Setting SMART Human Resources Objectives for Business Success

The video discusses the importance of setting SMART objectives in human resources, comparing machinery to human resources management. It emphasizes the need for specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and timebound goals. Key areas for HR objectives include staff engagement, training, talent development, diversity, alignment of values, and matching employee skills to job locations. The video provides examples of SMART objectives and highlights the significance of aligning business values and promoting diversity.

What is the ultimate goal of setting human resources objectives in a business?

• To increase the number of employees

• To maximize employee performance

• To reduce operational costs

• To improve machinery efficiency

Which of the following is NOT a component of a SMART objective?

• Specific

• Measurable

• Achievable

• Flexible

Why is it important for objectives to be timebound?

• To ensure objectives are relevant

• To track progress within a set timeframe

• To increase employee satisfaction

• To make objectives more flexible

Which area is NOT mentioned as a focus for setting human resources objectives?

• Staff engagement

• Diversity

• Training

• Product pricing

How can training benefit an organization according to the video?

• By reducing the number of employees

• By ensuring everyone follows a common methodology

• By increasing operational costs

• By focusing on individual performance

What is a potential risk of focusing solely on talent development?

• It may lead to a decrease in diversity

• It might neglect the improvement of the majority

• It may result in a lack of specific objectives

• It could increase training costs

Why is aligning a business under core values important?

• To reduce the need for SMART objectives

• To ensure all employees have the same job role

• To unite the organization towards common goals

• To increase the number of employees