Maxine PooleCommunications

Services / Comms Check-up

Find out what's working, and what to fix first.

A focused review of how your people hear from you, with a clear 90-day plan presented to your leadership team.

Comms Check-up 2–3 weeks Every engagement is tailored. Book a free call for a quote.
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Is this for you?

This fits if…

  • Your staff survey says people don't feel informed, and you're not sure why
  • Messages reach head office but fade before they reach the frontline
  • You're thinking about hiring a comms person, or a new Head of Comms has just started, and you want an outside view first

What's included

What you get

  • A review of every channel you use: email, intranet, HiBob or Staffbase, screens, team meetings, WhatsApp and noticeboards
  • A look at your latest staff survey results and what they say about communication
  • Conversations with your leadership team and a cross-section of staff, including frontline and field teams
  • A site visit, if you have sites in Hertfordshire, North London or the Home Counties
  • A short written report and a prioritised 90-day plan
  • A presentation of the findings to your leadership team

How it works

Step by step.

  1. Week 1

    Kick-off call. We agree who I'll speak to and what you want to learn.

  2. Weeks 1–2

    Listening. I review your channels and talk to leaders and staff.

  3. Week 3

    Findings. I present what I found and the plan, and answer your questions.

The outcome

A clear picture of where messages get lost, and a practical plan you can act on with your own team or with my help.

Proof

Accord Healthcare · 3 manufacturing sites and a research site

85–90% attendance at every site

The staff survey showed manufacturing sites felt they lacked clear information from senior leaders. I recommended bringing the directors on site to present results in person, wrote their presentation and script, and briefed them. Attendance was 85–90% at every site.

FAQ

Questions people ask.

How much of my team's time does it take?

About an hour from each leader, and 20–30 minutes from each member of staff I speak to.

Will staff speak openly?

Yes. Conversations are confidential, and the report shares themes, not names.

Can you check one site or department rather than the whole business?

Yes. I can scope a smaller check-up; get in touch for a price.

What happens afterwards?

Many clients follow on with a Change Launch or Fractional support, but there's no obligation.

Contact

Not sure where your messages get lost?

Book a free 20-minute video call or send me a message. Tell me what's coming up and I'll tell you honestly whether I can help.