FROM:TODAY

Great conversations, real challenges, and plenty of energy in the room at today’s Masterclassing Employee Wellbeing Masterclass. Christopher Wickenden FRSA and I had the chance to share why?communication is the foundation of every high-performing team - and why so many businesses still get it wrong. Right now: ???23% of the global workforce is actively disengaged ???$8.8 trillion in lost productivity ???51% of employees are looking for a new job The best relationships in life come down to?great communication - why should work be any different? When leaders and managers don’t invest in culture, teams feel it. It shows up in motivation, engagement, and retention. At?FROM:TODAY, we help teams fix the cracks before they turn into real problems. We’ve built our approach around five founding elements of high performance - because when people?care, everything else follows. A big thanks to Jessica, Vicky, Emilia and the rest of the Masterclassing?team for having us. If you want to chat about how to turn better communication into better results, let’s talk. #Leadership #Communication #EmployeeWellbeing #HighPerformance #Masterclassing

January… is it just me, or does it feel like it’s 72 days long? ?? The days are cold, dark, and wet, and let’s be honest—those New Year’s resolutions probably didn’t stand a chance (and that’s OK!). ?? It’s hibernation season, and looking after ourselves—physically, mentally, and financially—feels harder than ever. This is where wellbeing really comes into play, especially in the workplace. More than ever, businesses are realising that taking care of their people isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s the smart thing to do. ?? When employees feel good, they’re more engaged, productive, and motivated. ? But here’s the question: what are companies doing to support their teams? And could we all be doing just a little bit better? If you're a HR Leader join us next week (4th Feb) in London at our Employee Wellbeing Masterclassing Event to dive into these questions! ?? We’re teaming up with the brilliant people at MYNDUP, Salary Finance, and FROM:TODAY, who’ll share their insights and practical tips. ?? Plus we're excited to welcome our keynote speaker, Jeremy Gautrey-Jones Chartered FCIPD from RSPCA, who’ll be talking about: “Your Staff Are Your Superpower – Prioritizing Your Long-Term Health & Wellbeing Strategy.” If you’re looking for fresh ideas to make a real difference in your team’s wellbeing, this is the place to be. ?? ?? Also hot news! ?? A partner slot has also just become available, if you'd like to join this great line up please get in touch asap for details. ?? #EmployeeWellbeing #HREvents #Workplaceculture

What a crazy year it's been. ?? Full of ups and downs and many round and rounds. From all of us at FROM:TODAY thanks to everyone who has worked with us, supported us and invested in us. And a huge personal thanks to these awesome people in the pic below, who've challenged me, pushed me and been so bloody fun to work with. ?? Wishing you all a very happy Christmas and a progressive, prosperous and successful 2025. Christopher, Rebecca, Matthew

When I first started acting, I thought being on stage was about commanding the spotlight. I believed I had to impress - to look confident, sound polished, and deliver my lines flawlessly. But the truth I learned on stage is the same truth we share with leaders today: It’s not about you. It’s about your audience. Whether you’re pitching to win a deal, rallying your team, or presenting to stakeholders, the biggest mistake you can make is listening to yourself rather than your audience. It’s so easy to get caught up in self-orientation. Focusing on how you sound, how you look, or whether you’ll be judged. But leadership communication demands something different: clarity, credibility, reliability, and intimacy. These are the pillars of trust, and without them, your message won’t land. At FROM:TODAY, we work with leaders from organisations who understand that being an exceptional communicator is crucial to business performance - helping them bridge the gap between speaking and influencing. Leadership communication isn’t a nice-to-have. It’s critical. >> It’s how you inspire trust. >> It’s how you gain buy-in. >> And it’s how you move people to action. This isn’t about mastering presentation tricks or delivering a performance. It’s about removing the barriers - like ego and self-orientation - that stop you from truly connecting with your audience. It’s about speaking with authenticity, purpose, and clarity so your message leads the room, not just fills it. If you’re ready to make 2025 the year you stop performing and start influencing, Christopher Wickenden FRSA and I would love to help. Because your message matters, and getting it right is everything. #PublicSpeaking #Communication #Leadership #Trust

Wow, there are some inspiring people about and I've had the pleasure to either work with them or simply speak with them and learn from them recently. So if you stumble across this post, I highly recommend stumbling further and checking out some of these people. We all know the giants in our field but there are some truly brilliant people doing exciting, innovative and important work worth listening to: Shawn Rolph & Mikey Shaughnessy at Copycat Daniel Guinness, PhD at Beyond Equality Jack Thorogood at Native Teams John Edwards - Incredible SHEQ leader Beatrice Ronchetti and Annie Clift at National Association of Women in Construction Gary Keogh and Clive Cary, driving change through psychological safety, in fact, you two should meet. Thanks for the inspiration. Christopher, Rebecca, Matthew

