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The Future of Internal Communication

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Internal Communication
Employee Engagement
Ethics
Artificial Intelligence
Sustainability
Workplace Dynamics
Climate Action
Data Privacy
Generative AI
Diversity and Inclusion
Trust
Carbon Neutrality
Human Connectivity
Hybrid Work
Facial Recognition Technology
People, Planet, Pint
Small99
UK Economy
Storytelling
Organizational Change

The Future of Internal Communication podcast is a series commissioned by The Institute of Internal Communication.

Organisations today face widespread and continuous disruption. The way communication takes place within and across teams, departments and business units is more critical than ever.

The podcast hosts subject matter experts from within and outside internal communication, each sharing t... more

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Highly commended in the 2025 Business Book Awards, The Way We Talk Around Here offers a treasure trove for internal communicators. It examines the intricate interplay between culture and language, showcasing how the forensic analysis of language and ... more

With no shortage of external crises to worry about, most forward-thinking organisations by now have devised a crisis communication plan, to assist and reassure colleagues in case of emergency. But what happens when crisis turns from temporary to sust... more

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This episode, Cat, Jen and Dom chat with Heidi Allan who heads up Employee Financial Wellbeing at pensions and investment advisory firm LCP. LCP’s research into financial wellbeing provides illuminating data points that link financial worries to poor... more

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Global economic uncertainty shows no sign of abate and most organisations face a challenging 2026. Headcount and budgets are under intense scrutiny and internal communication carries the additional threat of, in some quarters, GenerativeAI offering a... more

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Whether its geopolitical turmoil, AI, climate chaos, stakeholder activism or intergenerational differences, there’s no shortage of issues inhibiting organisational progress. But this is hardly surprising when we consider so many of the operating fram... more

As economic instability continues to confound politicians across the spectrum, the UK labour market remains fragile. With more young people than ever before not in education, employment or training (NEET) and the ever-present threat of AI-induced job... more

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This year, the IoIC published a new whitepaper to explore the future of internal communication. As the only professional body dedicated to internal communication, it is invested in understanding how workplace communication will change and what this m... more

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Award-winning author and business executive Margaret Heffernan has written extensively about uncertainty. Her book Uncharted: How to map the future became an instant bestseller and featured on Bloomberg’s Best Books of 2021 list. Her most recent book... more

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Ada Borucka
Internal communication expert and strategist based in Poland; founder of Pinpoint
Pinpoint
Episode: From crisis communication to resilience communication; the reality of geopolitical conflict with Ada Borucka
Colin Archer
Head of Communication for the Steam Thermal Solutions business at Spirax
Spirax
Episode: 2026: a year of internal communication impact with Colin Archer FIIC
Perry Timms
Expert in HR and organizational development
Episode: Exploring the polymorphic organisation with Perry Timms
Neil Carberry
CEO of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, specialized in employment relations.
Recruitment and Employment Confederation
Episode: Exploring 2026 labour market dynamics with Neil Carberry OBE
Joe Salmon
Director of Corporate Communications at Iron Mountain
Iron Mountain
Episode: S14, Bonus Episode: Exploring the future of internal communication whitepaper, with Joe Salmon
Dr. Margaret Heffernan
Author and former CEO with a focus on leadership in uncertainty
Episode: Using conversation to navigate uncertainty with Margaret Heffernan
Louise Mowbray
Founder of Mowbray by Design, leadership advisor, coach, strategist, and futurist
Mowbray by Design
Episode: Rethinking leadership for the future of work with Louise Mowbray
Megan Wrights
Episode: Rethinking leadership for the future of work with Louise Mowbray
John Higgins
Episode: Rethinking leadership for the future of work with Louise Mowbray

Hosts

Jen Sproul
CEO of The Institute of Internal Communication; longtime internal communications leader and advisor.
Cat Barnard
Co-host with extensive practice in internal communication and change programs.
Dominic Walters
Co-host; President/lead in internal communication initiatives and organizational culture.

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From crisis communication to resilience communication; the reality of geopolitical conflict with Ada Borucka
Q: What is the key difference between crisis communication and resilience communication?
Crisis communication is about addressing an acute event, but resilience communication is ongoing and about building processes, culture, and leadership capabilities to handle continuous challenges; it requires preparing people and leaders for multiple eventualities rather than reacting to a single incident.
Exploring 2026 labour market dynamics with Neil Carberry OBE
Q: What key labour market trends do you think employers need to know about in 2026?
Neil emphasizes the importance of understanding the changes in the domestic labor force, focusing on the need for a long-term strategic view regarding people's skills and roles, especially with advancements in AI.
Rethinking leadership for the future of work with Louise Mowbray
Q: What are the three key things that internal communicators can do to help their senior colleagues improve their communication skills?
Internal communicators should read the room, ask insightful questions, and deliver tailored communication that addresses the actual needs and pressures facing their colleagues, avoiding generic messaging.
Rethinking leadership for the future of work with Louise Mowbray
Q: What skills do modern leaders need to focus on?
Modern leaders need to develop self-knowledge, conscious leadership capabilities, curiosity, and the ability to facilitate discussions that help others make sense of challenges, while remaining adaptable to change.
Rethinking leadership for the future of work with Louise Mowbray
Q: What are some of the most pivotal forces demanding a shift in how we think about successful leadership in the future of work?
There is a necessity for leadership to adapt to a rapidly changing world, fostering agency, promoting deep listening, and fostering trust within organizations.

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The recent run of episodes centers on how internal communication shapes culture, trust, and performance in increasingly digital, disrupted workplaces. Guests range from internal comms and HR leaders to researchers and executives exploring themes like measuring impact beyond ROI, polymorphic organizations, leadership in the future of work, psychological safety, and inclusive, human-centered communication. Across conversations, the thread is clear: effective internal communication is a strategic partner to leadership, helping organizations navigate AI adoption, remote work, diversity and inclusion, and crises while fostering engagement, accountability, and resilient cultures. A standout pattern is the emphasis on storytelling, listening, and ... more

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2. Colin Archer
3. Perry Timms
4. Neil Carberry
5. Joe Salmon
6. Dr. Margaret Heffernan
7. Louise Mowbray
8. Megan Wrights

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