My original plan for the blog this week was to share a list of my top 10 articles about communications in difficult times. But with client deadlines, a bank holiday weekend and several meetings connected to my trustee role, my time and head space for reading blogs and articles has been reduced recently. So I am presenting you with my …
How to communicate successfully
Before we get into the detail of how to create communication success, we need to talk about what success actually means in this context. According to the Collins dictionary, the definition is: So you might consider that you have succeeded in communicating when: You have sent something out You have sent something out without factual or grammatical errors People saw/read/heard …
One size does not fit all
Imagine you work for a charity that is developing an ambitious new strategy. You have decided that you can deliver a more secure future for thousands of young people by campaigning for systemic change, not just offering frontline services. This is exciting news for your organisation. You have been involved in the development of this new approach, as have selected …
Great communications from 2019
Once again I decided to finish the year on my blog by asking some lovely people about the communications that meant something to them during the last 12 months. Unsurprisingly, perhaps, there is a political feel to several of the choices. There are also representations of how we can all do something for others and develop ourselves to do better. …
Guest post: Top tips for handling difficult people
This month Jacqueline Harris, an executive coach and leadership trainer, shares some fabulous insights into why we might find some people ‘difficult’ and suggests ways to adapt our communication with them. If you are based in the Berkshire area and would like to experience her approach to coaching first-hand, you can book to take part in her December Breath of …