Discussion Post: Leading Change by Putting People First
Introduce yourself to your classmates and professor.
Our course is built around Jack's principle that people are the most important part of any organization.
As a current or aspiring HR professional, it's reasonable to assume you are in favor of HR having a leadership role in major change initiatives. However, history shows that HR departments have not often led change in organizations. The question of whether that can or should change is something we will explore throughout this course. To get us started, share your thoughts and experiences on the following:
1. How do you define a "people first" approach to change leadership?
2. What do you think HR's role should be in leading change? Think about the attitudes and skills within HR departments you are familiar with, as well as the real and perceived value of HR as a change driver in the rest of the organization.
3. Examine the role of HR in your current organization. How does it align with your definition of "people first" change leadership?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.