Podcast: Reflecting on the history of internal communication
Thank you to Dr Joe Chick for interviewing me for the History of Internal Communication podcast. The episode has been published today and features our conversation reflecting on the past, present and history of the wonderful world of internal communication. Dr Chick is a Research Fellow on the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) funded […]
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Podcast: How to communicate the death of an employee
Today’s podcast episode comes with a trigger warning as I’ve addressed the sensitive topic of communicating an employee’s death. Towards the end of the episode I discuss suicide and will be pointing you towards resources and guidance. Come back to this episode if you’re not feeling in a safe enough space to listen to it today. […]
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Podcast: Why measurement matters for IC pros
Why does measurement matter for internal communication professionals? How can you measure internal communication? What does good look like for IC professionals? Why do IC pros think measurement is difficult? What do our professional bodies say? I’ve put measurement under the microscope in this week’s episode of the Candid Comms podcast. About Candid Comms […]
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Podcast: How to work well with a comms consultancy
Do you invite comms consultancies to support your in-house internal communication? What’s the best way to work with an agency or consultancy? Do you know how to choose the right one for you? What do you need to think through before getting in touch? I’ve explored this topic in the latest episode of my Candid […]
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Podcast: How to plan an effective All Employee Meeting
Are you responsible for creating All Employee Meetings in your organisation? Perhaps you call them Town Halls, or All Hands. Whatever the name, getting these sessions to work well can be a challenge. I’ve explored this topic in the latest episode of my Candid Comms podcast, which has just been published. You can find the […]
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Podcast: How to create an effective intranet
Do you know how to create an effective intranet? What questions should you ask when putting a business case together? What does it mean to have an effective intranet? What does good look like? Today we are diving into all things intranet related via my Candid Comms podcast. Grab a notebook for this one! You’ll […]
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Podcast: How to help leaders communicate
What is the best way to help leaders communicate? What do internal communicators need to be mindful of? Today’s episode of the Candid Comms podcast is focused on how to help leaders communicate. I’ve shared advice and guidance based on my experience. Through this episode I’ll help you think about leadership communication in your organisation, […]
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Podcast: How to be an ethical internal communicator
What does it mean to be an ethical internal communicator? What resources exist to support Internal Comms professionals in making ethical decisions? This episode of my Candid Comms podcast will help you think through ethical situations and equip you with ideas and advice. About Candid Comms The Candid Comms podcast launched in January 2021. […]
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Podcast: How to communicate in professional services
Are you working in a professional services firm? How do you communicate with your employees when they are on site with your clients? How can you help employees feel connected with your organisation? Today’s episode of the Candid Comms podcast focuses on how to communicate in professional services. About Candid Comms The Candid Comms […]
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Podcast: What is internal communication?
What is internal communication? How does internal comms work? Who is responsible for internal communication inside an organisation? If you’re looking for advice and guidance on these topics, you’re in the right place. I’ve tackled these questions via a brand new episode of my Candid Comms podcast. Episode one of season four is: What is […]
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Why your company’s first podcast should be internal
Are you thinking about creating a podcast inside your organisation? If so, make sure you know how it will fit into your channels mix. Which channel will you retire and replace with a podcast? What’s the business problem you are hoping a podcast will solve? Regular readers of my blog will know I’ve written about […]
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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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