I don’t trust my company’s HR department. Is my scepticism warranted?
The article discusses the skepticism towards human resources departments and their role in addressing employee issues. The author argues that HR teams are not always employee advocates and may prioritize the interests of the business over those of the employees. The article also highlights the importance of understanding the structural problems within HR teams and the need for independent studies to address these issues.
- ▪HR teams are not always employee advocates and may prioritize the interests of the business over those of the employees.
- ▪The dual mandate of HR teams can create conflicts of interest in addressing employee issues.
- ▪Independent studies are needed to address the structural problems within HR teams.
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