Human Resources Guidebook: Fifth Edition

Attracting and retaining the best employees is a herculean task, perhaps the most demanding one for today's manager. The Human Resources Guidebook can be a valuable resource for the manager who needs a thorough knowledge of all issues relating to employees. The book describes how to plan for the appropriate staffing and skill levels, as well as how to design jobs and tailor recruiting campaigns to attract the correct types of candidates. There is extensive coverage of employee development, including career development, training programs, and succession planning. It also notes the many types of compensation and benefits, as well as their tax implications, and finishes with coverage of legal issues, including discrimination, related laws, and records management requirements. In essence, the Human Resources Guidebook is the one-stop source for anyone who wants to develop a more effective human resources capability.