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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Navigating the return to work after the pandemic
The post pandemic workplace: top tips on getting your employees back in to the office.
Navigating change with unity and purpose
How internal communications plays a pivotal role through business transformation, designing the blueprint of the journey and building trust, a culture of openness and and amplifying engagement and ownership.
DEI in the Workplace: A Decade of Transformation
Kate Shanks writes about the evolution of DEI in the workplace and her opinion on what company’s can do to improve it in the future.
Five quick wins to help you improve your internal comms
Sophie shares five quick wins for better internal communications, including considering an IC app or platform, and listening to what employees really want.
Six employee reward and recognition ideas that won’t break the bank
Sophie shares ideas for reward and recognition for small business and those on a tight budget.