Here I share my thoughts and experiences about life as an internal communication specialist.
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The Comms Smith blog
The secret behind speakers who look effortless (and how you can too)
It’s often assumed that comms professionals are natural born presenters.
But being a great public speaker is not a talent you’re born with. Fact. It’s something you have to work hard at.
Discover your workplace Soundtrack
Are you tuned into the communication needs of your employees? Read on for some simple tips on how to be better connected.
Tricks and treats of a change and comms consultant
Read how seasoned change comms consultant, Binal Jani, has coped with the messy cauldron of job hunting.
Results day reflections: finding your own path
Not everyone’s path is straightforward. I’ve shared my own story here, as a reminder that results are just one chapter, not the whole book. 📖✨
Thrive as an internal comms team of one
If you’re a comms team of one, bringing in a freelance partner can help give you breathing space. The kind that helps you stay focused, calm, and at your best.
How to get national TV coverage for free
When a story is worth telling, don’t whisper—shout. This is how a simple nomination turned into a national TV moment for Anna’s Hope, a charity that helps children with brain tumours. Proof that comms done well doesn’t always need a big budget.
Becoming an IoIC Fellow
I was absolutely thrilled to receive this recognition from the IoIC and join the esteemed ranks of IoIC Fellows. Read on as I reflect on my career journey.
Why invest in CPD?
As a lifelong learner, I’ve always invested in staying up-to-date with internal comms industry knowledge and skills but never pursued continuous professional development (CPD), until now…
Dreams can come true
On 14 February 2025, I had achieved my childhood dream of being a teacher, by presenting to a room full of very smart and curious first year digital marketing students at Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge.