I joined as an HR executive 3 months ago. I am responsible for recruitment, but I am struggling to find the right candidates. Some candidates are either leaving the job voluntarily, or we have to let them go due to poor performance.
As a human, I have feelings, and it's difficult for me to ask a candidate to leave their job. My boss has labeled me as a failure in HR, and now I am starting to believe it myself. I am considering leaving the HR field, even though I have a genuine desire to work in HR.
I am currently in a very bad state of mind. Can anyone offer me some help?
Thank you.
From India, Mumbai
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12As a human, I have feelings, and it's difficult for me to ask a candidate to leave their job. My boss has labeled me as a failure in HR, and now I am starting to believe it myself. I am considering leaving the HR field, even though I have a genuine desire to work in HR.
I am currently in a very bad state of mind. Can anyone offer me some help?
Thank you.
From India, Mumbai
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Don't feel bad. I agree with ABC that the HR profile is a fascinating and challenging field. Just because your boss said that you are a failure, that doesn't mean you are a failure. Always remember HR professionals should possess diplomatic skills (this is very important); you should be able to handle situations. I understand that you are only three months into this role, but the corporate world may not be as lenient.
Don't Ever Give Up
Always maintain a challenging spirit.
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Deepak
From India, Delhi
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Don't Ever Give Up
Always maintain a challenging spirit.
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Deepak
From India, Delhi
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I also agree with Deepak, and this is a wrong statement given by ABC that recruitment is not a job of HR. According to my knowledge, this is a challenging task, much like walking in a garden full of big and dangerous dinosaurs. But you can achieve your goals as well as save yourself by using your skills and capabilities.
One more thing is, don't demotivate yourself.
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Dev
From India, Ludhiana
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One more thing is, don't demotivate yourself.
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Dev
From India, Ludhiana
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I am trying not to demotivate myself and to understand the psychology of candidates when they appear for interviews, which will come with experience. Unfortunately, schools and colleges do not teach about this aspect, but it will come with time. Such knowledge is not gained in just 3 months of corporate experience. At least this much everyone can understand. I will learn and gain more experience.
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Ankur
Take care.
From India, Mumbai
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Ankur
Take care.
From India, Mumbai
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I am sorry to hear about your story. You surely can feel bad about it. If it happens to anyone, they will feel demotivated and low. Would you like to take responsibility for your situation and see how you can turn it around?
Recommendations for Turning the Situation Around
Here's what I would recommend:
- Talk to your boss and ask him how he can guide you to be a success.
- Ask a mentor or senior person in your organization about your situation.
- Get a coaching session on your work from someone who is good at their work.
- See how you can improve your work.
Alternatively:
- Circulate your resume and look out for a new job.
- Talk to the people you know and see if there is a job you can hold on to.
I would suggest you read 'Unlimited Power' by Anthony Robbins and watch any Sandeep Maheshwari video available on YouTube to motivate yourself. Call me if you need more guidance. If this is a tough time, you be tougher than that. I wish you all the success and happiness.
Regards.
From India, Delhi
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Recommendations for Turning the Situation Around
Here's what I would recommend:
- Talk to your boss and ask him how he can guide you to be a success.
- Ask a mentor or senior person in your organization about your situation.
- Get a coaching session on your work from someone who is good at their work.
- See how you can improve your work.
Alternatively:
- Circulate your resume and look out for a new job.
- Talk to the people you know and see if there is a job you can hold on to.
I would suggest you read 'Unlimited Power' by Anthony Robbins and watch any Sandeep Maheshwari video available on YouTube to motivate yourself. Call me if you need more guidance. If this is a tough time, you be tougher than that. I wish you all the success and happiness.
Regards.
From India, Delhi
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Hi Ankur, you say you are a fresher... does your boss know this? If so, then understand that it is your boss who is the real failure. Why did he hire you (as a fresher) and then throw you in the deep end, particularly when you are the only one in HR? So what do you do next?
Whilst I do not know how far down the line you have gone and it may be prudent to leave the company... but not the industry:
Steps to Consider Before Making a Decision
I would suggest you give it one more go (at least then you will know you gave it your best shot). To do this, I would advise:
- Have a meeting with the boss.
- Tell him how you feel.
- Tell him that you appreciate the risk he took by hiring you.
- Tell him that you do not wish to let him down.
- Tell him that you need some guidance and that you trust him to provide that.
- Tell him how you are going to improve (by trawling this site, reading the questions and answers, and using the research facility is a good start).
In other words, get him on your side so that he will help you and not hinder you.
