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Hello. Thank you for your comment. Congratulations on the new role 🎉 I hope it goes well. Happy to share more in case you have any specific questions. You can email me on info@focusyourself.co.uk

Hi. They aren’t the same but succession planning should contribute to a workforce planning process. Workforce planning - which can be operational or strategic - is all about business demand and supply of resources, succession planning identified key roles and critical people. Both process are rarely done properly in many organisations as HR in the U.K. often expect a business to drive it and they don’t have time so it gets ignored.

Hi. I am not publishing for now but planning to get back to it. Did you have any specific questions? You can always email on info@focusyourself.co.uk happy to help.

Hi. I am not publishing for now but planning to get back to it. Did you have any specific questions? You can always email on info@focusyourself.co.uk happy to help.

@@SanjaWilliams thanks for replying, I’m starting a new job on Monday in HR as an assistant, it’s a completely new role and sector for me. I was wondering if you had any tips on how to hit the ground running, or just things I should be aware of :)

@@littlemisst1 congratulations on getting a new job 🎉 in terms of being an HR assistant, I would suggest you understand the following: HR operating model - how they do things How employees they have How many managers What things have to be done manually What HR system they use (get training on it) Make sure you get training on HR data compliance (how to handle personal data Information etc) Agree objectives and break them down into quarters Check in regularly with you manager on how you are doing See what projects you can get involved in Offer to lead on things and make changes/little improvements Hope this helps for now Good luck Sanja

@@SanjaWilliamsThank you so much 🙏

Hello, yes absolutely. I completed level 3 CIPD level which I paid for myself and simply looked for HR jobs. I would encourage you to consider HR apprentice route, you get paid further CIPD qualifications, work and earn money. They didn't have these when I started working sadly. UK based only as not sure where you live.

Hi Karoline, first of all congratulations on doing your master's degree. I assume it is in HR. If not, what have you chosen to focus on? In order to work in HR, there is no essential and formal requirements, although people do complete courses, often study for a degree in HR etc which does help and looks good on your CV. Do you have graduate schemes in Germany as they are a great way into this field. Graduate schemes are very popular in the UK. What did you study as your undergraduate degree?

Hi Kelly, this is an interesting question. All of my videos are about a workplace context and situations. Your question is outside my expertise, however, if you don't like what has been happening and you want to move on, consider confirming this so there is no ambiguity. If it still persists, then consider blocking the person in question. If you cannot define what you want, then consider exploring emotions and how the situation and person makes you feel. I find emotions are the best teachers. I suggest you explore Dr Susan David's comet about emotional agility - www.susandavid.com there is a book and online quiz if you wish to learn more about it and yourself.

Hi Tanya, CHRO - as in chief Human Resources officers - are usually senior roles. If you don't have any prior HR experience, this role is going to be a challenge to get. You mention you work in compliance, what kind of compliance are we talking about here? I am keen you consider transferable skills first. Where do you work out of interest?

@@SanjaWilliams ok so what is the best i can do in order to move forward Because at the moment i am also handling a team and next my position would be team leader ( i am only scared because the organization i work for has a very linear position growth after team leader its AOM and then several others in which people are already there and once i get to team leader it's very hard to move forward)has handling a team of 4 people under me for compliance itself So when you work in NHS Trust you need to go through the standard framework i.e their DBS OH AND several others i look after those What do you suggest what is the best i can do In HR GIVEN THIS SCENARIO

@@tanya7550 Ok all noted. As you mention you work in NHS, have you considered asking their HR teams about best options to transfer. I am sure they offer apprenticeship scheme and graduate schemes in HR. Salaries can be lower but if you do want to transition explore it internally first. This is what I would do. Salaries do go up so it wouldn’t be forever on a lower salary if you can afford it. I often find people want to make external moves without exploring internal moves first. You as an internal employee would have better chances than external ones. So as your first step, contact someone in HR to explain the routes etc sometimes you could transition and transfer as a normal role as maybe there is HR compliance team for example or operations etc and work your way around without apprenticeship and grad schemes.

