In a new episode of the Future of Internal Communication podcast, Jen, Dom and Cat speak to Megan Reitz and John Higgins, co-authors of Speak Up: Say What Needs to be Said and Hear What Needs to be Heard. They explore the role of colleague voice in engagement and look at the role of internal communication in helping organisations become better equipped to hear – and leverage – the views that matter.
Employer activism is on the rise. Partner Rachel Mathieson and senior associate Suhan Rajkumar from law firm Bates Wells consider the risks of speaking out on today’s big issues.
As job-seekers increasingly prioritise purpose over perks, many seek employers with a clear voice on today’s hot topics. Organisations are expected to address societal issues thoughtfully, maintaining authenticity through real actions that support their statements. But showing public support for something can be a delicate balancing act.
The January 2025 issue of Voice has just landed! Employee activism is on the rise, challenging communicators to address sensitive issues authentically. This edition offers expert advice on crisis communication, strengthening IC-HR collaboration, preparing for trends like AI and workforce dynamics and highlighting the enduring importance of human communication.
This panel event with industry experts will look at activism: only five out of ten employees agree their employer takes a clear stance on the big issues in society, but 62% of the workforce says they expect their employer to do so – it’s clear we can’t shy away from the difficult topics.
In this webinar we heard more about the second edition of the IC Index, with a focus on Trust. This unique research undertaken in partnership between the IoIC and Ipsos Karian & Box, explores the impact of internal communication on UK employees and how we can drive strategic value to organisations.
Your external audience is more likely to trust news and information about your organisation posted by the people who work there than anything published by the branded, corporate social media account. In terms of engagement, credibility and influence, your most valuable marketing resource is one that internal comms teams know better than anyone.