Words spoken by colleagues can have a huge impact on our careers: Positivity and support, versus negativity and bullying. Is there ever really any excuse for the former in our industry?
by Jill Spurr
Read moresetting up a new comms ‘team within a team’ - child’s play?
Myron’s Maxims sounds like the title of a sci-fi novel, or possibly a nightclub (remember them?) but in reality, they are a set of principles by which a complex living system can work to the best effect. I used the maxims extensively over the past eight months as I designed and launched a new ‘flex team’ within the communications directorate at NHS Digital.
by Andrew Kirby
Read moreworld hearing day 2021 - a communicator's perspectives
3 March, is World Hearing Day (WHD). To be honest it’s a day I only really became aware of in my early 20’s, after all why would anyone under retirement age worry about their hearing, hearing loss only effects ‘old people’, right? Not quite.
by Ross McLean
Read morehow to run virtual events: a guide to running successful online events
We’ve all had to learn new skills during Covid. How to run virtual events is one. So this new case study and top tips on how to do them well is a very useful new resource.
by the PR Team at West Midlands Combined Authority
Read morehow can public and private revenue work in harmony?
Why the job title commercial manager for a local council isn’t as incongruous as some might believe. Plus a brand new commercialisation workshop your members may like…
by Eleri Salter
Read morein the battle between work versus home school – who wins?
What’s tougher – helping your child with their maths, or juggling work with home schooling? Either way it’s hard going and some things will just have to give.
by Josephine Graham
Read morea thank you to lgbtq+ allies
“An ally can take so many forms, from an all-out activist working day and night for the cause, to a passing stranger on the street that gives a friendly smile rather than a stare.”
by Hannah Jackson
Read morewhat does it take to deliver great social content in the public sector?
At the end of 2020 we ran a busy Twitter-Chat to break down the barriers to what it takes to deliver great social content in the public sector. Here’s what we learned.
by Andy Lambert
Read moresomething told me “don’t give up”
116 123. I never thought I’d dial that number. “Hello, Samaritans. How can I help?”
by an anonymous comms professional
Read morecan i get your digits? networking in a covid proximity
It’s hard to believe a time before COVID existed. How did people network in the olden days when you had to swap details?
by Teela Clayton
Read morecommunicating in the open: a case study for better results and engagement
We all love to see good stories being shared. But how about ALL stories being shared? This case study explores how being truly open really can work.
by Victoria Ford
Read moreone story for local government – an exciting book launch and a shiny new toolkit
Over 60 councils and individuals have contributed to a unique new book. Plus, a new narrative creating resource coincides with its launch. Want to get your hands on both?
by Dawn Reeves
Read morewhat the epic jackie weaver teaches us about communications, bullying and life itself
comms and pr evaluation best practice case study: 6 lessons from a high performing team
sharing images posted in a facebook group
A lot has changed in our industry over the past 20-years in terms of using other people’s images. But one thing remains, crediting the originator and getting permission is still the right thing to do?
by John Fox
Read morehow and why the ‘don’t act like a dick’ campaign was created
Want to get the inside track on one of the best public sector campaigns of the year so far?
by Shaun Gibbons
Read more5 smart objectives to power-up your communications in 2021
How is your comms planning shaping up for the year ahead? This new post may spark some fresh ideas for you…
by Darren Caveney
Read more10 top tips for nailing job interviews
My palms are sweating. My head churning. I take a deep breath, try to calm the racing thoughts. The pressure is immense; so much is riding on this. Got. To. Get. This. Right.
by Jude Tipper
Read morethe troubles with reflecting on 2020
Having to reflect on the last 12 months as a comms professional is sure to bring on one enormous headache – especially if you work in local government. Whilst we are used to working under extreme pressure and deadlines every day, these unprecedented times have certainly put our skillset to the ultimate test.
by Liam McCallion
Read more2020, you’ve been a pig. but let’s never forget what people did
There are a huge number of work reflections from this year of years. But there’s an overriding one which stands out for me. And that’s the future of our comms people.
by Darren Caveney
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