An HR manager is hired to be a leader in a department responsible for both the organization and the employees in it. This is a big responsibility with several moving parts, but an efficient HR manager can perform multiple roles to fill the gaps. How do HR pros who seem to “do it all” manage everything without skipping a beat? They know these crucial things: 

As an industry centered around the growth and development of humans, HR is in a constant state of change because humans are the ultimate variable. Trends emerge, technology is introduced and in order to remain current, practitioners have to be prepared to pivot. Even with all the innovation, there is protocol to follow and industry standards and guidelines to understand. Mastery of skill and years of experience are considered crucial to remaining current. However, is there a right way to show that mastery or gain that experience? Should all HR professionals take the same path to landing a job, continuing their growth and leading an organization?

Career development is an absolute must in any field. As those who work in HR, we know first hand how important a career development plan can increase both employee engagement and happiness. In 2016, 87% of millennials said professional development and career growth opportunities are very important to them. However, in the HR field, it’s easy to only focus on other employees’ engagement, loyalty and career development. It’s important to realize that, as an employee of your company, developing your HR career is just as important.