| | OCTOBER - 2023MANAGEHRMAGAZINE.COM9both individuals and the company as a whole. This approach has allowed us to reintegrate employees into the office environment while still preserving the flexibility necessary to meet personal and company goals. We're proud of the success this approach has yielded for teams, with numerous success stories that have positively impacted our business.Employee engagement and culture development is a key driver. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that people aspire to be part of. To accomplish this, we conduct quarterly surveys with our people, to track our development and listen to our employee voice. The surveys are followed up with in-person discussions lead by our senior leadership team. We are invested in our people and want to listen and act on suggestions. Employee wellbeing is imbedded in our people centric culture. Healthy employees who find fulfillment in their work and feel a strong sense of belonging within the company, is a recipe for remarkable achievements.Metso have actively facilitated social interactions to create opportunities for our people to reconnect with one another. By promoting such interactions within our organization, employees make significant contributions to our culture development. Our culture is in a constant state of evolution as we strive to become better versions of ourselves every day. While we acknowledge that we're not "perfect," our commitment to continuous improvement drives us forward. Multiple approaches and strategies are constantly evolving in the HR industry. Which among those excites you the most?HR needs to be on par with the ever-evolving business and technology landscape. One intriguing development on the horizon is the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into HR practices. At the outset, I had my reservations, acknowledging that a computer couldn't entirely replicate the human experience. The integration of AI into HR practices holds the potential to free up valuable time for HR professionals by handling repetitive tasks. This, in turn, allows the HR function to focus more on their business partnerships. We should look at how technology can complement HR and have the courage to explore. I am excited about this.What advice about working in the HR sector would you offer aspiring HR entrepreneurs and your peers who will be reading this article?In HR there exists a multitude of opportunities to make meaningful impact, do not underestimate your impact. HR is a diverse field, not one day is the same. If you are open to learning and embrace a growth mindset the journey is filled with opportunity and professional development. We take pride in creating a workplace where employees are encouraged to be themselves and explore their full potential
< Page 8 | Page 10 >