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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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 […]
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 […]
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
Is Your Team Trusting or Tolerating You?
Trust isn’t just a nice-to-have. It’s the foundation of any thriving organization. Yet, paradoxically, many workplaces are grappling with a silent crisis – misaligned perceptions between leaders and employees. This gap isn’t just a minor hiccup; it’s a trust assassin that silently erodes engagement and cripples performance. Why Do Perception Gaps Exist? At the heart […]
Reintroducing myself to the community
Sharing a note I placed on Linkedin on October 10 to update my followers and subscribers to my progress and journey. I wanted to reintroduce myself to new connections and long-time followers. After a couple of great years in Poland, I’m now based in Sydney, Australia. My journey spans agency (Leo Burnett, Saatchi & Saatchi) […]
9 Signs Your Global Capability Centers Needs Some Brand Love
A strong brand is essential for your Global Capability Center (GCC)’s success, but how do you know when your brand needs attention? If you’re noticing any of the following signs, it might be time to reevaluate and revitalize your branding strategy. Ravi Dabreo of Origami Creative Concepts (Official) and I are offering GCC communication and […]
How to measure communications with frontline and non-desk workers
This article, co-authored with Adeeba Hussain first appeared on Influence, the Chartered Institute of Public Relations, UK. https://influenceonline.co.uk/2024/08/30/how-to-measure-communications-with-frontline-and-non-desk-workers How to measure communications with frontline and non-desk workers. Non-desk and frontline workers form the backbone of many industries, yet they often remain the most unappreciated and less engaged segments of the workforce. These workers, who are […]