As a historic (and contentious) presidential election nears, the increasingly politicized environment has corporations are bracing for what political expression, employee activism, and great scrutiny on their internal policies will look like and how that will impact them. We'll be talking about this, plus what corporations should look out for next in a webinar next Tuesday, "Navigating Political Expression in the Workplace". Request to join ➡ https://lnkd.in/eQSEbsq3
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A timely election year topic: Join us on Sept. 12, when Lorie Reichel-Howe, founder of Conversations in the Workplace, shares guidance on how to ensure employees can safely speak up when political differences cross the line of respect. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eJf7xbBc
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It’s election season, and here’s the thing about politics: Everyone has an opinion! And that’s a great thing. But from an employer’s perspective, it can be tricky to navigate the issues that arise around political discourse in the workplace. This is particularly true for municipal employers. Read more about mitigating risks related to politics in the workplace: https://bit.ly/40tJJcJ
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With a little over a month until election day, 87% of employers are currently concerned about politics at work. Would you believe us if we told you that only 8% of companies have a policy in place to address this? In our newest blog, we explore how to approach political discussions, free speech, voting policies, and so much more in a way that protects your culture and focuses on business outcomes. 💡 Read more to get your workplace prepared now and for the weeks ahead: https://lnkd.in/ejD-eKpX
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The 2024 election season is upon us, and voters are intensely polarized, both ideologically and emotionally. Employees find personal significance in a wide spectrum of political and geopolitical issues, and workplace conflict is inevitable. Time off to vote will be requested. Now is the time to understand employees’ rights to engage in political speech and activities at work, review your policies, and plan ahead. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4eJYo7n
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In This video, I talked about how the recent US Presidential debate's model revealed more than just candidate performance issues. It exposed the limited and flawed choices facing voters, especially undecided ones. #DRconstanceikokwuinsights
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Last night’s debate between Trump and Harrison reminds us how quickly political discussions can spark at work. With the 2024 election approaching, it’s essential for leaders to manage these conversations thoughtfully. Need guidance on keeping your workplace inclusive and productive this election season? Check out our latest blog for tips on navigating political discussions at work. #StrategicCommunications #InclusiveWorkplace #Election2024 #Culture https://lnkd.in/gNm8sGxS
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Corporate America Is Sitting Out the Trump-Biden Rematch. What election? In the midst of what many expect to be the most toxic presidential campaign in modern history, American businesses are going to extraordinary lengths to stay off the political radar. Some CEOs are privately drawing up plans to tell employees not to expect comments on political matters in all-hands sessions. Others are reconsidering common election initiatives, such as get-out-the-vote drives, fearing those could be viewed in the current moment as partisan. A number of... https://lnkd.in/dBv7xSHj
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How can leaders build unity during divisive times? In a recent article for Fast Company, Jackson Healthcare President Shane Jackson offers actionable strategies to help maintain high-performing and cohesive teams — especially during the heightened emotions of an election year. Read the article below and visit ShaneJackson.com for more valuable leadership insights.
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Another polarizing election cycle is underway, and with it comes the challenge of keeping ourselves – and our teams – collaborative, focused and purposeful. That's the topic of this piece (https://bit.ly/3XxbHlW) that was originally published in Fast Company. We all value the workplace when it’s working – when our teams are treating one another with mutual respect and trust – but political campaigns are masterful at stoking our most basic emotion: fear. How do we keep the emotion that’s being fueled by politics from spilling over into our workplaces? I've got some ideas about how we can flip the script on issues that seek to divide us and instead refocus on the things that unite us. I bet you do, too! Please share below.
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In our newly recharged political environment, workplace political expression and activism are top of mind for communications leaders as we continue along a historic and contentious 2024 election cycle. Join our webinar on August 22, where we will unpack our analysis on: 🌀 The domino effect of events driving increased political expression in the workplace. ☂ The sub factors underlying this renewed energy and how corporations can mitigate potential negative impact to their brands. 🔭 What executives need to watch out for around the election to successfully navigate the back half of 2024 and into 2025. Request to join ➡ https://lnkd.in/eQSEbsq3 #politicalexpression #activism #election2024 #communications
Navigating Workplace Political Expression for Communications Leaders
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As election season ramps up, it’s a great time to remind employees how civic responsibility aligns with your company’s core values. You can use this opportunity to show that voting supports the very principles your company stands for. 💡 Consider drafting a company-wide messaging that ties your core values to the importance of voting to reinforce how employees can make a difference both in the workplace and in the community. #InternalComms #EmployeeExperience #EmployeeCommunication
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