Category Archives: Blog
How to lead when you’re feeling burned out
From time to time, we all feel pulled in different directions, with work deadlines, family commitments and other life events all demanding our focus and attention. Over the course of… Read more

Standing Your Ground! Call for Storytellers
Deadline extended The deadline for speaker submissions has been extended to end of day Friday, March 31. On April 20, 2017 IABC/BC will host its 5th annual signature storytelling event—an inspiring and entertaining… Read more

Call for Presentations for 2017 IABC Dare to Lead Conference
We want to hear from you! The International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) is the premier global network for professionals engaged in strategic organizational communication. Founded in 1970, IABC is comprised of over 16,000 business… Read more

6 Tips for Writing More Effective Video Scripts
Organizations of all kinds are using video in their marketing and communications, and that means writing for video is becoming an essential skill for communicators. But most have either never… Read more

5 steps to certification: how to prep for the CMP exam
There are now over 65 certified communicators, four of them IABC members located in British Columbia. Getting from the Communications Management Professional (CMP) application stage to the certification stage takes… Read more
Get Connected
We held an inspiring event with many of you recently who are interested in learning more about the chapter and ways that you can get involved. Over some drinks and… Read more
Top 7 Ways to Get Connected & Meet Your 2017 Career Goals
As a member in my 7th year with IABC/BC, I’ve met many awesome people, made quality connections and gained considerable experience to grow my career as well. Now the Vice… Read more
Feedback: Are You A Resilient Communicator?
Originally appeared on the IABC Calgary chapter blog A reality of being a communications professional is that we receive a lot of feedback. For example, your latest media release may… Read more
Calling Experienced Communicators! Exciting Volunteer Roles Await!
If you’re a senior communicator who loves to keep learning and growing, whilst leading others as they do the same, then now is your time to shine! Exciting leadership volunteer… Read more
IABC/BC fall event kicks off the 2016/2017 season in style
It’s hard to believe that warm summer days and long hours of sunlight are behind us once again. As we head into the fall and settle once again into our… Read more