From the course: Navigating Employee Relations as an HR Professional

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Common misconceptions

Common misconceptions

Be honest, have you ever shared a rumor? Have you ever repeated something that wasn't true? For now, just look directly at the screen and I'll never know. In a workplace or anyplace humans interact, there's bound to be some conjecture. The same is true of employee relations. So let's address some rumors head-on. As a human resource professional, it's your responsibility to dispel common misconceptions about the role you play in employee relations. There are three misconceptions related to employee relations that must be addressed. Misconception Number 1, human resource professionals are single-handedly taking out employee relations. Mmh, not really. Proactive employee relations are strategies derived from a team effort, years of experience, past practice, business, necessity, company culture, and a host of other factors. Misconception Number 2, the HR department makes all decisions related to employee engagement. While human resource professionals add value, consult with stakeholders…

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