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The secret to stakeholder buy-in for digital project success
Effective communication is key during digital project launches. This post explores how clear messaging and user-focused strategies can drive stakeholder buy-in, simplify complex technical details, and ensure successful adoption of new tools. Learn how communications advisors bridge the gap between project teams and end users…
A Communicator’s guide to crafting a successful Security Awareness campaign
October is Cyber Security Awareness Month. Although everyone has some level of awareness, it doesn’t always stay front of mind. Repeating the messages annually and dedicating a whole month to campaigning about it, is still a justified and worthwhile investment. Businesses are under constant threat…
The value of Change Management in the HR tech maturity journey
As the corporate landscape becomes increasingly digital, HR departments face unprecedented challenges. Balancing administrative duties with strategic initiatives such as talent acquisition and employee retention is no small feat in today’s competitive job market. In addition, with the newest generation of employees expecting seamless digital…
Tips to craft authentic content in the age of GenAI
In today’s digital landscape, content creation has become more accessible than ever, thanks to the advent of powerful AI tools. While AI can certainly help streamline content production and distribution, it also poses a unique challenge. With so many creators using AI-generated content, how can…
How will Gen AI transform Content Strategy and Creation in 2023?
Content Strategy & Creation is one of our core services at No Gaps. In the past two decades the content practice has undergone remarkable transformations, mirroring the changing times and technologies. Today, in the dawn of the Gen AI era, the value we, as Communications Professionals, bring…
The 7 reasons why people resist change and how to overcome them
At No Gaps we specialize in communications and change management solutions to help organizations thrive in times of transformation. Our experts understand that navigating resistance to change can be challenging. In this blog, we will explore the seven common reasons behind resistance to organizational change,…
Explaining Change Management and Communications to a 5-Year-Old
Generative AI is booming and we are extremely excited and curious about the developments. While playing around with ChatGPT , we asked it to explain what it is we do to, a five-year-old. Here’s what it said: Change management and communications may sound like big…
The ultimate guide to sourcing a stellar transformation team
In the realm of transformation projects, assembling the right team can make all the difference between success and struggle. At No Gaps, we understand the critical role that skilled and compatible professionals play in driving successful projects, whether it be project managers, change managers, PMO…
Nurturing a Culture of Innovation and Growth: 9 Tips for Success
In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, having a culture of innovation and growth is essential for organizations to thrive and stay ahead of the competition. A culture that encourages employees to embrace a growth mindset and explore innovative ideas creates a resilient and adaptable workforce.…
Navigating common communication pitfalls during organizational transformations
As organizations embark on transformational journeys, effective communication plays a pivotal role in determining the success of the change initiative. Missteps in communicating the change can lead to resistance and negativity from employees, leaving them feeling undervalued and uncertain about the future. In this blog,…
How to address employees’ concerns during a transformation
Change is an inevitable aspect of organizational growth and staying competitive. However, not all resistance to change stems from opposition to the transformation itself. Employees may voice concerns related to the change process, context, or other factors. As adept communications & change managers, it is…
Why people feel different levels of urgency and proven tactics to bridge that gap
In change management, there exists a powerful methodology known as Kotter’s Eight-Step Process for Leading Change. At its core lies the crucial first step: “create a sense of urgency.” This step emphasizes the need to bridge gaps between real and experienced urgency, particularly between leadership…
Actionable tips to interact differently for a successful culture shift
In our final installment of our blog series on behavioural change in organizational transformation, we explore the critical aspect of interacting differently, particularly in scenarios where a culture shift accompanies the change. Culture shifts can significantly impact how an organization interacts both internally and externally.…
Changing Mindsets, Changing Outcomes: 5 Proven ways to get employees to adopt the change
In our third instalment of our blog series on behavioural change in organizational transformation. In this edition, we focus on the crucial step of empowering employees to act differently and adopt the desired behaviours. As change managers, we understand that successful transformation hinges on the…
Shifting behaviours: Strategies to make new thinking stick
In our previous blog, we explored the role of our change managers as behaviour makeover artists, guiding stakeholders to think and feel differently about change. Now, we delve deeper into the next crucial step—making this new thinking sink in. In this blog, we will unveil…
Becoming the behaviour makeover artist for organizational transformation
Picture a skilled makeup artist meticulously crafting a stunning makeover that brings out the best in their client, enhancing their natural beauty, and instilling a newfound sense of confidence. Similarly, change managers and change communications specialists take on the role of behaviour makeover artists, skill-fully…