Top 5 tools every HR Practitioner should know

Hello there! :)

Since I published the inaugural edition of the #HRWeekly Newsletter, I have received hundreds of DMs from my followers and connections, asking for tips to succeed in the HR field. Again, HR is a fast-growing profession and a lot of people are switching into this career. So, I will be taking time to educate you about the top 5 tools you should be comfortable using in order to excel in your role as HR practitioner. By the way, I added a bonus link to the end of this newsletter. Read to the end! ;)

Back to the topic.... Now, if you check with any Human Resource (HR) professional on why they chose to be in that profession, two of the common responses you will get most often, “I am a people’s person”, or “I love helping people or communicating with people”. But are these reasons enough to succeed in the profession??The simple answer is NO.

An approachable persona is required to perform the responsibilities of an HR, but to have a thorough understanding of the relevant processes and technologies is equally important.?

Today, we are going to delve deep into the top 5 tools that every HR professional must know and gain some expertise around.?

Let's go!

1. Microsoft Office: How do you perform basic office tasks without the good ol' Microsoft Office applications? Your mastery of these applications will make your job easier on many levels. The key applications you should gain expertise on are Word, Excel and PowerPoint. There are several courses on Udemy, Coursera, LinkedIn Learning and other eLearning platforms that can help you get started.
2. Google Suite: A lot of startups leverage on Google Suite for their day-to-day operations. Take time to learn the functionalities of Google Word, Sheets, Slides, etc. You will find relevant
3. Communication Tools: Communication is a key part of every organization. Your ability to set up, manage and effectively use simple communication and collaboration tools such as Slack, Zoom, Microsoft Team, Google Meet, etc. makes your day-to-day smooth.
4. Design Tools: Learning to use simple design tools such as Canva is a huge plus for your career. Simple administrative tasks in HR could involve designing fliers, newsletters, etc. Your ability to execute this seamlessly will help your career immensely.
5. Survey Tools: ?Internal communications and feedback go hand in hand. Your knowledge of simple survey tools will come in handy as an HR practitioner. If you want to create a quick survey, Google Forms can be a good option. It’s very user-friendly and free to use. You can also understand how to use applications such as Form Plus, Survey Monkey, etc.

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