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The Big Book of HR
By Barbara Mitchell and Cornelia Gamlem
Most leaders will agree that managing people is complex and challenging, and it’s not getting any easier. The Big Book of HR provides any HR professional, manager, or business owner the information needed – from every day advice to strategic and emerging HR-related issues.
And because human resources and people management issues are dynamic and ever-changing, the 10th Anniversary edition has new chapters on HR & Technology, Workplace Harassment, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and Emerging Trends and Challenges.
There are new discussions in every chapter on up-to-date topics such as: Workplace Flexibility, Mobile Technology, Microlearning, Pay Equity & Transparency, Benefits for a Changing Workforce, State & Local laws, and much more.
Leaders around the globe struggle with these issues, which is why The Big Book of HR has sold in Brazil, Germany, Spain, the UK, France, Australia, India, Mexico, Japan, Canada and Italy. And since managing people is a challenge in any language, The Big Book of HR has been translated into Vietnamese.
The Big Book of HR, 10th Anniversary Edition
The ultimate guide to human resources challenges, issues, emerging trends, and best practices by two of the most seasoned and respected HR professionals.
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What People are Saying about The Big Book of HR
“Justifiably considered to be the 'bible' of sound HR management policies and practices, this expanded and updated 10th anniversary edition of "The Big Book of HR" must be considered an essential and core instructional reference and manual for professional, community, corporate, college, and university library Business Management & Ethics collections. It should be noted for the personal reading lists of MBA students, academia, corporate executives, business managers, entrepreneurs, union activists, and non-specialist general readers with an interest in the subject.” — James A. Cox, Midwest Book Review
“I use this fabulous book in my graduate capstone course at National Louis University. I love the common sense approach – the way some tricky HR functions and responsibilities are decoded and the way HR is lifted up as the critical business partner it should be. Bravo to the authors.“ — Paula Pelissero, Adjunct Instructor, National University
“Well-written, well-organized, well-intended, well, it is just the best a manual can be. It reads smoothly, and likely should be included in HR training seminars as required reading, and in graduate courses involving management. This book is well researched and contains pertinent information.” —National Federation of Press Women
“This is a comprehensive and very important book, written by two highly knowledgeable experts in the field. It addresses the topics that are core to the people issues and opportunities in any business today, and is critical information for any HR professional who hopes to be effective in his/her role within an organization.” — Stuart Sadick, Partner, Heidrick & Struggles
“A gigantic practical guide covering everything HR. In particular, the book takes an in-depth look at workplace harassment, managing remote workers, ensuring pay equity, and using gamification in employee training. It contains modern sensibilities, like accommodating a remote workforce post-pandemic. Your guide for navigating current and emerging workforce trends like hybrid work schedules, diversity training, and adjusting to new technologies like AI-powered recruiting systems, video interview software, and more.” — Matthew Scherer, Business Management Daily
"The Big Book of HR is simply the best! Whether you are new to the HR profession or are an experienced HR professional and need a ready-reference of the best HR practices to improve the effectiveness of your organization. All professionals in the field should keep it desk-side." — Brent Stanley, Sr. VP, Human Resources, retired, PG&E Corporation