The role of internal communication professionals extends far beyond disseminating information. They’re expected to be strategic advisors, adept planners, and effective implementers. Yet, amidst managing processes and decoding policies, many internal communicators find themselves struggling to reach their full potential. This is where business partnering holds the promise of transforming internal communications from a support […]
Future of Internal Communications
8 Tips to Navigate the World of Contracting in Employee Communications
Embarking on a contract role in employee communications can be both exciting and challenging. As a contract staffer, you play a vital role in keeping the communication wheels turning smoothly within an organization. In this blog, we’ll explore the key qualities that contracting employers look for and provide practical tips to ensure a successful stint […]
The New Work Ecosystem in 2024 | Can Internal Communicators Step Up?
Here’s wishing my readers a blessed New Year! This is Edition #101 of my newsletter. Thank you for your support and encouragement. As the world of work continues its transformative journey in 2024 – embracing hybrid and gig working, navigating the complexities of multigenerational teams, and contending with the pervasive influence of AI – internal […]
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Often, internal communicators are invited by leaders to partner on business recommendations that will improve their standing and influence, within and outside the firm. Empowering leaders with effective communication solutions leveraging research-led insights can go a long way in building trust, credibility and connection. I recently helped a business leader at a reputed global services […]
Webinar on Inclusive Internal Communications | Next Level IC | Sept 14
Pleased to be running a webinar for my good friend Jonas Bladt Hansen, who curates a thriving forum called Next Level IC in Denmark. We have interacted numerous times and I am impressed by his knowledge and expertise in digital workplace communications and employee communications. My session will focus on how organizations can raise their […]
Watch Inclusive Internal Communications webinar recording | SimplyIC
I had the opportunity to expand on the meaning of Inclusive Internal Communications and share real world examples of how it plays out at the workplace. Look up more details on SimplyIC’s community: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/simply-communicate-com_missed-our-simplypresents-webinar-with-aniisu-activity-7092507815491067904-VjMa?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
4 Key Aspects to Raise Your Internal Communications Function’s Profile
Getting inundated with internal communications asks from stakeholders? Being asked to work on requests not related to the function? Finding it hard to push back and get stakeholders to appreciate the true value and responsibilities of the function? I have been watching and reading with interest a passionate discussion in a communications forum on the […]
Fixing ‘Un’Culture – How Organizations Can Own ‘The Ways Things Get Done Around Here’
Culture is defined as ‘the way things happen around here’ and while there is positive intent to ensure people focus on what’s right, when poor behavior is ignored or worse, recognized, culture becomes what I can ‘un’culture. An environment where managers and leaders let things slide, ignore warning signs that the culture is eroding and […]
6 Strategies to Boost Your Organization’s Security and Risk Communications
Communicating security awareness and risk oversight can be a daunting challenge for organizations. Imagine your own staff becoming the Trojan Horse, inadvertently facilitating attacks on your precious systems. So, how do you build trust, keep risk mitigation top of mind, and cut through the noise of competing priorities? In my experience working with some of […]
Included in Internal Communication Thought Leadership Circle
Honored to be included in the Thought Leadership Circle, an initiative of the Internal Communication Research Hub at the University of Florida, United States. Looking forward to engaging with an esteemed group of academicians and industry practitioners to bridge the gaps between theory and practice as well advance the domain’s influence in workplaces. Also pleased […]