Human Resource Management with Physics

Albert Einstein (14 March 1879 – 18 April 1955) was a German-born theoretical physicist. He is best known for his theory of relativity and specifically mass–energy equivalence, E = mc ². Einstein received the 1921 Nobel Prize in Physics for his services to Theoretical Physics.

In physics, mass–energy equivalence is the concept that any mass has an associated energy and vice versa. In special relativity this relationship is expressed using the mass–energy equivalence formula

E = mc ²

Where

· E = energy,

· m = mass,

· c = the speed of light in a vacuum.

This mass–energy equivalence formula is very useful in our IT industry also, especially when Human Resource Management comes into the picture. But how? Let me explain.

There are two terms in the industry for any particular human resource which clearly defines the interest of that particular one in his/her job.

1. Participation which means physical presence only.
2. Involvement which means Physical + Mental presence + commitment + Pride.

I have seen some of the resources who are working only in a participation mode. That means, they are not doing their work without commitment and pride. These resources are overhead in any organization and should be kicked off as early as possible.

Second category, Involvement. People work with a great enthusiasm and pride that falls in this category. They rise with a speed and always appreciated by the management.

So the physics is related to Human Resource Management as follows:

E = mc ²

Where

• E = Effectiveness
• m = motivation
• c = commitment

This means that a person can be effective only if he is motivated and his commitment level is very high.

Now the question is how E (i.e. effectiveness) can be improved? Now as per the equation, the answer is very simple. Motivation with a lot of commitment will improve it. But there are some good practices to improve E in a better way. Let us point out those practices:

1. Practice 1: One should communicate about needs.
2. Practice 2: Encourage Healthy Conflict.
3. Practice 3: Be Fully Present.
4. Practice 4: Build Trust with Every Action.
5. Practice 5: Use Technology to Build Relationships.

-- Sanat Sharma