Who is responsible?
Extract from ‘Scaling New Heights’ by Craig Saphin:
3.1 Who is responsible? – People and Culture
Executive Summary:
The “human resource” function should be an integral participant in the company strategy.
Elevating the lead people and culture function to a strategic company position such as CHRO speaks clearly on the culture and intent of the organisation.
The scope for the People and Culture role has become more complex.
A competent people and culture lead can put in place the necessary agreements and talent acquisition process, which can help to differentiate your organization from the competition.
About twenty years ago, I was proceeding ahead with my MBA studies at AGSM, Sydney. At the time, I was balancing a busy executive role, young family and postgraduate studies. The pressure at the time prevented too much reflection and appreciation of the opportunity.
A few decades hence, the fog has lifted, and I recall two major predictions canvassed by the AGSM Professors. The first was very early ideas around the future of work. The concept of a “portfolio career” was raised. This related to the fact that workers would not be limited to one role but be in a position to hold several roles at any one time, usually across several businesses. Now it is rapidly becoming the norm as the rise of contract employment takes centre stage and the emerging career option for many.
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