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HR Library Seminar: Driving Business Success in HR

On April 12, 2025, the HR Library, located in the heart of Chuo, Tokyo, conducted a hybrid seminar titled ‘Work Methodologies of Business-Driven HR Professionals.’ This event attracted HR professionals from various backgrounds, ranging from newcomers to seasoned veterans, all eager to enhance their contributions to business success. The seminar was led by Yosuke Yoshida, the library director, and aimed at equipping attendees with a condensed yet comprehensive understanding of effective HR strategies directly linked to business promotion.

Background and Purpose of the Seminar

Many HR professionals express feelings of uncertainty regarding their daily operations, often overwhelmed by the volume of their tasks. Common statements include:

• - "I worry if I’m doing things right despite being busy."
• - "It's hard to feel the impact of my work."
• - "I want to engage more with business objectives, but communication with management remains a hurdle."

To address these concerns, the seminar was designed to provide a clear structure for engaging with business needs through effective HR practices. Rather than focusing solely on administrative tasks, the event emphasized a methodical approach to align HR strategies with organizational goals, thereby ensuring clear results.

Event Overview

• - Event Name: Hybrid Seminar on Work Methodologies of Business-Driven HR Professionals
• - Date and Time: April 12, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. (Note: This seminar is part of a series held on multiple dates)
• - Location: HR Library, 1-12-7 Nihonbashikakigaracho, Chuo, Tokyo, and online
• - Speaker: Yosuke Yoshida, Director of HR Library
• - Theme: Understanding the six-step process for HR professionals to support business initiatives: Know, Reflect, Think, Challenge, Act, Review.

Participant Reactions

Feedback from attendees indicated a high level of satisfaction:

• - “The three hours were packed with insights relevant to our department! Knowing the professional perspective on HR has opened my eyes to essential elements that I was previously unaware of.”
• - “Understanding the thought processes and workflows of seasoned HR professionals was enlightening. I realized that most of the crucial groundwork is in the ‘Know’ and ‘Reflect’ phases.”
• - “It’s rare to find an opportunity to learn systematically about what is expected from HR professionals; this seminar fulfilled that need.”
• - “The practical focus made it easier to visualize where to dedicate my time and effort as an HR professional.”
• - “The discussion highlighted the importance of understanding the struggles of business leaders, which is critical for delivering value in HR roles.”

This feedback suggests that participants left with a better understanding of their current standings and received actionable insights for fostering business development through HR strategies.

Key Achievements and Future Directions

The seminar proved fruitful in several key areas:

• - Acquisition of a Business Perspective: Attendees shifted from traditional HR roles focused on administration to embracing the viewpoint of a Business-Driven HR Professional, emphasizing the importance of contributing to business outcomes.
• - Practical Framework: Participants were introduced to a six-step process—Know, Reflect, Think, Challenge, Act, Review—which they can apply immediately in their roles. A deeper comprehension of ‘Know’ (business understanding) and ‘Reflect’ (confronting dualities) was particularly noted.
• - Clarified Challenges and Encouraged Action: Individuals recognized gaps in their knowledge and skills, fostering specific themes for future learning and implementation.

The HR Library aims to continue providing actionable educational opportunities that empower HR professionals to contribute strategically to their organizations. Future events and programs will be offered to deepen knowledge in the HR domain and facilitate community connections. The Business-Driven HR Professionals' Work Methodologies seminar will continue to be held on multiple dates, inviting interested parties to participate actively.

About HR Library

Established on April 1, 2024, the HR Library serves as a co-working community for HR-related professionals. With over 2,500 HR-related books and a membership base exceeding 600 individuals, it operates under the tagline, “Together we learn, we shape the future.”
Location: 1-12-7 Nihonbashikakigaracho, Chuo, Tokyo
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