The New HR Leader's First 100 Days: How To Start Strong, Hit The Ground Running & ACHIEVE SUCCESS FASTER As A New Human Resources Manager, Director or VP Paperback – November 14, 2017

Hands-down, this book prepares you to start your new leadership role. Whether you are a manager, director, or moving into the executive suite, this book is a must. Setting your executive presence and understanding the "unsaid" executive code is your best way to start a new role, and the author lays down the road map. It doesn't matter if you are promoted or starting a role in a new company, the author does an incredible job of providing a simple, step-by-step process that sets you up for success. There are a few books on the market for executive on-boarding, but I found this to be one of the very best. I've been an executive coach for years and assisted people with on-boarding. I've also worked for several Fortune 100s and each time, they (and me!) missed the mark in my on-boarding process. They may be great at leadership development, but what happens when you get the role? You will not be disappointed with the power of the book. It is a simple read, and I admire that the author used everyday language (no vanity!) to set the stage, provide the road map, and ensure your success. It should be a staple in every professional's library. Well done.

I've been in HR for 20 plus years! I am taking on a new executive role at a new organization and wanted a resource to support the development of the boarding plan. This was an excellent resource providing both new and refreshers to get me started.Note: Many of the online resources are not available although it is referenced in the book. I contacted the author as instructed online and he never responded. So there's that!!!

I have read and referred to this a few times.

The pages of this book have such a strong odor that I have been getting headaches and having trouble reading more than 10-15 pages in a sitting. Very frustrating since I ordered a new copy. It must have been sitting in a perfume factory SMH

This is a fantastic book for those either entering the HR field, those transitioning into a higher position, or for those who are moving to a different company. A step-by-step guideline for what one needs to do and learn in their HR position during their first 100 days—a very crucial, make-or-break period. Get this book, and you won't be disappointed! Collins has other informative books regarding the human resources industry! Check 'em out!

The book has valuable information, especially for someone just starting out in the HR world, like I will be soon. I even took notes while reading.My biggest problem, from a writer’s standpoint, was the amount of grammatical errors! It’s hard to take a professional book seriously when it’s poorly edited.

Alan Collins tells it like it is and shares his knowledge from first hand experience. Every HR professional can benefit from the advice captured in this book. Excellent read.

This book is full of great ideas and I’ve been in HR for a long time. I would recommend it to anyone at any level in HR who is starting a new job!