Green Monday 2026: What’s On

By Sally Pritchett
CEO

Discover this year’s Green Monday sessions and resources for thoughtful sustainability conversations.

The third Monday in January is widely known as Blue Monday, often labelled the most depressing day of the year. Three years ago, we decided to flip that narrative. Green Monday is our antidote – a day we dedicate to sustainability, connection and practical action. Each year, we bring people together for conversations and experiences that spark new ideas and drive progress.

For 2026, we are hosting two sessions focused on the communication challenges that shape sustainability work, plus a new resource to help you run your own Green Monday NetWalk.

NetWalk

Time: 8am-10am GMT, Mon 19 Jan 2026

Tannery Studios, Tannery Lane Send, Woking Surrey, GU23 7EF

Start Green Monday with a morning NetWalk through the Surrey countryside. It is a great opportunity to meet others who care about making a positive impact on our planet and to share ideas in an informal setting. Led by our CEO, Sally Pritchett, and Ali Fisher from Plans With Purpose, we will meet at the Something Big office for a warm drink before heading out together.

Rain or shine, boots or wellies are a must!

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Closing the Gap – Turning Sustainability Strategy into Everyday Employee Action

Time: 12pm-1pm GMT, Mon 19 Jan 2026

Online, Teams

Sustainability strategies often look clear on paper, yet feel anything but clear in the day to day. Teams are already overloaded with information, priorities and internal messaging which makes it harder for people to know what to do, when to do it and how it fits into their role. So even when employees care, there is still a gap between intention and action.

In this one hour session, we will explore what gets lost in the noise and what it takes to make sustainability feel practical and relatable for busy teams.

Book your place

New for 2026: Run Your Own Green Monday NetWalk

Free downloadable guide

If you’d like to bring Green Monday into your organisation, team or community, we’ve created a simple one page guide to help you run your own NetWalk.

It includes:

  • Tips for planning
  • Conversation starters
  • Ready to use social media assets to help you celebrate your walk

We’re putting the finishing touches to this new resource, but you can sign up now and we’ll send it straight to you when it’s ready.

Get the guide when it’s ready

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10 Years of UK B Corps: Proud of the past, fired up for the future

By Sally Pritchett
CEO

Celebrating 10 years of the UK B Corp movement – and three years of Something Big being part of it

This year marks a major milestone: the UK B Corp movement turns 10. It’s a chance to reflect on how far the community has come and the impact we’re all still building. 

We’ve been a certified B Corp for just over three of those ten years. And while the values that earned us that certification were already in place, B Corp gave us something bigger – a clear, credible way to turn all our good intentions into real action, and access to a growing network of people doing the same. 

As we look back with pride – and forward with purpose – here are 10 things we value most about being part of this movement: 

1. A clear framework for doing good business

B Corp is more to us than a badge, it gives us structure. The framework gives us a way to hold ourselves accountable, and to turn our desire to do good into real purpose and action. 

2. A community with shared values

We’re part of a global network that believe business should be a force for good. And we don’t just sit in the network – we really show up. From forming alliances with other B Corps to co-leading B Local Surrey, we’re proud to be actively involved. 

3. A continuous improvement mindset

B Corp is not just a one-time award. The assessment challenges us to keep raising the bar – on how we treat people, the planet, and our stakeholders. We’ve already got stuck into the new standards, and we’re excited to keep moving forward.

4. Attracting and keeping great people

B Corp helps us attract people who care about purpose and impact. It tells our team – and future team members – that this is a place where you can do work that really matters, with values you can believe in.

5. Stronger client and partner relationships

More and more clients are looking for suppliers who align with their values. B Corp makes that alignment visible – helping us build trust faster and form more meaningful, values-led partnerships. 

6. Greater transparency and trust

Our impact has always mattered to us – but now it’s visible to others too. Our current score of 128.2 places us among the highest-performing B Corps globally. And while the new standards in the future won’t provide a score in the same way, they do raise the bar even further – something we fully support. 

7. A voice for change

Being part of the movement means contributing to something bigger. B Corps are influencing how businesses think, how supply chains operate and how decisions are made. There’s strength in working together. 

