Doing good work
Every so often, I write for one person in my professional life.
Your Communications team is a newsroom operation
You already recognise that policy work means nothing if perception is not set. But, as your policy people work their tails off fighting fires with their know-how, clout, and connections, you are dying to help them beyond simply writing reactive statements that don’t seem to make a dent in changing the perception that you all hoped they did.
Newsroom: It doesn’t work when
As you approach this work week and start entertaining the idea of what an in-house newsroom for your organisation would look like, you will soon realise that...
Building an in-house newsroom in a Brussels organisation
As you all know, any communications work starts with strategy. And I love seeing so many communicators in Brussels come up with creative strategies to help their organisations meet their overarching goals. Kudos to you!
What exactly is a newsroom?
With everything happening in the world, today might seem like an unusual time to discuss a communications tactic, specifically an in-house newsroom. But, then again, it’s also quite timely given the current global events and the impact they have on people’s lives (including their mental health).
A lesson from the Barbie movie
So as not to be stressed the day before school starts, I finally got to watch Barbie with my daughter and her friend—yeah, we finally boarded the Barbie movie train! 🚂 And guess what? While we were watching, something interesting happened.
Unwinding and recharging during summer holidays
As Brussels prepares to slow down beginning next week, many will take a well-deserved time off—a time for reflection. It is a time when many may turn their focus away from the hectic demands of work and towards cultivating their overall well-being, especially their psychological health.
Why your organisation needs a D&I workshop on allyship
Over the years, I’ve seen companies make a case for Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) by emphasing its benefits, such as "Hiring diverse people will enable expansion into new and diverse markets," amongst many other reasons.
Netflix's She Said on the impact of women supporting women
Did you catch "She Said" on Netflix over the weekend? This eye-catching film delved into the incredible power of women when they have their backs in high-stress, high-achieving workplaces. It also alluded to the importance of becoming aware of our privilege, becoming an intentional ally for the voiceless, and championing human-centred policies.
Amplifying voices. Amplifying impact.
Organisations seeking to make a genuine impact in today's fast-paced and interconnected world recognise the value of diverse perspectives. By embracing and incorporating inclusivity into their work practises, these organisations not only foster an environment of innovation and creativity, but they also create a positive ripple effect that extends beyond their immediate organisational achievements.
I am a toxic boss survivor
After tweeting about black lives matter, after conversations about the realities of race with my children and husband, I could not stop but ask myself.
I was racially profiled by a toxic boss. Why haven’t I ever shared this experience?