Coaching and Mentoring

These are development techniques normally based on the use of one-to-one discussions to enhance an individuals skill, knowledge and work performance. Distinctions are normally drawn between coaching and mentoring although in practise the two terms are often used interchangeably. While the formal focus is on coaching, much of the analysis presented also applies to mentoring. On this particular topic we are going to expand on the differences between coaching, mentoring and counselling.

• the differences between coaching, mentoring and counselling
• developing a coaching culture
• who delivers coaching in Europe, USA, Australia and Asian organisations
• when is coaching the best development intervention
• the role of HR in managing coaching activities

Recruitment

Recruitment is a very important aspect of Human Resources and the process consists of having the right person, in the right place, at the right time. It is of vital importance to organisational practise and is often evaluated to show its effectiveness. Therefore its is classified as one of the most critical process or activity not only for the HR Team but for the line managers and everyone involved in the selection process as people look for different contributing factors in their department. All involved  in the recruitment activities should be equipped with the appropriate knowledge and skills in order to have the best assets(recruit).

Lately there are other contributing factors that have to be weighed in which were rather ignored and have been encouraged as a basis for diverse purposes. Therefore diversity has to be taken into consideration every step of the recruitment process and reviewed to make sure that there are no mitigating bias factors which has led to most tribunal cases in the recruitment activity. Another important aspect will be to be aware of discriminating circumstances that can be easily be avoided, so that the best person for the job is selected without any of the above factors influencing the result.