HR. Superpowered.

Vision

It’s clear why visionaries are key to the success of people-first businesses—they anticipate change and prepare for the future. These leaders who have the gift of vision can:

Anticipate long term trends, seeing opportunities and challenges

Understand how their current workforce is an asset for the future

Be innovative, yet focused and persistent

Introduction

Introduction Empathy. Vision. Strategy. Connection. Daring.

We call them superpowers because of the tremendous impact they have on individuals and organizations, but in reality, they are just human characteristics that are hallmarks of strong HR leadership.

Empathy

With the power of empathy, HR leaders determine who needs help and how best to provide support. An empathetic HR leader:

Forges emotional connections

Senses challenges

Identifies opportunities for change

Takes action that is rooted in acknowledgment

Daring

Daring Facing uncomfortable realities within their own organization, forging a path through uncharted territory, and taking a stand on social responsibility—daring HR leaders are fearlessly:

Bold and decisive

Unafraid to brave new territory

Willing to act with the courage of their convictions

Strategy

These types of leaders can zoom in and out and see around corners to make better decisions on behalf of the company and their employees. A truly strategic HR leader:

Sees the big and small pictures

Is naturally curious

Anticipates upcoming needs

Is flexible and quick to pivot

Connection

These HR pros leverage their knowledge of building effective networks, facilitating human interaction, and communicating clearly and openly to help people weather challenges. They:

Facilitate collaboration between leadership & employees

Create a common ground that unites people from disparate teams

Understand the metrics & levers needed to create better outcomes

Vision

It’s clear why visionaries are key to the success of people-first businesses—they anticipate change and prepare for the future. These leaders who have the gift of vision can:

Anticipate long term trends, seeing opportunities and challenges

Understand how their current workforce is an asset for the future

Be innovative, yet focused and persistent