Management, Loose-Leaf Version
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ISBN: 9781305969308
Author: Richard L. Daft
Publisher: South-Western College Pub
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Chapter 12, Problem 8DQ
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If "textspeak" should be considered acceptable workplace communication.
Introduction:
Human resource management (HRM) is preplanning for the human resource need in the organization which also includes the planning for filling the expected vacancies with appropriate talent in the organization. The Human resource planning includes procedures like choosing recruiting sources, Inviting applications, conducting tests and interviews and planning for retirements, growth, and resignations.
"Textspeak" is a language used in informal messaging. The language uses text messages, consisting of abbreviations, acronyms, initials, emoticons, etc.
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“Melinda!” bellowed Toran to the company’s HR specialist, “I’ve got a problem, and you’ve got to solve it. I can’t get people in this plant to work together as a team. As if I don’t have enough trouble with our competitors and our past-due accounts, now I have to put up with running a zoo. You’re responsible for seeing that the staff gets along. I want a training proposal on my desk by Monday.” Assume you are Melinda.
QUESTIONS:
Is training the solution to this problem? How can you determine the need for training?
Summarize how you would conduct a needs assessment
A manager requested that HR provide his team with training in __________ because he felt they needed help with some of the processes necessary to function effectively as a team.
a. conflict resolution
b. building trust
c. diversity awareness
d. problem solving
a.What does workplace inclusiveness mean? Why is workplace inclusiveness important? Does inclusiveness matter?
b.How does inclusivity contribute to the workplace? What are the benefits of inclusivity?
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