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Healthy eating trends indicate that soda consumption is projected to increase by 25% in the US and Western Europe.
Healthy eating trends indicate that soda consumption is projected to increase by 25% in the US and Western Europe.
False (B)
Emerging economies are eager for Western products, presenting strategic opportunities for businesses.
Emerging economies are eager for Western products, presenting strategic opportunities for businesses.
True (A)
The STEPED model is preferred over PEST and PESTEL frameworks because it aligns well with HR challenges.
The STEPED model is preferred over PEST and PESTEL frameworks because it aligns well with HR challenges.
True (A)
Mobile computing poses no significant threats regarding corporate security.
Mobile computing poses no significant threats regarding corporate security.
Building a culture of information privacy is essential for managing the risks associated with mobile computing.
Building a culture of information privacy is essential for managing the risks associated with mobile computing.
Managing information from cookies has no impact on advertising strategies.
Managing information from cookies has no impact on advertising strategies.
Political polarization can contribute to political extremism in neighborhoods.
Political polarization can contribute to political extremism in neighborhoods.
Employee engagement scores are currently at an all-time high.
Employee engagement scores are currently at an all-time high.
The role of HR professionals is solely focused on managing employee benefits.
The role of HR professionals is solely focused on managing employee benefits.
Organizations can thrive by focusing only on immediate results without a long-term vision.
Organizations can thrive by focusing only on immediate results without a long-term vision.
Isolation among employees can lead to stronger team dynamics.
Isolation among employees can lead to stronger team dynamics.
The context in which businesses operate has no influence on their success.
The context in which businesses operate has no influence on their success.
HR matters because it focuses on the operational aspects of the business.
HR matters because it focuses on the operational aspects of the business.
HR practices can only add value to stakeholders if both the individual HR professional and the HR department are competent.
HR practices can only add value to stakeholders if both the individual HR professional and the HR department are competent.
In cell 2 of the table, the individual HR professional's competencies add value to stakeholders.
In cell 2 of the table, the individual HR professional's competencies add value to stakeholders.
The collective HR competencies of an HR department can impact the value created for stakeholders.
The collective HR competencies of an HR department can impact the value created for stakeholders.
When an HR professional's competencies are low, the HR department cannot add value.
When an HR professional's competencies are low, the HR department cannot add value.
Cell 4 indicates that both the individual HR professional and the HR department provide high value.
Cell 4 indicates that both the individual HR professional and the HR department provide high value.
Stakeholders include external customers, line managers, and communities.
Stakeholders include external customers, line managers, and communities.
Prior business performance measures are separate from the intangible value created for stakeholders.
Prior business performance measures are separate from the intangible value created for stakeholders.
In cell 3, both individual competencies and HR department practices are contributing to stakeholder value.
In cell 3, both individual competencies and HR department practices are contributing to stakeholder value.
HR professionals are rated as most competent in Total Rewards Steward.
HR professionals are rated as most competent in Total Rewards Steward.
The ratings provided by HR associates are generally lower than those given by non-HR associates.
The ratings provided by HR associates are generally lower than those given by non-HR associates.
The nine HR competency domains are assessed using a mean score scale from 1 to 5.
The nine HR competency domains are assessed using a mean score scale from 1 to 5.
Self-assessments by HR professionals are typically lower than ratings from their supervisors.
Self-assessments by HR professionals are typically lower than ratings from their supervisors.
A threshold of 0.15 is used to determine meaningful differences in the ratings.
A threshold of 0.15 is used to determine meaningful differences in the ratings.
Credible Activists received a lower score compared to Technology and Media Integrator according to the ratings.
Credible Activists received a lower score compared to Technology and Media Integrator according to the ratings.
The overall pattern of competency ratings shows significant variation among the different rater groups.
The overall pattern of competency ratings shows significant variation among the different rater groups.
The competencies of HR professionals are categorized into nine distinct domains.
The competencies of HR professionals are categorized into nine distinct domains.
