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The dynamics of human resources are all about transitions. From new hires to terminations, mergers and every company-wide transition in between, the HR department plays a critical role in ensuring critical relationships remain intact and operations continue to run smoothly through every change made at their company.

To boost an HR team’s confidence and agility in managing constant, often impactful organizational changes, there are a number of key end goals for a coaching engagement.

Dr. Chris Allen, a Forbes Coaches Council member, shares a tip to help you be your best.

8. Ensure Access To The Senior Leadership Team

First, I would want to ensure that the senior vice president for HR is on the senior leadership team. It is difficult for HR to deliver value to the organization when they are not a strategic partner to the senior leadership. Second, I would want leadership within HR to ensure that the different functions in HR (benefits, payroll, talent management and so forth) are not siloed and are working together for the organization.

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