Cupcakes and summer breaks???
Hey there! Summer is???al??most ??here and even though lots of folks are OOO, it can be a super productive time for HR, Comms, and other people-focused teams to reflect on the first half of the year and power into the next six months.?
So, I've got?ideas for comms while everyone?else is away, advice on treating your boss like a cupcake, and disturbing news about another communicator named Greg...??
Let’s dive in!
Summer lovin' had me broad-cast???
Many workplaces (by no means all) have a slightly sleepier period during the summer months, so it's an ideal time to really think about what's working and drive new campaigns and initiatives. Comms peers on Forbes shared some top tips for the season.
Stuck for ideas? Crowdsource???
If the ideas above didn't get your mind turning, how about going to the well that doesn't run dry, your colleagues? Crowdsourcing employee ideas is a critical way to generate positive change, and our friends at Sideways 6JUST ran a great webinar on it. Catch it on-demand here.
Using Succession to succeed????
The HBO drama Succession?is a fascinating study of power. Art has imitated life recently too because the team is dealing with layoffs, comms, and PR.?Recap some interesting lessons here(spoilers ahoy!), including a very?unflattering portrait of someone called Greg. Rude.
Sinek o' the times??
Simon Sinek is probably best known for his work on the importance of telling personal and corporate stories with a strong "Why" message. He's back and he's turning his eye on the importance of trust and communication right now.
Boss, friend, other...??
Work-life balance is tough to get right, and it isn't just about how many hours you work. We also want to enjoy healthy relationships with managers and colleagues, but it's important to keep professional boundaries. The advice in this article is to treat work like a cupcake...
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