Credible Activist is the least important HR competency in determining overall personal effectiveness.
Credible Activist is the least important HR competency in determining overall personal effectiveness.
The nine HR competency domains explain a total of 83% of individual HR effectiveness scores.
The nine HR competency domains explain a total of 83% of individual HR effectiveness scores.
Total Rewards Steward has a positive impact on overall individual effectiveness.
Total Rewards Steward has a positive impact on overall individual effectiveness.
The Strategic Positioner competency contributes 14.5% to the overall effectiveness score.
The Strategic Positioner competency contributes 14.5% to the overall effectiveness score.
Analytics Designer and Interpreter is the most significant competence in enhancing HR effectiveness.
Analytics Designer and Interpreter is the most significant competence in enhancing HR effectiveness.
All nine HR competency domains have a positive impact on overall HR effectiveness.
All nine HR competency domains have a positive impact on overall HR effectiveness.
Culture and Change Champion contributes more to effectiveness than Human Capital Curator.
Culture and Change Champion contributes more to effectiveness than Human Capital Curator.
The total percentage of effectiveness R² based on the HR competencies is approximately 85%.
The total percentage of effectiveness R² based on the HR competencies is approximately 85%.
The Four Forces have no relevance to the attention given to HR.
The Four Forces have no relevance to the attention given to HR.
HR professionals can only be certified through HR-specific examinations.
HR professionals can only be certified through HR-specific examinations.
Business acumen is considered a core competency in multiple HR associations.
Business acumen is considered a core competency in multiple HR associations.
Ethical practice is irrelevant to HR professionals according to the discussed frameworks.
Ethical practice is irrelevant to HR professionals according to the discussed frameworks.
Change management is not included as a core HR domain.
Change management is not included as a core HR domain.
HR tools and practices are seen as separate domains in HR competencies.
HR tools and practices are seen as separate domains in HR competencies.
Self-awareness is a competency recognized by AMEDIRH.
Self-awareness is a competency recognized by AMEDIRH.
Deloitte identifies HR expertise as an important competency.
Deloitte identifies HR expertise as an important competency.
Personal credibility is emphasized in the National Human Resource Development competencies.
Personal credibility is emphasized in the National Human Resource Development competencies.
Strategic thinking is not considered crucial for effective HR professionals.
Strategic thinking is not considered crucial for effective HR professionals.
All HR competencies outlined are applicable universally across different HR organizations.
All HR competencies outlined are applicable universally across different HR organizations.
Execution excellence is a focus in managing culture and design according to the competencies.
Execution excellence is a focus in managing culture and design according to the competencies.
The integration of HR competencies involves both operational and strategic aspects of HR.
The integration of HR competencies involves both operational and strategic aspects of HR.
HR processes are irrelevant to the continuous development of HR competencies.
HR processes are irrelevant to the continuous development of HR competencies.
Flashcards
STEPED Framework
STEPED Framework
A framework categorizing external factors affecting a company's strategy, including Social, Technological, Economic, Political, Environmental, and Demographic trends.
Healthy Eating Trend
Healthy Eating Trend
A strategic opportunity arising from growing demand for healthier beverage options.
Corporate Piracy Threat
Corporate Piracy Threat
A strategic threat caused by the increasing prevalence of cyberattacks and information theft.
