In my earlier blog post, I shared a situation where leaders want to start a diversity and inclusion forum. They debate the need and how their peers are ahead of the curve with including minority staff. However, they are divided on the reasons for creating a forum. Forming a group isn’t the first step. It probably not even […]
Employee Communication
Running an internal employee contest? 5 key tips to get it right
Employee contests are a great way to drive engagement and messages home. However, running contests can get your team tied in knots if you aren’t thinking through the goals and outcomes. It requires planning and focus on outcomes. Very often, contests go wrong when we fail to consider employees’ appetite for engagement, the timing or […]
Guest Blog & Interview | Arathi Biradar | Why Internal Communications is Fundamental to Organizational Reputation
The 30th edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series features Arathi Biradar of Itelligence India Software Solutions. Arathi builds a case for aligning staff to drive corporate reputation. She believes strongly that internal communication is a key influencer in improving brand image. Arathi leads the marketing and communications for Itelligence India. She has 14+ years […]
Guest Blog & Interview | Moushmi Balachandran | Engaging Remote Employees Through Inclusive Internal Communications
The 28th edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series features Moushmi Balachandran of UAE Exchange. Moushmi addresses an important topic for organizations with geographically distributed teams. She shares perspectives on engaging remote staff. Moushmi Balachandran works for a global financial services provider for expatriates. She has close to 10 years’ experience in marketing and communications, […]
Guest Interview & Case Study | Binu Merin Jacob | Building a Culture of Learning with Internal Communications
The 25th edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series features Binu Jacob, Global Corporate Communications Executive of M.H. Alshaya Co who talks of her journey in the field of communications and an exciting case study from her current employer. Binu has a decades’ worth of experience in communications. She started her career in PR and […]
Guest Blog & Interview | Alex Malouf | Fostering An Organizational Culture That Values Communications – An Emerging Market Perspective
How can we identify and involve influencers internally? What will nudge the organization to value internal communications more? When do leaders see the benefits of this important function? Alex Malouf of Proctor & Gamble shares his perspectives in the 24th edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series. Former journalist Alex Malouf has carved out a […]
Guest Interview & Blog | Sumathi Rao | Keep Your Fingers On The Organization’s Pulse With Internal Communications
Do we know how employees think? Why must we align forces with external and internal messaging? What can internal communicators do to be ahead of the curve? Learn more about these questions in the 23rd edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series featuring Sumathi Rao of Philips. Sumathi is an award-winning, strategic corporate communication and social […]
Case Study & Interview | Rajiv Arvind | Why Engaged Employees Mean Happy Customers and The Role of Internal Communicators In Improving Connection
Is it possible to improve customer satisifaction through internal communication? Can influencing leadership messaging result in better understanding of the company’s plans? How can internal communicators be perceived as ’value adders’ rather than implementers? In this post, you will gain insights into these and other thoughts that may be on your mind. Intraskope’s Spotlight on […]
Trust, involve and get out of the way
Why employee involvement is an essential factor for organizational success Organizations worldwide are struggling to cope with dwindling levels of employee engagement. Just 15% of working adults feel engaged at the workplace. Reasons for this trend include their inability to change with how the world is shaping, limited understanding of technology and social upheavals taking […]