Can You Hear Me?

Rob Johnson and Eileen Rochford
  • 5.0 (12)
  • Marketing
  • Updated Biweekly

A bi-weekly podcast for leaders who want to get serious about using effective communications to advance their organizations. Don’t miss communications pros Rob Johnson, veteran broadcast news anchor and current President of Rob Johnson Communications, and Eileen Rochford, CEO of the strategic communications firm The Harbinger Group, discussing issues of the day and the communications implications they present for businesses and organizations. Goodpods Ranking: #3 in the Top 100 Public Relations Podcasts of All Time #5in Top 100 Digital Marketing Podcasts of All Time #7 in the Top 100 Branding Podcasts of All Time

  1. Aug 19

    Trust and Alignment During an Exit

    James is an entrepreneur and commercial leader with over 20 years of experience building and scaling businesses. He has founded companies from the ground up, helped grow private equity-backed businesses, and now leads the growth of a media and communications group through mergers and acquisitions. He also co-owns a podcast production business and a creative communications agency. Inflectiv Group Connect with James: james@inflectivegroup.com. Subscribe to our newsletter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7373364855967461376 Check out our website: https://canyouhearmepod.beam.ly Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show, please consider subscribing and leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Stay connected with us: Follow us on LinkedIn!Follow our co-host Eileen Rochford on Linkedin!Follow our co-host Rob Johnson on Linkedin!

    Trust and Alignment During an Exit

  2. Aug 5

    Authenticity Fatigue: When “Being Real” Became a Trend – exploring how brands and leaders can maintain genuine voice amid buzzwords

    Dr. Debbie Qaqish is a pioneering marketing strategist, leadership expert, and the creator of The Growth Factor MethodTM , a leadership approach that blends the science of positive psychology with decades of real-world marketing experience. Her work addresses a critical but often overlooked challenge: modern marketing operates under relentless pressure, yet most organizations have never redesigned how people think, decide, and lead in that environment. Known as the OG of Revenue MarketingTM, a term and concept she created in 2011, Debbie redefined marketing’s role from a support function to a measurable driver of business growth. Over more than 35 years, she has worked directly with CMOs and B2B marketing teams to align strategy with revenue and growth outcomes. A Certified Positive Psychology Practitioner, Debbie applies evidence-based insights to help marketers and leaders move out of survival mode, improve decision-making under pressure, and lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Her work equips professionals not just to perform, but to thrive amid constant change. Debbie is a dynamic keynote speaker, award-winning author of Rise of the Revenue Marketer and From Backroom to Boardroom, and a respected thought leader featured in Forbes, MarTech Today, and other top publications. She has taught Revenue Marketing to MBA students at The College of William & Mary for over a decade, continuing her mission to elevate both marketing performance and leadership effectiveness. She is also the host of the popular weekly LinkedIn Live show Revenue Marketing Raw which showcases her no-nonsense unfiltered takes on marketing teams. Dr. Debbie's Website: https://www.growthfactor.us/ Dr. Debbie's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debbieqaqish/ Subscribe to our newsletter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7373364855967461376 Check out our website: https://canyouhearmepod.beam.ly Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show, please consider subscribing and leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Stay connected with us: Follow us on LinkedIn!Follow our co-host Eileen Rochford on Linkedin!Follow our co-host Rob Johnson on Linkedin!

    Authenticity Fatigue: When “Being Real” Became a Trend – exploring how brands and leaders can maintain genuine voice amid buzzwords

  3. Jul 22

    Why PR Must Own AI Visibility

    Resources: https://www.forbes.com/sites/cmo/2026/06/03/gaining-visibility-in-the-ai-search-era/ https://www.prweek.com/article/1960195/reputation-age-ai-why-pr-own-ai-visibility Subscribe to our newsletter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7373364855967461376 Check out our website: https://canyouhearmepod.beam.ly Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show, please consider subscribing and leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Stay connected with us: Follow us on LinkedIn!Follow our co-host Eileen Rochford on Linkedin!Follow our co-host Rob Johnson on Linkedin!

    Why PR Must Own AI Visibility

  4. Jul 21

    Trailer: Why PR Must Own AI Visibility

    How do you shape your brand's reputation when AI becomes the new front door to your business? In this episode of Can You Hear Me?, co-hosts Rob Johnson and Eileen Rochford explore why PR professionals must take the lead in managing AI visibility and what it means for the future of brand communications. Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show, please consider subscribing and leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Stay connected with us: - Follow us on LinkedIn! - Follow our co-host Eileen Rochford on Linkedin! - Follow our co-host Rob Johnson on Linkedin!

