ABOUT THE BOOK
A book for real businesses facing the real challenges of changing employee expectations, changing workforce, and the need to deliver an exceptional employee experience to recruit, develop, and retain the best. Based on years of interviews and practical experience, it’s a business book unlike any other.
Center the Pendulum combines the compelling and relatable story of an HR leader is a tough spot, in a company facing disaster. It tells the fictional story of Jenn Clarke, taking on the massive challenge of helping turn around a manufacturing business on the brink. The story is based on real HR people’s stories, facing real challenges, and overcoming them with real solutions. It’s easy to read, fast-paced, and actually fun.
Beyond a compelling story with relatable characters, Center The Pendulum mixes real-world case studies of HR and business leaders tackling exactly the same problems as our main character, Jenn. Bringing together a heartfelt story and the advice and experience of the real world means every HR and business leader will take something valuable and practical from this book.
At the heart of the story of Jenn Clarke is the challenge that every HR leader faces – how to balance the needs of the company with the expectations of the employee. Her role, and the role of every HR leader, is to bring both into balance. Building a culture and workplace that meets the needs of business while still delivering the employee experience that attracts and retains the best is at the heart of this story, and is the pendulum that Jenn must bring to the center.
Get a taste of this unique style of storytelling and practical HR insights drawn from the experiences of global HR leaders.
By far one of the best HR books I've ever read. This book will have a big impact on many HR professionals and the best bit - I loved the story of Jenn!
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Anya Shaw
HR County Director