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From a dental school drop-out, to a National Sales Manager of a multi-billion-dollar medical device company, Chip Helm has over the last thirty years perfected the art of developing and maintaining long-term relationships to help drive sales success. He mentors and shares leadership wisdom with professionals at all levels of their sales career track. Chip […]
Presenting the 47th edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series featuring Pallavi Deshmukh of Bridgestone India. Pallavi heads Corporate Communications at the leading tire manufacturer and is a marketing and communications specialist, with over 17 years of experience in brand management, strategy and communication development. She explains how to tailor communication to suit audience needs and the ability of […]
Presenting the 46th edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series featuring Samir Dhond of Ittiam Systems Pvt. Ltd. Samir is the Chief People Officer and Senior Vice President, Human Resources and Corporate Communications. Experienced in industries such as pharmaceutical, software development, semiconductor and IP development he is certified to conduct mentoring programs and conducted intense development interventions for […]
How did internal communications work during COVID-19? What perceptions did practitioners have about the value and impact of internal communications? What were the key channels used? Which were the most effective? What were the biggest challenges and opportunities for communicators? What specific lessons did they learn from the pandemic and the communications related to it? […]
Dipu is an award-winning CXO-level executive and currently served as the Head of operations, communities & CX for Asia’s leading general insurance company, Bajaj Allianz. He leads a team of ~1600 people in 170 locations, leveraging fintech / insurtech start-ups globally. Prior to insurance, he worked at GE Capital (financial services + cards) for 20 […]
This article first appeared in Business World (May 18, 2020) What is changing in our world with COVID-19? How can we stay relevant? In what ways can we contribute as individuals and personal brands? These and other questions maybe on your mind as you experience what the world faces currently. While there is hope that […]
What does the new normal mean for Corporate Social Responsibility and sustainability champions? What trends and conditions must practitioners be aware of? How can we be future-ready? COVID-19 has upended all that we imagined about giving, volunteering, stakeholder engagement and more. Take for example these trends from recent research findings: 71% will never trust brands […]
Presenting the 45th edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series featuring Sukanya Chakraborty of VFS Global. Sukanya is the Global Head of Corporate Communications & CSR at VFS Global. With over 21 years of experience in global IT services, Outsourcing, Property consulting, interactive media and community start-up companies, Sukanya has driven communication and marketing agendas for B2B and […]
Communicating corporate social responsibility is important to demonstrate positive intent and align stakeholders. Taking stakeholders into confidence and building trust through CSR communications is vital for sustainability programming and success. In the 6th edition of the CSR Communications Series, – Peter Brun, Chief Communications Officer at VFS Global articulates the crucial role of CSR communication […]
As the pioneer of brand valuation in the country, Ramesh Thomas knows a fair bit about harnessing business potential and capital. A TEDx speaker, columnist and founder of Equitor Value Advisory, Ramesh is sought after for his thoughts on branding and strategy. Our families know each other for decades and I have followed his journey […]
Presenting the 44th edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series featuring Ritwik Borthakur of Mastercard. Ritwik is a seasoned, strategic communications professional with over 12 years of experience in large and diversified, industrial and technology MNCs. He is a firm believer of creating organizational and brand narratives. In his role, Ritwik manages campaigns, events, employer brand and internal […]
Looking to create and curate your personal brand? Interested to know yourself better and extend your impact on the world? Then look up the Personal Branding 101 – Unlock Your Potential and Get Ahead course that I created on Udemy! The personal branding online course is for anyone from any walk of life – students, […]
In the 21st edition of Intraskope‘s Personal Branding Series, Dr, Deva addresses the nuances of personal branding and the role of trust in establishing domain expertise. Prof. Deva is an Associate Professor of Marketing- Miller College of Business at Ball State University and the Director of the Center for Professional Selling. He also teaches at […]
Often feedback sharing is a complex and confusing experience for the receiver because not much is known about where the inputs were received from and why they matter. Also, feedback is captured poorly and therefore helping receivers appreciate the context is difficult and can end up demoralizing rather than uplift the spirits. In the blog […]