8. Better decisions, long-term thinking

The framework asks us to consider more than just shareholders. It reminds us to think about people, communities, customers and the environment – helping us make more balanced, sustainable choices. 

9. Energy and inspiration from others

The B Corp community is full of ideas, support and encouragement. From local meet-ups to national events, we’ve found the connections and conversations energising and full of practical ways to grow. 

10. Proof that profit and purpose can thrive together

B Corps are proving, every day, that success and impact aren’t mutually exclusive. You don’t have to choose between running a strong business and doing the right thing – in fact, one strengthens the other. 

Looking ahead

Three years into our B Corp journey, we’re more committed than ever. And as the UK movement celebrates its 10th year, we’re proud to be part of something that’s redefining what business can be. Here’s to the next 10! 

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People and culture business cases toolkit

By Sally Pritchett
CEO

Download your toolkit to build a business case for people and culture initiatives.

Need to make the case for investing in culture, wellbeing or communication? You’re not alone. Many great ideas struggle to get funded because their impact isn’t always easy to measure.

This two-part toolkit helps you change that. It’s built around our THRIVE methodology – a framework that helps organisations strengthen culture through communication. Each section looks at one of the six pillars that shape how people feel and perform at work: Talent, Human, Roadmap, Inclusion, Values and Experience.

Practical tools to help you make a business case for people and culture

In the free download, you’ll get:

  • Quick facts and data to show why culture, wellbeing and inclusion matter to business performance

  • Prompts and insights to help you link people-focused programmes to strategic outcomes

  • A link to an editable template to shape your ideas into a strong, evidence-based business case

It’s a practical way to back your ideas with evidence, show measurable impact and win support for people-focused change.

Want to dig deeper? Catch up on our webinar, including the 6 best hacks for successfully winning investment – full of practical advice to help you strengthen your next pitch.

If you’d like to build on it with deeper insight or strategic support, our Co-Creator advisory services are here to help you plan smarter and move your culture forward. And if you need support forming your business case for people and culture initiatives, talk to us – we’re always happy to help you think it through.

Download now and start building your business case



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Workplace Safety Calendar 2026

By Sally Pritchett
CEO

Free downloadable calendar of key workplace health and safety awareness days.

Keep safety front of mind all year round

Our free Workplace Safety Calendar highlights the key dates that help you plan safety communications and keep teams focused on what matters most – staying safe.

From construction sites to warehouses and offices, consistent communication helps make safety part of everyday thinking. Awareness days are a simple but powerful way to bring key messages to life, cut through the noise and build understanding across large, dispersed or frontline teams.

What’s inside

  • Key UK and global workplace safety and health awareness days
  • Dates covering topics from fire safety to mental health and safe driving
  • Practical ideas to help you share clear, consistent safety messages all year

If you find this calendar helpful, you might also like: Employee Wellbeing Calendar 2026, Sustainability and Environmental Awareness Calendar 2026, Future of Work, Productivity & Digital Skills Calendar 2026, and Diversity and Inclusion Calendar 2026.

If you’re running safety programmes or looking to strengthen how safety is communicated across your workforce, get in touch to see how we can help.

Download your free Workplace Safety Calendar 2026



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Sustainability and Environmental Awareness Calendar 2026

By Sally Pritchett
CEO

Free downloadable calendar of key sustainability and environmental awareness days.

Keep sustainability on the agenda all year round

Our free Sustainability and Environmental Awareness Calendar brings together key global dates and events to help you plan meaningful activity throughout 2026.

With sustainability now central to how people choose where to work and what brands to trust, keeping the conversation alive matters. 68% of jobseekers say an organisation’s environmental policies influence where they apply, and 65% say it affects whether they stay. This calendar helps you connect your sustainability goals with communication moments that inspire action and pride.

What’s inside

  • Global and UK sustainability and environmental awareness days

  • Dates covering climate action, conservation, recycling, and sustainable living

  • Practical ideas to turn awareness days into engaging campaigns and conversations

If you find this calendar helpful, you might also like: Diversity and Inclusion Calendar 2026, Employee Wellbeing Calendar 2026, Future of Work, Productivity & Digital Skills Calendar 2026, and Health and Safety Awareness Calendar 2026.

