No, we don’t do PR: defining what Internal Comms really does
Kate writes about what IC isn’t - and what it is, and how to set people straight when they make assumptions!
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High levels of sickness? IC can help staff wellbeing
How Internal Comms can help improve employee wellbeing.
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Get up from that desk: why we should always prioritise the human touch
Kate talks about the human touch, and how it continues to be so important - even in this digital, automated world! She also shares tips and advice on supporting line managers in their comms efforts.
The Head Office v frontline culture clash – how to stop it going terribly wrong
There are many shocking aspects to the Post Office scandal but, as internal communicators, the one we’ve been reflecting on recently is the blatant disregard those in Head Office had for their Postmasters and Postmistresses. In particular, what that said about their culture and how that culture made all the issues with their Horizon IT programme so much worse.
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Why hiring A-players isn't enough for organisational success
Sophie supports IIP’s CEO Paul Devoy when he says that A-Players aren’t a guarantee for organisational success, and explains why Internal Comms can help motivate an all-round team.
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The role of Internal Comms in an employee experience
Sophie thinks about the important things to consider when trying to elevate your employee experience, and what role internal communications plays in all of this.
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The call for a four-day working week is getting louder - are you on board yet?
Kate discusses the pros and cons of a four-day working week as companies pilot it across the UK.