@@SanjaWilliams but since it's an OFFSHORE recruitment services model so it's a little bit difficult to get to the hr department

@@tanya7550 I see. If you aren’t based in England then yes it will be a different challenge. I suggest you explore HR opportunities/career paths where you live and try and find some HR professionals who are there for advice. Could you invest in some HR courses to see what’s it all about?

Hi, random calls to you from managers or employees will depend on which HR operating model you work in. So if you have shared services, HR operations in place who deal with initial queries, then those calls need to go them to respond to or emails to respond to. In large organisations, managers and employees need to raise a ticket in the system. If there is no such thing in place where you are, then you need to re-contract with your allocated business areas as to what they need to contact you for. Try to do some analysis as to what they contact you about it and produce FAQs docs or links or information you can provide. Also, try to schedule an hour of each day to review and respond to emails or missed calls. You dont have to answer it as soon as they call you. If you have teams, perhaps they can drop messages there and you can respond when you have allocated the slot each day to do this. This work is viewed as reactive and I can see why you wouldn't want to do it. How big is the HR function you work in? Large organisations are great at this, small to medium you can expect all sorts of things to do you would never do in a large organisation that is set up properly.

They need to raise this with their manager and/or their HR Business Partner/HR manager to represent further and ensure it is on a relevant succession plan. If is there a talent/career profile section in your HR, then it needs to be stated there too. Do you do regular succession plan reviews at your work place?

@@SanjaWilliams To answer your question at the end, I don't know. However, I am an external corporate coach, so I was coaching another career professional on this and it was my first time interacting with this topic. Going to HR is a good first step it sounds like.

@@JenKumar I agree. They need to state what they are interested in. So if their organisation conducts regular talent reviews and succession planning, their name should be mentioned and skills/experience and aspiration discussed. Many organisations aren’t great at this btw

@@SanjaWilliams It's too bad that many organizations aren't good at this... Well I can understand how easy it is to get caught up into the day to day business and miss this opportunity. That is what it is- an opportunity. There is so much wisdom that goes untapped due to this I can imagine.

@@JenKumar Indeed, so therefore HR function usually drives this by having good frameworks in place etc and leads on these meetings with business leaders

Hello, thank you for this kind comment. I am planning to get back to making videos after a loooong break. I am happy to answer any questions you may have from time to time, email me on info@focusyourself.co.uk as and when needed in your role :)

@SanjaWilliams Thank you too! That's very kind of you. Hopefully i can manage, the BP role is a step up for me having previously done operational HR and specialist ER for several years so things like succession planning, restructuring and engagement surveys/ action planning scared me a bit so was glad your videos were the first to pop up when i searched for help for BPs. Many thanks again! :)

@@starryeye3482 Sounds like you have managed the transition really well. It gets easier with experience and each organisation tends to do things differently but the principles should be the same and purpose of any tools and action planning is to ensure an organisation has an effective and efficient workforce.

Thank you for this kind comment. This was my first video, I was quite nervous, planning to remake it. Let me know if you have any immediate questions.

Hello, I would say that HR qualifications aren't necessary to have, however, they do look good on your CV and show you are serious about it. So go for it if you can afford it.

Hello, how many people do you manage? Does the company you work for have any performance management framework and system in place? If yes, then apply those principles first. I would say you need to have regular meetings to see how they are doing and help they need. Try downloading this, it is free to help you understand different levels of performance and to help you give feedback if there is nothing in place where you work - www.focusyourself.co.uk/product-page/free-performance-management-descriptors-explained

I agree, manufacturing sector does require a different HR model in place.

