Expect employees to have a say in how the organization is run. Information-driven environments: Information can be obtained, shared and disseminated almost instantaneously. New employees need to understand how to use this access to information to help them in their jobs. You may find that job descriptions are influenced by this trend and you can't afford to ignore the implications, especially when recruiting, hiring and training. Smaller Companies – The trend towards smaller companies has also accelerated the trend towards solo HR professionals. The solo HR professional is unique and is charged with the overall responsibilities of a company of between 50 and 150 employees. This means that the HR professional in a smaller company becomes a jack of all trades. HE is involved in hiring, compensation, benefits, compliance with laws affecting employees in the workplace, and health and safety issues. This multiplicity of tasks requires individuals with strong organizational skills who can quickly move from one project to another and from one topic to another without transforming