UNDERSTANDING MANAGEMENT EBK
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Chapter 9, Problem 4DQ
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If "textspeak" should be considered acceptable workplace communication.
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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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