The fear of getting it wrong: Why confidence isn’t about being certain
For a long time, I thought confidence at work was about certainty. Having the right answer, saying the right thing, walking into a room and looking like you belonged there without a flicker of doubt. I spent years trying to perfect that version of myself – the version of me who never hesitated and who […]
Workplace Misinformation Crisis: Advita Patel Warns Leadership Teams of Emerging Challenges
Recent findings reported in The Times*, based on a Channel 4 study, have sparked significant concern for Advita Patel, a Communications and Inclusion Strategist and founder of CommsRebel. The study revealed that 52% of Gen Z respondents support authoritarianism and radicalism, with 33% believing the country would be better off under military rule. Equally alarming […]
Why Advita Patel, not ChatGPT, is the answer to confidence at work in 2026
Press Release As artificial intelligence reshapes the workplace, taking on everyday tasks such as drafting emails, refining presentations and offering instant feedback to every question asked, one trait remains firmly human. Confidence. Communications and professional confidence expert Advita Patel says that while tools like ChatGPT and Claude can support productivity, they cannot help people trust […]
Inclusive Judging: Rethinking Panels, Bias, and What Excellence Really Looks Like
Recently, I had one of those mornings that perfectly captured the emotional contradictions of professional life. A rejection email landed first – Jenni Field and I weren’t selected to speak at the IABC World Conference. Shortly after, I opened my inbox again to find the final proof of Decoding Confidence, my new book, ready for […]
Six Years of CommsRebel: Six Business Lessons
It’s officially six years since CommsRebel became a proper business. When you start a business, people talk a lot about freedom and flexibility. What they talk about less is uncertainty, second-guessing yourself, and learning things the long way round. Six years into running CommsRebel as a business, here are six lessons I wish I’d known […]
5 Ways to Beat the Sunday Scaries
For many people, Sunday evenings come with a little dread. That all too familiar knot in the stomach. The racing thoughts about the week ahead. The sudden urge to check emails or mentally rehearse conversations that haven’t even happened yet. The so-called Sunday scaries are incredibly common, particularly for people in high-pressure roles, caring professions […]
International Women’s Day 2026: Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls
Around this time of year, many organisations start planning their internal communications for International Women’s Day. There are mindmaps, campaigns, hashtags and photo opportunities. But as you begin planning, make sure you’re following the official theme set by the United Nations. For 2026, the official theme is Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls. […]
Cultural Intelligence: Five ways to apply it to your Internal Communications
Cultural Intelligence (CQ) is essential for effective communication in today’s complex, hybrid and globally connected workplaces. For internal communication professionals, CQ provides the skills needed to build trust, inclusion and engagement across diverse teams. This article explores what cultural intelligence really means, why it is a powerful capability for internal comms, and how combining CQ […]
Gain More Influence and Impact with These Two Shifts
A question that often comes up in my coaching sessions and conversations with internal communications professionals is: “How can I create more influence and impact in my role?” It’s a good question and one that almost all of us ask at some point. Sometimes it comes from feeling stuck or unheard. Other times it’s because […]
Tackling the UK’s Biggest Workplace Challenges Through Internal Comms
The world of work continues to evolve at a rapid pace. A recent report from HR News, highlighting the Top 10 Challenges Facing UK Employers in the Year Ahead, gives a clear snapshot of what’s keeping leaders awake at night. From recruitment and retention to hybrid working, wellbeing and the rise of AI, the list […]