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
internal communication
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.
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.
Why does Santa need to get his internal communications right?
An oldie but a goodie – applying internal comms skills for Santa’s little helpers
4 ways to contribute to comms when you’re not in the comms team
Everyone has a role to play in communication, whether you’re in the comms team or not.
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
4 internal comms tips for high profile organisations
Over the years I have worked with several organisations that had a high profile with the public. Content about them regularly appeared in the traditional media, as well as on social media. This coverage could be mixed in terms of being positive and negative. Some was based on fact, some based on rumour and hearsay. … 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
4 steps to reducing silo-working
Duplication. Inefficiency. Higher costs. Missed opportunities – for the organisation and for individuals. Bad feeling. Internal politics. Reputation issues. Loss of funding. If any of these problems sound familiar, your organisation may be suffering from silo-working patterns. There are a number of factors that can lead to this situation – such as conflicting priorities or … Read more