Tiffany Fortune, SHRM-SCP, LSSBB’s Post

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Last night I was reflecting on the first half of my career with an ex-colleague in HR. And interestingly enough, we both settled on the same thing for our “biggest lesson”. The fact that, it’s not the job of HR to make employees happy. (That’s not to say we don’t care or don’t want too). But our job is to help build a thriving, successful business. At the start of my career, I made it my goal to make sure we did “fun” things in the office. My thinking was that it would: a) Attract and retain employees. b) Create a fun, lively environment. c) Make everyone in the office feel happy. But over time, my perspective started to change. I realised that our job as HR is to support the business, its needs and the company’s overall vision. And by doing so, we then create an engaged and positive culture that people want to work for. (One that genuinely supports the business and helps to drive it forwards). So this is not to say that HR is against having fun or is anti-happiness. It’s quite the opposite. ↳ We’re here to make sure everyone in the business can thrive. Which arguably doesn’t just benefit the business, but benefits staff, customers and the company’s future too.

Our 80+ global Baird HR team attended the first ever Baird HR Symposium earlier this week! The event focused on how we can become more trusted, confident, and credible business professionals supporting our clients—Baird associates! It was an incredible event. There were smiles, laughs, happy tears, success stories on how we’ve delivered incredible solutions for our clients, interviews with senior leaders from different revenue groups, an exclusive chat with Baird’s CEO, Steve Booth, informative breakout sessions (shoutout to the entire Baird Talent Development Team!), HR-themed Family Feud, and dinner! To top it off, our CHRO, Rodney Jones-Tyson, closed the event by surprising every HR associate with a gift and personalized, hand-written note expressing his gratitude and appreciation for the work we do. WOW! 😄 (Yes, that’s him with the Baird-blue sunglasses. Yes, he’s as cool as he looks.) After almost 13 years with the firm, I have to pinch myself from time to time because I’m still in awe of how incredible of a place Baird is and continues to be. I LOVE our HR team. Our associates are some of the most caring, thoughtful, intelligent, and driven people I know. We have fun. Our culture embraces associates no matter their background or life experiences. Development opportunities such as this focusing on continuously improving ourselves so we can do our best work are countless. All of this, and more, is why we’re the best in the business. When you feel valued and supported by your leaders and colleagues, you deliver consistent, high-quality results—and not because you have to, but because you WANT to. That’s the Baird Difference. 💙 #wearebaird #discoverthebairddifference #bairddifference #baird #greatplacetowork #professionaldevelopment #HR #milwaukee

*Fair opportunities... Fair opportunities directly impact employee morale by instilling a sense of trust, confidence, and motivation among employees. When employees perceive that their organization provides fair opportunities for growth based on merit, they are more likely to feel valued and respected. This recognition of merit fosters a positive work environment where individuals are motivated to perform at their best, knowing that their efforts will be fairly rewarded. Conversely, when employees perceive favoritism or bias in decision-making processes related to opportunities for advancement, it can lead to feelings of frustration, demotivation, and disengagement. Therefore, fair opportunities play a crucial role in maintaining high employee morale, which, in turn, contributes to higher levels of productivity, job satisfaction, and overall organizational success.👌

Happy International HR Day to all my fellow HR professionals! 🎉 Working in HR isn’t easy. We are often the “bearer of bad news”, so we end up being the people nobody wants to see walk into the office. But we also do a lot of a great work. We help people find jobs and advance in their career. We support people when they are in need of accommodations or LOA’s. We are there when people need to report misconduct. We help to maintain fairness and equity in the workplace. The list could go on forever… Don’t let the negative stereotype of HR get you down. Take today to celebrate your wins and the good you do for people everyday.

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Social Exchange Theory in HR Practices Social Exchange Theory reminds us that the relationship between employees and their organization is a two-way street. Employees reciprocate fair treatment with loyalty, engagement, and productivity. For instance, introducing clear career advancement programs creates a strong foundation of trust and reciprocity. What practices do you use to create a fair exchange in your organization?

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💡Actions Speak Louder Than Words in HR In the HR world, we often see passionate posts about valuing employees, providing fair salaries, and fostering a culture of respect. While these messages are inspiring , there’s an unfortunate truth that sometimes gets overlooked: too often, these sentiments remain just that (words) If we say employees are our top priority, we need to show it by offering fair raises, listening to feedback, and treating people well. HR isn’t just about policies; it’s about actions. Let’s ensure our practices reflect the values we promote. What are your thoughts?