This report examines the human resource management practices of Avon International, focusing on working and leading people within the organization. It begins by outlining the recruitment and selection process, including job descriptions, person specifications, and the impact of legal, regulatory, and ethical considerations. The report then explores the role of HR managers in the selection process and the importance of ethical conduct. Furthermore, it analyzes leadership skills, including positivity, problem-solving, decision-making, and time management, and contrasts leadership and management styles. The report also compares different leadership styles, such as autocratic and democratic, and discusses methods for motivating staff to achieve objectives, including Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. Finally, the report assesses the benefits of team working, although the detailed analysis of team working benefits is incomplete in the provided text.