4 communication skills for leaders
Better communication skills = better organisational resilience. Leaders need to demonstrate their communication skills in very specific ways during difficult and changing times – how can you help them?
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10 communications I have enjoyed this year
Have a read of this list of communications I’ve enjoyed, then let me know what your list would include.
3 key stages of an internal comms audit
Many organisations have now begun a hybrid working model. Some people are based at home, some are back in the office. Some people are working a mix of both. Effective internal communication is at the heart of employee wellbeing, motivation and understanding. As everyone gets used to these new ways of working, organisations will need … Read more
Do you have a communication culture?
Being an independent communications specialist with my own limited company, I wear many hats, often several at the same time. I am employer, employee, communications expert, finance director, accounts clerk, marketing team, social media manager, facilities manager, business developer, tea maker… the list goes on! Personally, I enjoy the variety (most of the time) and … Read more
The link between fundraising and communication
Getting your messages and stories aligned is vital for connecting with donors and funders
What do you and your organisation value?
I started this week with a panel discussion about gratitude that has been recorded for a radio show about wellbeing which will be broadcast on 5th July. I was nervous but really enjoyed having a chat about this topic and, of course, I had chance to talk about my favourite subject, kindness. Next week I … Read more
5 reasons my clients hire me
I’ve been reflecting on the reasons that my clients have chosen to hire me over the past 10 years. They have needed a variety of services and been looking for all sorts of outcomes. The reasons they were looking for help have included: They knew something about their communication activities wasn’t working as well as … Read more
Use stories to demonstrate skills
Stories are a great way to demonstrate what you know or understand. Telling a story helps you to connect with other people too, showing what you can bring to the party. A story from my past Years ago when I was working at Cancer Research UK we produced a staff magazine which went out in … Read more
10 ways to present your stories
Last week I had the pleasure of chatting to Hayley Wright, Comms and Engagement Lead at Stockport, Oldham, Rochdale and Trafford Citizens Advice. Inspired by an article she wrote for CharityComms about involving her colleagues in gathering stories, I wanted to learn more about how she uses stories to benefit her charity. We had a … Read more
Merry Christmas & Season’s Greetings to all
As 2020 draws to a close, I’m taking the opportunity to wish you all a safe and relaxing festive break. After the year we have all had, we certainly need to take time to pause and reflect on how much we have done in the last 12 months! We still have a long way to … Read more