Managers are stretched thin, but remain the most powerful voice for employee trust.
In this episode of ThinkCast, Gartner VP, Advisory Alexandra Earl introduces the 4 C’s of Manager Communication Competencies: Championing, Coaching, Conversing and Connecting. From helping employees link strategy to daily work, to creating true two-way dialogue, Alexandra outlines a clear framework to elevate communication and improve team engagement.
Tune in to discover:
The Challenges Managers Face Today
Championing: Motivating Teams Through Change
Coaching: Feedback and Ongoing Conversations
Conversing: Creating True Two-Way Dialogue
Connecting: Earning Trust and Visioning
The Bonus Fifth C: Contextualization
Takeaway Actions and Gartner for Communications Leaders
Alexandra Earl | VP, Advisory
Alexandra Earl is a Vice President in Advisory for the Marketing & Communications practice. Alexandra's 12 years of Communications advisory experience enable her to support Gartner's clients with leading edge insights and guidance on Internal Communications best practices. She provides expert advice, thought partnership and support to Marketing & Communications Executives in leading global organizations, to; inform and pressure test their thinking, accelerate decision making, support crucial projects, enhance individual and team skill sets, professionalize the function and ensure strategic alignment with overall business goals. These consultative discussions cover a wide array of communication priorities including; change communication, employee engagement, culture & performance comms; manager & leader comms; executive communication; and professionalization of the function. Alexandra also serves as Chair of Gartner's Marketing & Communications Awards.
Hosted by: Karen Lockhart
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