If you’re looking to strengthen your sustainability communications or bring your ESG story to life for employees, get in touch to see how we can help.

Download your free Sustainability and Environmental Awareness Calendar 2026



Future of Work, Productivity & Digital Skills Calendar 2026

By Sally Pritchett
CEO

Free downloadable calendar of key dates focused on the future of work, productivity and digital skills.

Help your people thrive in the future of work

Our free Future of Work, Productivity and Digital Skills Calendar brings together key global dates that spotlight innovation, learning and technology in the workplace.

As AI, automation and digitisation continue to reshape how we work, communication is key to keeping your people informed, confident and engaged. This calendar helps you do just that – giving you moments throughout the year to spark conversations, share progress and build digital confidence across your organisation.

Research shows that 52% of employees are worried about how AI might be used in the workplace, while only 36% feel hopeful. Using these key dates as prompts for dialogue helps shift that balance — turning uncertainty into opportunity and helping people feel part of the journey.

What’s inside

  • Key global dates focused on technology, digital learning and productivity
  • Awareness days celebrating innovation, AI and the evolving world of work
  • Practical ideas to help you communicate change and bring people with you

If you find this calendar helpful, you might also like our Diversity and Inclusion Calendar 2026 and Employee Wellbeing Calendar 2026.

If you’re driving digital transformation or looking for communication support to help your people adapt with confidence, get in touch to see how we can help.

Download your free Future of Work, Productivity & Digital Skills Calendar 2026



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Employee Wellbeing Calendar 2026

By Sally Pritchett
CEO

Free downloadable calendar of key UK employee wellbeing awareness days.

Support employee wellbeing in 2026

Our free UK Employee Wellbeing Calendar highlights the key awareness days that help you plan meaningful wellbeing activities across the year.

With 78% of employees saying work stress affects their wellbeing, creating supportive and positive workplaces has never been more important. The good news is that 89% of employees say their leaders are now more open about discussing mental health – showing real progress in how organisations care for their people.

What’s inside

  • A wide range of UK and global wellbeing awareness days

  • Dates focused on mental, emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

  • Practical ideas to help you turn awareness days into meaningful action and conversation

If you find this calendar helpful, you might also like: Diversity and Inclusion Calendar 2026, Sustainability and Environmental Awareness Calendar 2026, Future of Work, Productivity & Digital Skills Calendar 2026, and Workplace Safety Awareness Calendar 2026.

If you’re developing your wellbeing strategy or looking to engage employees in a more meaningful way, get in touch to see how we can help.

Download your free Employee Wellbeing Calendar 2026



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Diversity and Inclusion Calendar 2026

By Sally Pritchett
CEO

Free downloadable calendar of key UK diversity and inclusion awareness days

Make it easier to plan meaningful inclusion activity throughout 2026

Our free UK Diversity and Inclusion Calendar brings together the key awareness days, cultural celebrations and events that matter most to your people.

Creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong takes ongoing effort. With 65% of employees wanting to feel a stronger sense of belonging at work, staying aware of important diversity and inclusion dates can help you keep that focus alive across the year.

What’s inside

  • A wide range of UK and global diversity and inclusion awareness days

  • Dates covering cultural, religious, age, gender, disability and LGBTQ+ awareness and inclusion

  • Practical ideas for how to turn awareness days into meaningful conversations and actions

If you find this calendar helpful, you might also like: Employee Wellbeing Calendar 2026, Sustainability and Environmental Awareness Calendar 2026, Future of Work, Productivity & Digital Skills Calendar 2026, and Workplace Safety Awareness Calendar 2026.

If you’re developing your inclusion strategy or looking to engage employees in a more meaningful way, get in touch to see how we can help.

Download your free Diversity and Inclusion Calendar 2026



Guide: How to Successfully Communicate Change

By Sally Pritchett
CEO

Your shortcut to change communications that build trust and make progress stick.

