07 Release/Return

RELEASE/RETURN

Throughout this book, I’ve really tried to focus on the positive aspects of HR and people management. This is partly to dispel the myth that HR is only about negative or unpleasant activities, but also to show the genuine force for good that HR can be for your business. However, there comes a time when what might be perceived to be more negative issues have to be faced head on.

And that is an important point to make. If there are problems of some sort with individuals or the business, there is rarely a positive outcome from ignoring them and hoping they’ll go away of their own accord. Of course, there are always exceptions, but typically problems fester and just get worse.

I’m sure you’ve experienced the able ...

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