Intraskope’s Guest Student Editor Challenge is an opportunity for students passionate about communications to showcase their creative spark and get noticed. The theme for this series is: Making our World a Better Place Through Effective Communications. In the 2nd edition, Mamta Jangid articulates how our individuality can shape our emotions. Therefore, paying more attention to […]
Communicating corporate social responsibility is crucial for engaging stakeholders. As long as conduct it in the right spirit, such communications goes a long way in building pride among staff and strengthens trust among external stakeholders. In the 5th edition of the CSR Communications Series, – Dr. Mahul Brahma, Vertical Head (CSR, Comms, Branding, Publishing, Conferences) […]
Building a personal brand means being honest and true to yourself while giving back selflessly. In this interview Amith talks of his personal journey and lessons learnt along the way. Amith Prabhu is a pioneering Public Relations and Reputation Management professional with over 15 years of experience, having worked, in India and in the USA […]
Pleased to share that I will be a resource person for a webinar on how CSR is transforming due to COVID-19. Organized by IIHMR University, this webinar on August 27, 2020 from 06:00 PM – 07:00 PM will help participants better organize their efforts and do good to themselves and the society at large in […]
Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance domain is growing in strength in the world. Behavior change communications is essential for gaining commitment and making progress. the 4th edition of the CSR Communications Series, Sangeeta Robinson – Sustainability and Inclusion Lead, PVR Ltd and independent consultant, discusses the power and potential of this evolving domain. Sangeeta is […]
Delighted to share my online personal branding course is now available for enrollment. It covers my 3C Model of Personal Branding, specifics on how anyone can do about building their personal brand along with videos, templates and resources to draw inspiration from. Take the course now! https://intraskope.thinkific.com/ Please share your feedback. You can look forward […]
Intraskope’s Student Guest Editor Challenge is an opportunity for students passionate about communications to showcase their creative spark and get noticed. Intraskope is India’s first and only blog on internal communications started in 2006. The theme for this series is: Making our World a Better Place Through Effective Communications. In the first edition, Astha Arora […]
Presenting the 43rd edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series featuring Vinitha Oommen of Northern Trust. Vinitha is an advocate of brand building and storytelling and has over 19 years of experience with internal communication, social media marketing, analysts relations, global public relations, events, employee engagement and corporate social responsibility. Watch the complete video interview on YouTube or read the […]
Sukanti Ghosh is among the foremost authorities on crisis communications and advocacy apart from being a great mentor to many, including me.He hassignificant experience advising C-suite executives through organizational change, in support of international market access, consolidation, crises, reputation management, commercialization of business offerings, and policy change communication initiatives. A Past Member of the National […]
Presenting the 42nd edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series featuring Ellen Hall of Refinitiv. Watch the complete video interview on YouTube or read the transcript below. Ellen Hall is a senior communications practitioner, with 15+ years of communications experience. She began her journey studying public relations hoping to work in celebrity PR but has happily ended up in the […]
Dr. Amit Nagpal is the one of the pioneers of blogging in the country. As the President @Bloggers Alliance, a keynote speaker, storyteller and author of Amazon bestseller he hasreceived Dr S Radhakrishnan Memorial National Media Network Award 2017 for contributions to online media and was the ASMA Blogger of the year award in 2017. […]
Abha Maryada Banerjee is fondly known as the “Asian Oprah” and the 1st International Woman Motivator. A qualified lawyer, she has created a niche for herself in a space not known for many women to make a mark – public speaking and motivation. Known to speak her mind (and not often liked for it!), Abha […]
Presenting the next edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series featuring Anurita Saxena of AXA Business Services. Watch the complete video interview on YouTube or read the transcript below. Anurita has over a decade of experience managing internal and external communications. She has worked in the manufacturing, technology, telecom & insurance sectors, and has seen communications evolving from an […]
Extending the deadline for submission due to requests from communicators to August 20, 2020. COVID-19 has disrupted the way the world operates like never before. Effective internal communications is known to help keep employees informed, engaged and committed during crises. As the ‘black swan’ event of COVID-19 continues to evolve, gaining a clearer understanding of […]
