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Planning is key to effective crisis communications

Communication teams play a vital role in helping organizations respond effectively to unexpected events. While we can’t always predict when a crisis will arise, being prepared goes a long way to help our leadership team navigate these challenging moments with grace. That’s why planning is the key to effective crisis communications.

Over time, a style guide can help boost confidence in your messaging

We all know consistency is important for any communications program, but quite often we apply this line of thinking primarily to design. Standardizing your style is just as important when it comes to boosting credibility and trust. 

Empathy is at the heart of effective communication

Professional communicators often focus on skills, knowledge and experience as our most important tools. In my view, something much more basic and fundamental distinguishes the best of the best. Your ability to write, plan and strategize all matter, of course — but what matters more is your capacity for empathy.

An internal-first approach can turn employees into advocates

With so many communication channels these days, it can be tough for marketers and public relations professionals to ensure they are in the right place, at the right time, to connect with consumers. Navigating this elaborate and ever-changing dance also makes it easy to overlook our internal audience. But there are many good reasons not to overlook employees when it comes to sharing news and information. Learn more.

Overlooked opportunities to improve your messaging

We all count email and social media as important channels for reaching our target audiences — but when it comes to communication, everything speaks. Routine communications that go out to employees, leaders or customers, while often overlooked, may contain great opportunities for spreading key messages. Examples could include form letters, bills or internal memos. Find out how you can leverage these overlooked opportunities.

Strategic communications can connect the dots across key audiences

Communication is the best tool you have to reach your core audiences, including employees, leaders, external partners and consumers. Approaching this strategically is the key to fostering long-term, trusting relationships. Your business goals will drive this effort, but always take your mission, vision and core values into account. Learn more.