But before you do anything else, get into a positive frame of mind; go to the gym or for a good, fast run, and get all your frustrations out of your system.
Remember Your Potential
Always remember YOU ARE NOT A FAILURE! Just inexperienced, and that you are going to get better and better at your job.
Take up my challenge, Ankur, prove your boss wrong.
I have said before and I will say it again - Sometimes you have to EDUCATE the boss.
Hope the above helps.
Warm Regards,
Harsh
From United Kingdom, Barrow
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Whilst I do not know how far down the line you have gone and it may be prudent to leave the company... but not the industry:
Steps to Consider Before Making a Decision
I would suggest you give it one more go (at least then you will know you gave it your best shot). To do this, I would advise:
- Have a meeting with the boss.
- Tell him how you feel.
- Tell him that you appreciate the risk he took by hiring you.
- Tell him that you do not wish to let him down.
- Tell him that you need some guidance and that you trust him to provide that.
- Tell him how you are going to improve (by trawling this site, reading the questions and answers, and using the research facility is a good start).
In other words, get him on your side so that he will help you and not hinder you.
But before you do anything else, get into a positive frame of mind; go to the gym or for a good, fast run, and get all your frustrations out of your system.
Remember Your Potential
Always remember YOU ARE NOT A FAILURE! Just inexperienced, and that you are going to get better and better at your job.
Take up my challenge, Ankur, prove your boss wrong.
I have said before and I will say it again - Sometimes you have to EDUCATE the boss.
Hope the above helps.
Warm Regards,
Harsh
From United Kingdom, Barrow
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Please, please do not underestimate yourself. You are lucky your boss has told you that you are unfit as an HR once. I have been told this since 1960 when I joined my first job. This is part of the job and a daily routine of a boss. I have 53 years of experience. It may happen due to any reason, but it should not be due to a lack of knowledge or dedication to work or not delivering results.
Important Lesson from a Military Sergeant Major
"Galidhall roti barabar!!!!"
First, stay calm. Don't forget you are a fresher. Even so-called top corporate executives struggle when it comes to dealing with people and assessing them in interviews. I have conducted over 1000 interviews in my career as an interviewer.
If you are not getting good material, seek others' help. Search for more; keep on searching. Contact us, and we will help you find very good staff.
Your pay scales and perks may need a review. Firstly, improve your attitude. Secondly, learn to deliver results. Thirdly,
"A quitter never wins, and a winner never quits."
Don't sit in the office and do nothing as you are saying. Not very far, they will thank you and get someone else. Always work towards the organization's goal and achieve it.
Blessings,
Dr. Ram
From India, Indore
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Important Lesson from a Military Sergeant Major
"Galidhall roti barabar!!!!"
First, stay calm. Don't forget you are a fresher. Even so-called top corporate executives struggle when it comes to dealing with people and assessing them in interviews. I have conducted over 1000 interviews in my career as an interviewer.
If you are not getting good material, seek others' help. Search for more; keep on searching. Contact us, and we will help you find very good staff.
Your pay scales and perks may need a review. Firstly, improve your attitude. Secondly, learn to deliver results. Thirdly,
"A quitter never wins, and a winner never quits."
Don't sit in the office and do nothing as you are saying. Not very far, they will thank you and get someone else. Always work towards the organization's goal and achieve it.
Blessings,
Dr. Ram
From India, Indore
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You are just three months in this field. Never ever lose your confidence. Put in your 100% and focus more on your work. We all support you, and I personally assure you that you will one day shine.
Best wishes. Any help, you can approach me.
Regards,
Bijay
From India, Vadodara
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Best wishes. Any help, you can approach me.
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Bijay
From India, Vadodara
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I am really overwhelmed by your support and the suggestions you have given me. I feel like you all are part of my team, and I consider myself very fortunate to be a part of it. I am determined to prove myself as the best in the HR field and to make all the HR professionals who have helped me proud with the valuable suggestions they have provided.
Thank you so much.
Warm Regards,
Ankur
Take care.
From India, Mumbai
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Thank you so much.
Warm Regards,
Ankur
Take care.
From India, Mumbai
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Please take a bird's eye view and research the rejection rate of candidates within your sector. You will find endless reports on attrition. What they will help you gain is insight into how deep the problem runs. No one is facing this challenge in isolation, no matter how long one works in this role. When all of us are in the same boat, if your days aren't sunny, neither are the rest of ours.
