The wait is over – the full UnAwards 2024 shortlist is LIVE.
by Darren Caveney
Read morebluesky - is this the moment?
With Elon Musk being added to Trump’s forthcoming new government is this the time for a meaningful Bluesky breakthrough?
by Darren Caveney
Read morethe UnAwards 2024 public vote is live
seeing the wood from the trees
I’ve just published the findings of the largest report into Public Sector Digital Communications in the UK. Over 215 public sector organisations including 123 councils, 5 combined authorities, 13 police forces, 15 fire and rescue services and 44 health organisations took part.
by Mandy Pearse
Read morewow. a record breaker. what next in the unawards 2024?
10 x top tips to win an UnAward
Here are some valuable lessons and insights from past winners, judges and sponsors
by Darren caveney
Read moreflip it and reverse it: how being negative can identify what matters
Ever feel like it's easier to know what you don’t want than what you do? Turns out, that's not a flaw—it's a tool.
by Jude Tipper
Read morepartnering with cosmetics firm barry m to engage gen z in tackling violence against women and girls
By 2030, Gen Z will make up 30% of the UK population. So, creating effective campaigns to engage them well will continue to grow in importance for comms teams.
by Candice Chambers
Read morechallenges to change
We don’t like the way things are. And we don’t like change. Put these two things together and you end up standing still.
That was said at a workshop I recently attended about transformation. And it stayed with me.
by Dee Cowburn
Read morecomms unite! reclaim the story
THave you noticed how EVERYONE is a storyteller these days? Have you been grinding your teeth and biting your tongue at the endless references to 'the narrative'? It's time to restore some sanity to storytelling.
by James Morton
Read moreunawards 2024 ticket sales are LIVE
Tickets for the UnAwards 2024 ceremony are LIVE. Don’t leave it too long to grab yours…
by Darren Caveney
Read moreall new webinar: how to win an unaward
Winning an UnAward is a very special thing.
But how can you win one?
Find out exactly how by getting the inside track from past winners and current judges in this special new webinar.
by Darren Caveney
Read more#chargesafe to avoid an ‘explosion’ of lithium battery fires
One of the best aspects of working in local government communications is the ability to share experiences and materials for the greater good.
by Andreas Christophorou
Read morethe talking comms podcast (2017-2024) and an exciting new chapter. plus, training you’ll love…
Like so many people – between a quarter and third of everyone in the UK, depending on who you believe – I love podcasts.
I mean, I really love podcasts.
by Adrian Stirrup
Read morethe unawards 2024 are OPEN
The 9th annual UnAwards launch TODAY. They're the most exciting and accessible industry awards around. Now is not a time to quietly sit back and hope your organisation recognises and appreciates your efforts. Instead try and get yourself shortlisted for an UnAward to really put your work on the organisational map.
by Darren Caveney
Read moreis there a spin doctor in the house?
As we settle into a country with a new government the announcements have come thick and fast as to how this one will feel different.
by Hannah Clubb
Read moretransforming your time and making more of it
Time management and overwhelm is real when you run your own business. I mean let’s be honest it is real no matter your personal and professional circumstances.
by Dee Cowburn
Read morehow not to communicate about anything, ever.
Some hard lessons from the Conservative campaign disasterclass of 2024
by Ben Capper
So there you have it. Genny Lec 2024, done and dusted. And dusted very thoroughly.
Read morejust days until the general election. and I'm still working on my vote...
I was 100% decided. I knew before the election was declared exactly who I'd vote for. My decision was primarily tactical based on what I think is best for the country, but also aligned with my personal values. It was all sewn up.
by Georgia Turner
Read morea gen z view on the general election
With all the General Election excitement at the moment, campaigning parties are turning to different social channels to captivate new audiences and spread their message far and wide – encouraging a new wave of voters. The channel in question? TikTok.
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