I heard this phrase for the first time on the James O’Brien radio show the other day. And it really stayed with me for two reasons.
by Darren Caveney
Read morethe #unawards22 are OPEN
The 7th annual UnAwards launch TODAY. They're the most accessible industry awards around. Now is not a time to quietly sit back and hope your boss recognises and appreciates your efforts. So try and get yourself shortlisted for an UnAward to really put your work on the organisational map.
by Darren Caveney
Read morefrom owls to wizards - the magic in saying 'no'
I’m a natural people pleaser so ‘Give the customer what they want’ has always been the internal mantra ringing in my ears.
by Cath Farrell
Read moretv, film and cinema recs and reviews for comms people: august
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 morethere are 25 other letters…
It started with a light-hearted post in a team WhatsApp. Poking fun at myself as the guy in front bore a passing resemblance.
by Paul Butler
Read morerunning a behaviour change campaign for learner drivers
comms2point0 was created 11 years ago to showcase best practice communications and to share insights and learning. This new campaign case study does just that.
by Abigail Britten
Read moreuk city of culture - it’s ok to be in it and not win it
If you want people to feel good about their hometown, bidding for UK City of Culture is one way to whip up some love.
by Jenny Gibson
Read morereal queens straighten each other’s crowns
Just over a week ago many of you will have cheered, sobbed and enjoyed the Lionness’ historic win. But for us it was more than just a football match, it was more than just a trophy and it was definitely more than football coming home. It was something we recognised and had benefitted from…
by Jill Spurr and Louisa Dean
Read moretv, film and cinema recs and reviews for comms people: july
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.
This has been a very good month after some pretty average offerings recently. Tuck in and find a new watch.
by Darren Caveney
Read moredoncaster council: our digital journey 2.0
The last few years have seen an absolute turbo-boost for digital communications. I’ve been saying this to my colleagues for a while now (so much in fact, I’m sure they’re sick of hearing it) but to give one example our combined Facebook and Twitter reach in 2019 was 18 million, in 2020 that went up to 89 million (largely thanks to an exploding whale) and in 2021 it was 32 million. I’m sure you’ll have seen a rise in your audience accessing your messaging and services via digital means too.
by Nick Fromont
Read more8 lessons from a successful comms campaign: mycareview in cheshire east
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
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