What internal communicators are listening to
What have internal communicators been listening to over the past year? What tip or nugget of information has helped you feel more confident in your work? I relaunched my internal communication podcast exactly 12 months ago. It was January 2021 and we were still in lockdown here in the UK. My blog stats showed IC […]
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Podcast: What IC pros need to know about accessibility
Why is accessibility important for internal communicators? What does it mean to have accessible internal communication channels? What do we need to be mindful of? In this episode of the Candid Comms podcast I cover: What advice exists to help internal communicators learn about accessibility? What do internal communicators need to think about when planning […]
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Podcast: How to recruit an internal communicator
Are you recruiting an internal communication professional? Do you know how to describe the type of person you’re looking for? Is this the first time you’ve tried to hire an IC pro? Have you researched the job title accurately? This week’s episode of the Candid Comms podcast is for you if you’re searching for a […]
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Podcast: What IC pros need to know about culture
How often do you talk about culture in your organisation? It’s a phrase you’ll probably hear a lot in your Comms career. You’ve probably spoken about culture with your leaders, colleagues and team. In this latest episode of my Candid Comms podcast I cover: What organisational culture means Definitions I use How to define culture […]
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Podcast: How to create an IC channel strategy
What is your internal comms (IC) channel strategy like? Need some help? If so, this latest episode of the Candid Comms podcast is for you. I cover: What a channels strategy is The role of internal communication channels The three things you need to know How to make informed decisions What you need to be […]
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Podcast: How to plan your 2022 internal communication
How is your 2022 planning going? Need some help? If so, this latest episode of the Candid Comms podcast is for you. I cover: Why you need to review 2021 How to look back before you go forward How to get organised for the year ahead The importance of analysing your work. Do let me […]
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Podcast: What start-ups need to know about internal communication
What do new companies need to know about internal communication? When is the right time to make your first Comms hire? This episode of the Candid Comms podcast is for you if you’re interested in joining a start-up, are thinking about hiring your first Comms pro or want to know more about the world of […]
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How to future-proof your career in 2022
2021 has been a struggle for many in the communications industry, with the ongoing pandemic coupled with evolving working processes and increasing demand on new knowledge and skills. Today a brand new episode of Paul Sutton’s Digital Download podcast has been published, featuring an interview with me. Paul and I discussed how to future-proof your […]
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Podcast: How to create a monthly IC measurement report
How do you measure your internal communication? Do you create a measurement report? If so, what’s in it? If you’ve never created a measurement report, what would you put in one? This is the topic up for discussion in today’s Candid Comms podcast episode. I’ve looked at how to create a monthly IC measurement report including: […]
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Podcast: How to set Internal Comms standards
Do you set Internal Comms standards in your organisation? Do you have brilliant basics in place? Do you have excellent resources at your fingertips? I regularly have conversations with All Things IC’s clients about setting standards, so I decided to tackle this topic to launch Season Three of my podcast. It has just been published […]
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Celebrating behind-the-scenes brilliance
As professional communicators, we often talk about how our work is behind-the-scenes. We curate and create conversations and encourage the voices of our employees and leaders to be amplified. Today I’m delighted to share the news with you that my Candid Comms Podcast Producer, Debbie West, has been shortlisted in the International Women’s Podcast Awards […]
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Podcast: A candid conversation about mentoring with Melisa Kakas
What are the benefits of having a mentor? When is the right time to volunteer to be a mentor yourself? Today’s episode of the Candid Comms podcast is the season two finale and features Melisa Kakas, Internal Communications Manager at British Business Bank. I have the pleasure of mentoring Melisa through the Institute of Internal […]
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