HR Anecdotes

Performance Management System
After making huge investments in human resources, it makes sense for an organization to assess the impact of this investment. Performance Management System (PMS) is a common and an effective way of assessing the accomplishments of human resources in any organization. PMS, in its concept and technique has gone through an evolutionary process ranging from a tradition, trait approach to a more modern objective-centered approach that has key performance indicators element.

In most cases, PMS twin goals are to assess employee performance in current job as well as the potential that the employee has for future higher responsibilities. The performance review program is an important management tool. PMS guides us in charting the growth of potential employees.

How to write a good resume
Developing a resume is easy but for some could be difficult. Below are a few tips on how to craft an effective resume:

(i) Don't be too lengthy: Candidates always have the tendency to write very long resumes. Lengthy resumes could turn off the recruiter, so be sure that yours is concise and straight to the point.

(ii) Maintain a consistent format: Use consistent format to avoid confusing the employer and do it in chronological order.

(iii) Exposure: Remember to highlight your experience working with several companies be it in the country or region and some major achievements.

(iv) Management Skills: It is important to include any management or supervisory roles that you have undertaken and also soft skills that you have acquired.