
Hearts & Minds
Welcome to Hearts & Minds, a daily blog and topical take on corporate reputation from Sodali & Co's UK Strategic Communications team. Everyday, leading journalist Chris Blackhurst shares a unique corporate communications perspective on recent news.
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Hearts & Minds: Trying to avoid the own goals in Corporate Sponsorships
With 100 leading female footballers signing an open letter to Fifa asking it to end a sponsorship deal – the spotlight on who corporate’s sponsor and why is raising difficult communication challenges
22 October 2024
Read more chevron_rightHearts & Minds: Dying Matters – how to deal with the death of a senior leader
The sudden death of Liam Payne was a shock. And while we probably don’t want to think about it happening closer to home – the death of a high-profile individual needs us communicators to be at our most human.
23 October 2024
Read more chevron_rightHearts & Minds: Go directly to jail. Do not pass go, do not collect £200*
With the Financial Conduct Authority cracking down on the use of influencers – the role of endorsement is back in the spotlight
24 October 2024
Read more chevron_rightHearts & Minds: How to avoid self-inflicted injuries
In complex organisations, meticulous planning is required to avoid spectacular own goals, such as the one that has just befallen the UK government.
14 October 2024
Read more chevron_rightHearts & Minds: Coming soon...corporate comms, the movie
The astonishing film of Space X’s rocket booster returning to Earth demonstrates the power of cinematic storytelling
15 October 2024
Read more chevron_rightHearts & Minds: what to do if your business suddenly joins the zeitgeist
What do you do if your business suddenly joins the zeitgeist?
16 October 2024
Read more chevron_rightHearts & Minds: How to discard a favourite that no longer fits
How do you manage the comms around the discontinuation or disposal of a much-loved asset whose fame and regard no longer translate into commercial value or strategic fit?
17 October 2024
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