In many companies, the human resource component of a line manager/supervisor position is at least 50 percent of total responsibilities. But managers and supervisors often find themselves overwhelmed by — or even ill-prepared for — the responsibility of having to select, train, evaluate, discipline, and reward their direct reports. Written especially for the emerging manager, Frontline HR provides an excellent guide to successfully navigate through the challenges of supervising employees.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Coverage: An excellent reference that managers will consult again and again, this resourceful handbook is packed with insightful coverage of challenging issues facing frontline managers, including legal concerns; recruiting and retaining; evaluation and development; coaching and discipline; motivation and rewards; safety and security needs; budgeting; and much more.
  
• Step-by-Step Guidelines: Each of the 10 chapters includes an overview of a major function of HR practice, along with step-by-step instructions for effectively executing the function, as well as a valuable manager’s toolkit with helpful forms, tips sheets, and Web sites.
  
• Real-World Examples: Chapters also include a “Manager’s Dilemma” section detailing common managerial issues and their solutions. In addition, a benchmarking section describes how companies handle a particular HR function, spotlighting the role of their managers in performing the function. Examples highlight a variety of companies, ranging in size from a few hundred employees to thousands.