a common sense approach to corporate communications
Plush scented candles, creative canvass bags and sourdough bread alike – there has been an array of inspiring creators turning their hobbies into a side hustle during this uncertain period. Supporting small businesses has never been more crucial; we have shared some of our tip-top tips to help your start-up communicate with confidence. Be the...Continue reading
How have you communicated to your team throughout the Coronavirus pandemic? We have experienced change that before 2020, would have seemed unimaginable. As we start to pick apart what might happen next, effective communication has never been more important. One day we were entangled in our fast-paced modern lives. Making pack lunches while applying a...Continue reading
My name is Hannah, and I tell stories! I don’t read from children’s books or recite fairy tales; instead, I use stories as a communications tool to connect your business with your audience. I have a BA (HONS) in Public Relations and have spent my time since graduating in communication-based roles. I’m now lucky enough...Continue reading
If like me you have a teenager, you are likely to know what TikTok is. It often sounds like a dozen teenagers in your house; singing, shouting and making irritating videos, but is this a channel for business communications? It’s not so long ago that YouTube was the ‘go to’ channel for cat videos...Continue reading
Q: How could you find out what your customers want? A: Ask them. It really is as simple as that. So why are more business owners not doing it? Leading Dundee accountancy firm MMG Archbold was one of Commsbank’s first clients and has been a loyal customer ever since. 2020 marks the company’s centenary...Continue reading
Effective communication between a company and its employees enables businesses to fully tap into the unique knowledge, insights, and talents of its people. Having an effective internal communication strategy can help to avoid misunderstandings. For example, if your firm is working on multiple, complex projects, a good internal communication strategy will help to avoid confusion...Continue reading
What do Cinderella, Snow White, Moana and Elsa have in common? Absolutely nothing. My niece told me that Disney princesses aren’t allowed to look at each other. I thought this couldn’t possibly be true, but to my dismay it might not be the ‘fake news’ I hoped for a fairy tale ending. If...Continue reading
I recently attended a training session with LinkedIn guru Stacy Edghill. Not only was this a great opportunity to meet other local businesses, it also provided practical LinkedIn tips and tricks! I check into LinkedIn regularly, and signed up for the event to give me the reassurance that I was spending my time on the...Continue reading
I’m not a very kind person. Don’t worry, if we ever meet, I’ll be a little ray of sunshine to encourage, support and motivate you, but recently I’ve been asking myself why this rainbow doesn’t extend to me and I find myself under a dark cloud. I’m not talking about depression or anxiety, just...Continue reading
The following events are based on a true story, but names have been changed to protect the innocent!Jim worked for an oil and gas subsea service company. His job involved using a ROV, a Remotely Operated Vehicle, to study underwater pipelines. Jim loved his job and was a very happy employee.One day Jim was studying...Continue reading