Governing the responsible use of AI: the important role IC has to play
Sophie talks about how we govern AI in businesses and the important role IC (could) play within it.
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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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Getting the board on board: how to present an internal comms business case that will win backing and budget
Sophie shares top tips on how to create a great business case to get both budget and backing from management for a piece of work.
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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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Powering purpose: how it can revolutionise the workforce
Kate writes about the human need for purpose, and why it’s more important than ever at work.
2024 internal comms unboxed: comms audits, listening leaders & the strategy shuffle
Our lovely team on our Christmas do last week. Yes, we know it’s Janury - but we’ve been busy!
How to make AI work for you in 2024
Kate thinks about the benenfits that AI can bring to Internal Comms and how we’ll be using it (and helping to shape it) this year.
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Reflections on 2023
Kate and Sophie reflect on a busy 2023 in their Internal Comms world, and share excitement for the year ahead.
Three reasons your internal comms is broken – and how to fix it
Kate talks about internal communications - and how when it’s broken - it’s everyone’s problem! She offers experience and advice on how to fix it.
The internal newsletter: our top tips to avoid common mistakes
Sophie writes about the humble newsletter and how she believes it still has a very strong place in communications.
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Are you a Head of IC? Are these some of your pain points?
The challenges faced by Heads of Internal Communications in 2023 and what to do about them.
The vital role of internal communications teams in workplace wellbeing
Kate discusses how IC can support wellbeing in the workplace, and how important open conversations about mental health are so important.
Damned if we do, damned if we don’t: the challenges of a return to the office for women
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The return to physical workplaces post-pandemic poses unique challenges for women, stemming from historical inequalities and increased caregiving responsibilities. While remote work offered flexibility, the burden of childcare and household duties fell disproportionately on women. With more emploers now asking people to return to the office, what does the future workplace for women look like?
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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Make Work Better Conference 2023
Sophie rounds up a brilliant first ‘Make Work Better’ conference from Investors In People - with great speakers like Ben Whitter and Steven Bartlett addressing topics like what makes a great leader, the future of HR and AI.
Culture builders: how internal comms shapes a company culture
Sophie uses far too many metaphors to talk about how important internal comms is in the shaping of company culture.
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The power of storytelling in internal communications: tips from Cosy Meerkat
Kate emphasises the power that storytelling continues to hold in internal comms - and shares Cosy Meerkat’s top tips to harness that power.
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