Once in a while, a comms initiative comes along that just hits all the right notes.
by Ben Capper
Read morewhy #localgov should love linkedin
Over the last couple of years, I’ve been asked many times by various organisations to share how Cheltenham Borough Council uses LinkedIn and invited to talk at several conferences. I’m always happy to do this as local government is at its best when it’s sharing, networking and learning from each other.
by Darren Knight
Read morea question of diversity… (and how you can help answer it)
4 important lessons from mentoring a comms team
I recently finished a team mentoring assignment for a brilliant county council comms team. It’s one of the most enjoyable pieces of work I’ve been given the opportunity to take part in. As always, there are many lessons. So I thought I’d share a few.
by Darren Caveney
Read moretv, film and cinema recs and reviews for comms people: june
Inspired by the genius comic, Stewart Lee, I’ve decided to keep a record of all of my TV, film and cinema viewing throughout 2022. Plus, I will write a micro review for each one and list where I watched it.
by Darren Caveney
Read morea free taster webinar - how to nail tiktok
This month’s brand, spanking new TikTok webinar was a real blast and packed with tips, learning, insights and practical advice. But don’t believe me, look at the testimonials below.
And now there’s a new free webinar you might like…
by Darren Caveney
Read more“mummy am i a girl?”
One random Saturday afternoon while eating cake, my eight-year-old daughter asked me, “Mummy am I a girl?” I asked her what she felt like and she said, “I feel like a girl mummy, but boys can have long hair and be like girls too can’t they?”
by Jo White
Read morehow can councils communicate with millennials joining the housing market? 4 top tips
tv, film and cinema recs and reviews for comms people: may
Inspired by the genius comic, Stewart Lee, I’ve decided to keep a record of all of my TV, film and cinema viewing throughout 2022. Plus, I will write a micro review for each one and list where I watched it.
by Darren Caveney
Read moresocial media marketing - the only job you'll get with no training but be expected to do it well
For such an important role, which has been around for a long time now, it’s surprising how little training some people have received.
by Michelle Jones
Read more‘say hello to the world’ - 6 lessons in communicating a start up
An online conference product, which differentiates from Zoom, Teams and other familiar video conferencing platforms by using the technology to facilitate hybrid events, has launched. It might be useful for the comms community, and there are some useful comms and launch lessons.
by Victoria Ford
Read moreit wasn't my party but I'll cry if I want to
In the wake of the "partygate" revelations published in the Sue Gray report, one anonymous public sector comms pro shares their feelings on what it means to them.
by an anonymous public sector comms pro
Read moresometimes I eat cheese
A brilliant new post which cuts through the fluff of those currently dissing the merits of homeworking.
by Jill Spurr
Read morecan comms cook?
We’re spicing things up with our wonderful comms community and crafting a collaborative cookbook full of flavoursome combinations, sweet stories and fresh ideas.
by Lauren Castle
Read moresocial media case study: 4 key lessons from an 8 month tiktok rollercoaster
tv, film and cinema recs and reviews for comms people: april
Inspired by the genius comic, Stewart Lee, I’ve decided to keep a record of all of my TV, film and cinema viewing throughout 2022. Plus, I will write a micro review for each one and list where I watched it.
by Darren Caveney
Read morewe regret to inform you 2 – from the other side of the decision
So many people have negative experiences of the job recruitment process. Here’s a new case study on how to build on those experiences and put in place interview and feedback standards which sets bar for many others to aim for.
by Jill Spurr
Read morea love letter to the team – it’s the future
I love the office. No two ways about it. The camaraderie, the buzz, the biscuits - I’m its number one fan. So, the pandemic hit me hard work-wise.
by Katie Pegg
Read moretv, film and cinema recs and reviews for comms people: march
Inspired by the genius comic, Stewart Lee, I’ve decided to keep a record of all of my TV, film and cinema viewing throughout 2022. Plus, I will write a micro review for each one and list where I watched it.
by Darren Caveney
Read morethe compelling business case for citizen experience (citx)
This new case study on citizen experience and ‘failure demand’ provides a strong argument for the investment in technology for better public sector services.
by Dave Worsell
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