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Peter Mandeno, director at Better Connected, explores how internal communicators can truly enable meaningful human connection.

In a digitally driven, hybrid world, human connection is under threat. Workplace relationships have cooled. Interactions lack warmth. Physically, we are often isolated from each other. Through authentic leadership, an inclusive culture and meaningful dialogue, we can reignite trust and collaboration and create work environments – digital and in-person – where people perform at their best.

How do you engage employees on urgent topics that come on top of their daily remit? This was precisely the challenge faced by the Royal College of Nursing in the lead-up to the NHS nurses’ strikes.

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.

Tailored event packs can make a roadshow or conference experience more memorable. Here, Asif Choudry, sales and marketing director at communications business Resource, advises how to make them stand out.

As convergent trends disrupt the way we work, the IoIC is committed to helping members leverage the risks and opportunities, positioning internal communication at the heart of organisational success.

Kantar launched its new purpose as part of an overarching concept for its vision for the future. Here, the data, insights and consulting company's Josh Smith-Johnston explains the cascade process that made it a success.

New research from IoIC and Ipsos Karian and Box finds that one-third of employees experience some level of disconnect at work. Whether through confusion or cynicism, they don’t feel entirely aligned with organisational strategy or purpose. What can be done to reach these “swing voters”?

Organisations are increasingly aiming for ‘peak performance’, a workplace nirvana of creativity, collaboration and innovation. But how can businesses supercharge their employees to be the best versions of themselves? And what’s internal comms’ involvement in building a culture of high-performance?

An IC team took on a global challenge for engineering consultancy Mott MacDonald: to promote a performance feedback culture to improve transparency and communication.