We live in very unkind times. So let’s not add to it. How about we are a little bit kinder about our trickier customers.
by Jude Tipper
Read morethe top table: influence behind the power
A panel of industry leaders recently discussed the importance of being a trusted advisor when working with executive boards. Their strongest message for communications professionals looking to achieve this goal? That it’s not always about having an actual seat at the top table.
by Damien Currie
Read morepressing pause: a playlist for comms team development
Comms will never quieten down. Your know that, right? So we all need to take charge of own our own time, diaries, screens and work demands. Some time away from them might just give us a fresh shot of clarity, focus and creativity.
by Joanne Ford
Read morecan pr pros learn from ‘amateur’ campaigners? the bletchley park story
Like many other professions we sometimes get hung up on qualifications and experience. But when someone has talent, passion and commitment it can top trump anything else.
by Claire Whitelaw
Read morewhy our hr teams must be brand ambassadors
The recruitment process can be the first real window to the inner workings and effectiveness of an organisation. It’s never a good look when that goes wrong.
by Eva Duffy
Read moredoncaster council case study: how number-crunching helps us engage on social media
Doncaster Council has won many plaudits for its approach to social media over the past couple of years. I’m official a fan. So what a treat to get a behind the scenes glimpse on some of the secrets of their success.
by Nick Fromont
Read morepracticing what we preach – the joy of social media-free sunday
In our industry we talk a lot about screen breaks and spending too long online. This is nothing new. But for many of us we need to consciously work at better managing this issue for our own mental health, wellbeing and creativity.
by Darren Caveney and the Comms Unpluggers
Read morehow 280 twitter characters could benefit communications people
So, after much anticipation, it's official. Nearly all Twitter users have 280 characters.
by Kerry-Lynne Pyke
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