HR anti-trends in 2024: know to forget

Working conditions in the modern world are changing dynamically. The first to face this is HR. They analyze new trends and are responsible for their implementation in the company. It is important for everyone to follow the new rules. Today, let's talk about the opposite - what companies should not do in 2024, or what are the anti-trends in the HR area.

Overtime is the norm.

Arrange with your colleagues to communicate only during business hours and allocate time to your tasks wisely.
40 hours a week is enough to do a good job. No matter how long we work, it will seem like it's not enough. It is important to maintain work-life balance in the first place! This will make your work more productive and avoid overtime.

Excessive control

Be sure to set up a time tracker and an hourly report for each employee. Or you can try screen recording. Stop, we're just kidding. Excessive control increases the stress level of your colleagues and forces them to focus on compliance with your control rather than on completing tasks.

Ignoring AI

Artificial intelligence will not replace your employees. On the contrary, it can become an assistant in their work. Test new technologies in daily tasks and productivity will increase and results will improve.
Also, don't be afraid of the phrase "Oh, you did it again with ChatGPT". It is a steep learning curve to work with AI and process its results properly.

Unified training programs

Yes, almost every company offers additional internal or external training for specialists to improve their skills and deepen their knowledge. However, the same program/courses for everyone is no longer an option. HR should understand that everyone has their own learning needs and a different approach to perceiving information. Personal qualities and resources also affect the specifics of learning.

Ignoring overwork and emotional vulnerability

In 2024, we continue to work in the unstable conditions of war, blackouts and emotional swings. Human resources are exhaustible, and it is impossible to work to exhaustion, so avoiding the topic of mental health in HR is a taboo.

Work without mentors

Many people were taught to swim as children on the principle of "jump in the water and learn by yourself." In 2024, a similar principle does not work. It is important for specialists to have a mentor or a leader who will be their leader and will be able to teach, advise and support them.

Evaluating employees only for hard skills

Technical skills or knowledge of English are certainly important. But what about healthy communication, teamwork, and adaptability? Yes, these skills should now be put on a par with the hard component.

The above list is a checklist of "What should HR no longer use in its work?" If you find something on your to-do list, we recommend revising your work plans and leaving these anti-trends behind and implementing innovations. You and your HR processes will definitely not be left behind!