Leaving the ladder down – my interview with Katie Macaulay
How is artificial intelligence (AI) impacting the world of internal communication? What mantra kept me going through COVID times? How can change comms theory help internal communicators? What can internal communicators expect from my book, Internal Communication Strategy? What own goals do I think companies have when it comes to internal communication and neurodivergence? What […]
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It’s book launch month!
After a year of writing, researching and editing, my book is finally here. I’m so excited to share Internal Communication Strategy: design, develop and transform your organizational communication with you. The book hits the shelves this month. It’s available from 3 April 2024 in the UK and rest of the world and 30 April 2024 […]
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Podcast: What to expect from Rachel’s book
My book, Internal Communication Strategy: design, develop and transform your organizational communication is being published by Kogan Page this week. Its official release date is 3 April 2024 in the UK and rest of world and 30 April 2024 in the US. Thank you to everyone who has asked me questions about the book writing […]
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Podcast: A candid conversation with Advita Patel
What is the reality of working in internal communication? Why is loneliness prevalent in the IC field? What role does confidence play when you work as an internal communicator? What does inclusive internal communication mean? What’s it like to write a book on inclusion? Today’s episode of the Candid Comms podcast features Advita Patel, founder […]
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The power of you
Are you thinking of becoming a Comms Consultant? How do you know if the time is right? What would your core offering be? Perhaps it would be change communication and you’d help leaders communicate brilliantly with their teams. Or maybe communicating with hard to reach employee groups inspires and motivates you, and you’ve developed techniques […]
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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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CIPR Excellence Awards shortlist is announced
Congratulations to all the Comms and PR professionals who have been shortlisted in this year’s Excellence Awards. The Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) has just announced who is on the 2023 list. It’s been a pleasure to help judge them again this year and I wish you the best of luck ahead of the […]
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When to start using internal communication
When is the right time to start thinking about internal communication in an organisation? What size company needs an intranet? What size should a company be before introducing internal comms channels? If these are questions you’re grappling with, you’re in the right place. I’ve been working in the field of internal communication since 2003. Over […]
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2022 State of the Public Relations Profession
An increase in working hours, impact on mental health, and career moves are familiar findings for many in the 2022 State of the Profession Report published this week by the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR). Each year, the CIPR survey collects insights from PR professionals (883 in 2022) to understand our profession’s latest trends […]
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What does world-class internal communication look like?
Are you struggling to engage teams around purpose, strategy and values? Are disengaged employees a challenge you’re facing this year? If so, you are not alone. The State of the Sector 2021/22 research is out today and as ever, it’s an interesting read for internal communicators. The survey is produced by Gallagher and I know IC […]
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PR professionals 25% more likely to suffer from poor mental health compared to other UK workers
PR practitioners are significantly more likely to suffer from poor mental health compared to other UK workers, according to new research carried out by the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) and the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA). I’m not surprised by this research, particularly given its timing in light of the pandemic. We […]
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What’s it like to learn about internal comms online?
How do you prefer to learn about internal communication? Within the world of internal communication we are spoilt for choice. If I take All Things IC as an example, we offer 1500 blog posts and 26 Candid Comms podcast episodes to help you learn for free. What is it like to learn about internal communication […]
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