Reflecting back

Sitting here typing this, I can’t help but think back to March 2020 and Lockdown 1.0.

Back then, Moor Communication didn’t exist. No website, no branding, no social media channels, no blogs. Nothing. Nada.

Fast forward to this cold, foggy November morning, and I have all of the above and here you are reading something I’ve written. Thank you (again).

It’s been an intense few months, I’ve learned a lot and I’m becoming more comfortable calling myself a writer. I write, ergo, I am a writer. Or something like that!

Keep on keeping on

How is November 2020 lockdown different? I know we don’t have the stunning weather we did back in March, the days are shorter, and people are tired and worried.

But we’ve learned so much more about ourselves. And as we’ve adapted to our changing world our coping mechanisms have grown. Learning how to find the energy to keep on keeping on day after day is not to be underestimated.

How can I help?

There’s a lot of noise around at the moment and I don’t want to add to it. So, I thought I’d share a few thoughts and point you towards my blogs where you can delve in a little deeper.

If you follow me on social media, you might know that I’ve started writing about my life experiences alongside my client work.

Bring your whole selves to work

I’m blending the two here today because I don’t separate work you and home or personal you. We bring our whole selves to work and this year, of all years, the lines between work and home have become even more blurred.

But I also want to be in a world where empathy and writing with a human voice is the norm, not the exception. No matter where you live or work,

I hope that you’ll find ideas here that resonate. And because you’re a subscriber, you’ll get first notice when I post new blogs from now on.

Flattery will get you everywhere

This blog was inspired by the train manager on the 10.15am from Leeds to Kings Cross the other Monday. I listened as she read her script over and over again as we moved further south.

What was it that made me carry on listening and not switch off? It might not have been flattery, but there was a certain charm to it and it was definitely about being human. This was a great example of how you communicate important messages so that people listen and understand.

Visit the blog Flattery will get you everywhere

Is it time to review your communication toolkit?

Secondly, there’s never a wrong time to review your core messages and tone of voice. But, after almost a year of pivoting, and as we lurch towards the end of the year, now might be a very good time.

If you’re not sure where to start, this is the blog is for you. In it I talk about key messages, tone of voice and writing for your ideal client.

Your communication toolkit

Writing for you

Thirdly: I love this reflective writing exercise. I’ve been banging on about it for years, because it works. I’ve used it, friends and family have used it.

If you’re struggling to see through the fog, I urge you to give it a go. Three simple headings: What, So What and Now what. Just grab a piece of paper and a pen and write.

And finally, my most recent blog, which is about creating a more balanced life. I share a few thoughts and lessons learned over the years. It’s based on the idea that having balance across your three energy buckets: physical, mental and emotional, can help you live a calmer life.