Solutions and Strategies
Look for the solutions adopted by numerous firms. Viewing what others are doing might arm you with strategies to try out. Stay focused on increasing your professional acumen. Comments from your boss are expected, as he too is under pressure. However, it takes a very mature leader not to pass the heat onto his team.
The good thing is you wouldn't need to change him. All you need to do is identify your own growth and learning. Wish you all the best!
From India, Mumbai
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Solutions and Strategies
Look for the solutions adopted by numerous firms. Viewing what others are doing might arm you with strategies to try out. Stay focused on increasing your professional acumen. Comments from your boss are expected, as he too is under pressure. However, it takes a very mature leader not to pass the heat onto his team.
The good thing is you wouldn't need to change him. All you need to do is identify your own growth and learning. Wish you all the best!
From India, Mumbai
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Don't worry and feel frustrated. Do the following:
A. Evaluate Market Compensation
Check if your company pays as per market rates. If not, ask your senior to revise the expected compensation if they need good candidates.
B. Engage Recruitment Agencies
Get in touch with recruitment agencies. They will do it for you.
C. Enhance Recruitment Skills
Read up on methods of recruitment and take help from seniors in your area.
D. Join HR Associations
Join local/national HR Associations like NIPM, etc.
E. Leverage Online Resources
Use the internet to increase your knowledge and network.
Do these, and everything will be okay.
From India, Chandigarh
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A. Evaluate Market Compensation
Check if your company pays as per market rates. If not, ask your senior to revise the expected compensation if they need good candidates.
B. Engage Recruitment Agencies
Get in touch with recruitment agencies. They will do it for you.
C. Enhance Recruitment Skills
Read up on methods of recruitment and take help from seniors in your area.
D. Join HR Associations
Join local/national HR Associations like NIPM, etc.
E. Leverage Online Resources
Use the internet to increase your knowledge and network.
Do these, and everything will be okay.
From India, Chandigarh
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Life is full of challenges. If you are not able to face your boss and also accept it as a challenge, where will you go... from company to company? From boss to boss? From job to job? From role to role? You can't have a cushy job everywhere. Your challenge lies in accepting the challenge and planning your course of action to get over the challenge successfully. I second a lot of opinions voiced above by my professional friends. Don't run away from reality. Learn from your mistakes, change your strategy; life is full of experiments. Sit with your boss and tell him that you are quite new to the role and wish to learn from him, who must be much more experienced. Ask him to guide you... What is wrong with that? Learning is the way of life from cradle to grave... Earning is part of learning, and learning is a must for earning!
Best wishes
From India, Bengaluru
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Best wishes
From India, Bengaluru
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Don't underestimate yourself. All bosses are like that; that's why we call them Boss. All you need to do is evaluate yourself to identify where you are making mistakes and in which areas you are weak.
Job Responsibilities
What are the basic job responsibilities you have? Are you fulfilling all the duties and responsibilities?
I found some good HR documents and have attached them for you. Take a look; you may understand what our attitude should be!
Don't be disheartened, my dear. Life is like that; we all have ups and downs. No one lives on a bed of roses. Just do your job, try to give your best, and leave everything to God. He is there to help us all.
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From Saudi Arabia, Jeddah
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Job Responsibilities
What are the basic job responsibilities you have? Are you fulfilling all the duties and responsibilities?
I found some good HR documents and have attached them for you. Take a look; you may understand what our attitude should be!
Don't be disheartened, my dear. Life is like that; we all have ups and downs. No one lives on a bed of roses. Just do your job, try to give your best, and leave everything to God. He is there to help us all.
Regards
From Saudi Arabia, Jeddah
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I am a technical consultant to a few medium-sized organizations. The story is the same everywhere: you don't get good candidates, and some employees do not stick around.
My Analysis
1. Not getting the right candidates: Good news travels fast; bad news travels faster. The organization may have a bad reputation (low salary, ill treatment by bosses, poor working environment). Being a "small world," candidates are informed about the organization by their friends, ex-employees, or contacts within the organization; hence the problem.
2. Employees leave the organization: In today's context, salary is not the only criterion for a new entrant or experienced personnel. Motivation, career growth, working atmosphere, and, above all, job satisfaction are some of the factors to retain an employee.
The hard reality is that in most medium-sized organizations, there is an acute shortage of skilled/talented employees.
You should take up the challenge, analyze the situation, and come up with your findings. Present them to the higher-ups. There is always someone in higher management who visualizes facts. "Failing forward is the first step towards success." Good luck.
