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Intranet security has quickly become one of the biggest priorities for modern workplaces. And for good reason: 70% of data breaches are caused by human error (think phishing emails or weak passwords) Only 23% of security leaders monitor their partners and vendors for cybersecurity risks And only 60% of Americans do not know what steps to take after being a data breach victim It’s time to stop thinking of intranet security as “just an IT problem.” Everyone - HR, comms, and beyond - has a role to play. In our latest blog, we cut through the noise with: ✅ The most common security myths (and the truths you need to know) ✅ Actionable tips to strengthen your intranet and reduce risks ✅ How to build a culture where cybersecurity isn’t just a buzzword. It’s a shared responsibility Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/eqmz2jye

Learn how to balance business goals with authentic employee connection - and maybe even sprinkle in a cat meme or two (because yes, that stuff works). Join us on February 11! Our speakers: 🎙️Tobi Anderson, Head of Customer Experience at Speakap 🎙️Roline Spijkervet, COO at Speakap (ex-Picnic) hosted by Mina Kozman, Marketing & Communications at Speakap See you there? P.S. Can’t make it live? No biggie! Register anyway, and we’ll send you the recording.

Last year, EX stole the spotlight, with internal communicators leading the charge. In 2025, it’s time to build on that momentum and turn ideas into action. Ready to start strong? We got your back 💪

How prepared are you and your internal comms teams for unexpected weather like the winter storm currently sweeping across the US? ❄️ When severe weather strikes, clear and timely communication becomes absolutely critical. Miscommunication during these moments can leave especially frontline teams confused, unprepared, and vulnerable. In this article, we break down why communication often breaks down in unpredictable conditions and share four things to keep in mind so your teams stay informed and supported. Because when the weather is unpredictable, your communication shouldn’t be. 🤝

When internal comms feels more dramatic than a Hollywood awards show (#goldenglobes of course), we turn to memes. Spot yourself in any of these? 🎬

Are internal comms and marketing destined to merge into one beautiful, metrics-driven union? Drumroll, please… Nope. And they shouldn’t. Here’s why: 1️⃣ Employees aren’t customers "Start ‘selling’ to employees, and they’ll treat you like a telemarketer." – Lynn Zimmerman, ABC, SCMP® “We need to recognise that IC is so much more than “selling” to our employees.” - Advita Patel "To label Internal Comms “internal marketing” diminishes the spectrum of impact we drive.” - Keith Berman 2️⃣ Trust > Tactics "Internal communicators are helping drive a lot of change, and changing behavior can be more challenging than selling a message.” - Alyssa Towns “I think looking at IC as a marketing tool would be a setback in the progress we’ve made in elevating IC from a tactical practice to a strategic one." - Lynn Zimmerman, ABC, SCMP® 3️⃣ Frontline employees need clarity, not flashy campaigns “There is a risk that we will focus too much on campaigning/branding and not enough on genuine communication and dialogue, which may alienate employees and most likely lead to disengagement.” - Advita Patel 4️⃣ Authenticity FTW “We can borrow from marketing’s creativity and storytelling, but it needs to stay rooted in employee needs AND leadership goals” – Daniel Méndez Aróstica, MBA The takeaway? If internal comms starts feeling like a sales or marketing pitch, we’ve missed the point. Read more about it in our blog: https://lnkd.in/eB2sXf28 Where do you stand on this - will internal comms become internal marketing?

Improving employee experience in 2025 sounds exciting… until you realize you’re not exactly sure where to start. Good news? We’re hosting a webinar on January 28th to help you figure it out. Whether you’re building the basics or just trying not to wing it, we’ve got insights, tips, and a few “aha!” moments waiting for you. 😎 Save your spot here: https://lnkd.in/eudKjxQJ

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HAPPY NEW YEAR! Here's some internal comms resolutions for 2025: Write shorter emails (and hope people actually read them) Stop obsessively checking engagement stats (who are we kidding?) Get sign-offs before scheduling announcements Try to send fewer “Just a reminder…” messages Finally create that onboarding FAQ everyone’s been asking for And ofcourse - use Speakap 😉

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