Change is hard. Around 70% of organisational change efforts fail – and poor communication is often one of the biggest cause. Employees are feeling overwhelmed, leaders are struggling to bring everyone on board, and transformation plans are stalling before they even get going.

If you’re looking for practical advice on how to communicate change effectively, this manual is for you.

Why change communications matter

Whether you’re navigating a restructure, embedding new technology, or rolling out a refreshed strategy, communication can make or break your change initiative. Successful change communication:

  • builds clarity and alignment

  • reassures and motivates people

  • keeps culture strong in times of uncertainty

  • drives real, lasting behaviour change

Inside the Big Change Communications Manual

Our free guide shares practical tools and proven techniques to help you lead change with confidence. You’ll discover how to:

  • Create the right environment for change by listening and setting clear goals

  • Use the right language and tone to build trust and reduce anxiety

  • Make complex change clear through storytelling and relatable examples

  • Keep change alive with a steady rhythm of updates and celebrations

  • Protect and evolve your culture so it carries people through uncertainty

Who is it for?

This manual is designed for leaders, HR teams and internal communications professionals who want to engage employees and make change stick. Whether you’re preparing for a major transformation or simply want to strengthen your day-to-day change communications, the insights will help.

Ready to make your next change a success? Download the Big Change Communications Manual and start building belief in your strategy.

Download here: How to successfully communicate change

We’ve created two accessible versions of the manual – light and dark mode – both optimised for screen readers. Choose the one that works best for you. Need help? Get in touch hello@somethingbig.co.uk.

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Change isn’t a Gantt chart – it’s human

By Sally Pritchett
CEO

Rethinking how we lead and communicate through transformation.

Ask a room full of professionals what comes to mind when they hear the word “change” and you’ll get a mix of answers. In a recent Work Wonders webinar, responses ranged from exciting and energising to exhausting and overwhelming. 

We know that change isn’t neat or easy. It’s messy, emotional – and the way we respond to it is deeply human. As talent leader Alistair Antoine said during the session: “Change is not a Gantt chart.” Yet too often, that’s how organisations treat change programmes – as a timeline to manage, rather than a process people go through. 

Change doesn’t work if it’s done to people, not with them

One of the biggest reasons transformation projects stall is because leaders try to enact change on employees, instead of working with them. Whether it’s a restructure, new leadership or a shift in strategy, people need to be part of the process – not just passive recipients of announcements and comms. 

To get real engagement and buy-in, you need to create space for better conversations. That means giving people room to ask questions, share concerns and make sense of what’s changing in a way that feels respectful and supportive. When people feel heard and involved, they’re far more likely to move with the change than against it. 

Trust is built – or lost – during change

The stakes are high. The Times recently reported that 38% of leaders would rather resign than lead another change programme. That speaks to the pressure and fatigue many are feeling – but it also highlights how vital trust and belief are during change. 

People look to leaders for clarity and reassurance – but also for honesty. Communicating with openness, listening without defensiveness, and showing care are powerful signals. And they’re often what separates successful transformations from the ones that fizzle out. 

As coach and change expert Kate Oates reminded us in the session, people need time to process. Change is a transition, not a switch to be flipped. And it’s much harder to lead through that transition if you’re rushing the emotional impact or pretending its business as usual. 

Culture, safety and storytelling all matter

Communication in change can’t just be top-down messages or weekly updates. You need to build psychological safety first by making space for feedback, choosing language that’s honest and human, and shaping stories that people can connect to – stories that make sense of what’s ending and offer a clear picture of what’s next. 

Change might start with a business need, but it’s sustained through your people. That’s why the most effective transformations embed culture, values and communication into every stage – from early conversations to everyday moments. 

Missed the session?

Check out the highlights video below, featuring some of the most powerful takeaways from the discussion with Sally, Alistair and Kate. If you’re thinking about how you communicate change in your organisation – and want to lead with more humanity, not just process – it’s worth a watch. 

Want to be part of the next conversation?

Work Wonders is our growing community for people who care about improving workplace culture, communication and inclusion. If you’d like to join future webinars, access practical tools and connect with others driving meaningful change – join us here. 

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Watch the highlights: Rethinking Change and Communication

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