Pickle Tip Tuesday

HR is often seen as the place where people get into trouble.

Yes- that can be true and it’s the basis for a lot of jokes- but as the Chief Furry Officer at InnovateHR, I can attest that it can also be a lot more. I listen to my human all day, laying at her feet - often waiting for that moment when it’s time for a walk or a treat. I am committed but I enjoy my work breaks!

In between my love for walks and treats, my HR human does a lot that often others that don't see the behind the scenes like I do, goes unnoticed. Sometimes I think Human Resources Humans need HR just for them- and their dogs.

What does an HR human do all day you ask?

Allow me:

Reviews data to see where our most talented humans are coming from & strategizes on gaps she needs to fill in staffing to keep the business running smoothly while it continues to grow.
Manages benefits- right now it’s open enrollment season & that means it’s time for insurance renewals. She’s focused on how to maintain profit while not cutting benefits for humans - she knows this is a key way to retain them.
Reviewing time sheet analysis- are humans working efficiently with business demands? How can we use our tech to make sure we are being proactive to save money while also managing work life balance.
Running payroll- she knows if this isn’t right- no one will be happy and it’s important to prioritize that. No paycheck, no treats and that can't happen!
Training- she talks to leaders about performance management, team development & coaches them on how to take their game to the next level. Kind of like me- she taught me how to sit, stay, roll over and walk without a leash- when people are impressed with me, I just smile because I know I am better at being a cute K9 because my Mom knows the importance of training.
She updates those dreaded policies in those human handbooks & makes sure compliance is met so the company doesn’t get into trouble. She then makes sure that the tech matches the policies- that isn’t easy. There are a lot of tech things that have to happen behind the scenes to get that right- believe me- when that isn't automated, I miss my walks because she's working hard to make sure it does.
She listens to other humans - their concerns, their needs & she supports them to make sure they feel heard.
She handles work comp emergencies and helps humans get medical care who have been injured on the job.

There’s a lot more my human does each day that I listen to between naps under her desk. But that’s for next Tuesday. I'll be around for more tips.

If you want to learn more, give my human a call. And when you do- don’t forget to say hello to me- I am always here, doing what I do best- listening!