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By Laura Singer, Senior Communications Consultant Earlier this year, the New York Times published DEI Goes Quiet, noting a shift in the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) environment since the Supreme Court struck down affirmative action in college admissions. But while public sentiment remains split, many companies are actually expanding DEI efforts (57%, according to […]
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By Cathy Donnelly and Danielle Foley, Senior Communications Consultants Members of “Gen Z” (those born between the late 1990s and early 2010s) are fully wired digital natives who expect communication in their personal lives to be concise, visually appealing, and mobile-friendly. But what about workplace communication? Do those same preferences hold true, and how do members […]
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An interview with Communications expert Lauren LaFronz Choosing the right contractor to help with communications planning, writing, project management, and other initiatives isn’t easy. Your project’s success, and often your reputation, hinges on the contractor’s ability to consistently deliver their best work, on time and within budget. We spoke with Lauren LaFronz, a 20+ year […]
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Jessica Cogan, Senior Communication Consultant Long-term goal setting is tough for anyone but that’s especially true for the youngest employees in our organizations. Reports vary on average savings rates for young employees – from 7% to 14% depending on your source – but the bigger picture is clear: by and large, Americans aren’t on track […]
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By Danielle Foley, Senior Communication Consultant These days, workers in every field are experiencing an uptick in stress and burnout – and internal communicators are no exception. Since the beginning of the pandemic, communicators have been faced with an almost daily onslaught of new challenges and commitments. These challenges continue to take their toll on […]
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Danielle Foley, Senior Communication Consultant Annual enrollment for 2023 employee benefits is right around the corner. This year, as businesses continue to grapple with labor shortages, retention issues, and a burned-out, disengaged workforce, it’s more important than ever to offer a benefits package that meets employees’ needs across all aspects of their well-being. After a […]
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By Oonagh Power Head of Editorial Services & Senior Communication Consultant Raise your hand if you’re done with 2020! Yep, thought so. Although we’ve all been navigating these tumultuous times in different ways, we do have at least one shared experience: 2020 has forced everyone out of their comfort zone. In many aspects of our […]
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COVID-19 Communications Insight: Go Back to Basics By Oonagh Power Head of Editorial Services & Senior Communication Consultant Learning how to communicate with a remote team on the fly? You’re not alone. For many managers, leading a work-from-home team was an unexpected and sudden change. But there’s good news: While much about the ways we’re […]
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Tips for being resourceful with the benefits you already have By Danielle Foley Senior Communication Consultant As you consider ways to help your employees through this challenging time, remember the valuable benefits and resources you already have in place. Like using items from the kitchen pantry to cook a family meal, employees can use their […]
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