Strategic Business Partner: Aligning People Strategies with Business Goals [Hardcover]

Dana Gaines Robinson (Author), James C Robinson (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1576752836 | ISBN-13: 978-1576752838 | Publication Date: February 10, 2005

There is no more critical role for today's human resource professionals than that of Strategic Business partner (SBP). SBPs demonstrate competence in many ways - through their questioning of clients, their knowledge of the business, and their ability to translate business needs into performance requirements and people initiatives. But performing effectively as an SBP requires use of a mental model as a guide or rudder. This practical book provides that model. Experts Dana and Jim Robinson describe the four key concepts integral to this mental model and critical to success as an SBP. They describe the three accountabilities SBPs must accomplish: access to those accountable for achieving business results; credibility with clients; and trustworthiness for delivering results, working with integrity, and supporting the organization's values. The authors' detailed analysis of this subject makes Strategic Business Partner required reading for human resource pros on the way up the ladder.

Editorial Reviews

Review

It’s like having your own strategy coach in the room with you, always accessible and offering wise advice and counsel. -- Jim Kouzes, Coauthor of the bestselling book, The Leadership Challenge

The real life examples and the ‘something you can do’ activities make this a true field book for HR professionals. -- Jayne M. Williams, SPHR, Vice President and HR Learning Strategist, Wachovia

This book is eminently readable, applicable and above all, inspiring. It is a superbly executed, must-read A to Z! -- Harold Stolovitch, Ph.D., CPT , Author, Telling Ain’t Training and Training Ain’t Performance

This book should be required reading for all HR, OD and Workplace Learning and Performance practitioners today. -- William J. Rothwell, Ph.D., coauthor of Strategic HR Leader and The Strategic Development of Talent

This is the best combination of the strategic and tactical I’ve seen. It is downright practical. -- Dr. Jac Fitz-enz, Founder & CEO, Human Capital Source

About the Author

Dana Gaines Robinson founded Partners in Change, Inc. in 1981. Prior to becoming an external consultant, Dana was an internal Human Resources (HR) Manager professional for nine years. Dana and Jim Robinson have been presented with the Distinguished Contribution Award for Workplace Learning and Performance. This award recognizes their landmark work in performance improvement and their sustained impact in the training and human resources industries. Jim Robinson is a consultant and leader in the areas of human performance improvement (HPI) and performance technology. Jim has consulted with numerous Fortune 500 organizations including BankOne, Penn National Insurance, Pitney Bowes, Wachovia Corporation, Wal-Mart Logistics Division and YMCA.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 283 pages
• Publisher: Berrett-Koehler Publishers (February 10, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1576752836
• ISBN-13: 978-1576752838
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.1 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #271,789 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must for Human Resources professionals, July 7, 2008

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Eduardo Saleh Sabat (Santiago, Chile) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Strategic Business Partner: Aligning People Strategies with Business Goals (Hardcover)

This is the best definition of the HRD role I have ever read. I have been practicing these techniques in my own role as an external consultant, they have helped me a lot. I always suggest my clients to read it, specially to those involved in the HRD departments. This a very practical way of being more strategic and have a real impact on the company you are working on. Also this new perspective, full of examples and "how to" guides, will give HR people real influence on businees issues. I strongly recommend this book.

4.0 out of 5 stars Strategic Business Partner, September 11, 2009

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Timothy Atkins - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Strategic Business Partner: Aligning People Strategies with Business Goals (Hardcover)

Well written coaching guide for HR folks wanting to be more strategic in their work w/ organizations. Good working examples throughout to get you thinking of where you can add value as well as items to work on for your specific situation.

I happened to meet Dana & Jim Robinson since they live in my neck of the woods. Extremely nice people & well versed in the strategy modes.

2 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The HR pro as business partner, April 12, 2006

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D. Donovan, Editor/Sr. Reviewer "California B... (California, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Strategic Business Partner: Aligning People Strategies with Business Goals (Hardcover)

Dana Gaines and James C. Robinson's STRATEGIC BUSINESS PARTNER: ALIGNING PEOPLE STRATEGIES WITH BUSINESS GOALS is the first book to consider the human resource professional's importance in the business partner role. Major SBP responsibilities elevate the HR person to that of strategic partner, re-defining the role and adding an extra dimension of accountability into the mix. Chapters explore and explain the partnership concept, its role and applicability in the workplace, and how the HR position can become strategic.