The most important asset of any organization is its people. Internal influence (the firm culture) and external influence (the candidate) play an equal part in the recruiting process. It is important to create a culture which makes the employer stand out amongst its peers, as this helps to attract qualified applicants. Building a solid reputation is critical to attracting the right kind of employees. It is beneficial to work with and utilize the expertise of an outside professional to help build and enhance company culture.

To rate the presence and effectiveness of your current HR activities and programs, you should conduct a human resources audit. The results of this serve as a guide to the current state of your company’s HR functions, which activities should be revised, and to what level you need to improve your overall HR program. Whether you feel exposed because you’re lacking compliance on employee regulations or your sense there is discord between employees, a thorough outline and assessment of corrective action from an experienced professional can not only protect the company, but improve your employee relations.