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TMM
, November 02, 2009
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As stated in the title, this book is a practical guide for small business human resource management, from the interview process to sustained and understood team-building techniques. It’s thorough, well-organized and easy to digest—a great resource to keep in the top desk drawer for frequent referral. Charts, tables and clear examples add to the book’s usefulness as a go-to guide. There are even sample forms you can use for common HR processes!
An important element that is often overlooked in the workplace is the motivation and proper evaluation of employees; I liked the tips provided because they emphasize that part of the responsibility of an employee performing well rests with the employer. As someone who has primarily worked for small businesses in the past, I appreciate the consideration of this balance.
Most importantly, the book takes into consideration the reader—a busy working professional who is not only meant to read, but also enact the situations given. To that effect, it’s broken down into bullets and small paragraphs in concise narrative. The book emphasizes communication strategies (such as listening and negotiation) and certainly takes its own advice, really connecting with the reader throughout.
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