Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | Organizational change is difficult and often fails because the implementation was not well thought out. Here’s a great article that outlines some of the critical elements to focus on during any corporate change. This thought resonated with us: “Culture influences an organization’s ability to deliver on its brand promise.”
Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | Are you working hard to build your corporate brand, but feel that it’s not quite there? Here’s an interesting perspective on taking your organization’s brand to the next level. We love the succinct nature of this message: “Get real, get intentional and get clear.”
Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | If you’ve wondered about the value of spending your non-profit resources on social media, including Twitter, here’s a great article on how to apply its use with good return on your investment. The article describes a targeted application of social media alongside other communication channels.
Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | From my communication friend, Judy Gombita, an article about the evolving role of the Chief Communication Officer. I was drawn to the idea that the CCO’s role is to “help build engaged enterprises worthy of the trust of their stakeholders, and develop corporate character based around a clear sense of values.” The article has a number of interesting points and suggests that “talking less and acting more” is probably a good place to start.
Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | Marketing using social media continues to be a going concern for many companies. Measuring ROI of social media is often the greatest challenge. Here’s a great article from IABC that outlines 10 key features every social media plan should have.
Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | Here’s a great article from IABC on the power in storytelling. It reiterates the ideas we covered in our latest blog post: Why Do We Love Stories So Much?. It also suggests how business should unleash the power of stories which are found in the organization’s heritage. A must read!
Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | Here’s an inspiring story from Disney about creativity, the power of storytelling and how to promote an idea. Keep in mind that analogies can be a powerful force to use when you find yourself presenting an idea to a group who may not be focused on the same factors you are.
Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | Here’s a neat creative challenge you can follow each day for the month of February (or on your own time, I understand). It’s from CreativeLive.com and it involves doing a creative exercise each day to build better creative habits. In a creative rut? I bet these short exercises are going to help.
Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | The conscious capitalism movement requires a shift in the way businesses operate and how leaders of those businesses act. Here’s a great article outlining 10 skills successful leaders of the future must have.
Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | Here’s a great summary of the conscious capitalism model for business; it’s worth reading. It’s a Q&A with Whole Foods founder John Mackey about the four pillars of conscious capitalism. In the interview he explains how the model can benefit all stakeholders.
