Strategic human resource management : an HR professional's toolkit / Karen Beaven.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Part one Know yourself : Continuous personal development -- Drive and passion -- Interpersonal skills -- Bravery -- Your personal network -- Inspirational leadership -- Self-care and mental ewllbeing -- Part two Know your business : Product -- People and culture -- Productivity -- Annual results -- Commercial focus -- Markets and channels -- Technology -- Purpose and values -- Part three Know your industry : Competition -- Business environment -- Rules and regulations -- Trends and forecasting -- Where's the talent? -- Workforce planning -- Part four Know your profession : Professional accreditation -- Responsibilities -- Advisory bodies and resources -- Career framework -- Professional development -- Development of the profession -- The future of work.

"It is the role of the HR function to make work mutually beneficial for both employees and employers. Strategic Human Resource Management is a practical guide that equips all those in HR roles with the skills, tools and resources needed to help with individual employees, staff teams and the organization as a whole. This book covers the core areas that are essential to achieving business success through understanding yourself, the business, the industry and the profession. Hone the personal skills needed to excel in HR and leadership positions, such network building, managing stakeholder relationships and understanding the importance of continuous professional development. Learn how to recruit, develop and retain a workforce in light of business objectives. Strategic Human Resource Management supports the organization's commercial focus with guidance on interpreting financial results and addressing the opportunities and limitations of markets, channels and technology. In addition, this book helps build competitor awareness, maintain knowledge of regulations and trends and handle oncoming challenges in a changing business environment. Professional accreditation and career development is also covered to aid ongoing personal improvement. Supported by tools, templates, exercises and activity planners, Strategic Human Resource Management is a complete toolkit for HR professionals needing to implement HR practices that benefit the organization and its workforce."--Provided by publisher