Our friends at Indianapolis-based FlashPoint do an outstanding job in talent management and human resources consulting. Below is commentary from the organization’s recent analysis of HR trends, followed by a link to the full article on its web site.

FlashPointers (is that a word?), thanks for the continued excellent work.

First, as an HR leader you must understand the goals and objectives of the business and must root everything you do in driving business outcomes/metrics. In addition, you must be proactive and anticipate business needs, be creative in the way you approach issues of employee engagement and development, and remain nimble and ready to act on a just-in-time basis.

By recognizing these trends and incorporating them into your approach to managing talent, you’ll have a greater impact on your organization, will play a more meaningful role in shaping the company’s direction, and will likely gain more satisfaction and recognition for your efforts.

Read all about the trends here.