Writer bio: Mariya Postelnyak

Mariya Postelnyak

Mariya is a Content Writer at ContactMonkey with a background in communications, policy, and freelance journalism. With a Bachelor’s degree in English, French, and Spanish, she brings a multilingual, editorial perspective to her work. Mariya researches and writes about internal communications topics, drawing on her experience in public-sector communications and journalism to create clear, thoughtful content that helps organizations communicate more effectively with their employees.

Articles by Mariya Postelnyak

Employee Opinion Surveys: Top 20 Questions You Should Be Asking

Dec 14, 2021

Your employees have a unique point of view when it comes to operations and employee experience across your organization. To tap into their perspectives, you need to conduct regular employee opinion surveys and act on them strategically. Learning what employees think about your organization is absolutely necessary for ensuring the wellbeing of your staff and

15 Types of Internal Communication With Examples To Try

Oct 30, 2021

When it comes to external communication, segmenting audiences, and creating tailored content is the norm. So why should it be any different with internal communications? By recognizing different types of internal communication, you can create employee messages that drive engagement. We tend to consider internal communication as a catch-all phrase for all the information exchanged

20 Effective Leadership Communication Strategies and Examples

Oct 19, 2021

Outstanding leadership has always hinged on effective communication. However, when communication channels are numerous and the workplace is no longer just a pinpoint on a map, leadership communication is more important than ever. Teams with solid leadership are more resilient to the challenges that face to them. Today, leaders must connect and guide workers and

10 Goals of Employee Engagement 

Oct 13, 2021

Your business revolves around goal-setting. So why should it be any different when it comes to employee engagement? By identifying your employee engagement goals, you can set a clear, time-bound path towards boosting workplace engagement. Employee engagement goals help guide your business towards success. Yet they’re often overlooked because employers are at a loss when

20 Best Internal Communications Blogs to Read in 2026

Sep 14, 2021

What tools and techniques do top internal communicators swear by? How do leading brands go about improving employee engagement and satisfaction? If you’re trying to get to the bottom of these questions, you’ll want help from the experts. Our list of the best internal communications blogs has you covered. At ContactMonkey, our mission is to

Internal Marketing Strategy Guide: Everything You Need To Know

Jun 15, 2021

With effective internal marketing, your employees become brand ambassadors. But what does it really take to implement a successful internal marketing strategy? We’ve compiled everything you need to know about internal marketing so you can start leveraging its benefits. When you think of the word ‘marketing,’ chances are you imagine pitching and selling to customers.

15 Types of Employee Surveys You Need to Know About

Jun 3, 2021

Employee feedback is essential for understanding and improving your business. But getting honest, consistent, and actionable feedback is no easy task. In this post, we’ll look at 15 types of employee surveys, and survey questions to ask to help you gather better feedback from your teams. Top employers all have one thing in common: they

5 Ways to Use Change Management Pulse Surveys

May 13, 2021

Change management pulse surveys are a must-have tool for employers leading successful organizational change. These short and focused employee surveys let you easily gather real-time feedback and build a change management strategy attuned to employee needs. You already know that change is necessary for your company’s growth. By investing in an effective change management strategy,