Blog: Communication, Books & More

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How to Make Your Digital Communications More Human

Your everyday digital touchpoints—email signatures, OOO messages, calendar invites, even Slack statuses—are prime real estate for showing people who you really are. Instead of defaulting to cold, generic copy, you can use these small spaces to sound like yourself, build trust, and make every interaction a little more human.

How to Pitch Yourself for an Internal Communications Role (From the Inside)

If you've been supporting all-hands meetings, drafting leader emails, or holding together the communications no one else would, you're more qualified for an internal communications role than you might think. Here's how to pitch yourself for it.

Blog cover image showcasing the book covers: Artificial Wisdom by Thomas Weaver, The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren, Today Was Fun by Bree Groff, Good Spirits by B.K. Borison, Happy Place by Emily Henry, and When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi on a rose gold and iridescent glittery background.

The 60 Books I Read in 2025: Accolades, Reading Tips, and More

I read 60 books in 2025—from romance to literary fiction. Here are my favorite reads, bookish awards, and what reshaped my reading habit.

What is a Fractional Internal Communicator? (+ Why You Need One)

Thinking about internal comms, but don't have the budget for a full-time hire? A fractional internal communicator just might be what you need.

Internal Communications for Startups and Small Businesses: The Foundations

Running a startup or small business? Think it's too early to prioritize internal comms? Think again. Here's how to build a solid internal comms foundation, even with a small team.

Supporting Manager Communications as an Internal Communicator (+ a Manager FAQ Template!)

Managers are the most trusted source of information for employees — but only if they’re prepared. Internal communicators play a vital role in equipping managers with key messages, FAQs, and talking points so they can lead conversations with confidence.

Asynchronous Workflows for Internal Comms Approvals: A Practical Guide

Tired of the endless internal comms approval cycle? Learn how to run effective async workflows for internal comms approvals.

Ghostwriting for Executives: A Practical Guide for Internal Comms Pros

Want to level up your ghostwriting skills as an internal communicator? I'll show you how!

10 Tips for Creating Internal Newsletters Employees Actually Want to Read

Creating internal newsletters that people actually want to read isn't impossible. In fact, with the right content, your newsletter might become one of your most-loved channels and a core piece of your company culture.

16 Internal Communications Metrics to Monitor (Beyond Open Rates)

Open and click-through rates are insufficient when measuring the effectiveness and impact of internal communications. Here are 16 internal comms metrics you can monitor to measure influence.

The Guide to a More Time Intentional Life

Being "time intentional" is about making purposeful and deliberate choices about how you spend your time. Life is short! Time is finite. Use this guide to spend it wisely.

7 Reasons Why Workshop is Ideal for Startups & Small Businesses

Looking for an internal email platform for your team? Workshop is an easy-to-use platform designed to help you achieve your internal comms goals. Check it out!

An illustration from Michelle Poler's book, Hello, Fears, that reads, "What's the best that can happen?"

100 Reasons to Read Hello, Fears by Michelle Poler

She faced 100 fears in 100 days, and now I’m sharing 100 reasons why you need to read her book, Hello, Fears.