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Many organizations begin January by accelerating communication. Strategy decks circulate, all-hands are scheduled, and inboxes quickly fill with updates meant to re-energize teams. Increasingly, Internal Communications leaders are questioning whether this approach supports effective re-entry.
In a recent post on LinkedIn, internal comms advisor Amanda Clemens Hidalgo framed it clearly:
“Effective internal communication isn’t about sending more emails or holding longer meetings. It’s about creating a compelling story that helps every employee understand why their work matters.” (LinkedIn post)
Instead of leading with execution-heavy messaging, IC teams are prioritizing orientation and context before acceleration.
What this looks like in practice:
- Start with story, not strategy, by framing last year’s journey and this year’s direction.
- Sequence messages intentionally, replacing content dumps with paced communication.
- Equip managers with context, giving them concise talking points to reconnect teams early.
The insight is simple: after the year-end break, employees don’t just need information. They need orientation.
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