Writer bio: Mariya Postelnyak
Mariya Postelnyak
Articles by Mariya Postelnyak
SMS Text Messaging for Internal Employee Communications
Mar 2, 2022
The reality of a digitally-driven world is that employees spend a good part of the workday on their phone. With SMS employee communication, you can get more out of mobile use in the workplace. Today, employees spend nearly an hour a day on their mobile phones. Organizations that want to make information accessible and engaging
15 Essential Remote Team Communication Strategies
Mar 1, 2022
Love it or hate it, remote work is here to stay—in one shape or another. Instead of bracing against the current, businesses need to prepare actionable strategies for adapting to the new world of work. And that means mastering the art of remote team communications. Remote team communication definitely has a learning curve. For starters,
How to Create an Effective Pulse Survey
Feb 17, 2022
Many business decisions rely on employee feedback. But let’s face it, getting your entire workforce to fill in a lengthy employee survey is no small task. That’s where pulse surveys come in. We’ll break down how to create a pulse survey and why they’re an essential part of your internal communications strategy. For too many
Top 20 Benefits of Internal Communication Tools
Feb 15, 2022
Internal communication tools are no longer just a must-have for large businesses—especially in the age of remote work. In this post, we look at why small businesses and SMEs should use internal communications tools, and how to maximize their benefits. When you’re sitting in a 2,000 sq foot office, opposite a team of 15-50 employees,
How To Create The Best Employee Newsletter
Feb 5, 2022
Your internal newsletter isn’t just a workplace resource hub. It’s a powerful piece of your internal marketing strategy and brand storytelling. But if you’re still unsure on how to create an employee newsletter that engages staff and drives your brand vision, it’s time to get to work. The word “newsletter” often evokes email updates designed
Anonymous Employee Surveys: How-To Guide
Jan 21, 2022
The bedrock of any effective internal communications strategy is authentic employee feedback. In order to gather honest and actionable employee insights, you first need to learn how to create anonymous surveys effectively. Whether your goal is to boost employee engagement, improve workplace retention, or enhance innovation, your strategy has to be informed by data. Making
Best Employee Safety Survey Questions + Templates
Jan 19, 2022
Workplace safety standards help employees feel comfortable and secure while they work. With the help of an employee safety survey, you can gauge how employees truly feel about your company’s safety standards, and address concerns. Workplace safety is absolutely essential for employees to be able to do their best work. But safety goes beyond the
40 Fun Employee Survey Questions To Increase Engagement
Jan 14, 2022
Surveys are a great way to learn from your employees. But long and tedious questionnaires are off-putting. Fun employee survey questions get your staff to open up and share in meaningful ways—a quality survey tool will help you get the job done. Surveys are essential to employee communication, engagement, and business optimization. But let’s face
Employee Wellness Surveys: Questions and Best Practices
Jan 4, 2022
Talking about mental health and wellness at work can be tough. An employee wellness survey helps normalize, and build conversations around staff wellbeing. It’s normal for employees to want to highlight their strengths in the workplace. Unfortunately, this mindset leads many to believe that if they reveal personal challenges, this will be seen as a
How to Conduct an Internal Communications Audit
Dec 23, 2021
Your internal communications team puts a lot of time and effort into creating engaging content for employees. But to find out if your communications are actually performing as they should be, conducting an internal communications audit is a must. By providing a thorough analysis of your internal communications performance, audits help you build a roadmap
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
How to Measure Employee Happiness: 10 Strategies For 2025
Nov 30, 2021
It’s a truth universally acknowledged that happy employees are simply better to have by your side. Their energy and enthusiasm are infectious and they can make the dreariest workday a little brighter. But many are still baffled by how to measure employee happiness. Teams made up of happy employees don’t just succeed, they thrive. So
Employee Coaching Guide: Best Tips and Techniques with Examples
Nov 20, 2021
Coaching in the workplace is just as important as in the playing field. When done skillfully, employee coaching can help employees reach their career goals and stay engaged. But before you can start playing ball, you’ll need to brush up on your coaching skills. You don’t have to be a sports fanatic to know just
15 Employee Survey Questions About Company Culture
Nov 3, 2021
Asking employee survey questions about culture will help yoemplou understand what team members think of your workplace environment. Once you identify areas for improvement, it becomes easier to know where to start strengthening workplace culture. Company culture is your organization’s bedrock, in good times and bad. It’s also the driving force behind employee engagement. Organizations
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
Top 10 Employee Engagement Companies
Oct 6, 2021
“Happy employees produce better results”—that’s the simple but snappy mantra of one of the top employee engagement companies on our list. In this post, we’re spotlighting the organizations that have cracked the code on employee engagement and examine their methods and mantras for success. Trailblazing companies didn’t achieve greatness overnight. They had to build winning
Top 10 Employee Engagement Statistics to Know in 2025
Sep 28, 2021
In a fast and chaotic world, employee engagement is more significant than ever. But as employees adjust to the new normal, it’s important to inform your engagement strategy with the latest employee engagement statistics. Do you know where your company stands when it comes to employee engagement statistics? In this post, we’ll break down the
22 Best Employee Recognition Ideas That Are Fun and Creative
Sep 17, 2021
Employee recognition is an essential part of keeping your teams motivated and engaged. If you feel like your employee recognition ideas have been falling flat, it’s time to get creative. Imagine the following scenario: an employee works for weeks on a project, triple-checks their work, and goes above and beyond to deliver exceptional results. The
20 Best Internal Communications Blogs to Read in 2025
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
How to Hold a Virtual Town Hall: A Complete Guide
Sep 3, 2021
During COVID-19, the virtual town hall has become an essential part of keeping staff connected and informed. But there’s a learning curve to these digital events. A company town hall is the best channel for strengthening workplace relationships and keeping staff informed on key company news. But with more employees working remotely, a new virtual
Hybrid Workplace Strategy: 5 Key Tips Best Practices
Aug 18, 2021
Businesses across all industries have expressed interest in the hybrid workplace. This guide covers everything you need to know about implementing an effective hybrid workplace strategy. As employers look for new ways to attract top talent, the hybrid workplace model has become part of a competitive job package. The flexible arrangement balances in-office and remote
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,