Inside The Organization: Perspectives On Employee Communications Paperback – March 4, 2011

Sometimes a book reaches well beyond its genre. Classics are like that. Someone recommends a book because of one quality, but when you read it, you come away with an entirely different appreciation. Inside the Organization is like that. For many, it’s a corporate communications handbook. I thought I’d be reading a business book. What I found was a manual for better living. Jack LeMenager is obviously a brilliant corporate communications strategist, but his message has applications beyond the boardroom. Woven into the fabric of this page-turner is a tapestry of common sense based on The Golden Rule. “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” It’s really that simple. Whether you’re structuring a contract, creating an ad campaign, interviewing potential employees, or pairing your staff, following the most basic tenants of human behavior always yields the best result. The author’s case studies offer valuable lessons for decision-makers. More importantly, his narrative lays out a straight-forward plan for living--for the rest of us. Brilliant, colorful prose and a concise structure make this book one of the best I’ve ever read. Highest recommendation.

This book is a versatile and immediate tool for managers and anyone else wanting to understand how to establish and create effective communication in their work place. I started reading at the beginning but then I jumped around, dipping in to a few of the chapters. They felt fresh, insightful and easily digested. This genre worked for me as so much is competing for my attention. I will dip back in often as the book is so relevant for what is needed in any successful organization.Jack has a rich and varied experience base from which to offer his counsel and I found that his insights into motivation and work place dynamics to be especially helpful in the shifting sands of our current work place.

If you own or run a small business, which I do, or if you manage or own a large one . . . but especially if you think you have an adequate communications program in place at your business, you need to read this book. Jack Lemenager's many years of exerience in establishing and managing corporate communications programs show in this work. Methodically used, it will help you avoid the pitfalls which trouble so many small business owners/managers on a daily basis. It starts with basics of why such programs are important, deals with the design and implementation of programs as well as the followup needed to insure a successful ongoing effort. And, it's written in a format that is easily read and referred to. It's a good text book for all your managers.

The book it's good, but would be better if it had an interactive table of content. I hate having to type in my search when I am press for time with my classes. Wish I had purchased the hard copy instead of kindle version.

Jack LeMenager has drawn upon his deep experience in corporate communications to provide practical pearls of wisdom about best practices on employee communications. His examples are engaging and memorable, as he illustrates a wide range of topics that no effective manager can ignore. Highly recommended as a reminder of the fundamental communication practices that foster strong employer-employee relationships and loyalty.