Why is it that leaders still flinch when they hear the word “storytelling”? And why do comms teams so often find themselves fighting to prove it isn’t just fluff? In this episode of Dear Comms…, we sit down with Rachael Warner — comms ...

Why does it always feel that comms and legal are at loggerheads when we’re meant to be protecting the same business? In this candid chat with Julian Hilton-Johnson (who's both an ex-lawyer and an ex-global comms lead), we unpack the tension. Le...

You’ve spent years leading communications. You know how to shape a message, manage a crisis, coach leaders,  bring clarity where there’s chaos. But what if all that experience was just the beginning — and your next chapter looked nothing l...

When you think politician, you don't often think "honesty, transparency, straight answers"... but that doesn't mean that there's nothing to learn from our political friends. In this episode, we’re joined by Daisy Powell-Chandler, po...

Some people excel at making choices. Others freeze. Or, worse, overthink their decision to death. In the world of comms, too often we're stuck in an endless feedback loop with no one willing to actually give the ok. But it doesn't have to be th...

Now that you've got that Cliff Richard classic in your brain...The TL;DL (too long; didn't listen) is that we're taking some holiday time. But this short announcement also contains some tantalizing teasers as to some upcoming episod...

Working for a company with a difficult reputation (or thinking about it)? You’re not alone. In this episode, Imogen and Amanda dig into the reality of saying yes to jobs in industries like pharma, tobacco, military, or alcohol. They...

Giving feedback might give you the ick, but it’s part and parcel of a leadership role. In this episode of Dear Comms, Amanda and Imogen dig into the art of giving feedback that’s honest and helpful. From clumsy delivery to ...

 You asked for feedback but you’re not sure why you bothered? We hear you. In this episode of Dear Comms, Amanda and Imogen explore what to do when feedback is bad, blurry, or simply not there. We talk about how to sta...

Whisper it... there's going to be a restructure. Leaders are already talking about "cost-efficiency" and "synergies". And the role of comms? Make it all make sense without sending employees into an existential crisis spiral. In this...

Leading a global comms team sounds exciting... until it all goes wrong. What works in Frankfurt might fall flat in Tokoyo. Expectations from your team in Cape Town could be drastically different from your colleagues in Mexico. So how do you bri...

Burnout in your comms team? Not on our watch! In this episode, we break down (or should that be breakdown?) how to put an end to burnout before it takes over your team. We look at everything from identifying burnout to providing the right cultu...

Now with sound! The podcast gremlins ate half the audio on the original upload of this episode. We've had a word. Voila! A full episode for you (with both parts of the dialogue!) Onboarding a new CEO? In this episode, we dive into the k...

Is it time to take the leap? In this episode, Imogen and Amanda discuss when it might be time to make a career change. From burnout to disconnect, they’ll look at how you’ll know to start looking for your next challenge. Tune in for practical a...

Stepping into a leadership role in communications (or, frankly, any leadership role)? In this episode, we outline a roadmap for your first 100 days. From understanding your team to aligning with leadership. We’ll break down the step...

A journalist is coming. People are panicking.In this slightly longer-than-normal episode of Dear Comms…, Amanda is grilled by Imogen on how to survive a media visit without losing your cool (or your CEO). We cover the must-haves...

Leadership wants updates, but do they really listen? In this episode, we explore how to give leaders the information they need – without the blank stares. We break down how to keep leadership engaged, help them understand the impact yo...

Delegation is essential, but what if your team isn't ready? In this episode, we explore strategies to delegate effectively when your team lacks experience. Learn how to assess strengths, communicate expectations, and provide support to balance ...

Navigating a change maze? In this episode of Dear Comms…, we look at how you strike the balance between informed and overwhelmed. We explore the what’s in it for me, striking out jargon, and listening to your employees. John P Kotte...

Caught between a rock and a hard place? Leadership refusing to take off their rose-tinted glasses? Today we look at how to be realistic while remaining optimistic. Here’s the GM / Toyota analysis mentioned in today’s podcast:

Is your CEO a self-proclaimed comms genius? Maybe. But probably not. In this episode, we look at how best to manage up and speak truth to power. 

May the odds be ever in your favour! Drowning in newsletters? Not if you follow our quick tips. We’ll look at how you can tackle information overload, streamline your comms, and make sure the important bits get through.  

 Feel like you’re on an episode of 911, stuck in a cycle of never-ending fires? This week, we talk about the need to put aside time for thinking. From your calendar to saying no, we share some actionable tips to move from reactive to proac...

Comms. It’s just poster after email after powerpoint presentation, right? No. In this episode of Dear Comms…, we dive into how to help leadership see the value and effort behind comms. We’ll look at how we can move the perception of comms from ...

 Feel like you’re always the last to know? In this episode of Dear Comms…, we consider how comms can secure a seat at the table before the chaos commences. Tune in for practical ways to make comms an essential part of crisis planning – a t...