Presenting the 41st edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series featuring Harshita Nair of Subex. Watch the complete video interview on YouTube or read the transcript below. With over 17 years of experience in the B2B and B2C space, Harshita has managed multiple projects involving internal and external communications (especially, crisis and change communication), leadership and stakeholder management, campaign development […]
This blog first appeared on the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) Inside website: https://cipr.co.uk/CIPR/Network/Groups_/Inside_content/Blogs_/COVID-19_How_internal%20_communications_and_virtual_leadership_enhance_employee_experience.aspx As the world copes with the pandemic and green shoots of recovery emerge, there are key trends, issues and opportunities related to employees’ experiences that organizations face into. The impact of COVID-19 on employees’ experiences, the summation of all and everyday interactions […]
Harnessing the collective might of organizations to focus on common goals and improve community impact isn’t an easy task. Especially, when the CSR charters are varied and resources are limited. However, through transparent engagement, strong partnerships and consistent practices, the sky is the limit. In the 3rd edition of the CSR Communications Series, Shaina Ganapathy […]
Dr. Latha Vijaybaskar calls herself a “retired teenager who is optimistic and audacious enough to believe deep conversations and engaging collaboration will inspire action with remarkable celerity”. What strikes me about that statement is her candor, commitment and sense of humor. A holder of a PhD, three masters degrees, one in Psychology, one in management […]
Presenting the 40th edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series featuring Neha Kumar. Watch the complete video interview on YouTube or read the transcript below. In her last assignment, Neha served as the Regional Internal Communications and Employee Engagement Lead at a global insurer based in Hong Kong. With over 15 years of experience in communications, as a journalist and a PR […]
Sunil Robert and I worked as colleagues and I have observed his strong relationship-building skills and networking abilities at close quarters. If there is anyone who knows the power of authentic engagement and purpose-led living, it is Sunil. A communications professional who comes from a very humble background, crafted a path for himself, overcame challenges […]
Presenting the 39th edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series featuring Arnab Roy Choudhury. Watch the complete video interview on YouTube or read the transcript below. Arnab serves as the Global Communications Lead, Information & Cyber Security for Standard Chartered Bank and is the Singapore Co-Lead for Asia Pacific Association of Communications Directors, a forum for communication leaders. With two decades of […]
I had the opportunity recently to talk to an enthusiastic bunch of PR professionals to share my thoughts on personal branding and how anyone can go about being their best selves. Below are some questions which were asked, and I felt these are probably on many of your minds as well. Hence sharing them here […]
Presenting the 38th edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series featuringBhavna Satyanarayan. Watch the complete video interview on YouTube or read the transcript below. Bhavna is the Head of Communications at the Care Chemicals division of BASF Asia-Pacific based in Hong Kong. An experienced, outcome-driven, communications professional, she has worked on the agency and corporate sides in India and overseas. With a […]
Scott Shirai, 77, is a results-oriented expert with proven success and awards in fundraising, strategic planning, marketing, corporate grants & sponsorships, public relations, branding, board development, communications, team-building, research, and training. He is the recipient of the Innovator’s Award for fundraising and research three years in a row in ceremonies at the White House. Recipient […]
Dr. Sandeep is a well-known HR and leadership consultant with a strong track record and with impeccable credentials. A Doctorate from IIM Ahmedabad (his paper was accepted in one of the world’s top journals) and an author of The Making of a CEO, Sandeep is unassuming and believes in letting his work do the talking. […]
Research on public relations measurement has caught the attention of practitioners and academicians for decades. The focus has shifted from evaluating output to measuring outcomes; from setting goals to engaging stakeholders better. Numerous platforms and collaborative efforts have resulted in broad principles and guardrails for public relation professionals to demonstrate value and business impact. The […]
Every employee is a steward of the organization’s corporate social responsibility agenda and impact. How organizations involve them to contribute widely to society will influence reputation, the business and the impact it makes. In the 2nd edition of the CSR Communications Series, Roshni Venkatesh, an experienced CSR practitioner, shares her experiences with communications, what it […]
