HR must learn to communicate better

A criticism often levelled at HR professionals is that they are useless at communicating. Bewildering, I know, for people whose role is to act as an interface between the business and its employees....

Major internal comms survey: we need your input

<i>Human Resources</i> magazine is inviting internal communications experts and HR directors to complete the first major survey into the state of internal communications since 2006.

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Learning and development: Presentation skills - Stand and deliver

HR professionals aren't known for their presentation skills, so when two took part in a speaking event organised by the College of Public Speaking, Peter Crush was part of their audience.

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Technology Guide: Hi-tech aids - Additions to HR's toolkit

Forward-thinking companies are always on the look-out for the latest HR-related technology. Peter Crush looks at some of the solutions they soon may find they cannot do without.

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Up front: Good ad, Bad ad - Brands should attract - not detractfrom the message

UB adopts a strategy that makes good use of its brand; BA seems to be stuck in an 1980s time warp.

Technology Guide: Knowledge sharing - Keep everyone in the know

Knowledge management is an HR success story. Many companies do it without even realising it. With the technology still evolving Sally Whittle looks at how four organisations are making it work for...

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Editorial: Let's cut the jargon and speak plainly

<i>Human Resources</i> has a new editor - and she looks forward to hearing from you.

Walking, talking brands

<b>Employees can play a key role in enhancing corporate reputation. Jane Simms explains</b>

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How to be media-friendly

<b>An unexpected call from a journalist asking about a programme of redundancies need not cause panic. Stefan Stern offers advice on establishing a good relationship with the press</b>

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The art of communication

If no one in the boardroom appears to be listening to you, it may be time to rethink how you communicate, says Stefan Stern. Body language, voice and tone are as important as content

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Whats in a name?

Employees are often the last to know when a company changes its name because of restructuring, merger or takeover. By Larissa Bannister

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