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After spending a couple of decades in the communications industry, I have to confess that I sometimes still struggle to explain what I do for a living. Luckily, setting up my own consulting firm has forced me to find an easy way to summarize it. Communications isn’t rocket science; it’s the science and art of engaging with people.
As a seasoned communications professional, I believe in the power of ideas to change the world. Yet, I am often reminded of the limitations of my field, as every day brings a new cautionary tale of hype and hubris. No lesson is more timely than Britain’s exit, or “Brexit,” from the European Union. As Prime Minister Theresa May seeks to convince her party and the nation that she is delivering the European divorce that she promised at the beginning of her term, she is struggling to live up to her own spin. This is a classic tale of tactics winning out over strategy.
I’m very pleased to announce that I’m launching my own consulting firm today! On Message Communications advises people and organizations on successfully wielding their influence through strategic communications for the greater good. Let me know how I can help you: https://on-msg.com.