Looking to gain insights on how your internal communications is received, perceived and acted upon? Running an audit isn’t the same as doing a poll. It is much more comprehensive, and the output is expected to help make interventions and decisions related to business goals. While communication channel audits can give you some inputs on […]
Presenting the 37th edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series featuringAnuroopa Pereira. Watch the complete video interview on You Tube or read the transcript below. Anuroopa heads Corporate Communications at Applied Materials India and has over 15+ years of local and international experience in managing public relations campaigns and analyst relations programs for Fortune 500 companies in India and Asia Pacific and Japan. That apart, […]
Abhijit is a recognized learning and human resources thought leader, A Linkedin ‘must know’ author and consultant. Forbes called him “one of India’s most interesting globalists“(Forbes) and he was voted No. 1 HR Influencer on Social Media by SHRM in 2018.He believes in creating human connections and experimenting with different facets of the mind. Abhijit […]
Presenting the 36th edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series featuring Paul Downey of Microsoft UK. Paul has over 15 years’ experience in both private and public sectors, across global markets, specializing in internal and change communications, employee and brand engagement, organizational design and content and event curation. He believes in taking a strategic, pragmatic approach […]
Mangal has had a varied professional journey and her ability to reinvent is what struck me as inspirational. From sales and marketing to starting out as an entrepreneur, as a communication professional and as a writer, she has charted a path very few women leaders have. Her father was her inspiration and she leads with […]
Presenting the 35th edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series featuring Elizabeth Chen. Watch the complete video interview on You Tube or read the transcript below. Elizabeth manages internal communications for a worldwide leader in information technology and networking and has over 13 years of experience with branding and external communications as well. Her background with […]
Itzik Amiel is a global authority on networking, a sought-after speaker and author of The Switch. I had the opportunity to listen to his energizing keynote address at the 2018 IABC EuroComm conference at Copehagen, Denmark where I also spoke on internal communications. Itzik brings a personal touch to his engagements and is a great […]
Pleased to share than I will be sharing my thoughts on personal branding on June 4, 2020 at 4pm. Over the last few years I have been researching personal branding from various perspectives. More recently, I have interviewed thought leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals and academicians to understand their approaches to building and sustaining personal brands. You […]
Presenting the 34th edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series featuring Kriti Pradhan. Watch the complete video interview on You Tube or read the transcript below. Kriti heads Communications – internal, external and digital HR at the Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. (The Times Group) and has 20+ years of experiencein branding, events, internal and external […]
Mubeena Azeez is a talent acquisition professional and has established herself as a career management advisor. With her background in recruitment, she has also branched into social media engagement, employer branding and a whole lot more. A model and a trained dancer, she believes in inspiring people to spread positivity through her actions – personally […]
Delighted to share the 33rd edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series featuring Shakambhari Thakur. Watch the complete video interview on You Tube or read the transcript below. Shakambhari currently works as the Deputy General Manager: Corporate Communications – Samsung Research Institute at Bengaluru, India and has over 17 years of experience in corporate communications, CSR, […]
Alexander Michael Gittens is a business strategist, author and speaker and lives in downtown Toronto, Canada. Recently, we spoke on a video call and I found Alexander’s ability to engage authentically and his passion for excellence, very uplifting. He has been an achiever in more ways than one and yet believes in gratitude, staying grounded […]
Interview with Ira Pradhan – Communications Leader at a Global Automobile Major, India Pleased to share the 32nd edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series features Ira Pradhan. Watch the complete video interview on You Tube or read the transcript below. Ira is a Corporate Communications Leader with experience in the healthcare, consumer electronics, information technology, […]
Gautam Ghosh is an unassuming personal brand who has helped guide many other professionals shape who they are through the deliberate act of blogging. Today, many HR and digital media experts owe their success to Gautam’s evangelism and propagation of getting the word out to the world. In this interview, he reflects on his personal […]
