Becoming a Better Business Partner

Strong HR Business Partnerships require solid business acumen, but you need to take concrete actions to develop this skill. Hear several HR leaders discuss tactics to advance a true partnership between HR and the business. This clip is excerpted from a full-length HCI webcast; see full version here.

• It’s not enough to simply call yourself an HR Business Partner – learn how to change your strategy and processes to truly add value to the organization.
• Set up meetings with Finance, IT, Marketing, and/or Sales to seek a better understanding of business concepts and priorities.
• Ask the right questions, forge strong relationships, and tie your recommendations into business goals.