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Scrubbing up on English skills

Carly

Hi 

I currently work in HR and have done for about 8 months now, two months ago I started my CIPD level 3, all is going well (passed the first unit today!) 

I just had a 121 with my line manager, who has told me my communication could be a show stopper in my career and is what could stop me to making it as an HR manager, which has left me rather disheartened. To me, my grammar and written English has been a little over average, clearly to my employer it is not. He would like me to explore how I 'write' better and produce documents. 

Does anyone have any advice or know of a good book I can read to better my skills? 

Many thanks 

Carly 

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  • Hi Carly
    The best way to improve is to write more and read other people's writing more. English is not my first language and I found sometimes it could be difficult for a new HR professional to find his/her writing style and has an excellent writing skills immediately. I have been working in HR for about 2 years now, I would say it is just a matter of time. You don't need to worry too much, as long as you have tried your best.
    Don't forget to get your colleague to check your email if necessary. I always ask for help with some tricky ones.
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  • Hi Carly
    The best way to improve is to write more and read other people's writing more. English is not my first language and I found sometimes it could be difficult for a new HR professional to find his/her writing style and has an excellent writing skills immediately. I have been working in HR for about 2 years now, I would say it is just a matter of time. You don't need to worry too much, as long as you have tried your best.
    Don't forget to get your colleague to check your email if necessary. I always ask for help with some tricky ones.
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