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Sambasi
From India, Madras
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My Analysis
1. Not getting the right candidates: Good news travels fast; bad news travels faster. The organization may have a bad reputation (low salary, ill treatment by bosses, poor working environment). Being a "small world," candidates are informed about the organization by their friends, ex-employees, or contacts within the organization; hence the problem.
2. Employees leave the organization: In today's context, salary is not the only criterion for a new entrant or experienced personnel. Motivation, career growth, working atmosphere, and, above all, job satisfaction are some of the factors to retain an employee.
The hard reality is that in most medium-sized organizations, there is an acute shortage of skilled/talented employees.
You should take up the challenge, analyze the situation, and come up with your findings. Present them to the higher-ups. There is always someone in higher management who visualizes facts. "Failing forward is the first step towards success." Good luck.
Regards,
Sambasi
From India, Madras
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You have received a lot of positive responses from this group. That is a very good sign that the current generation is positive and willing to assist a newcomer in the field. I do not need to add any more to what has been said, which I think is very good.
Understanding HRM
HRM is a vast field covering numerous activities. Recruitment is just one small facet; unfortunately, many small organizations think that recruitment is all that HR needs to do.
Do you have an academic background in HR?
Just remember one thing - when you get up in the morning and do not feel like going to the office, then you need a change. This feeling should not be defeatist but because you are not fully engaged in your work and with the organization.
What has been suggested in the other comments may not work out with your boss; it seems that he is a monster who has no links with the actual world.
The Recruitment Process
The next thing you need to know is the recruitment process properly with respect to shortlisting, tests, and interviews. If the people concerned select the wrong candidate, then you are not to blame. If the new employees are not happy with the work or environment or compensation, then it is time you looked elsewhere.
Hope you have a better time at your work.
Best regards,
Ronald
From India, Hyderabad
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Understanding HRM
HRM is a vast field covering numerous activities. Recruitment is just one small facet; unfortunately, many small organizations think that recruitment is all that HR needs to do.
Do you have an academic background in HR?
Just remember one thing - when you get up in the morning and do not feel like going to the office, then you need a change. This feeling should not be defeatist but because you are not fully engaged in your work and with the organization.
What has been suggested in the other comments may not work out with your boss; it seems that he is a monster who has no links with the actual world.
The Recruitment Process
The next thing you need to know is the recruitment process properly with respect to shortlisting, tests, and interviews. If the people concerned select the wrong candidate, then you are not to blame. If the new employees are not happy with the work or environment or compensation, then it is time you looked elsewhere.
Hope you have a better time at your work.
Best regards,
Ronald
From India, Hyderabad
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Candidates want to work for reputable brands. Is your company considered a brand? If not, try to attract candidates by highlighting the company's strengths. The salary offered also plays a significant role.
Innovative Recruitment Strategies
To stand out, aim to be innovative. When engaging with candidates during the recruitment process, consider asking for references.
Regards,
Nikhil Sharma
Jaipur
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Innovative Recruitment Strategies
To stand out, aim to be innovative. When engaging with candidates during the recruitment process, consider asking for references.
Regards,
Nikhil Sharma
Jaipur
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I empathize with you. Try to put yourself in his shoes. I know it's easy to say and difficult to act upon. I will advise you to accept your boss's comment as a challenge and do your best to prove yourself. Find different ways to search for the right candidates instead of wasting your time thinking and falling into such depression. Because every problem has a solution, you just need to think in a different way. I would like to suggest some tips that can result in a better outcome:
1. Identify the vacancies.
2. Analyze the job descriptions and determine the qualities of candidates that may prevent elimination in later rounds of interviews.
3. Utilize professional websites like LinkedIn to search for candidates.
4. Use your personal IDs to post the job vacancies of required profiles.
5. Ignore the negativity around you and concentrate on your work.
6. Whenever you feel upset, read inspirational articles to divert your mind because the more you speak negatively, the deeper it may affect you.
So, think positively and be positive.
Hope this may help you.
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Shruti
From India, Mumbai
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1. Identify the vacancies.
2. Analyze the job descriptions and determine the qualities of candidates that may prevent elimination in later rounds of interviews.
3. Utilize professional websites like LinkedIn to search for candidates.
4. Use your personal IDs to post the job vacancies of required profiles.
5. Ignore the negativity around you and concentrate on your work.
6. Whenever you feel upset, read inspirational articles to divert your mind because the more you speak negatively, the deeper it may affect you.
So, think positively and be positive.
Hope this may help you.
Regards,
Shruti
From India, Mumbai
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After all is said on the board and with due respect to every contributor, I have to say this:
1) Identify the Focal Point of Your Problem/Situation
Granted, this is your first job. Also, granted that you are working with an IT firm, just tell me what was discussed during your interview! Has any job profile been issued? Have your performance indicators been issued to you?
