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The Human Resource Frame. Bolman and Deal. Assumptions of the Human Resource Frame. Orgs exist to serve human needs rather than the reverse. Ppl and orgs need each other. Orgs need ideas, energy, & talent; ppl need careers, salaries, & opportunities.
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The Human Resource Frame Bolman and Deal
Assumptions of the Human Resource Frame • Orgs exist to serve human needs rather than the reverse. • Ppl and orgs need each other. Orgs need ideas, energy, & talent; ppl need careers, salaries, & opportunities. • When the fit betw individ and system is poor, one or both suffer. Individus are exploited or exploit the org – or both become victims.
A good fit benefits both. Individs find meaning & satisfying work, and orgs get the talent & energy they need to succeed.
Centered on Needs • MaslowTheory Y: Mgmt should organize the organization in such a way that people can achieve their own goals by directing their efforts towards organizational rewards. • Argyris – self actualization needs • Person-structure needs conflict • Direct & control in conflict w/needs of healthy people • Withdrawal – chronic absenteeism or quitting • Psychological Withdrawal – passive / indifferent / apathetic • Restrict output / Deceive / Sabotage • Climb Hierarchy • Alliances (redress power imbalance) • Teach children
Investing in People • Key to successful financial importance • Key to long term success • Takes time & persistence
Building / Implementing an HR Philosophy • Develop a public statement of PR philosophy • “Take care of our people; they in turn will deliver impeccable service demanded by our customers who will reward us with the profitability necessary to secure our future. People – Service – Profit, these three words are the very foundation of Federal Express.” • Build systems and practices to implement the philosophy • Hire the right ppl • Know what you want and be selective http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exu0xVAFpis
Building / Implementing an HR Philosophy • Keep employees • Reward well • Protect jobs • Promote from within • Share the wealth • Invest in Employees • Invest in learning • Create development opportunities
Building / Implementing an HR Philosophy • Empower employees • Provide info and support • Jack Stack • Learn financial & performance measures • Think like owners • Everyone has a stake • Encourage autonomy & participation • Redesign work • Foster self-management teams • Participative mgmt