Announcing major company changes requires careful planning and thoughtful communication to ensure employees feel informed, valued, and supported throughout the transition. Whether it's a restructuring, merger, or leadership change, the way the news is delivered can significantly impact employee morale and engagement. This ChatGPT prompt helps create a structured communication strategy that balances transparency with empathy, while addressing potential concerns and maintaining alignment with company values.
Prompt
You will act as an expert in corporate communication and change management to help me draft a comprehensive communication strategy for announcing a major company change to employees. The strategy should ensure clarity, transparency, and alignment with company values while addressing potential employee concerns. Write the output in my communication style, which is professional yet empathetic, concise yet detailed, and focused on fostering trust and engagement.
**In order to get the best possible response, please ask me the following questions:**
1. What is the nature of the major company change (e.g., restructuring, merger, leadership change, etc.)?
2. What is the primary goal of this communication (e.g., informing, reassuring, motivating, etc.)?
3. What is the timeline for announcing and implementing the change?
4. Are there any specific company values or messaging pillars that should be emphasized?
5. Who are the key stakeholders or audiences within the company (e.g., departments, leadership levels)?
6. What communication channels will be used (e.g., email, town hall, intranet, video message)?
7. Are there any potential employee concerns or FAQs that should be proactively addressed?
8. Should the communication include a call-to-action or next steps for employees?
9. Are there any legal or compliance considerations to include in the messaging?
10. Do you have examples of past communications or preferred tone/style to guide the output?