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- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing
- Copyright
- Copyright © 2006 Emerald Group Publishing Limited. All rights reserved.
- ISSN
- 1477-7282
- DOI
- 10.1108/14777280610656316
- Publisher site
- See Article on Publisher Site
Abstract
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to show how interactions in organizations need to move beyond the superficial. Design/methodology/approach – The paper is a think piece based on experience. Findings – The paper finds that the need is to get beyond small talk into big talk. Practical implications – The practical implications of the paper are that managers and developers need to consider the ways in which they develop trust in organiszations, and the need is for people to engage in dialogue around things that really matter. Originality/value – The critique of networking in this paper is new and original.
Journal
Development and Learning in Organizations – Emerald Publishing
Published: May 1, 2006
Keywords: Networking; Learning; National cultures; Self managed learning