The inaugural meeting of the local government communication leaders network earlier this month gave us so much food for thought.
by Matt Nicholls
Read moredear person behind me…
Recently, I’ve found myself reflecting on my mental health, and for once, it’s been really pleasurable. I finally feel like I am a whole person, and my brain isn’t constantly on high alert in a scary world, or telling me that I’m not as good as everyone else. I don’t even compare anymore – I’m happy to stand in my own space and I’m proud of what I’ve achieved, both personally and professionally.
by Jill Spurr
Read moreall new webinar – how to win an unaward
Winning an UnAward is a very special thing.
But how can you win one?
Find out exactly how by getting the inside track from past winners and current judges in this special new webinar.
by Darren Caveney
Read morehow we’re using tiktok to target our residents
2023 has been a unique year for social media. From Twitter’s rebrand to X and the overnight rise…and then plateau of Threads; as a digital communications team, we’ve found that some platforms have just not been what they used to be. Learning from this, we turned our attention and efforts to the most talked about social media channel right now, and it’s seems to be paying off.
by Lauren Surtees
Read morethe power of in-person events: a case study in climate change engagement
In today's fast-paced digital world, the pull of online marketing and social media campaigns often takes centre stage in our efforts to engage with the public. After all, it's quick, cost-effective, and easily measurable. But in our quest for efficiency, are we missing something deeper?
by Rose Hampton
Read morenominate someone brilliant in the unawards23
We know that a common complaint from comms pros is a lack of recognition for their work. The #UnAwards23 is your chance to change that. In a big way.
by Darren Caveney
Read moresay what you see: 5 famous quotes to fuel your creativity and campaigns
I think we can all agree, if there’s one thing we can thank the internet for, it’s the rise of the inspirational quote. Whose day or week isn’t enhanced by someone posting an image telling us to Live, Love, Laugh over a pink and purple sunset?
by James Morton
Read moretv, film and cinema recs and reviews for comms people: september
If you’re anything like me a good TV or film recommendation is a handy thing to have. Here are my watches in September….
by Darren Caveney
Read moretickets for the UnAwards 2023 ceremony are live
Tickets for the UnAwards 2023 ceremony are LIVE. Don’t leave it too long to grab yours…
by Darren Caveney
Read morenew local government comms leaders network launched – be at the first event
Fancy joining a brand new support network for local government comms leads? Then read on…
by Matt Nicholls
Read morestatistics are vital for communications with clout!
Data is becoming increasingly important for truly effective comms. That’s why UnAwards23 features a new “Best Use of Data” category – and this is why you should enter.
by Karen Pagett
Read moreseparate personal vs ‘work’ facebook profiles: the problem may now be solved
One of the questions I’ve been asked for years is how to find ways of separating work profiles on Facebook with personal ones. Facebook’s terms and conditions dictate that you must not have separate accounts set up, and you definitely must not use fake names.
by Nick Moore
Read morethe unawards23 are open
The 8th 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 morethe power of the comms strategy and the 80/20 rule
As I write this England’s mens’ batters are dispatching Australia’s weary bowlers to all parts of the ground in the final Ashes Test (bear with me if you’re not an England cricket fan, there is a point to all this…)
by Darren Caveney
Read morehello epictetus
"We have two ears and one mouth so that we can listen twice as much as we speak." – Epictetus
by Dave Worsell
Read moretv, film and cinema recs and reviews for comms people: july
If you’re anything like me a good TV or film recommendation is a handy thing to have. Here are my watches in July….
by Darren Caveney
Read moremaking your comms count
stories are data with soul: the power of storytelling
“Stories are data with soul” – There are many wise words our national NHS director of inequalities Dr Bola Owolabi has said over the past few years, but it was this sentence that really stuck with me.
by Sophie DiMauro
Read morehey! let’s just make **** up - creative motivation tips
Are you flagging on the hamster wheel of perennial news stories? Do you resort to biro acupuncture to stay conscious in meetings? Is your life force being drained by national awareness days?
by Steve Watkins
Read morethreads and what the hell do you do with your comms strategy now?
So, Facebook’s (OK, Meta’s) answer to Twitter launched on Thursday in the UK and US (but not in Europe because of the EU’s privacy laws)
Did you join it? It seems like a lot of people did. But as comms pros where should it fit into our comms strategy?
by Darren Caveney
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