{"product_id":"the-chief-hr-officer-hardcover","title":"The Chief HR Officer - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003ePatrick M. Wright\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor), \u003cb\u003eJohn W. Boudreau\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor), \u003cb\u003eDavid Pace\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Through the insights of some of the country's most successful CHROs, the authors reveal to current and aspiring CHROs what they should consider in the new and challengingly field of HR. It shows the next generation of leaders how to best prepare themselves for the top roles that they aspire to. In a version of, \"if I only knew then what I know now,\" this book provides real world insight and pragmatic suggestions that will improve the aspiring CHRO's chances for success in one of the most demanding executive roles in the corporate world today\"--Provided by publisher.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePraise for\u003c\/i\u003e THE CHIEF HR OFFICER\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The strategic portfolio of issues addressed and the sage wisdom and perspectives shared make this book a powerful transformation tool.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--Jodee Kozlak, \u003c\/b\u003e executive vice president, Human Resources, Target Corporation \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"An up-to-the-minute guide as to what is happening to the field of human resources through the eyes of those in charge of it.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--Peter Cappelli, \u003c\/b\u003e George W. Taylor Professor of Management and director, Center for Human Resources, Wharton School \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This is a definitive guide for human resources leaders who are at the frontlines of competitiveness for their organizations.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--David A. Rodriguez, \u003c\/b\u003e executive vice president and chief human resources officer, Marriott International \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This book is a must-read for all HR professionals to understand the evolution of how far we've come as a function and how much more we have to contribute to the success of the enterprise.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--William J. Conaty, \u003c\/b\u003e former senior vice president, Human Resources, General Electric Corporation \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This book is a treasure-trove of insights that will elevate the practice of human resource management to a whole new level in the twenty-first century.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--Lee D. Dyer, \u003c\/b\u003e professor and chair, Department of Human Resource Studies, Cornell University \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"As a CEO who understands how important managing human capital is to delivering business results, \u003ci\u003eThe Chief HR Officer\u003c\/i\u003e is an invaluable resource.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--Russ Fradin, \u003c\/b\u003e CEO, Aon Hewitt \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This is a must-read for state-of-the-art in human resource management.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--Scott A. Snell, \u003c\/b\u003e E. Thayer Bigelow Professor of Business Administration, Darden Graduate School of Business, University of Virginia \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCopublished with the \u003cb\u003eSociety for Human Resource Management (SHRM)\u003c\/b\u003e, the world's largest association devoted to human resource management. The Society serves the needs of HR professionals and advances the interests of the HR profession. Founded in 1948, SHRM has more than 250,000 members in over 140 countries, and more than 575 affiliated chapters. Visit www.shrm.org.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePraise for\u003c\/i\u003e THE CHIEF HR OFFICER\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Chief HR Officer\u003c\/i\u003e offers the most current thinking on the evolving role of the chief human resource officer (CHRO). An essential resource for experienced and aspiring CHROs, the book shows leaders how to best prepare for and perform this critical role. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive book shows how, in today's extremely competitive work environment, the job of the CHRO has expanded to encompass many important roles. Among other things, HR leaders must adapt to and address the demands of an increasingly diverse and demanding workforce, globalization, stricter regulatory requirements, increased accountability to the CEO and board of directors, and the complexity of leading the HR function with often limited resources. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis vital guide is filled with rare insights and practical guidance from some of the country's most successful CHROs who have been in the trenches as well as top academics researching the field including Randy MacDonald (IBM), Eva Sage-Gavin (Gap Inc.), L. Kevin Cox (American Express), Mirian M. Graddick-Weir (Merck), and Dave Ulrich (Ross School of Business, University of Michigan, and The RBL Group). \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSponsored by the National Academy of Human Resources (NAHR), the book covers a wealth of topics including how to develop a perspective and set of skills to effectively lead and perform in the role and how to approach strategy, management, leadership, ethics, and talent. In addition, the authors include information on forming and implementing activities that will further the firm's strategy, advice for coaching and counseling the CEO, and much more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE EDITOR\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePATRICK M. WRIGHT, Ph.D., \u003c\/b\u003e is the William J. Conaty GE Professor of Strategic Human Resources in the School of ILR at Cornell University. He teaches and conducts research in the area of strategic human resource management, with a particular focus on how HR practices, the HR function, and HR leaders can affect firm performance. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF HUMAN RESOURCES (NAHR)\u003c\/b\u003e is an honorific organization where individuals and institutions of distinction in human resources are recognized for exceptional professional achievement by election as \"Fellows of the NAHR.\" In addition, the NAHR furthers the HR profession through the Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO) Academy and other philanthropic and educational activities. For more information visit www.nationalacademyhr.org. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCopublished with the \u003cb\u003eSociety for Human Resource Management (SHRM), \u003c\/b\u003e the world's largest association devoted to human resource management. The Society serves the needs of HR professionals and advances the interests of the HR profession. Founded in 1948, SHRM has more than 250,000 members in over 140 countries, and more than 575 affiliated chapters. Visit www.shrm.org.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 336\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.3 x 9.1 x 6.1 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 19, 2011\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45343884935270,"sku":"9780470905340","price":101.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/7255\/0758\/files\/UjR4WXdTbjhBSXhTSGx4V1UyTVNhdz09.webp?v=1774961209","url":"https:\/\/infinitylightwa.com\/products\/the-chief-hr-officer-hardcover","provider":"Infinity Light","version":"1.0","type":"link"}