Why Being in HR Right Now Feels Like an Impossible Job

Let me be completely honest with you: this post is one of the hardest that I have ever written, but I think that too many are skipping over the realities of what the HR profession looks like right now.

One of the most common things I am seeing is watching colleagues leave the HR profession in their droves, and it’s heartbreaking. These are talented, passionate people who once loved what they did. But right now? Being in HR feels less like a rewarding profession and more like being stuck between a rock and a very hard place, with everyone expecting you to perform miracles whilst the ground keeps shifting beneath your feet.

And I know that many are not alone in feeling this way.

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HR Unboxed Episode 8 is Here! The One With the Line Managers

In episode 8 of HR Unboxed, Faye and I really wanted to highlight how challenging the role of being a manger can truly be. With today’s fast-paced way of life and changing expectations from employees, middle managers occupy perhaps the most challenging position in any business.

Sandwiched between executive leadership and frontline employees, these professionals must simultaneously implement strategic directives from above while addressing the practical concerns of those they supervise. This delicate balancing act requires exceptional communication skills, emotional intelligence, and resilience.

Listen to the episode 8 here on Spotify.

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