How Do You Deal With A Weak Human Resources Manager?
• Tell them first! Tell the HR manager that you feel that they are not helping. They usually appreciate this feedback and may not even have realized how you felt. Be clear and be reasonable – always make sure you are not asking for them to give you the moon when your position can only provide the clouds. The truth is that many HR managers are not sure what an employee thinks their role actually is and can sometimes misanswer inadvertently or simply not perceive the problem properly. • Ask your HR manager to provide facts. If you are told something cannot be done, ask for the policy documents and the legislative background to be provided to you so that you can fully understand the issue. Often, this will be enough to alert the HR manager that you are not going away in a hurry and may make them more responsive to your needs. • Ask your HR manager why they are not prepared to assist. Explain clearly why you feel it is their role and not yours to pursue an employment matter and find a solu
