HR and People departments have come a long way since Toby Flenderson put them on the map in everyone’s favorite binge-worthy show, The Office.
And let’s be honest, your favorite people to talk to at the holiday party are most likely under your company’s People Operations umbrella. That’s likely because your HR and People departments are dedicated to the welfare of every employee and responsible for managing their professional life cycle.
In essence: It’s because they care.
Why Is It Important To Set HR Goals?
No matter your industry, company size, or budget, HR goals should center around growth—either for your employees on a personal level or for the business as a whole.
Across departments, setting SMART goals brings people together, holds team members accountable, and plants the seed for positive and more productive work habits.
Why else should you set SMART HR goals?
To align your team’s focus with the overall values of the company
To improve every employee’s unique experience
To give employees a sense of ownership over their work
To boost morale
To measure your progress and KPIs from quarter to quarter
To show people you care
And so much more.
You have nothing to lose and everything to gain from setting thoughtful goals that your HR department can start implementing as quickly as today.
Plus, they don’t have to be that big! Rather than focusing on how you can revolutionize your company’s work environment overnight, think about small changes that will make a big impact and ultimately, drive results over time.