“Gamlem and Mitchell have done a brilliant job of providing a roadmap for the secrets of successfully managing people in today’s complex business environment. The authors understand the history and roots of the human resources profession as well as the importance of embracing change to meet the challenges of the present and the future. The Big Book of HR is comprehensive, yet concise and is an essential reference for every HR professional, manager and business owner.”
—Mary Walter Arthur, SPHR, director, Talent Acquisition, Enviva Biomass
“I am pleased to see such a robust resource that will help guide human resource professionals in their human capital investment. This book provides a human capital framework for areas in selecting and retaining top talent, employee engagement programs, and total rewards. These types of programs will help drive the strategy and mission of the organization, lead to a highly engaged, committed workforce and significantly improve overall performance and profitability.”
—Angela Galyean, vice president, Human Resources, Intelsat
“I am excited about this new edition of The Big Book of HR—a comprehensive HR management guidebook. Offering practical and useful tips to put knowledge into practice, this is a ‘must have’ for managers of all levels. I’m recommending it for use in my organization.”
—Judy Perrault, CEO, Mindbank
“In this comprehensive book, the authors provide readers with a wealth of information, stories, resources, and discussion questions to guide you through the wonderful world of human resources. Mitchell and Gamlem are respected experts in HR and have generously shared their knowledge and experiences in this valuable new book.”
—Sharon Armstrong, author of The Essential Performance Review Handbook
and The Essential HR Handbook
“To attain wisdom, you must first learn the language of your audience. Next you must walk in their shoes, cut down a few trees in the forest and blaze a new trail on your own. Finally, you need to simplify and just know where that 5-cent washer needs to go to keep the Rube Goldberg contraption running well. The Big Book of HR, like it’s two authors, rises to and even transcends all three levels.”
—Gerry Crispin, SPHR, co-founder, CareerXroads
“The Big Book of HR is a great HR reference book that covers virtually all areas of the human resources field—a one source of relevant information. The chapters include everything from the legal aspects of the employment relationship to the core function of HR which is attracting and developing talent for the organization. It is a practical guide which is easy to follow and provides solid recommendations on how to lead an HR organization for the benefit of the enterprise it supports. If I could only have one HR book on my shelf, this would be the one.
—Gus Siekierka, retired VP and chief HR officer, CSC
“HR Professionals: Buy it, read it, rely on it and you will never regret it! Although there are lots of books on HR, The Big Book of HR is best guide for an HR practitioner out there. Regardless if you are new to the profession or tenured, The Big Book will become a reference companion to your daily work. Throughout the book it is extremely clear that Mitchell and Gamlem are seasoned professionals in the industry. Their ability to break down the concepts and apply the to situations an HR professional will come across daily ensure that this book will be well worn and dog eared. I was very impressed by the way they conveyed ‘insights’ or ‘things to be aware of’ that most practitioners only learn through trial and error. I wish I had this book when I was starting out! The book also allows you to lean on leaders in the HR profession as if they were sitting in the desk beside you.”
—Sarah Rajtick, principal, Rajtick Consulting