We Don’t Talk Anymore: How HR Can Save Workplace Communications
In this webinar we examine the reasons for poor communications within companies and what HR can do to help.
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A hangover from the pandemic, the result of modern technology or the symptom of a society that doesn’t know how to talk – whatever the reasons inter-business communication issues provide HR with a huge challenge that needs attention. Impacting on everything from productivity to working culture, the need to communicate effectively, consistently and appropriately with the entire workforce is clear.
In The HR World’s webinar We Don’t Talk Anymore, sponsored by Thomas, Elcke du Plessis, Global Training Specialist, Thomas; Florence Carter, Global VP of People and Culture, Fuse Universal and Spencer Gray, People Business Partner, Thomas discussed the challenges around disseminating information around often geographically spread organisations. There are a plethora of diverse communication channels, platforms and technologies ready for HR to take advantage of, but it became clear that the challenge is always to select the right channel for the right person and the right occasion.
Age diversity and preference for communication formats featured largely in the conversation with the panelists explaining how it was possible to send different types of messages – and sometimes abbreviated versions to increase impact. It was also clear that despite the hybrid workforce and technology available it is still imperative for organisations to create opportunities for the chance meeting between colleagues, a social space for relaxing and the opportunity just to talk about things other than work.
As part of the webinar, you have the opportunity to request a free Thomas Profile to gain insights into your own workplace behaviour. You can complete this form and someone will be in touch to arrange it with you: Request Your Free Thomas Profile
Please also check out this blog on Improving Workplace Communications
The webinar was full of great examples and useful ideas to enhance communications in any business. It’s well worth a view.
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Speakers
Elcke du Plessis: Global Training Specialist, Thomas
Elcke du Plessis is a research psychologist and psychometrist, currently working as a trainer at Thomas, with experience in psychometrics, behavioural research, test development and validation, and academic research. She has worked in the recruitment and development space doing psychometric assessment, report writing and feedback, job profiling, and selection. She particularly enjoys the intersection between working with people in developing their potential and doing the behind-the-scenes analytics that help make decisions about people.
Florence Carter: Global VP of People and Culture, Fuse Universal
Florence is a seasoned People leader with 19 years of experience specialising in the dynamic environments of startups and scale-ups. Across EdTech, SaaS and digital technology spaces, she has driven global People strategies across EMEA, APAC and the US. Her dedication to putting people at the forefront has been a driving force behind her career.
Spencer Gray: People Business Partner, Thomas
As a People Business Partner at Thomas, I blend HR expertise with business strategy to drive impactful people initiatives that enhance performance and engagement. With a strong focus on stakeholder management, people analytics, and talent strategy, I help shape inclusive and high-performing workplaces. An Associate Member of the CIPD, I bring a proven track record in talent acquisition, employee engagement, and performance management. My background in Psychology (BASc, Bournemouth University) gives me a deep understanding of workplace behaviour and motivation, insights that power effective people strategies.
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Simon Kent: Head of Content, The HR World
Simon Kent has been a freelance journalist in the field of HR and the workplace for over 20 years. He cut his teeth travelling the country asking people what they did for a living for The Guardian and developing an interest in how work and employees are managed.
He has written extensively for the national press, business and professional publications dedicated to general and specific HR functions, taking in HR tech, pay and benefits, legal, training, recruitment and more. He has edited HR and public sector magazines, digging out the best stories and liaising with senior level personnel and high-profile public sector leaders to bring great content to readers.
He has written books, blogs, white papers, features, profile, case studies and more. He has chaired round tables and brought high quality coverage online to a diverse platforms as electronic media has evolved. He continues to be motivated to find the stories and subjects that matter most to readers and ensure they deliver value every time.
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