Leading the consumer operations team at News Corp (and previously in creative operations roles at Canva and Facebook), Jacquie Ford understands resource planning like the back of her hand 😌 That’s why we thought she’d be the perfect person to share the top misconceptions people have about resource planning. Here’s what she said 👇 🔢 It’s not just a numbers game. Numbers only tell half the story of productivity, quality output, and team health. You need to listen to the team to get the full picture. 😶🌫️ Resourcing is not a set-and-forget exercise. Know when to fix it and when to flex it. 🕐 Time spent on non-billable tasks is still valuable. For example, internal meetings keep projects on track and the team in sync, so you should factor that time into your resource plan. What misconceptions have you been itching to call out? Tell us in the comments below. #resourceplanning
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Every click represents more than just a number – it's a connection, a resonance with an idea. 🌟 As employees, we're not just executing tasks; we're shaping narratives, sparking inspiration, and fostering engagement. Each click is a testament to the impact we make, the stories we tell, and the hearts we touch. Let's continue to infuse passion into our work, knowing that behind every click lies a heart that resonates with our shared vision. 💼💖 #EmployeeEngagement #PurposeDrivenWork 👍 Like this post and 📲 follow the profile for more awesome content! remember to share! #ContentCreator #ConsumerBehavior #SocialMediaManagement #FreelanceWriter
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As more Millennials and Zoomers enter the workplace, the growing list of visual communication tools - emojis, memes, infographics, reels, video and digital link embeds – is becoming a normal part of business communications. As such, corporate language conventions are becoming more casual. We’ve complied a few simple PR tips to help you navigate the changing nature of corporate communications: https://lnkd.in/g9YVYEA4 #ThoughtLeadership #VisualCommunication #CorporateCommunication #HughesPR
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Why would you start to plan your Open Enrollment communications strategy now? Because we don't actually need to stress and panic about everything – especially things that happen EVERY. SINGLE. YEAR. If you start early, you can maximize your campaign, reach your employees, and ensure everyone understands and can use what's available to them! #InternalCommunications #HRCommunication #OpenEnrollment #CommunicationsStrategy
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Last week 150Bond hosted a discussion on ‘Storytelling’, where 150Bond Director Terrie Barron was joined by Kelley Cousins (ex-Head of Comms at Meta in Ireland), Sarah Ryan (ex-Director, Netflix), and Stephen Hopkins (Head of Media at IBEC, former 150Bond Associate Director) who offered advice to folks looking to improve in the industry. The group shared tangible advice on power, resilience, creativity, and the impact of human connection. Storytelling is at the essence of what we as communicators do, there’s a goal and purpose to our work. Their key pieces of advice for a successful career as a storyteller were: 1. Stay curious and always be a student - we should always be ready to learn new ways to develop and master this skill from those who excel. 2. Essential ingredients to vibrant storytelling, such as humour and creativity, are great tools but it’s crucial to always stay on brand and authentic. 3. Remember that even well-established companies with a long history can learn new strategies and adapt to remain relevant in today's ever-evolving landscape. It's never too late for an "experienced" client to embrace fresh approaches.
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55% more likely to purchase when a customer identifies and enjoys your brand story. True. The impact of your brand can be felt everywhere when done well, so HOW you craft and manage your story, and by extension your brand, is important. #brand #branding #brandstory #brandstorytelling
I'll never forget how clueless I felt sitting in that Seattle bar with three business people who were generously brainstorming ideas for my new storytelling business. One was an executive at a global marketing firm (Gareth Jones), one worked with the Bill and Melinda Gates foundation and was about to go on a global tour with Melinda (Jeff Whang), and the other was an experienced marketer at Microsoft (Bryan Perkins). I left TV in 2019 to start my business with eyes wide open that there was A TON I didn't know about business. That's not to say other broadcasters were clueless about business. But I felt like a high school freshman sitting at a table with a bunch of Harvard Business School professors. Bryan said, "You need a good framework. I love frameworks!" I took a sip and nodded as if I knew what he was talking about. I didn't. The three of them proceeded to talk about favorite frameworks they use in business. I felt a sudden longing for a teleprompter. The framework epiphany came from a business concept around something in my wheelhouse, storytelling. Through relationships with a few other people at Microsoft (Ryan Asdourian, Keith Barnett), I got to meet Steve Clayton, who at that time was Microsoft's Chief Storyteller (he's now Microsoft's VP of Communication Strategy). I got to have a pint with the very down-to-earth British man at a pub in Seattle's Madrona neighborhood. I studied everything I could find of Steve's online, including this TEDx Talk on Storytelling. At last, a framework that easily resonated with me: The Hero's Journey. Now I started to see The Hero's Journey pop up in other business conversations. Shane Meeker, Procter and Gamble's Chief Storyteller, was gracious to do a few zoom calls to help teach me. Guess what, he has a TEDx Talk on The Hero's Journey as well. I found Donald Miller's Story Brand content with more use of The Hero's Journey framework. And then I started to use it. At first to help craft the story outline for brand videos. It worked. It allowed clients to tell their story in a way that focused on the customer. Then I started to use it in workshops. What seemed obvious to me was creating epiphany moments for seasoned business people. The "aha" moments I saw with each team led me to call the workshops "Instant Clarity Sessions." We saw it lead to deeper messaging clarity and team alignment with CMA Global, a team of clinical psychologists who help companies navigate complex people issues. We saw it lead to product innovation and new sales collateral with Gasket and Seal Fabricators, a manufacturing company that...you guessed it...makes gaskets and seals for other manufacturers. What is the Instant Clarity framework? Glad you asked! It's the best storytelling framework we've found. Check out the infographic below. (Reach out if interested in a similar infographic for your business objectives)
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