Starting out in internal communications can be often overwhelming and unnerving. It is always great to begin on the right foot and what better way than to hear from leaders and those who have been there and done it! I sought perspectives from a few and here are some: “The Big Five for newbie internal […]
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An Internal Communications Brief? Aren’t We Getting Bureaucratic?
How often do you come across a client who acknowledges the ‘importance’ and ‘relevance’ of internal communications but just doesn’t want to follow the process? Nabil, the internal communicator with Quiotic Retail was at a loss to get his client to explain what he wanted to achieve. He had recently created a briefing template that […]
Are Internal Communicators in the Business of Keeping Stakeholders Happy?
Internal communicators often have to balance between doing what is easy and what is the right thing to do for the business. Often the latter isn’t the most popular decision since it goes against the grain and antagonizes stakeholders. Amy, the internal communicator from Indi Company handled the company e-zine  – Reach and she got […]
Is employee recognition on your radar?
Often recognizing staff is confused with promotions and pay. Furthermore, when the focus of the organization is in only achieving business results without a consideration for employee effort, it can lead to staff demoralized and undervalued. Not surprisingly, the 2012 Kelly Global Workforce Index indicates that only about 44% employees feel valued by their employers. […]
Can Internal Communications Impact the Bottom-Line?
I came across an interesting question on Linkedin by a communication professional in the Russian Federation seeking inputs on how ‘internal communications affects business results (in terms of money)’. He goes on to explain his situation – “IC is a new function in our company. I need to prove expenses to Board Members. I understand […]
Message First – Design Next!
My last post got some interesting viewpoints. Adam expressed the need for blending tone, consistency and image into the communication. Excellent perspective. Rishu talked of involving staff in the conversation and preempt questions they may have. Valid points. Annie highlighted the importance of including the ‘what’s in it for staff’ and also adding visuals that […]
Communication Insights at NASSCOM Foundation’s Not-For-Profit Workshop
I had the opportunity to serve as a communication resource for NASSCOM Foundation’s partner NGOs who gathered at Bangalore today, December 2, 2011 to learn more about marketing and communication pointers to improve reach, get donor commitment and enhance image. The event held at Thomson Reuters office invited marketing and communication professionals from organizations to […]
Struggling to Build Your Internal Communication Team’s Presence?
Internal communicators are experts and specialists who collaborate with leaders and human resources to help achieve a shared understanding of organizational goals, connect and recognize employees. However to be accepted as leaders the team is often called up to prove its worth and value. How you build your team’s presence is crucial for their success. […]
The joy of partnering with a leader blogger who ‘gets’ it
As an internal communication professional nothing can come close to working for an internal client who just ‘gets’ it! I wanted to write this post to share insights from an ongoing partnership that I am beginning to enjoy. Also, share some ideas to make your internal leader’s blog leap ahead. Two reasons that make it […]