Finding a job is an ongoing challenge for many in communications and PR. Here’s an insight into how it really feels to be in the midst of that struggle.
by Son Pham
Read morenot just for techies: web accessibility for communicators
When new legal regulations on website accessibility come into force later this month, the content you create for online channels will need a rethink
by Karen Pagett
Read morecreativity: morning lark or night owl
case study: writing a new chapter for the thames estuary
What does the ‘Thames Estuary’ mean to you? This new case study lifts the lid on the what, why and how.
by Paul Morris
Read morenew resource - digital presentation skills training
Would your colleagues benefit from a new training resource on digital presentation skills? A new training workshop has been created on how to make the most of the booming video platforms market in the UK.
by Darren Caveney
Read morethe way we make you feel
Evaluation has always been an essential part of what we as communicators do. So when teams have come through five months of intense, unique work it’s fascinating to take a look at the outputs, outcomes and lessons learned.
by Michael Carden
Read moreforget you
Weeks on from the CIPR’s sobering ‘State of the Profession’ report that found huge disparities between the PR profession and the dynamic of the UK, and as the PRCA announces its new Race and Ethnicity Equity Board, this new guest post reveals what it feels like to apply for jobs in PR.
by Teela Clayton
Read morewelcome to august, your new planning month: 5 top tips to lighten the load
How is your comms plan looking right now? Time for a post-Lockdown refresh maybe?
By Darren Caveney
Read moreis your job description the barrier?
virtual comms consultants – a fascinating 14 week journey with twists and turns aplenty
Well when your week begins with a retweet from the great James O’Brien it had peaked very early. But actually the day got even better with of all things a Zoom call…
by Darren Caveney
Read moreno more heroes – purpose and the greater good!
We’re a group of local gov loving, curious, positive, and up for a crazy task, people having a go at developing #OneStory for local government – it’s a story of purpose and the greater good.
by Dawn Reeves
Read morehow your comms could stop the bully
There are few things which can affect your mental health and wellbeing more than bullying in the workplace. Yet it is still so rarely discussed and tackled. As communicators we can play a role…
by Jude Tipper
Read moreup schitt’s creek with an unlikely lockdown paddle
Warning: this blog post might contain spoilers – so, readers, please consider yourself alerted although I'll try my best to limit the surprises.
by Andrew Walker
Read morejobless, possibly stateless and almost homeless: my life as a crisis comms case
One of our community is in a particularly bad spot. If you think that you can support a colleague please read on.
by Katrina Marshall
Read morevisagate – update
What a difference a week can make. Here’s an important update and thank you to the best community around.
by Katrina Marshall
Read morethe dreaded e word
Can you evaluate your communications whilst still in the eye of a crisis and with resources stretched like never before? Yes, and here’s how…
by Amanda Nash
Read morea communicator in lockdown, and other stories
Full disclosure: I have mostly enjoyed the last three months of Lockdown.
by Paul Masterman
Read morecommunicators – social care needs you
Lesson learned, lessons learned. We always hear about lessons learned. But are they really learned and acted upon? This important post reminds us that there is still much to do in gaining a higher priority for social care in the UK.
by Mark Ford
Read morewhat if our cities could talk?
How Hello Lamp Post empowers local authorities to give citizens a voice in city planning and a new way to explore cities and visitor attractions.
Read moresatisfaction with councils at record high
With public trust in many sectors badly affected during Covid-19, local government has bucked the trend and created increased trust and satisfaction amongst residents.
by David Holdstock
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