IABC Chicago

The Chicago Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators

Effective Data Storytelling– Wed., Feb, 15, 2023 – Noon – 1pmCT

Turn your Canva and Tableau into the best story structures to fit your audience. Transforming data into visual communication is only one part of the picture—it’s just as important to engage your audience with a memorable and persuasive story. Narratives are more powerful than raw statistics, more enduring than pretty charts. Effective Data … [Read more...]

Who are the people in your neighborhood? A persona-based approach to employee engagement – Jan 25, Noon Webinar

No matter the organization, data and insights show our people are flooded with information. There is no “one-size-fits-all” approach when we engage with our people. Using personae is about finding a way to communicate messages to a global audience that are designed with a specific someone in mind, rather than a generic 'everyone.' Join Carla … [Read more...]

Positively Negative: How To Turn Negative Messages Into Positive Ones – Wed., Nov 16, NoonCT SOLD OUT!

Join IABC/Chicago for this Free Webinar! Being able to articulate your thoughts and solutions clearly is a critical skill for anyone looking to make it in the business world. However, those who know how to articulate unpleasant messages when interacting with their management are the ones that stand out and win in the work world. In this … [Read more...]

First In-Person Luncheon A Success… “Yes, AND”… don’t forget to register for October Events!

IABC/Chicago had fun being back in-person at our September 21 event that taught us a little improv tool on how using “yes, and…” can position you from a posture of yes in leading teams, working within your team, or even trying to negotiate with your children! Thank you to Jeff Ash, Westside Improv, as he helped us laugh at ourselves and with … [Read more...]

Using Improv to Build Your Communication Culture – Sept 21, 11:30am Maggiano’s Naperville

Using Improv to Build Your Communication Culture! Wed., Sept 21, 2022, 11:30am – 1pm Maggiano’s Naperville Register Here! Join IABC/Chicago as we return to in-person luncheons! "Yes, and" is perhaps one of the most practical and direct applications of improv in the workplace. It's also commonly misunderstood. Many people think … [Read more...]