    Trailer: Why PR Must Own AI Visibility

  5. Jul 8

    Humility as a Superpower-Why Vulnerability is More Important Than Authority

    https://hbr.org/tip/2025/02/the-power-of-humble-leadership https://www.forbes.com/sites/martingutmann/2025/02/03/why-humble-leadership-is-a-superpower-now-more-than-ever/ Subscribe to our newsletter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7373364855967461376 Check out our website: https://canyouhearmepod.beam.ly/ Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show, please consider subscribing and leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Stay connected with us: Follow us on LinkedIn!Follow our co-host Eileen Rochford on Linkedin!Follow our co-host Rob Johnson on Linkedin!

    Humility as a Superpower-Why Vulnerability is More Important Than Authority

  6. Jun 24

    Global Communications Report

    Full report: https://annenberg.usc.edu/research/center-public-relations/global-communication-report The 2026 Global Communication Report, “A Quiet Shift”, from the USC Annenberg Center for Public Relations examines how political and social polarization is reshaping the communications profession. Based on surveys of public relations professionals, interviews with Fortune 500 chief communications officers, and comparisons with U.S. public opinion, the report explores how organizations are navigating communication in an increasingly divided environment. The findings suggest that polarization has become a permanent feature of today’s communication landscape rather than a temporary phase. As a result, companies are reassessing when and how they engage on controversial issues. While corporate purpose remains important, many organizations are shifting toward a more situational approach to corporate speech, carefully weighing the risks and benefits of public engagement. Despite the broader challenges associated with polarization, the research shows that it has elevated the strategic importance of the communications function within organizations. When public discourse is highly contested, communicators play a critical role in providing context, managing reputational risk and helping leaders make thoughtful decisions about when to speak and when to stay silent. The Global Communication Report is produced annually by the USC Center for Public Relations, in conjunction this year with Meltwater and IABC, and support from the following organizations: Arthur W. Page Society, Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management, ICCO, Institute for Public Relations, Italian Federation of Public Relations, PRCA, PR Council, PRSA, and Worldcom Public Relations Group. Our report is designed to provide insight into the evolution of the global communication industry. For print copies of this year’s edition for classroom and organization use, please contact the center at usccpr@usc.edu. Subscribe to our newsletter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7373364855967461376 Check out our website: https://canyouhearmepod.beam.ly/ Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show, please consider subscribing and leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Stay connected with us: Follow us on LinkedIn!Follow our co-host Eileen Rochford on Linkedin!Follow our co-host Rob Johnson on Linkedin!

    Global Communications Report

  7. Jun 10

    Overcommunicate: Meeting Them Where They Are

    How to Become a Reiki Master: https://www.reiki.org/articles/becoming-reiki-master Overcommunicate: https://www.amazon.com/Overcommunicate-Business-Executives-Aspiring-Leaders/dp/B0GWQ9XJNP Subscribe to our newsletter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7373364855967461376 Check out our website: https://canyouhearmepod.beam.ly/ Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show, please consider subscribing and leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Stay connected with us: Follow us on LinkedIn!Follow our co-host Eileen Rochford on Linkedin!Follow our co-host Rob Johnson on Linkedin!

    Overcommunicate: Meeting Them Where They Are

  8. Jun 9

    Trailer: Overcommunicate: Meeting Them Where They Are

    A leadership style that works for one employee may completely miss the mark for another. In this episode of Can You Hear Me?, co-hosts Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson explore why adaptive leadership matters — and how meeting people where they are can strengthen communication, trust, and team performance. Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show, please consider subscribing and leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Stay connected with us: - Follow us on LinkedIn! - Follow our co-host Eileen Rochford on Linkedin! - Follow our co-host Rob Johnson on Linkedin!

    Trailer: Overcommunicate: Meeting Them Where They Are
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A bi-weekly podcast for leaders who want to get serious about using effective communications to advance their organizations. Don’t miss communications pros Rob Johnson, veteran broadcast news anchor and current President of Rob Johnson Communications, and Eileen Rochford, CEO of the strategic communications firm The Harbinger Group, discussing issues of the day and the communications implications they present for businesses and organizations. Goodpods Ranking: #3 in the Top 100 Public Relations Podcasts of All Time #5in Top 100 Digital Marketing Podcasts of All Time #7 in the Top 100 Branding Podcasts of All Time

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  • Creator
    Rob Johnson and Eileen Rochford
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    176
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2021-2024 Can You Hear Me Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson
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