Nicole Ortizz

With everyone discussing diversity in workplaces, you might want to consider doing sensitivity training within your office. But what is sensitivity training?

It helps those in your office distinguish between what is and isn’t appropriate behavior in the office and how to make sure people feel represented and that there is equality in the workplace. It especially helps people work out the nuances of different folks and their perspectives so you can be sensitive to their struggles rather than accidentally step on toes or say something offensive.

The key to being a capable human resources leader is to make sure you connect with the talent and employees you represent and to also be their voice in trying times. You need to make sure that you understand the industry you’re serving and find ways to amplify them during problems while also making sure there is enough representation.

HR and recruiting are very people-first jobs, so if you don’t feel comfortable working with others then it might not be the position for you.

When you start leading a team at your job, you always hear people say that you need to lead by example. But what exactly does that entail? Here are a few tips for understanding what you can do to lead your team best.

1. Do the work and understand what your business and industry are all about.
2. Respect the chain of command in your organization.
3. Listen to your team and take in their feedback.
4. Take responsibility for issues that crop up.
5. Give your team space to breathe and don’t micromanage them.

Being a manager can be a very exciting, but also very stressful, time for anyone. While it signifies an advancement in your career and an opportunity to grow within a company. However, it can be a lot of pressure to put on a person to have to manage their own workload and a team’s.

Here are a few tips on how to be a great manager your first time around:

1. Prioritize one-on-one check ins with your team members.
2. Keep working alongside your team rather than unloading your workload.
3. Set a good example.
4. Know when and how to delegate.
5. Understand that relationship dynamics will change.