HRM as hologram: a polemic

Article Abstract:

The polemical argument developed in this paper is an attempt to analyse the 'problem' of HRM and suggest a way forward. The 'problem' is identified in terms of the intrinsic conceptual-theoretic, empirical, representative and institutional ambiguities which characterize the discourses and practices of HRM. It is argued that these stem from the epistemological limitations of modernist methodologies employed to 'identify' and 'fix' HRM. The proposed 'solution' involves visualizing the phenomenal forms taken by HRM through the metaphor of the hologram and re-understanding HRM from a holographic perspective. This permits the well-known 'contradictions' to dissolve and HRM is reconstituted as a complex holistic process refracting the politico-managerial changes attendant on 'globalization.' (Reprinted by permission of the publisher.)

Human resource management ), Polemics

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Managerial discourses: words speak louder than actions?

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Discourse plays an important role in the management process. However, academics and practicing managers often undervalue and take for granted the subordination of discourse over action in management. Hence the need for an alternative conceptualization of the role and status of discourse in management. In doing this, false assumptions about discourse and action are addressed. In addition, the analysis of managerial roles points to management as a discursive activity.

Management, Industrial management, Business communication, Discourse analysis

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A dialogic analysis of organizational learning

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This article discusses the relationship between imaginary dialogue and organizational learning. Topics include group dynamics, social interaction, and creativity.

England, Group Dynamics, Social aspects, Human resource management, Organizational effectiveness, Interpersonal relations, Organizational communication, Intergroup relations, Imaginary conversations

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