Help others share their expertise
As communicators there is a lot we can do to support our colleagues to share their own expertise with the wider organisation and beyond
Communication lessons
Presenting with confidence – where to start
Presenting is an important skill for communicators, and others, but it can be daunting if you’re not confident or don’t know where to start
3 steps to encourage connections
We know that connected organisations are able to make better decisions and achieve more collectively. Finding ways to create connections is therefore an important role for the comms team.
Why do employee networks matter to communicators?
Listening to the experiences of others is an important part of any communicator’s role. Employee networks can be a great place to hear perspectives and create solutions.
Who’s in the room?
TV programmes like It’s A Sin can teach us a lot about how important it is to include everyone’s views and perspectives in our communications
The perils of no project communication
There is no such thing as no communication at all – if you don’t have a plan to communicate about your project, something will fill the void and your project will soon run into trouble.
Time for a communications spring clean
A spring clean of your communications content can take place at any time, even in the summer months if that works for you – whenever you do it, the benefits are well worth the effort
Learn to say no
Being a professional communicator can be stressful, so finding ways to support your own wellbeing is important
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.
A simple technique for finding purpose
When you are clear about your communication purpose, it makes planning and delivering your activities much easier.