Emerging Economies Demand
Emerging Economies Demand
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Source Talent in Emerging Markets
Source Talent in Emerging Markets
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VUCA Framework
VUCA Framework
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Disengaged Employees
Disengaged Employees
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Positive Employee Affect
Positive Employee Affect
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HR's Role in Fostering Employee Affect
HR's Role in Fostering Employee Affect
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Communities of Action
Communities of Action
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External Factors Impacting Businesses
External Factors Impacting Businesses
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Why HR Matters in Today's World
Why HR Matters in Today's World
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HR Value for Stakeholders
HR Value for Stakeholders
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Assessing HR Competency
Assessing HR Competency
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HR Value Framework (Table 2.5)
HR Value Framework (Table 2.5)
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Low Individual HR Competency, High HR Department Performance
Low Individual HR Competency, High HR Department Performance
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High Individual HR Competency, Low HR Department Performance
High Individual HR Competency, Low HR Department Performance
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High Individual HR Competency, High HR Department Performance
High Individual HR Competency, High HR Department Performance
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Collective HR Competencies and Stakeholder Value
Collective HR Competencies and Stakeholder Value
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Intangible Value vs. Business Performance
Intangible Value vs. Business Performance
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HR Competency Framework
HR Competency Framework
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HR Competency
HR Competency
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Business Acumen
Business Acumen
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Ethical Practice
Ethical Practice
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Leadership and Navigation
Leadership and Navigation
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HR Expertise
HR Expertise
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Communication
Communication
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Relationship Management
Relationship Management
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Change Leadership
Change Leadership
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Global and Cultural Effectiveness
Global and Cultural Effectiveness
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HR Strategy
HR Strategy
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Resourcing and Talent Planning
Resourcing and Talent Planning
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Learning and Talent Development
Learning and Talent Development
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Performance and Rewards
Performance and Rewards
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Employee Engagement
Employee Engagement
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HR Competence Domains: Strengths and Weaknesses
HR Competence Domains: Strengths and Weaknesses
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Self vs. Supervisor Ratings of HR Competence
Self vs. Supervisor Ratings of HR Competence
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HR Associate Ratings of HR Competence
HR Associate Ratings of HR Competence
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Non-HR Associate Ratings of HR Competence
Non-HR Associate Ratings of HR Competence
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360-Degree HR Competence Assessment
360-Degree HR Competence Assessment
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Threshold for Meaningful Differences
Threshold for Meaningful Differences
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Nine HR Competence Domains
Nine HR Competence Domains
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HR Competency Model
HR Competency Model
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Credible Activist
Credible Activist
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HR Competency Domain Impact
HR Competency Domain Impact
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HR Competency Domain
HR Competency Domain
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R-Squared (R 2 ) in HR
R-Squared (R 2 ) in HR
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Individual HR Effectiveness
Individual HR Effectiveness
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Statistically Significant (Green Scores)
Statistically Significant (Green Scores)
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Paradox Navigator
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Culture and Change Champion
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Study Notes
Victory Through Organization
- This book is about improving HR practices for better business outcomes.
- HR is crucial for business success, impacting strategy and results.
- HR professionals are evolving, needing new skills and practices to match business needs.
- There's a 20-60-20 distribution in HR professionals, where 20% are exceptional and 20% are laggards.
- The book aims to help improve HR departments, focus on individual skills, and drive business outcomes.
Preface
- The authors are observers, advocates, and researchers in the HR field.
- They've studied and trained HR professionals for over 30 years.
- Six key assumptions underpin the book:
- HR matters greatly to business success.
- HR research is crucial for making sound decisions.
- HR professionals are evolving.
- HR departments and practices are vital to success.
- HR colleagues are skilled and valuable.
- HR is adaptable and constantly evolving.
Chapter 1: Why HR and Why Now?
- Business challenges and successes are analyzed to show where HR plays a critical role.
- Examples include a consumer electronics company shifting to health care, a retailer adapting to online shopping, a consumer product company struggling with stock valuation, a large corporation managing generational change, and a retailer expanding its business.
- STEPED conditions: social, technological, environmental, political, economic, and demographic factors shape the business context and increase the HR relevance.
- VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, ambiguity): businesses operate in rapidly changing environments.
- Increased stakeholder expectations necessitate stronger HR roles.
- The author introduces the idea that "HR is not about HR, it’s about business."
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This quiz explores various business trends and HR challenges impacting organizations today. Focus areas include soda consumption trends, the STEPED model, mobile computing, and employee engagement. Test your knowledge on how these elements influence corporate strategies and culture.
