Contest — “Give Us Your Best HR Career Advice…in Exactly 6 Words!”
By Alan Collins
Before updating you on the contest, let me first update you on my new book: Best Kept HR Secrets
I’ll now be releasing this book on September 1.
Here’s the short story behind this.
The original plan was to release this book on July 15. However, I wasn’t pleased with some of the content and the initial proofs of the book. So, I’ve decided to take a bit more time to make the revisions required. I know some of you will be disappointed at the delay, but I’m excited about having some additional time to enhance the value you’ll gain from the information in this new book. And I assure you that your wait will be worth it.
Now the good news!
This means we will be extending our contest. The contest will now end on September 1…to coincide with the release of the book. So If you’ve not yet participated or want to participate even more than you already have, now you can.
Here’s a refresher on the contest and the rules…
(1) All you have to do is to give us your “ONE best piece of HR career advice…. using exactly 6 words.” You must post your response HERE for it to be considered.
(2) I’ll be selecting THREE winning responses. And to each of the three winners, I will send them a free copy of my new book: Best Kept HR Secrets when it is released.
(3) And, yes, it must be EXACTLY 6 words. Anything more or less will not be considered. Why 6 words? Well, here’s the story…
Awhile back, I was intrigued to read about what the Bush daughters did with the Obama daughters as the Bush-Obama transition was occurring. Apparently, the Bush daughters wrote the Obama daughters a letter with some advice on living in the public eye inside the White House. The most widely quoted part of that letter was very touching, “Remember who your dad really is.” Since Jenna and Barbara’s advice was exactly 6 words long, I thought it would be interesting to see what career success advice HR folks might come up with.
(4) Again, the contest now ends on September 1. Important: Please include your e-mail address so that I can contact you should you win. And YES, you can enter as many times as you like.
(5) To view your competition and all the current responses we’ve received so far, go HERE.
Now, let the contest continue!
About the Author: Alan Collins was Vice President – Human Resources at PepsiCo where he led HR initiatives for their Quaker Oats, Gatorade and Tropicana businesses. He is now President of Success in HR, Inc. and the author of UNWRITTEN HR RULES . His new book, BEST KEPT HR SECRETS will be available in September on Amazon.
Help people to do their best
“Remember who your employer really is”
think bing,think fast,think goahed
“Always be the voice of reason”
Above all, know the business cold.
“Have Vision, Think Big, Implement It”
You can’t please everyone…try anyway
Lead with passion and compassion daily.
“Be open minded & adapt, adapt, adapt”
“Be business savvy and anticipate change”
You are dealing with a human.
Lead by example, everyone is watching!
Will it be in tomorrow’s paper?
Make a difference every day
Know that you can affect change
Treat your customer(internal & external) with utmost care and respect. Empower them.
Remember to always keep it real
Put the human back into HR.
Act like your Mom is watching.
Keep your mind and door open.
Always listen more than you speak!
Think globally, act strategically, plan proactively.
Lead as a business person first
Never compromise your values for anyone.
Think, act, feel and live strategy!
Never stop obtaining an education.
Never put bad news in emails.
Never communicate bad news via email.
Please all and you please none
Always be truthful.
Know your business.
Always stay focused on your goals
Pursue your passion, live your legacy.
Empower employees to work without leaders
” Remember that the microphone is always on”
Be the catalyst to “HRise” Business
Dare to be different, like touchstone.
Let your passion show – on ground.
Communicate to know your employees pulse
Belong to a noticeable HR community
Exhibit your HR talent and accomplishments
Find a godfather amongst your leaders
Whatever you do, communicate it intelligently
H-Humble
U-Understandable
M-Mankind
A-Analytical
N-Nature
Professionals
Be Approachable, Help Ever, Keep Learning
Never underestimate the power of appreciation!
Not what you say but how!
Always make the time to listen.
PEOPLE ARE OUR MOST IMPORTANT ASSETTS.
Leaders dare differently for human development.
Employees are the most valuable asset.
You aren’t indispensable! No one is!
Be in the ‘business’ of HR.
Ask Often: What Do You Think?
Always stay true to your values
Stay focused on thinking speaking acting
To succeed…Don’t take things personal.
Always perform actions with human touch….
Work hard and be known
Ask: “Why? What difference? How Measured?”
Operate from a center of integrity.
Don’t get burned same way twice.
Ultimately HR needs to add value!
Be profits producer, Not resources consumer.
“be all that you can be”
Never waiver and always stay focused.
Make yourself a profit centre
Remember, you’re in the “human” business
Be involved, be consistent, be Just.
Excel and excel in emotional intelligence!
“Enjoy Life, Have Fun, Work Hard”
Help your organization and people succeed!
Leave every situation better than you found it!
Make an improvement to every situation!
Be Prepared, Be Positive, Be Human!
Nil Desperandum Estote Parati
Never Despair Be Prepared
– The Coat of Arms for Family Sims
Thoroughly research your subject before decisionmaking.
1. Be a Trusted adviser to all!!
2. Match employee’s with employer’s needs!!
3. get synergy between people and process!!
Own the problems for your people.
Never lose your passion for people.
Follow your passion, create your legacy.
Be Patient, Be Innovative, Be Human
Never forget who you really are!
It’s about them and not YOU!
Business-notjust money, its people.
Determine what people outcomes they want.
Remember what your values really are.
Always show how you can add value & have PRIDE (Personal Responsibility In Driving Excellence).
Don’t take anything personal, it’s business.
Add value and make your added value known and recognized
Work affects home; home affects work.
Guide company management; support its staff.
Keep cool, be gracious, maintain integrity.
Uphold integrity, yours, mine and theirs!
Walk softly, speak thoughtfully, act compassionately.
Safeguard yourself: Find an outstanding Mentor!
Listen actively, watch keenly, speak discreetly
Everyone has an agenda; what’s yours?
HR is OUR passion; not theirs!
Align HR goals with company goals.
Deliver HR messages in business language
Ispire positive emotions. Keep it simple!
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