Join a global online conference on leadership comms
How effective is leadership communication in your organisation? Would you like to hear from others and get ideas to help improve it in your organisation? I have a guest post for you today by Michael Hargreaves, Marketing Coordinator at H&H agency here in the UK. He’s here to tell us about a new online conference […]
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The power of history and heritage in comms
Ever shared a memory through Facebook’s ‘On this day?’ Do you ever get the old family photos or home videos out to show a friend? How often do you reminisce when you hear a certain song? When we want to connect with people, we share our stories and get to know others. This is the […]
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How to write an Internal Communication vision
Do you have a vision for Internal Communication in your organisation? Do you need one? A client asked me to review their Internal Communication vision this week and make recommendations on how to improve it. I’ve written and reviewed countless strategies and internal comms plans over the years, but there’s not always an IC vision […]
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A look back at 70 years of Internal Comms
Tomorrow, 12 March 2019, marks the 70th anniversary of the formation of the British Association of Industrial Editors, now known as the Institute of Internal Communication (IoIC). As a Fellow of the Institute, I’m going to mark the occasion and celebrate their birthday by looking back at the history and sharing their story with you. […]
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How to learn about PR and Comms
How do you learn about PR and Comms? Today I’m delighted to reveal the All Things IC blog has been named #3 in the UK’s Top PR and Communications blog by Vuelio for the second year running. I’m honoured to be recognised in this way and to be alongside my peers in the industry. Thank you […]
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Defending our Turf… or leapfrogging into leadership
With all the talk about a convergence of internal and external communication, there’s a lot of reason for IC folk to feel beleaguered, to feel a need to “defend our turf.” So says Mike Klein, Principal of Changing The Terms, a Netherlands-based consultancy focused on internal communications. A dual US-UK citizen with an MBA from […]
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A question of comms: Margaret Oscar
What do you like most about working internal communication? Margaret Oscar, Head of Employee Communications and Engagement, is the latest professional communicator to sit in my #questionofcomms hot seat. She’s revealed what she likes most about working in IC, the best advice she’s ever been given and much more. I love publishing content that helps […]
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How Scottish Natural Heritage focuses on mental wellbeing
How did you mark World Mental Health Day last week? Today I have a guest post for you by Martin Stubbs-Partridge who is here to share what his organisation has done and how they’re continuing to focus on mental wellbeing. I welcome this approach. Mental health should be a year-long conversation, not just a one […]
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Free change communication strategy template
How good are your planning skills when it comes to communicating change? I’m delighted to welcome Saskia Jones back to the All Things IC blog to share brand new guidelines with my readers to help you develop a 10-step change communication strategy. Download the template. Tip: This should be a living document accessible by others. […]
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Ten must-haves for your internal comms strategy
Now, more than ever, global businesses are looking to implement their business strategy with tangible results – and quickly. So if you’re in the hot seat and need to draft an internal communication strategy, what do you need to know? Change and Internal Communications Consultant, Uzma Mohamedali, @uzmamohamedali, is here to share her top ten […]
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UK Government comms plan goes live
The Government Communication Service launched the Government Communication Plan 2018/19 here in London tonight. The plan is important because it outlines what communication professionals across Government will collectively deliver to support the Government. It will help them achieve the priority outcomes in the year ahead and is packed with advice and guidance all professional communicators […]
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In the spotlight: my interview with Vuelio
What are your views on influencers and PR? Is print dead? How can an organisation transform itself from the inside out? Today I’m proud to be featured on Vuelio’s website in their blogger spotlight. I’ve examined the relationship between influencers and PRs, issues facing the PR industry and my advice for people wanting a career […]
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