1. Is a company ever too small to need to engage in human resource planning? Why or why not? Discuss whether you think Robert Reed planned his hiring strategy at an appropriate time in the firm's growth.

2. Using Table 5.3, review the options for avoiding a labor shortage, and discuss how well the options besides new hires could have worked as ways for Reed to reach his goals for growth. As you do so, consider qualities of a financial planning business that might be relevant (for example, direct client contact and the need for confidentiality).

3. Suppose that when Reed was seeking to hire a certified financial planner, he asked you for advice on where to recruit this person. Which sources would you suggest, and why?

Include an opening introductory paragraph, questions and answers (or answer the question in such a way that the question is understood), and closing paragraph that includes your opinion, recommendation, etc. of the assignment or topic area.