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Open communication builds trust. Try this Stanford "SIMPLE" framework 👇 First? Quick data. 📌 The power of open comms: → 81.9% feel more engaged when communication flows freely → 77.9% show increased productivity with clear messaging → 71% more likely to stay when they feel heard and understood But there's a challenge... Many leaders hide behind complexity: → Overcomplicated presentations → Top-down only messaging → Closed feedback loops → Jargon-filled emails So try this instead: ✅ Stanford's S-I-M-P-L-E framework. 1️⃣ Slogans → Make key messages stick → Rally teams around shared purpose → Turn complex ideas into memorable phrases → Example: "Open doors, open minds" 2️⃣ Images → Break down hierarchical barriers → Make complex ideas accessible to all → Use visuals to unite teams → Example: Simple diagrams over dense text 3️⃣ Metaphors → Bridge knowledge gaps across teams → Make abstract ideas instantly relatable → Create shared understanding → Example: "Team is like an orchestra" 4️⃣ Parables → Share stories that teach and connect → Build psychological safety through examples → Make lessons memorable → Example: Real success stories from your team 5️⃣ Lists → Structure clear, actionable points → Make expectations crystal clear → Create easy-to-follow frameworks → Example: "3 key priorities this quarter" 6️⃣ Examples → Show don't tell → Demonstrate real applications → Make success replicable → Example: Walking through actual scenarios 📌 Why open communication matters: → Breaks down silos between teams → Builds trust through transparency → Creates genuine two-way dialogue → Empowers every voice to be heard Remember: Clear communication = Connected teams = Better results -- 👋 P.S. Tag a leader who gets this!

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Life is short. Work somewhere that energizes you ⚡️ 📌 The evolving landscape of workplace mental health: → 20% decline in mental health symptoms since 2021 → Psychological safety declined to near pre-pandemic levels The challenge: Individual awareness is up. But organizational support is down. The solution? ✅ Build a mentally healthy workplace: 1. Re-envision health collectively → Understand your organization's unique needs → Regularly measure mental health and workplace factors → Embed well-being into your org strategy 2. Enable culture change  → Leaders: Share personal mental health stories → Workers: Establish ERGs, peer support programs → Train all levels in creating psychological safety 3. Address root causes → Move beyond "quick fix" wellness perks → Evaluate the purpose of each mental health initiative → Solve for unsustainable business practices 4. Recommit to work foundations → Safety: Physical, psychological, financial → Autonomy: Resources, flexibility, voice → Belonging: Authenticity, support, community When you get it right? Your people feel energized: ✨ 78% find a healthy, sustainable work culture most helpful -- 👋 P.S. Do you feel energized at work? 

Spooky Stories To Haunt Internal Comms (Part 3)...🎃 👻 "We have an Intranet..." 🤮

Great leaders speak with purpose. These phrases make all the difference 💬 1. "Thank you." 2. "I don't know." 3. "How can I help?" 4. "I made a mistake." 5. "I believe in you." 6. "What do you think?" 7. "How can we improve?" 8. "You're great at that." 9. "I trust your judgment." 10. "Let's learn from this." 11. "We're lucky to have you." 12. "Your perspective matters." 13. "I appreciate your effort." 14. "What resources do you need?" 👋 P.S. What else would you add? Share your thoughts below!

Spooky Stories To Haunt Internal Comms (Part 2)...👻 🎃 Everybody reads their company noticeboard, right? 👀

We spend 90,000 hours at work. So find a job you love 💜✨ Did you know? We work 1/3 of our life. But... Only 52.6% of employees have recognition programs at work. So why aren't more companies prioritizing employee happiness? It's not just about being nice. It's about smart business. ✅ The power of job satisfaction: Happy employees = Engaged employees. → 71% are less likely to leave if recognized frequently → 77.9% would be more productive if recognized more → 83.6% say recognition impacts their motivation Great leaders understand this. They create environments where people feel valued. 81.9% feel more engaged when appreciated. Make your people feel the 👏 👏 👏 -- 👋 P.S. What's one thing that brings you joy at work?

Spooky Stories To Haunt Internal Comms...👻 🎃 Can you relate? 🫣

Strong teams embrace diverse strengths. Not as threats, but as complements. Here's why 👇 📌 The reality today: → 49% of leaders partner ineffectively → Only 23% using complementary leadership see better results → 62% struggle with organizational leadership approaches So. How do you improve? Try these 3 steps below: 1️⃣ Conduct strengths assessments → Use 360-degree feedback and personality tests → Encourage self-reflection on capabilities 2️⃣ Create complementary partnerships → Pair team members with complementary skills → Rotate partnerships to encourage learning 3️⃣ Promote growth mindset → Frame weaknesses as development opportunities → View challenges as collective growth chances Great leaders empower others' strengths. Lean in and develop them. -- 👋 P.S. Tag a leader who has developed you!

👋 Ready to nail your 2025 Internal Comms? When it comes to internal comms, strategy is everything. That's why we've partnered with Jenni Field, Communications Strategist, to help you create your 2025 internal comms strategy. While there will always be curveballs – hey, that’s just the nature of our world! – mapping out your goals and wins ahead of time is guaranteed to pay dividends. Jenni Field, who has nearly 20 years' experience in communications and has worked at director-level for numerous organizations, knows a thing or two* about strategy. *She knows waaaay more than that. Get excited. In this practical Masterclass, Jenni will take you through… → The trends of internal communication from 2024 and going into 2025  → The purpose of your internal communication function → The three things you need to create your strategy   So, are you ready to nail your 2025 internal comms strategy? ✅ Register now! (Go, go, go)