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“The pandemic represents a rare but narrow opportunity to reflect on, reimagine and reset our world”.
Klaus Schwab - Founder and Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum
The importance of organisational communications during Covid-19
Covid-19 accelerated countless changes in organisations globally, and communications became a top priority for many businesses. Being able to successfully navigate Covid-19 showed just how powerful communications can be and highlighted the importance of communications professionals within organisations.
Read MoreThe new low touch economy
You may have seen that ADPR is part of the Inspire Elite network, a team of professionals that support ambitious businesses with a desire to grow and expand, by helping them to develop a winning business strategy, make the right connections, source available funding and share knowledge with like-minded successful business owners and professionals.
The team at Inspire has been offering ADPR invaluable support during these recent months, and recently they shared a report with us on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the new ‘Low Touch Economy’. It was an interesting read and included some key consumer behaviour shifts that we will all have to navigate in the world after COVID-19.
What Coronavirus has taught us about communications
This unprecedented crisis has affected everyone across the globe in some way and navigating it has been an ongoing challenge for businesses large and small. Needless to say, communications has played a key role for businesses, ensuring everyone is kept informed of the ever-changing advice and protocols. So, what have we learnt so far?
Read MoreSmarter working post-lockdown
We know this year has been tough for everyone, personally and professionally. Though we are not qualified to help with personal struggles (aside from recommending a daily bowl of ice cream…) we certainly can help your business to thrive once again with some tips on how to encourage smarter working post lock down.
Sophie recently attended a virtual workshop hosted by customer-journey experts, Journey4, to look at how businesses can leverage innovative new ways of working once the lockdown restrictions are lifted. The session covered the learnings businesses can take from this period that can be used to help transform future business models and harness some of the benefits of increased productivity, improved communication and enhanced employee well-being as a result of working from home.
Lockdown leadership – How can business leaders manage their own mental health, whilst supporting their team’s mental wellbeing too?
We’re really pleased to feature a guest blog today by Becky Wright, Creative Director at New Leaf Workplace Wellbeing. Becky is an award-winning mental health trainer, psychotherapist and coach facilitating high-quality, intuitive wellbeing sessions for heart-centred businesses and individuals looking to make meaningful change.
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