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Operational Playbook for HR Leaders

A revolutionary and road-tested capability framework to achieve HR excellence.

The role of CHROs and HR leaders has never been more critical or more complex. Today’s CHROs are expected to drive their organizations forward – balancing strategic vision with operational execution while influencing a diverse set of stakeholders. The Operational Playbook for HR Leaders provides relevant insights to help HR leaders anticipate roadblocks, navigate detours, and unlock the influence needed to drive operational success.

The Operational Playbook for HR Leaders is more than a framework – it’s the path forward. Built for HR leaders, the Playbook combines a proven capability model and curated tools to drive your HR operations forward. Use this playbook to deliver measurable impact and unlock lasting influence.

The Operational Playbook for HR Leaders includes more than just tools and research. Partnering with an Executive Advisor provides a trusted partner, helping you align goals, navigate competing priorities, and translate initiatives into impact. This seasoned HR practitioner helps you transform the Playbook concepts into action.

Are you a CHRO? Do more with the Comprehensive CHRO Playbook.

CHROs must apply both strategic foresight and operational rigor in their role. The CHRO Playbook outlines essential capabilities – both strategic and operational – that CHROs must balance with intention. From designing a business aligned HR strategy to applying talent analytics, every capability leads to the ultimate outcome: organizational influence.

The CHRO Playbook provides a structured and proven framework, along with Executive Counselor guidance and the most relevant research and tools, to help you:

  • Clarify strategic and operational capabilities through a revolutionary and road-tested framework.
  • Strengthen influence and make measurable progress with experienced Executive Counselor support.
  • Take time for self-reflection using a capability assessment.
  • Increase your effectiveness and impact related to the capabilities you’ve identified as critical to your success.

Consider a membership with access to the CHRO Playbook paired with support from our Executive Counselors to unlock lasting influence. Connect with your Member Services Director for more information.


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