reports in human relations in masteral's degree

Human relations

1. HUMAN RELATIONS- BY: PROF. JERAMIE JOSETTE S. FERNANDEZ , M.ED

2. After it emerged in the 90s that Nike's factory workers were allegedly toiling in inhumane conditions, the company pledged to fix things Their brand celebrates humanity and all its potential, but Nike has a history of treating its workers as if they were not human at all. In 1991, American labour activist Jeffrey Ballinger published a report on Nike’s factory practices in Indonesia, exposing a scandal: below-minimum wages, child labour and appalling conditions likened to a sweatshop – a factory or workshop where employees work long hours for low money in conditions that are hazardous to health.

3. What is human relations in the workplace? Human relations is the way an organization's employees and leaders feel about each other, interact and solve problems. A company may have a set of processes, procedures and individuals that support the needs of employees and the employer in the workplace. Human relations relates to systems such as hiring, evaluations, exits and ongoing training. Human relations also refers to how conflict or complications arise between team members and how they find a resolution. Some companies hire individuals or teams who are responsible for workplace human relations, while others consider it a responsibility of the human resources (HR) department.

4. Importance of human relations Human relations is important in the workplace because it: Assists with employee recruitment and retention Strong human relations can help recruit and retain quality employees, deliver their wages and benefits in a streamlined way and support their fair and equitable treatment. These functions can also enable an organization to build a reputation as a good place to work. Human relations initiatives can also ensure that existing employees receive the training required to perform their job functions successfully. This can help ensure that employees feel capable and successful at work.

5. Establishing a positive  work environment  may also improve retention rates. Additionally, human relations representatives can handle the end of employees' tenure with a company in a professional way. This may show value for the human relationship even at the end of an employee's tenure, which can support current employee morale and build trust.

6. Boosts productivity and revenue The benefits of positive human relations in the workplace can sometimes provide tangible results as well. For example, when effective human relations improves employee recruitment and retention, it can reduce the costs associated with onboarding new hires. Successful human relations can also support employee morale, which may increase employee engagement and lead to higher productivity rates. Human relations can encourage employees to feel connected to the outcome of their work, which might increase productivity and revenue.

7. Promotes innovation and creativity Employees who enjoy positive workplace relationships and practice open communication and trust with their teammates may be more willing to take creative risks and innovate. Having a more empowered workforce may help an organization develop a competitive advantage in its industry. Innovation and creativity can also boost revenue and profit by providing new ways of approaching challenges, increasing productivity and reducing costs. Employers that support creativity and innovation might also attract and retain top talent due to the positive work environment.

8. Teamwork and collaboration Human relations is a foundational part of collaboration and teamwork in the workplace. When employees have a positive experience working with their colleagues and supervisors , they may choose to work collaboratively more often . Teams that trust each other, respect each other's ideas and communicate effectively may be more effective when collaborating. Strong collaboration can also support the smooth functioning of an organization's daily operations.

9. Human relations skills A vast variety of skills are relevant to human relations practices, including: Communication:  It's vital that employees can communicate with one another clearly and effectively to ensure alignment, teamwork and transparency. Teamwork:  Collaborative teams that help one another and share responsibilities might communicate healthily. Conflict management:  It's important that teams know how to resolve issues in a mutually beneficial way when they arise.

10. Empathy:  Colleagues who understand one another's unique backgrounds, needs and thoughts may develop a more supportive work environment. Leadership:  Clear leadership can help a team implement human relations practices and stay connected to shared objectives.

11. How to practice human relations in the workplace If you want to practice successful human relations in your own workplace, here are some steps you can use: 1. Develop human relations goals Decide what you'd like to accomplish in your human relations activities and how you plan to measure success. Consider both the employee and employer perspectives to create comprehensive objectives. Examples of human relations goals might include fostering pleasant workplace relationships, providing support for employees facing challenges and celebrating employees' successes.

12. 2. Collaborate with your team Work together with company leaders or teammates to establish your human relations development plan. Consider using focus groups or surveys to gather information about common perceptions of your human relations efforts. Brainstorm together and discuss ways to improve human relations in your workplace. Keep track of your ideas by writing them down or by using an electronic organizational tool. Working with your teammates can help you address issues in the workplace and meet the needs of the workforce.

13. 3. Measure your outcomes Once you've implemented your human relations practices, measure your outcomes to learn if you've been successful. Refer back to your goals to learn what metrics are appropriate for measurement. Then, you can use this information to assess your progress toward the goals you set. If an employee survey noted that many employees would like more opportunities to socialize with their colleagues, for example, you might hold several workplace social functions . You can then use another survey to determine employees' feelings on workplace relationships afterward. Measuring your outcomes can be a good way to determine your human relations success. This is also an opportunity to make adjustments to your human relations practices and implement new ideas. Collaboratively discussing and analyzing human relations data might also be a useful way to determine if any changes would support your human relations efforts.

14. 4. Provide necessary support Provide any necessary training and support to help your teams practice human relations in the workplace. This might involve internal training sessions focusing on human relations skills. Some companies also invite outside trainers or consultants to provide human relations support to their employees. Consider using tools such as  surveys  to garner feedback from employees about their human relations experience in the workplace.