Thank you for this lovely comment, I am trying to prepare myself mentally for making more videos. I do miss it. Once you stop, it is so difficult to get back into it for some reason. Hope you are doing well too. I do send weekly newsletters, so perhaps one way to stay in better and regular contact is to add your email to the list, you can always email me directly too www.focusyourself.co.uk Speak soon

@@SanjaWilliams Aww nice to hear from you. Yeah do take your time and do what's best for you. I will definitely add my email to the list so at least we are still in touch because there was a time I really wanted to speak to you as I had an interview but didn't bother to come here as it was so urgent and I knew it might take time for you to get the message. Yeah email sounds great. You take care and just to let you know you are doing a great job. Take care and stay blessed🙏

@@estherelufowoju3166 I do check my emails daily so that's an option to use going forward as and when you need advice :)

Absolutely. I would start applying for HR apprenticeship schemes, you get to work, earn money and get qualifications paid for. Could you afford you start at a lower salary as you build your career?

@@SanjaWilliams Ooooh yes that’s sounds like an amazing idea ! And yes no problem for the lower salary as long as I do something I am very interested.

@@sharon.l7465 Good luck, check out EON, and larger companies.

@@SanjaWilliams Ok thank you very much for your time and your kindness. +1 subscriber 😄

@@sharon.l7465 Always happy to help, I do get back to everyone who messages so don't hesitate to contact me again :) thank you for subscribing

It is a shop in England called Next. This was bought nearly 15 years ago, so not sure if you can still find it. There are many options if you look for a couple walking together you will get some ideas.

I 100% agree, it is so difficult to get into it and even with HR admin roles, it then difficult to progress any further. I always suggest to people to work in larger organisations for better internal opportunities that would not be available to external candidates.

Hello, if you are already in the UK, you can work 20h a week. Check your visa, so look for part time jobs instead. See if there are any part time jobs at your Uni. Once you graduate, I understand people from India can stay for up to 2h without sponsorship. Are you already here? Please note I am not an immigration adviser.

Hello. Where did you find labour courses in the UK? Over here we call it employment law and employee relations where employment law and best practice is followed and implemented.

Thank you Alberto, do you work in HR?

Hi, I hope the offer materialises soon. Congratulations in any event. If you already work in HR, have an MBA. I wouldn't do anything else for now. If you want and have time and money, then yes go for a master's in HR. Even psychology is a good combination. If you are in the UK you can complete CIPD courses and you have similar ones in the USA/Australia etc that are more HR specific. Hope this helps. Let me know if you have any more queries. Good luck.

Hello. Glad to see you have found it helpful. Happy to help with your transition as and when needed. You can always book a call with me - www.focusyourself.co.uk/book-online hope it goes well. Sounds great.

This is a great question. In terms of family members to inherit and run a business, you are a limited here in terms of options as it will go to a family member regardless, however, the same principles should apply if it is not clear to whom it should go. Assess if they have the right skills and behaviours required to run a business if not assist with training or simply find other people who they can rely on for their gaps. Is this something you are dealing with at the moment?

Will do, great suggestion to get me back on track with making videos. We all need to be aware of it as an employee and also as someone who may support this process as a manager or HR person.

Hi Cindy, hope you are well. Thank you for this kind comment. Are you currently applying for new role or landed a new role?

Hello :) hope you are well.

@@SanjaWilliams I like your contact

@@muzammiljilani5828 thank you ❤️

Hi Evelyn, yes. Is this an HR consultant role for a consultancy that provides people advisory services or in house for one company only? Just to add, I have gone for a senior people consultant role for Capgemini and my examples worked. I was offered the role. I declined it as I was offered another one I wanted. Happy to support you in your interviews and work projects. You can always book a call with me when required - www.focusyourself.co.uk/book-online Good luck Sanja

Thank you. How are you navigating the world of work?

@@SanjaWilliams Well everyday comes with new challenges and learnings. However feels lucky to have a work which I love 😇

@@sunnana.k.fasihi8337 great attitude. That’s how I feel too

@@SanjaWilliams 🤩

It’s really difficult for me to suggest if you need a work visa to live and work here. I am aware that many people from India come to study over here which would allow them to work part time - 20h a week. When they graduate they can stay for 2 years without a sponsor after which they need a sponsor to stay.

Can you suggest some courses to do that will add value to my career in human resources? I'm very interested in psychology and emotional intelligence.