Communication fits leading the digital workplace

Where does communication fit in our organizations? Recently, IABC’s World Conference Program Advisory Committee Chair Neil Griffiths explained the conference theme – Communication Crossroads – as a critical look at where communication fits. As a speaker for the...

War for talent is opportunity for internal comms

The Feb. 1 edition of Fortune focused on the latest war for talent. Author Geoff Colvin notes that the job market has tightened dramatically, making it a great time for people to make the jump to a new opportunity. As a result, companies need to start focusing on...

It’s about community

During this week at IABC’s World Conference, several attendees who are not members of IABC asked me why I belong and stay so involved. Three words: it’s the community. This community is rejuvenating, rewarding, educational and inspiring. Sometimes, the...

What does the C-suite think?

When was the last time you got to pick the brains of four – count them, four! – C-suite executives from four leading companies? Doesn’t happen every day, right? Well, that’s just what I get to do on Wednesday, June 8, when I moderate the C-suite panel at...

Discovering what women in the C-suite think

Why is it we find four accomplished women on stage at the same time fascinating? Would we be so enthralled if it were four men? How many in the ballroom would be offended if it were all men? Will we ever get past the point of a gender focus to one on talent and...

Exercising courage

Webster’s simple definition of courage is “the ability to do something that you know is difficult or dangerous.” Dig deeper and you’ll see: Mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, fear, or difficulty Firmness of mind and will in the face...