What Makes a Great HR Executive? Tips for Excelling in Your Role

How to be a good HR Executive. Tell me some tips for good HR.

To be an effective HR Executive, there are several key tips to keep in mind. Firstly, communication is crucial in this role. Building strong relationships with employees and management requires clear and concise communication skills. Additionally, staying up-to-date with employment laws and regulations is essential to ensure compliance within the organization.

Furthermore, having a good understanding of the company's culture and values will help in aligning HR practices with the overall mission. It's also important to be empathetic and approachable, as HR Executives often deal with sensitive employee matters.

In summary, being a good HR Executive involves effective communication, knowledge of employment laws, alignment with company culture, and possessing empathy and approachability.

First, improve your communication skills and complete a full-time MBA course. Then, you will automatically come to know about this so-called HR and its duties. Take this as advice.

Regards,
RAVI

Dear Prakash,

An HR Executive should have the following qualities:
a. Keen to learn.
b. Good listener rather than a speaker.
c. Self-starter.
d. Swift communicator.

Regards,

Apart from the above tips, I believe a good search string helps to reach the ideal candidate. If wrong, let me know.

Kunal

Hi :-P, to become a good HR, a few things should be kept in mind:

1) Avoid loose talking.
2) Listen more and speak less.
3) Ensure proper documentation.
4) People management should be up to par.
5) Maintain a professional attitude with good interaction with everyone.
6) Try to retain important and useful information while communicating.
7) Never answer all questions from all employees; always say, "I will get back to you if not urgent," and then take some time to think before responding and taking further steps.

Regards,
Pragati

Hi All,

Getting an MBA degree in HR is not enough. We find thousands of students passing MBA (HR) every year, but see how many of them have that leadership quality. You can ask any MBA student graduating from a reputed institute in India a simple question, such as "What is the difference between Gross salary and Earned gross salary?" I'm sure that most of them won't be able to answer that.

So, for a beginner, an MBA is a must, but at the same time, having that extra energy to lead a mass is also very important.

Hi Shriprakash,

Here are some tips:

i) Be true to yourself.
ii) Improve your communication skills and know when to talk and when to listen.
iii) Be good at interpersonal skills.
iv) Convey what you mean - physically and theoretically.
v) Be a constant learner.
vi) Encourage knowledge sharing.
vii) Be open and transparent.
viii) Be cheerful.
ix) Make and keep professional contacts.
x) Be a professional.
xi) Keep yourself updated.
xii) Anticipate and act.
xiii) Sympathize and empathize.
xiv) Ensure discipline in a cheerful way.
xv) Create a learning environment.
xvi) Manage your time effectively.
xvii) Prevent grievances by anticipating and solving them, and if they arise, solve them timely.
xviii) Ensure that the youngsters are encouraged and made to feel at home in your organization.
xix) Have your own sources of information.
xx) Ensure relevant company policies are known to the concerned.
xxi) Mentor your subordinates, learn from your colleagues and elders, and be ready to be mentored by superiors.
xxii) Ensure statutory compliance of the acts and rules by your organization.
xxiii) Be a good motivator.
xxiv) Be good at conducting and organizing meetings.

Regards,
Premson

Also, practical knowledge will help you learn more. Concentrate on the work you do, and think about how to do it properly and clearly. Try to upgrade your skills in pursuit of knowledge about that work.

Suresh

Hello,

My name is Soumya. I am working in a typesetting industry. I completed my MBA in 2008 through distance education and now wish to transition from an operator role to the HR field. I have attended interviews, but the feedback I received was that they did not see the required passion and enthusiasm in me. They have contacted me again. I was a bit nervous during the previous interaction, and my anxiety was visible on my face. Could you please suggest how I can convince them?

Regards,
Soumya

Hi,

I have completed my MBA and worked as an HR executive for 4 months. Right now, I am not working. Please let me know if there are any job openings in any organization. I am eagerly awaiting your reply.

Deepthi :icon1:

Being a good HR Executive is more than obtaining an advanced degree (MA, MS, MBA, etc.). I strongly agree that superior communication skills are warranted. Additionally, one must have a clear understanding of the business line(s) that they support, diplomacy and people skills, an understanding of workforce needs and trends, empathy and executable decision-making.

It is imperative that executives regard themselves as leaders and surround themselves with a great team. No man (or woman) is an island. Leaders have vision and recognize when different leadership approaches are necessary.

Hi Soumya,

Don't give up. May I suggest that you consider being a virtual HR assistant or recruiter? Given the weight of your MBA in the marketplace, you may find that it is just the transition you need to grow roots in this profession. Also, you may want to consider consulting or partnering with a consulting organization as an intern. By doing so, you don't have to give up your primary form of employment, but you are opening yourself up to new and exciting opportunities.

Hi Soumya,

Today's key to success for anyone is patience.

As you have completed your MBA, start focusing on HR subjects in depth. This will give you confidence during interviews, whether within or outside the company.

Apart from making friends in your HR department, interact with them.

Since HR will be a new field for you, you may not be exposed to all facets of HR initially.

To acquire HR knowledge from external sources, start reading HR magazines such as Human Factor and Human Capital.

CiteHR also plays a significant role in the transfer of knowledge.

Wishing you all the best for your career; I hope to see you soon in the HR fraternity.

Regards,
Subhanish Malhotra
Manager HR
Arvind Ltd, Ahmedabad

Dear Sir,

I am a PGDM final trimester student. As per your and others' responses in the postings, I believe I have mentioned my qualities. Can you help me in securing a job in HR?

Hi,

I believe that to be an effective recruiter, the very first thing required is to be familiar with the business of the organization thoroughly. This enables a better understanding of the needs of the organization. Environmental awareness is also essential in creating an effective recruitment strategy. :-P

With reference to your question, following the HRD procedure:

1) First, get the sanctioned MPR form from the Authority.
2) Find out the required skill set or profile.
3) Collect the resumes/CVs from various sources and shortlist as per requirements.
4) Arrange the interviews for those shortlisted and send them for a technical interview with the HOD.
5) Issue the offer letter to the selected candidate.

I hope you understand the procedure.

Ganesh.