HR Warriors Are Also Humans

HR Department and HR Professionals like any other professionals have undergone unprecedented challenges and continue to suffer the after effects of pandemic. HR has the responsibility to again Hire, Train and Retain employees with high morale and productivity so that organizational goals are met.

During the pandemic many organizations had to take some unpleasant, unpopular and ruthless measures to ensure survival of organization. HR being the face of such initiatives faced lot of brunt and lost some sheen.

Now that the businesses are coming back to normalcy it has become very difficult to establish that connect and camaraderie due to unpleasant experiences in the times of need. People have become skeptic and reluctant. Asking people to join offices full time has become hell of a task.

People are willing to work at lesser amount but unwilling to work in office. Lot of people have moved on to pursue different streams of income rather than doing a job. This has put lot of pressure on HR to reestablish that trust and enthusiasm towards organizational goals. As a result HR Resignations is the next big challenge industry experts are worried about.

As per a recent survey published in Economic Times (1/8/22); 53% of HR people are feeling burnt out and 14% don’t feel supported at all. 

HR position today is similar to a housewife. She is most important yet neglected and abused at times. A housewife takes pleasure in helping every family member to achieve their goals and feels satisfaction in their happiness and success. A housewife is especially present in downtime and provides unconditional support. Yet, seldom they are thanked or appreciated. She still continues her work with smile and sincerity.

Similarly, KRA of HR is to help all departments and individuals to achieve their respective goals. A HR person is generally behind the camera and is busy making others look presentable. They pose a calm, confident and helpful demeanor but it does not mean that they don’t need support. If current industry trend is any indication HR Resignations can be a lethal blow to companies. 

Let us together provide acknowledgement, appreciation and assistance to our HR Warriors in these challenging times. Send them “Thank You” notes, go to their desks (not with problems and complaints all the time) with a question, “How are you doing today? How can I help you today? Do let me know if I can be of any assistance.” I can assure you that our little appreciation and acknowledgment will give lot of energy and encouragement to our HR Warriors to handle current challenging times. Support the Wall Which Has Been Protecting You. Thank You!

Suresh Mohan Semwal