I call it The Flip Side because I offer both external and internal communications. My writing typically spotlights one or the other. But here’s an opportunity to kill two blogs with one subject. Keith and I were exchanging emails with someone about the possibility of refinancing. We’ve known her for years. She is very nice. Most importantly, we […]
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Now that benefits open enrollment is coming up, benefits communications are top-of-mind for lots of companies. But communicating about benefits shouldn’t be a once a year deal. Too often, companies treat benefits like a dirty little secret. It’s an icky topic that no one dares talk about because let’s face it. Benefits can be complicated
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A company makes a major change to its daily business operations but doesn’t let its employees know about it ahead of time. What does not saying anything actually say to employees? Lots. It tells employees they are not important enough to “bother” with – just shut up and do your job! Management’s let-them-eat-cake attitude acts
In the Winds of Change, Don’t Let the Rumor Windmill Spin Out of Control Read More »
Met online on at jobs website – seemed like a perfect match. Intense courtship (recruitment). Popped the question (the offer). Signed a prenup (acceptance letter, confidentiality agreement, new hire paperwork). Went on honeymoon (new hire orientation). Started to feel out of touch (didn’t feel appreciated; tried to meet unreasonable expectations; didn’t know important information). Tried
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Our guest blogger is friend and former colleague Paul Barton, Director of Internal Communication at Hawaiian Airlines. Here’s what he has to share about employee benefits communications: There are some unique aspects to communicating employee benefits information to employees and understanding these aspects can help you formulate a more effective communication strategy. Here are five
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