Neryl East Comms

Oh Bonza, you've given us some solid lessons on what not to do when things go seriously wrong. neryleast.com/articlebank/do…

What’s your go-to method for staying present when the pressure is on?

Does speaking to a team member about their mental wellbeing make you uncomfortable? This will help. neryleast.com/neryls-readmor…

This is the last call to register for the Beyond ChatGPT: Understanding the impact of generative AI in local government Session. It’s on Thursday 22 June from 2pm to 3pm AEST, via Zoom. Secure your place here: academy.neryleast.com/lg-webinar-22-…

redible Leader tip: Be a role model for authentic communication It’s never been more important to be genuine and open in the way you communicate. Your teams are depending on it. Your reputation may well live or die by it.

Can’t wait to share my insights at the Rethink Change conference in August. I’ll be showing change practitioners how to ignite their influence so they can really make a difference in their organizations at this crucial time. It’s a stellar program. Check it out and book your spot

Getting your facts straight makes a mighty difference to your #credibility. neryleast.com/neryls-readmor…

Hybrid and flexible working has thrown up new communication challenges – but they’re not insurmountable. Don’t fall into the trap of communicating less because it feels harder. Your teams need to hear from you now more than ever.

Credible Leader tip: Adjust your communication style to match others Many leaders spray information 𝗮𝘁 people rather than communicating 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 them. The better you get at tailoring your approach for your team members, the more effective and credible you’ll be.

Credible Leader tip: Focus on giving value rather than your own nerves One of the most effective changes you can make is to shift your focus outwards, onto your audience, whenever you’re speaking to people – whether that’s a small team meeting or a larger situation.

How’s this for a feedback form – inviting you to give a rating of “awesome”, “meh” or “oh dear”. How could you use this in reflecting on your own leadership performance – for example, how well you feel you communicated in a high-stakes situation?

As a leader, can you be authentic and adaptable at the same time? neryleast.com/neryls-readmor…

Join us on 19 and 26 May for latest, best-practice thinking, highly relevant case studies and quality discussions with other local government communication professionals. Bookings are closing soon – to register, go to localgovcomms.org

Now is the time for leaders to step up to an even higher level of communication and connection – even if they’re not confident about having all the answers. Through my methodology, The East Way, I show leaders how to rebuild trust through credibility, clarity, and connection.

Thrilled to be accepted as a contributor to CEO Magazine – on the same list as Tony Robbins and one of my heroes of leadership research, Barry Posner. Looking forward to my first article appearing soon.

Communicating well with someone of a different style can feel like learning another language. To be a credible leader you need to be fluent across all styles, regardless of your own preference.

Feeling out of control as a #leader? Start here. neryleast.com/neryls-readmor…

Looking forward to speaking at the Women in Tech Global Conference 2023 in May. I’ll be sharing the keys to building trust under pressure. This is such a hot topic right now as many people continue to feel disengaged and tired of change, especially at work.

I wanted to produce a blueprint that would give leaders and their teams specific steps to help them move from surviving to performing again and getting results. Access your copy of the report here: academy.neryleast.com/report Always lovely to get great feedback like this.

My half-day Executive Intensive, “Communicating Effectively in Tough Times”, takes senior leaders through my Six Lenses of Credible Leadership - the specific steps each leader and organization must take to approach the work environment of 2023. Reach out to me for more details.