Podcast: How to start out in internal communication
Are you starting out in the world of internal communication? In this 12th episode of the Candid Comms podcast, I’ve shared what you need to know when entering the profession. If you’re mentoring or managing new internal communicators, it will help you too. This episode is packed with practical ideas and inspirational advice, to help internal […]
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What do we need to know about hybrid working?
Hybrid working is making the headlines and looks like it’s here to stay. Through this article I’ll share advice to help you think it through for your organisation. I’ve also collated a list so you can discover what other companies are doing. Hybrid working was the topic my All Things IC Inner Circle group explored […]
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Podcast: How to prove the value of internal communication
Have you been asked to prove the value of internal communication? Do you know how to do that? In this 11th episode of the Candid Comms podcast, I’ve analysed how to prove the value of internal communication. I examine a quote I heard recently: “Leaders know the importance, but not the value of internal comms” […]
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Podcast: Being Candid with Amrit Nijjar
Amrit Nijjar is Inclusion & Belonging Manager at Tarmac. In this tenth episode of the Candid Comms podcast, we talk candidly about her work. Amrit shared advice to help Internal Communicators think about the importance of inclusion and belonging. She also revealed what her company has been doing, including an internal campaign and launching communities. […]
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Podcast: How to communicate change
Communicating change is something most internal communicators will encounter in their career. Do you know where to start? In this week’s episode of the Candid Comms podcast I’ve revealed what you need to know, do and think about if you’re responsible for communicating change. Expect practical ideas and inspirational advice to help internal communicators thrive […]
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How to plan your Comms effectively
What is your planning process like? A survey of over 350 senior Comms leaders revealed 38% acknowledge they don’t work to an overall communications masterplan. Does that resonate with you? According to global research by ICPlan and Donhead Consultants, Comms professionals who take planning seriously get better results. However, as many as four in ten […]
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What I wish I knew before launching my business
Are you considering being a Comms Consultant? If so, my recent interview with former Head of Internal Comms Jo Hall is for you. She kindly invited me onto her Jo & Co Show podcast, which has just been published. Jo is a Transformation Mentor who says she’s on a mission to inspire other business owners […]
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Podcast: How to plan your IC channels
What do you need to know about channels when starting out in the world of internal communication? The latest episode of my Candid Comms podcast has just been published. I’ve revealed what you need to know, do and think about if you’ve just begun your IC career, or want to advise new Comms pros. I’ve […]
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What’s it like to leave an in-house role?
Are you thinking of becoming a Comms Consultant in 2021? If you’re curious about becoming a freelancer, I know you’ll find this guest post useful. I’ve interviewed Chris Coburn to share what the reality is like so far. He spent a decade at John Lewis and has just launched Chris Coburn Communications (CCC). I wanted […]
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Podcast: How to help line managers communicate
How would you rate your line managers’ communication in your organisation? I’ve examined this topic in the latest episode of my Candid Comms podcast and revealed what you need to know, do and think about if you want to improve the way line managers communicate. Expect practical ideas and inspirational advice to help internal communicators […]
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What is ESG and how does it differ from CSR?
What is ESG? If you’ve been spotting it cropping up but don’t know what it is, I’ve got you covered. Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is growing in popularity and conversations about it are increasing. (CSR stands for Corporate Social Responsibility). I’ve been spotting ESG with the word Corporate added before Governance, so don’t be […]
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Podcast: How to measure internal communication
Do you know how to measure internal communication? I’ve tackled this hot topic in the latest episode of the Candid Comms podcast and revealed what you need to know, do and think about if you want to measure your internal comms. You can find the Candid Comms podcast on your favourite player including Apple Podcasts, Google […]
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