First published on Business World (May 19, 2020): http://www.businessworld.in/article/The-6Ps-of-Personal-Branding-During-COVID-19/18-05-2020-192364/ What is changing in our world with COVID-19? How can we stay relevant? In what ways can we contribute as individuals and personal brands? These and other questions maybe on your mind as you experience what the world faces currently. While there is hope that we […]
Pleased to share the 31st edition of Intraskope’s Spotlight on Internal Communication Series featuring Bhavana Kuka of Falabella. Watch the complete video interview on You Tube or read the transcript below. She discusses the role of employees as brand ambassadors and shares an exciting campaign that evoked interest and generated engagement. Bhavana believes strongly in the role […]
Personal branding is a way to discover your true self and give back in ways that matter. Over the years, I have offered practical tools, resources and coached people be their best selves through personal branding. As an internal communications expert, I believe that organizations are an amalgamation of personal brands and unless leaders recognize […]
Personal branding is built by amplifying your authentic voice. It takes a lot to build a personal brand. It is essential to discover your calling. So, how do you know you are connecting to your purpose? What must you do to be consistent in your pursuit? Which approaches work if you want to continue adding […]
Delighted to share this excellent piece from Sabith, a good friend of mine and collaborator on corporate social responsibility projects. I have always been impressed by his passion for public affairs and citizenship and his depth of knowledge in nonprofit leadership and philanthropy. In this post, Sabith reflects on the role of leaders during crises […]
Personal branding is about reputation and fulfilling your purpose. It isn’t easy building a personal brand and it can’t be built overnight. What are the risks and opportunities one encounters while creating a personal brand? How does one establish a reputation that stands the test of time? I am honored to share this interview with […]
What does it take to differentiate yourself? How can you draw on your strengths and help others in their quest for success? I had the opportunity to chat with Tinu Cherian Abraham, a social media champion and global PR & communications professional who has been featured in a 40 under 40 listing of PR leaders. […]
Personal branding is gaining ground globally and is the art of differentiating yourself while adding value to the world around you. In this Series, I explore the topic through the eyes of those who are acclaimed in their fields and are striving to progress their personal brands. Muqbil Ahmar is one such person – a […]
This article first appeared on my Linkedin page: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/10-trends-post-covid-19-world-aniisu-k-verghese/ As our world fights back against #COVID19, there are several visible and invisible changes shaping how we currently work, communicate and engage. It is quite evident that this situation will take a while to get better. About 2.7 billion workers or 81% of the world’s workforce is impacted […]
With the pandemic sweeping across the world, there is a humanitarian crisis looming. Each country is at a different stage of their fightback against cononavirus and resources and support for affected individuals and organizations is lacking. There is a spurt of demand for funding, volunteers, resources, ventilators, masks, food among other needs. In India, the […]
Humbled to have co-authored a paper that won an award at the International Public Relations Research Conference (March 5-7, 2020) at Orlando, Florida. Thought I’ll share this news with you. Below are the details and the link. Paper: Enhancing Employee Commitment to Change through Uncertainty Reduction: The Role of Channel Selection and Communication Transparency Linjuan […]
Globally, we are witnessing an unprecedented crisis with the coronavirus outbreak disrupting businesses and life in general. It has resulted in governments and institutions taking drastic measures and communicating their actions to stem the spread of the deadly virus. For organisations and individuals, reputation is at stake.
The panel was undecided about two candidates they planned to hire. According to them, one was arrogant and the other was docile. They needed someone who straddled two extremes of the personality spectrum. This case study – Congenial or Docile – Whom Must We Hire?received interesting viewpoints from readers. Thank you Amrita, Murali, Annesha, Indranil and Vikram for sharing your valuable insights. […]
Orientation programs are meant to integrate new hires and get them inspired to go the extra mile for the organization. When organizations take their eye of this important phase of employee experience, it can lead to poor downstream outcomes such as lesser engagement, lower productivity and reduced performance. How can organizations intervene and spot the […]
Interested in gaining hands-on experience content with writing and curation? Want to get spotted as a budding communication talent? Inviting media, journalism and communication students from across the globe to be an #IntraskopeBlogger. With the pandemic creating uncertainty around us, this is one of the ways I am offering students a platform to be your […]