I always ask this question on our public speaking programme: “What’s the difference between a good speaker and a great one?” Here's my take. Good speakers deliver information. They’re polished, confident, and technically sound. They follow a script or presentation seamlessly. Great speakers? They do something more. They inspire. They connect. They leave you wanting more. You feel like you know them. ?? If you have kids, you’ve likely experienced this in the last few days - at the Christmas school play. The narrator no one can hear, an overenthusiastic wise man belting out Jingle Bells, and the occasional angel with the stage presence to rival a pro. It’s not about perfect lines or polished delivery - it’s the raw authenticity (and a little chaos) that makes them unforgettable and drives that emotional connection. That raw authenticity - the kind that makes a room sit up and pay attention - is something we all start out with. But, sadly, over time, we’re taught to polish, rehearse, and “get it right.” And while there’s value in preparation, the cost is often that natural, human connection. Great communication isn’t about perfection. It’s about rediscovering that authenticity and learning how to bring it back into every conversation, every presentation, and every stage you step onto. If you’re ready to reconnect with that authenticity and take your communication to the next level, FROM:TODAY can help you do exactly that. #authenticity #publicspeaking #communication #christmas #FromToday

"I'm your colleague, we work together, I don't want to see or hear about your personal life. Keep your home life at home and your work life at work." I thought this kind of thinking was a thing of the past, but sadly not. I heard it this week. Why should anyone have to hide who they are? Through our research, we have found that organisations where people are able to be themselves are significantly more productive. Sounds obvious, right? Every Friday I work from my parents house, without their support I wouldn't be able to deliver on my professional responsibilities. If my son misses me and wants to sit on my lap during a meeting he can. Allowing this doesn't mean I'm neglecting my work, in fact it's quite the opposite. As a business owner it's vital that FROM:TODAY practice what it preaches. So for anyone who works for us, or is a client of ours, please don't feel you have to fake it, ever. If you've got kids, parents, cats, dogs or anything or anyone else who wants to say hello when we're talking then please don't apologies, we're happy to meet them. ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? Be yourself, it's better. Christopher Rebecca Matthew #highperformance #childcareisexpensive

Why does your team do what they do? It’s a question every leader needs to answer. And yet, so often, the?why?gets lost. Purpose shouldn't be just something we talk about in meetings or put on a slide. It should be the?why?behind every action, every decision, and every strategy. It’s what drives passion, fuels performance, and creates high-performing teams. But without clarity, that purpose can fade, leaving teams disconnected, disengaged, and unsure of how they contribute to the bigger picture. Think about it: how many times have engagement surveys been collected, only to sit forgotten, gathering digital-dust until it’s time to roll them out again next year? Without real action and clear communication, feedback and purpose get lost in the process. When purpose is understood and shared, magic happens. Teams feel aligned, energised, and motivated to do their best work. The result? Increased performance and success. Research shows that organisations where people feel valued and connected by a shared purpose see, on average,?23% more profit?every year. At?FROM:TODAY, we help both leaders and teams find their ‘why,’ align around it, and communicate it in a way that sparks engagement and drives results. When purpose flows clearly from the top down, teams perform at their best, and success follows. How clear is your ‘why’ to your team? And how are you measuring that? If you're not crystal clear on these two answers, then we can help. #employeeengagement #internalcomms #purpose #communication #FromToday

????????’?? ?????? ?????????? ???????????? ???????????????? ???????????? ??????’???? ???????? ????????????????? We’ve just finished our final Public Speaking Masterclass of the year, and I’m always fascinated by the challenges people face and the advice they’ve been given. Things like “fake it till you make it” or “picture the audience in their underwear” might sound like quick fixes, but they miss what public speaking is really about. It’s not about tricks or trying to perform. It's about showing up as yourself. Speaking with authenticity, connecting with your audience, and delivering your message with clarity and purpose. That’s where real impact happens. To everyone who joined us today, thank you. These sessions always brighten my day. It was a privilege to share ideas, uncover what might be holding you back, and provide tools to help you move forward with confidence. I hope you’re leaving inspired and ready to take your next step. If today’s session sparked something for you, or if this resonates, I’d love to hear your thoughts. What’s the worst advice you’ve been given about public speaking - and what’s actually worked for you? #PublicSpeaking #Communication #Leadership #FromToday