3 point jargon-busting plan
We all use jargon, even if it doesn’t seem like jargon to us. So it’s important to check the language you’re using and your audiences’ understanding of it.
Communication audiences
Do you have a communication culture?
Would you describe your organisation as having a culture that values effective communication? It’s an approach that can make a big difference on many levels.
How to use learning style in your comms
We all like to process information in different ways so including content for different preferences makes your comms more effective
An exercise in audience understanding
You can train yourself to improve your understanding of your audiences so that your communication is more effective.
What to include in a communication toolkit
A communication toolkit can be really useful for people who aren’t trained communicators or when you need consistency
One size does not fit all
The audiences within your organisation will have different experiences and perspectives – you need to tailor your communications to meet a range of needs.
Kind Communication – more than just talk
There are things we can all do to adapt our communication to include everyone
How relevant are your communications?
If your communication doesn’t seem relevant to them, your audience won’t engage with it.
A kindness interview with the Mayor of Reading
I recently had the opportunity to talk to my friend and colleague, Rachel Eden, about kindness in public service. Rachel has been an elected member of Reading Borough Council since 2010, has stood as a parliamentary candidate in 2 General Elections and is the current Mayor of Reading. She also runs her own finance and … Read more
3 tips to find your outcomes
Being clear from the start on the desired outcomes for your communications activity goes a long way to making it effective