As we near the end of 2024 and internal communicators plan for 2025, reflect on this conversation between Riya, an Internal Communications Lead and James, a HR Business Partner on business value and share your thoughts. A midweek catch-up in the office café. Riya is nursing her coffee while James pulls up a chair with […]
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Why Internal Communicators Are Essential in an AI-Driven World
“If we have ChatGPT, why do we need internal communications professionals?” It’s a provocative question and one that’s gaining traction. I posed this question in my previous post and received some fascinating responses. Thank you to all my readers for engaging with this topic and sharing your valuable opinions. Saurabh Turakhia Alexandra (Alix) Edmiston Sukhaja […]
If ChatGPT Can Write, Do We Still Need Internal Communicators?
Here is a conversation between Allan, an Internal Communications Specialist and Meera, a veteran Communications Consultant and Mentor. Reflect on this and share your thoughts. A late-afternoon mentoring session at a quiet corner of a co-working space. Allan is visibly agitated as he pulls up a chair opposite Meera. Allan: “Meera, I heard something today […]
What Must You Look for in an Employee Communication Newsletter?
Remember the printed newsletters of the past? Carefully designed, distributed, and eagerly awaited? Today’s version bears little resemblance, but its purpose has never been more critical. Employee newsletters are no longer just about sharing updates; they’re a strategic tool to connect your workforce, foster alignment, and even inspire advocacy. The challenge? Many organizations and vendors […]
Leadership Undervaluing Internal Communications? Join me on Dec 6 for a chat
Register here: https://lnkd.in/dagvKgbJ————————————— Are your #internalcommunicators viewed merely as mailer-makers, not strategic consultants?What’s at stake if #leadership continues to ignore the importance of engaging employees meaningfully? Many HR leaders, internal communicators, and business heads grapple with the same challenge: leadership’s lack of recognition for the critical role internal communication plays in driving business outcomes. When […]
Six Signs of a High-Performing Internal Communications Team
What makes an internal communications team stand out? After my recent engagement with the ABB Process Automation’s Internal Communications team, I reflected on what does it take to get stronger as a function? It’s not just about delivering messages or managing channels. The best teams go beyond the basics. They have a mindset that drives […]
Is Your Key Initiative Stuck? Overcome Resistance by Helping Stakeholders Own the Change.
There are many books on change management but there are very few which go beyond traditional models and tried and tested solutions to explore the psychology and practical aspects of moving people along from where they are to where they need to be. In Changeology – How to enable groups, and communities to do things […]
Rebuilding Your Employee Value Proposition? Consider these 6 Strategy Options to Make Your Employer Brand Thrive
If you think your employee value proposition (EVP) can survive another year on autopilot, think again. The global talent landscape is in flux, and what attracted employees yesterday is no longer enough to keep them engaged today. If you want to keep pace, it’s time to radically overhaul your EVP. Consider these trends: So, this […]
Is Your Global Capability Center Pulling Its Weight? 7 Ways to Take Stock.
Global Capability Centers (GCCs) have become critical to modern organizations, helping to drive efficiencies, cut costs, and create innovation hubs. But as the number of these centers expands worldwide, some can lose their way. Is your GCC lagging behind others in your network? Is it failing to deliver at its full potential? Centers that underperform […]
My interview on Masters of Comms podcast
Had the opportunity to share my thoughts on inclusive internal communications in the Masters of Comms podcast run by Sociabble. Read more here: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/masters-of-comms_how-to-make-internal-communication-more-inclusive-activity-7249263498101190656-GXNt?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop Listen to the episode here: https://lnkd.in/eJUaqSkX