Brain Savvy HR: A Neuroscience Evidence Base

Why does HR need to be "brain-savvy"?

As HR professionals we spend a lot of time carefully planning our processes and policies. But when we crunch the numbers we're not being as effective as we should be.

*        people keep on doing what they were doing
*        reward systems aren't providing the motivation we'd expect
*        everyone's busy but they're not being truly creative
*        we don't have a pipeline of talent for our top jobs

We're not being brain-savvy. We need to understand our brains, as well as use them. The latest findings from neuroscience show us how to work with the way that brains have developed, in order to:

*        create fulfillment
*        make good decisions
*        change habits
*        achieve goals and
*        train good leaders

This book uses neuroscience to help you define the guiding sense of purpose that's a key feature of effective HR leadership. It shows how the latest research can improve your daily policies and practice. And gives you the insight and tools to maximise your own performance. With case studies from organisations that have been using neuroscience to solve their business problems.

What people gave to say about Brain-savvy HR.

"Jan Hills provides a comprehensive and extremely readable account of neuroscience and its relevance to all of us who work in organisations. Packed full of insights, case studies and practical advice, this book is further strengthened by a solid foundation of scientific research. Not only is it a fascinating read, but it offers a collection of tools and tips which all HR professionals will be able to apply. A truly valuable contribution to this emerging topic for the HR profession."
Jerry Arnott, Director, Civil Service Learning,

"In the 20 years I have known Jan she has always been at the forefront of thinking on how to pragmatically drive high performing teams and individuals; tapping into their own unique talents and insights. Her latest work in the area of neuroscience goes further than ever before in dissecting this personal code and is an invaluable resource for leaders in people strategy".
David Thomas,  SVP Human Resources, Asia at Manulife Financial

"If you have ever wondered whether there was a better, more effective way to approach your work, this book is for you! Through a compelling balance of scientific evidence and illustrative case studies, Brain-Savvy HR offers straightforward, insightful approaches that will help all of us be more successful and fulfilled at work."

Tricia Naddaff

President, Management Research Group

"Jan wonderfully illustrates the compelling need for HR professionals to understand the neurocognitive processes which drive our decision making and behavior. Her holistic approach to becoming "brain savvy," brings complex neuroscience findings into easily understood principles and tangible actions which can be used, not only in the business setting, but also in our personal lives. Truly a critical tool for anyone in the HR field looking to optimize their performance, as well as help optimize the performance of those around them."
Dan Radecki, PhD, MA
Lead Professor and Director of Education, The Neuroleadership
Institute and Sr Director of Clinical Research, Allergan Inc

"Over the next five years I see HR going two ways; those who are using neuroscience and getting valuable results that the business can understand, and those who are stuck in the old ways; working with outdated methods and their best guess."
Kathryn Whyte-Southcombe
HR Leader, Hospitality sector

"A great book - thought-provoking, insightful and reassuring in equal measure. I have already quoted it in planning for business change and in reviewing what makes training have lasting impact."
Caroline Rawes
Director of Human Resources & Development, Taylor Wessing

Jan Hills Jan set up Head Heart + Brain consultancy to change the way leadership and capability development is designed and delivered. She was one of the first people to gain the only academically recognised qualification in the neuroscience of leadership and she s the driving force behind the organisation s brain-savvy approach. Her breadth of experience in leadership and practical business issues includes running her own successful leadership and HR consulting business and being COO of an investment bank. Jan has created the Success Profile® methodology for talent strategy, the MasterMind® approach to leadership development and the BrainBox HR® online development tool, as well as leading the consultancy s Success Profile research into HR Business Partners and HR Leaders. Jan passionately believes that HR holds the key to business success by engaging, developing and motivating people to execute the business strategy. Neuroscience, she says, can show why these policies and practices work, and help HR to be even more successful.