You need to review the current HR policies, procedures, and rules of a company that's recently hired you as an HR professional, and anticipate that you may be recommending changes, additions, or deletions to the company's policies. Because you are still new and solidifying your position within the company, you are concerned that missteps will cost you your "place at the table." You decide to consult with your mentor experienced, powerful HR executive at another company.

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