Joining forces: Marketing and HR need to build a better brand together

This article explains the importance of forming a cohesion between HR and marketing in order to build a stronger brand.

Enduring brands are built by people, not by ads, clicks, or views. While marketing has traditionally taken the lead in communicating the corporate brand promise, it's people from all around the organization who do the meticulous work of successfully bringing that promise to life.

Employees do many things, often behind the scenes, that are "on brand" across dozens of customer touchpoints. And that's precisely why human resources (HR) must play a significant role in the brand-building process.

The Challenge

The digital age has brought forth exceptional corporate transparency. To productively drive cohesion and a seamless customer experience, organizations must communicate...

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