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Human Resources: The Good, The Bad & The Possible

This episode of Big Blend Radio's SUCCESS EXPRESS Business & Career Show features author, professional coach, and organizational trainer Rita Sever who discusses the good, the bad, and the possible when it comes to human resources.


Topics of discussion include:

- What does a good HR department cover? 

- What are some traits of a good HR person? 

- When and how does HR not work? 

- How does it impact staff when HR is not trusted? 

- What is the best possible role of HR?

- What does HR need to do their best?

- What impact does effective HR have on staff, leadership, bottom line? 


Rita Sever is a regular expert guest on Big Blend Radio. She is the author of “SUPERVISION MATTERS: 100 Bite-sized Ideas to Transform You and Your Team,” and “LEADING FOR JUSTICE: Supervision, HR, and Culture.” Learn more at https://supervisionmatters.com/ 

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