What do you do if your employee relations knowledge is outdated?

The first thing you should do is recognize that you need to update your knowledge; Today's processes generate frequent changes, what worked for you before will not necessarily work now. Then, identify in which aspects you need to update your knowledge, manage resources, and the best choice for this, for example: joining online platforms, and professional groups linked to your professional area is a simple, and effective way to stay updated. There are certifications, courses, and workshops on the market, whether online or in person, which adapt to any need. Then you will be ready to implement new learned practices. There will always be an opportunity to learn new things.

If I find my knowledge becoming outdated, I make a point to enroll in relevant HR workshops and seminars. I also subscribe to HR newsletters and join professional networks to exchange ideas and stay current. Reading the latest HR books and articles also helps. Regularly updating my skills ensures I can effectively support and understand the evolving needs of our workforce. It's all about staying proactive and engaged in continuous learning.

To update outdated employee relations knowledge, start by researching current best practices, laws, and regulations. Attend relevant training sessions, workshops, or conferences. Seek guidance from HR professionals, join online forums, and participate in networking events. Apply new knowledge through practical experience and continuously evaluate and adjust strategies based on feedback and evolving industry trends.

As professionals, it's crucial to recognize when our knowledge in our field starts to lag behind. Thankfully, there are abundant resources available for updating our skills. From articles, research papers, and books to video content and presentations, the options are vast. Additionally, attending online or offline meetings, training sessions, and certification courses can be immensely beneficial. Don't underestimate the power of personal reflection either; taking time to ponder our learnings and experiences daily is invaluable. Remember, investing in personal development, even when it may not seem urgent, is key to staying ahead in our careers. Keep striving for excellence!

I’ve tried to be honest with my self and seek feedback from others. Is how I’m thinking about this correct or is there a more efficient partnership approach than the path I’m thinking of? Then find the appropriate resources and tools to strengthen your foundation and build upon that.

It is never a good practice to isolate oneself, i.e. not to benchmark with other companies, not to train constantly (courses, workshops, seminars) and mainly not to try new things.

The need to improve changes as per each HR job. Not everyone is equipped with know-all of HR. Everyday do set a schedule at least 30 minutes to read, learn and take notes on new patterns of HR. If daily is not possible, compile and set at least 2 hours weekly. Whichever stage we are, keep your knowledge updated on your field. Where to start? Start from free courses ( yes, most of them are known to you), still use them as refresher courses. Then gradually progress to paid courses and earn certificates. Do post them on Linkedin and encourage others to do the same. We only grow when we grow as a community!