Do What You Are Good At: Human Resources | Forte

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Do What You Are Good At
Most of us are only good at a few things. I?m a decent tennis player but horrible golfer, decent plumber (around the house) but terrible electrician.

At work, I?m a reasonable sales person but lousy accountant. We learn, often by trial and error, our strengths and our weaknesses. If we are smart, we take advantage of our strengths and find ways to overcome our weaknesses (I will do some plumbing but don?t even think about asking me to do electrical). At work, we usually overcome our weaknesses by hiring people who are better at those things than ourselves. I wouldn?t even consider trying to do my own taxes!

Well, in all my years, I?ve never heard any business owner to tell me he or she is good at Human Resources. In fact, for many businesses, the Human Resources function is a nightmare. And for good reason ? businesses pay out millions of dollars every year in fines, penalties and lawsuits. We all hear about it, read about it, and unfortunately many have firsthand experience. Why anyone would want to do HR themselves is like me doing electrical work. I risk burning down the house to save $500. It makes no sense.

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