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I have a job interview coming up and am a little nervous about it. I'm not good at being interviewed. I know what I'm capable of, but it comes to being interviewed, i'm not very good. This is an HR po
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HR Interview
posted at 12/28/2006 8:26 AM EST
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First: 9/8/2006 Last: 1/3/2007 |
I think some of the argument regarding employee advocate as an HR function may be a misunderstanding of what each person means by the term.
No one in HR works for the employees. HR works for management - ALWAYS. An HR function may be to ensure lawful treatment of employees. It may include training and advising in ethical and best practices for the treatment of employees. But it does not include working FOR the employee; if it did it would be a labor union role. |
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HR Interview
posted at 12/28/2006 11:09 AM EST
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First: 12/4/2006 Last: 3/12/2007 |
Nutmeg did a pretty good job.
I also view the HR function as that role which provides the organization with the means to maximize productivity through its people. That means hiring, developing, and retaining the best we can. It also means helping get rid of the ones who add little to no value. Christna that isn't sad, that is the reality of the workforce. If you don't see that now you will one day. |
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HR Interview
posted at 1/2/2007 5:01 AM EST
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First: 3/24/2005 Last: 1/2/2007 |
I agree that HR is a function of management, working for the company.
What is truly sad is that the HR professional that taught my 'general' HR class in college (5 years ago) told us that HR is supposed to be an advocate for the employee... not the company. And this woman teaches graduate HR classes too... |
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HR Interview
posted at 1/2/2007 11:30 AM EST
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First: 12/4/2006 Last: 3/12/2007 |
Meaning no disrespect to educators but that may well be why they teach. It is not uncommon for educational materials and their advocates to be behind the times or out of touch. This in my experience is quite true when looking at opinion instead of substance. |
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HR Interview
posted at 1/4/2007 7:24 PM EST
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First: 12/6/2006 Last: 3/16/2011 |
Hi
There are many flavors to HR. Some organizations use HR as an advocate others do not. Before your interview you need to find out as much as you can about the organisation. What does it say for example on their website? If you have got the interview via an agency ask the agency rep about the clients HR practices. Or if all else fails as part of the interview before I answered any situational questions I would ask: "as an HR professional I know that many organizations have different ways of working, to help me answer your questions, help me to understand your departments values... " Also don't forget to "dress intelligently" to give youself a competitive advantage. Mike Morrison www.rapidbi.com - OD tools for business |
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HR Interview
posted at 1/5/2007 10:59 AM EST
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First: 12/4/2006 Last: 3/12/2007 |
Mike, when any one answers an interview question I ask with the words "as an HR professional I know that many organizations have different ways of working, to help me answer your questions, help me to understand your departments values... " they have just shortened the interview. I don't want an answer from you that appeals to my way of thinking. I want an answer that shows me you have courage of conviction, can address each situation independently and can stand on your own two feet. Your answer suggests you give in to the status quo. I find that dangerous.
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HR Interview
posted at 1/6/2007 7:25 AM EST
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First: 2/12/2002 Last: 11/2/2009 |
Dangerous indeed if not disengenuous. The interviewee is there to find out if there's a fit for her/him as much as she/he is there for the employer to determine fit. If the fit's not there on both ends, the tenure is likely to be shortlived and serves no one.
Tailoring your answers to what the perception is of what's the right answer works to get a job, but not to keep it. |
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HR Interview
posted at 1/10/2007 5:47 AM EST
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P. Lee
Interviewing and selection can be a long process. Was this the first interview? Normally it will take more than one. Suggest you follow up with a phone call. If you do not hear something soon however you may have to assume the worst and move on. |
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HR Interview
posted at 1/14/2007 4:35 PM EST
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First: 1/14/2007 Last: 1/14/2007 |
P.Lee
I agree with Howard7. In addition, before the end of the interview, ask the interviewer when can you expect a reply from them regarding your application. It may take 2 weeks or more. Follow up with a phone call if you did not hear from them. Good Luck! |
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