Want to know one of the most effective and super simple things you can do to be a more effective HR practitioner?

Something that you can do multiple times a day in practically any situation.

Do nothing…

Say nothing…

just PAUSE 😦

I learnt very quickly in my career the power of a pause

Taking a pause before speaking or acting can help you;

⏸️gather your thoughts
⏸️regulate your emotions
⏸️see more clearly
⏸️find the right words
⏸️communicate more effectively
⏸️avoid misunderstandings
⏸️de-escalate situations

In HR we deal with some heavy stuff – mediating conflicts, providing feedback, giving advice and making significant decisions.

A pause could be the simple difference between a positive and negative outcome.

Don’t know the right answer?
PAUSE

Responding to a complaint or grievance?
PAUSE

Been asked for your advice or feedback?
PAUSE

Has someone frustrated or offended you?
PAUSE

Speaking with someone who holds a different opinion?
PAUSE

Been triggered by confronting feedback?
PAUSE

Are emotions running high?
PAUSE

Feeling overwhelmed?
PAUSE

About to hit send on an important email?
PAUSE

It doesn’t matter if for a couple of seconds, or a couple of days – that pause could save you further time, stress and headaches.

It’s time to get comfortable with silence