We all tell ourselves stories - whether that’s us as individuals or as organisations. But sometimes, we might need to make a twist in the tale if we want to make a change in our lives.
Read MorePoised to announce big change? Are you really ready?
You’re ready to announce big change - change that can bring a whole new level of uncertainty. To deal with that uncertainty, there’s always a personal transition that has to happen before people can really get on board with whatever the change is. And that includes a transition for leaders and managers too. Are you really ready?
Read MoreDOING SOMETHING POSITIVE WITH WHAT’S IN - AND OUT OF - OUR CONTROL
Life can sometimes feel pretty overwhelming. At times, I find myself reacting to big changes we’re all facing rather than choosing how to respond. So, for example, when I’ve faced big changes in my own life in the past, I’ve had real moments of panic worrying about all manner of things from the people in my family to ruminating about the very real impacts of climate change. When that happens, I’ve noticed that my news and social media scanning increases, I skip exercise and my sleep becomes pretty erratic. Not particularly helpful for me or anyone else.
Read MoreCrisis, change, communication and the way ahead
I was recently invited to be part of a panel discussion on the topics of crisis, change and communication with three other comms and coaching experts. The aim of this was to explore if the communication industry – and communicators – are really ready for what lies ahead. We had participants from across the globe for what felt like a really relevant and important chat for the unique time we find ourselves in now.
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