2) Address Communication Issues
It could be a problem involving ineffective/wrong communication. Expectations from you have either not been made clear, or you are expected to write your own charter. If it is a new/startup company, perhaps the bosses themselves are unclear about expectations from HR. I suggest you make your job profile and get it approved by your seniors. This would help you in performance, communication, action orientation, and also the performance appraisals! If you need help on this "job profile," kindly search this site. Some time ago, I had posted a representative "job profile" for HR. If you are unable to get it, send me a private message on the board and I will send the same to you!
3) Overcoming Frustration
Frustration in your situation is understandable but not acceptable if you are committed to moving forward. It is generally the lack of clarity in relationships, mutual expectations, hazy conceptual framework on the part of either or both about the function, absence of a dialogue in the real sense. I say this because I have experienced many times that people talk much but are unable to communicate. Get the difference?
Think about the contents of this mail, and if you need to communicate further, you are welcome, but in life, you will do well to focus on the solutions rather than on the problems!
Regards,
Samvedan
May 13, 2013
From India, Pune
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1) Identify the Focal Point of Your Problem/Situation
Granted, this is your first job. Also, granted that you are working with an IT firm, just tell me what was discussed during your interview! Has any job profile been issued? Have your performance indicators been issued to you?
2) Address Communication Issues
It could be a problem involving ineffective/wrong communication. Expectations from you have either not been made clear, or you are expected to write your own charter. If it is a new/startup company, perhaps the bosses themselves are unclear about expectations from HR. I suggest you make your job profile and get it approved by your seniors. This would help you in performance, communication, action orientation, and also the performance appraisals! If you need help on this "job profile," kindly search this site. Some time ago, I had posted a representative "job profile" for HR. If you are unable to get it, send me a private message on the board and I will send the same to you!
3) Overcoming Frustration
Frustration in your situation is understandable but not acceptable if you are committed to moving forward. It is generally the lack of clarity in relationships, mutual expectations, hazy conceptual framework on the part of either or both about the function, absence of a dialogue in the real sense. I say this because I have experienced many times that people talk much but are unable to communicate. Get the difference?
Think about the contents of this mail, and if you need to communicate further, you are welcome, but in life, you will do well to focus on the solutions rather than on the problems!
Regards,
Samvedan
May 13, 2013
From India, Pune
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Do not let your head down. This is the real corporate world; you will experience both failures and successes in this field. Don't worry. By entering this tough phase, you will become tougher to tackle every problem and challenge.
Thank you.
From India, Greater+Noida
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Thank you.
From India, Greater+Noida
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Dear Ankur,
If recruitments are not taking place in your organization and staff members are leaving, then there are certainly many issues (not just one) that need to be looked into by the management. Certainly, ANKUR alone can't be held responsible. What is the BRAND of your company? I am sure your BRAND, for whatever reason, has become (or was it ALWAYS VERY WEAK). The culture, work practices, and everything else combine to create that BRAND, which causes the failure or success you are talking about.
Holding you ALONE responsible is not a very professional approach. Yes, nobody (least of all a weak BOSS) would like to hold themselves responsible, so finding a scapegoat is the easiest solution. Try to have a detailed chat with the management after doing your homework and a Root-Cause Analysis. I am sure you will come out as a winner.
God bless and Godspeed!
Regards,
Sandeep Sharma
From India, Mumbai
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If recruitments are not taking place in your organization and staff members are leaving, then there are certainly many issues (not just one) that need to be looked into by the management. Certainly, ANKUR alone can't be held responsible. What is the BRAND of your company? I am sure your BRAND, for whatever reason, has become (or was it ALWAYS VERY WEAK). The culture, work practices, and everything else combine to create that BRAND, which causes the failure or success you are talking about.
Holding you ALONE responsible is not a very professional approach. Yes, nobody (least of all a weak BOSS) would like to hold themselves responsible, so finding a scapegoat is the easiest solution. Try to have a detailed chat with the management after doing your homework and a Root-Cause Analysis. I am sure you will come out as a winner.
God bless and Godspeed!
Regards,
Sandeep Sharma
From India, Mumbai
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Don't ever underestimate yourself. Be brave and accept the challenges. Don't get frustrated. If you are still facing problems, consider changing your job. HR is a very challenging field, and you have to be tough. I also experienced such conditions in my earlier job.
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Arun
From India, Mumbai
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Arun
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