The position of vice-president of HR is open in a large paper-products manufacturing company.Two individuals are being considered,both from the internal HR function at the firm.The selection committee wants the new vice-president to be a strategic contributor to the firm.All of the following competencies are highly desirable EXCEPT
A) that the candidate understands the paper-products business in all aspects.
B) that the candidate be a highly detail-oriented person.
C) that the candidate demonstrate ethical behavior.
D) that the candidate be results-oriented.

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While attention to detail is important in HR, it is not one of the key competencies for a strategic contributor to the firm. Understanding the paper-products business, demonstrating ethical behavior, and being results-oriented are all important competencies for a vice-president of HR to possess.

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