When it comes to strategic communications, it’s not just about getting attention, but about getting through to your target audience. According to Stacey Hanke, a Chicago based management consultant and author of the new book [Read More]

If you’re ambitious and creative, and believe in the theory that hard work pays dividends, you can harness a form of social media that puts the real power of the information age at your fingertips: [Read More]

No matter the economic climate, it can be a challenge to retain talented employees. According to John Schaefer, president of Schaefer Recognition Group, there are five big mistakes in employee recognition that, when addressed properly, [Read More]

Armed with a clear and compelling vision, you can lead your organization to achieve that result as part of strategic communications plan. Kim Marcille, author of Amp It Up! Secrets from Science for Creating the [Read More]

When it comes to meetings, an important part of a company’s internal strategic communications plan, the question of productivity is often a huge issue. Here are five common meeting pitfalls and how you can fix [Read More]

Leaders drive change within an organization by providing inspiration and direction for all to follow. Here are some tips on what leaders can do to promote openness, honesty, and ethical behavior as part of a [Read More]

As growing businesses make do with smaller teams until the economy turns around, people are stretched for time. That means meetings tied to strategic communications must be especially productive. Here are five signs that a [Read More]

Personal credibility is something many people have a hard time trying to define. But it’s pretty simple: it’s all about respect, trust, and being believable. So says Sandy Allgeier, author of The Personal Credibility Factor. [Read More]

Keeping employees productive is hard work, especially if the workplace is stressful or personnel feel undervalued. To improve productivity, say psychologists Dr. Donna LaMar and Betsy Laney, cofounders of The Farm, you need to keep [Read More]

How often have you seen this happen: an executive begins giving an important presentation, but the audience quickly becomes confused and stops paying attention altogether? Although many of these same speakers say they would like [Read More]