine and like to help people.
Most of them are…
I figured that there will always be a spectrum of people working in a company, a spectrum from capable to mediocre working skills.
and often times HR people always fall on the bad end of the spectrum.