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Joined a firm and soon realised the actions and behaviors didn’t match with the briefing and orientation pack? Walked the floors and noticed how precious people were about who they knew or how close they sat next to the centres of power? Wondered why there was inconsistency with the way employees were introduced and welcomed? […]
Step into many organisations today and you notice an endless flurry of activity. Meetings back-to-back, Teams notifications pinging constantly, and a culture where employees feel the need to prove they are ‘busy’ at all times. On the surface, it looks like progress is happening. But look closer: projects are restarted repeatedly, decisions are delayed or […]
Ever copy-pasted something into ChatGPT and then had that sinking feeling you shouldn’t have? Welcome to the club nobody wants to join. Every day, communication pros like us are walking a tightrope. Trying to get stuff done faster while praying we don’t accidentally torpedo our careers. Take for example, Jake who was drafting a product […]
Delighted to share my recent conversation with Shawn Pfunder on Simpplr’s Cohesion Podcast.  Shawn is an excellent interviewer and asked me thought-provoking questions to steer the chat. We covered a range of topics – from internal communication practices to employee experience; from entrepreneurship to personal branding. We also covered the influence of AI, culture […]
If you work with a globally distributed workforce, communicating employee surveys requires careful orchestration. Ensuring a meaningful and successful survey within a multicultural environment demands strategic thinking. Here are the key aspects to consider leading up to the survey launch. Leaders’ Commitment Matters Leadership plays a pivotal role in the success of any initiative, and […]
Having spent my time in India, Poland and now in Australia, I take you through images of city life and everyday happenings as I traverse these nations. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBp1-diLcnv-LRXHw5tPstw Do drop by and check the videos.
Embarking on a journey in a new country is a challenging endeavor, particularly when faced with the daunting task of discerning whose guidance to trust and which advice to heed. It’s easy to fall into the belief that every encounter holds the promise of well-intentioned support. However, a note of caution is essential. Allow me […]
Here’s wishing my readers a blessed New Year! This is Edition #101 of my newsletter. Thank you for your support and encouragement. As the world of work continues its transformative journey in 2024 – embracing hybrid and gig working, navigating the complexities of multigenerational teams, and contending with the pervasive influence of AI – internal […]
In the dynamic landscape of everyday work, we often find ourselves fixated on success stories and triumphs. Awards are bestowed upon those who have achieved commendable feats, and rightly so. However, what if I told you that there’s an equally valuable aspect to embrace – the art of celebrating failures in internal communications? Yes, you […]
Culture is defined as ‘the way things happen around here’ and while there is positive intent to ensure people focus on what’s right, when poor behavior is ignored or worse, recognized, culture becomes what I can ‘un’culture. An environment where managers and leaders let things slide, ignore warning signs that the culture is eroding and […]