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  1. FEB 15

    S7E5: Storytelling - our top 10 tips

    For the final episode of our storytelling series, we’re pulling everything together into ten practical, no-nonsense tips you can use straight away. Whether you’re trying to spark action, shift behaviour, calm nerves, or get leaders on board, these are the essentials every communicator needs. We’ll even give you tips on how to sell storytelling into even the most sceptical leader.  Imogen Hitchcock and Amanda Pierce have a clear purpose: creating communications (and communicators) that spark action, drive growth, and build lasting influence. Between them, there’s not a question or crisis they haven’t faced. From the everyday “could you just…” to high-stakes challenges, they’re here to share their insights and help you thrive. They'd love your stars, favourites, and follows. Please, give them the social validation they crave ;)

    12 min

  2. FEB 8

    S7E4: Storytelling - where to find stories

    Think your organisation is story-free? Think again! In this episode, we’ll show you where you can find stories and how you can connect them to action. We’ll look at Steve Denning’s eight narrative patterns and look at why your stories aren’t working the way you want.  By the end of this episode, you’ll know where to look for stories and how to choose one that’ll actually work.  If you'd like a copy of Steve Denning's narrative patterns, get in touch with imogen@talktobeaumont.com and we'll send them through. Imogen Hitchcock and Amanda Pierce have a clear purpose: creating communications (and communicators) that spark action, drive growth, and build lasting influence. Between them, there’s not a question or crisis they haven’t faced. From the everyday “could you just…” to high-stakes challenges, they’re here to share their insights and help you thrive. They'd love your stars, favourites, and follows. Please, give them the social validation they crave ;)

    16 min

  3. FEB 1

    S7E3: Storytelling - the key elements of a story

    You’ve done your prep. You’ve survived the science. Now it’s time to actually build a story. Hoorah!  In this episode, we break down the six key ingredients every story needs — from characters and conflict to that all-important “secret weapon.” We’ll show you how to use a simple narrative arc that works for any corporate message (yes, even launching a new data management system). An episode which includes lions, Jiminy Cricket, and Gandalf. If you'd like the full storytelling structure, get in touch with imogen@talktobeaumont.com and we'll send it your way. Imogen Hitchcock and Amanda Pierce have a clear purpose: creating communications (and communicators) that spark action, drive growth, and build lasting influence. Between them, there’s not a question or crisis they haven’t faced. From the everyday “could you just…” to high-stakes challenges, they’re here to share their insights and help you thrive. They'd love your stars, favourites, and follows. Please, give them the social validation they crave ;)

    17 min

  4. JAN 25

    S7E2: Storytelling - why stories work

    In the second episode of our storytelling series, we’re still not letting you write anything. Nope, we’re heading into your brain first.  In this episode, we unpack the science behind why storytelling works — and why facts alone won’t make people care. From cavemen to cortisol, dopamine to data, we explore how stories light up your brain and why numbers need meaning. Motto of the episode: “you can’t bore people into caring.” Imogen Hitchcock and Amanda Pierce have a clear purpose: creating communications (and communicators) that spark action, drive growth, and build lasting influence. Between them, there’s not a question or crisis they haven’t faced. From the everyday “could you just…” to high-stakes challenges, they’re here to share their insights and help you thrive. They'd love your stars, favourites, and follows. Please, give them the social validation they crave ;)

    11 min

  5. JAN 18

    S7E1: Storytelling - where to start

    Everyone loves to say “we need a story.” Fewer people stop to ask why. In this first episode of our five-part storytelling series, we take a step back from the shiny stuff — the metaphors, the structure, the hero’s journey — and talk about the prep that actually makes stories work. We’ll unpack why audience and objective are your storytelling anchors, why content pillars are your secret weapon, and how to make sure your stories don’t just sound good, but do good. Expect cake metaphors, gentle myth-busting, and a few home truths about what most corporate storytelling gets wrong. Imogen Hitchcock and Amanda Pierce have a clear purpose: creating communications (and communicators) that spark action, drive growth, and build lasting influence. Between them, there’s not a question or crisis they haven’t faced. From the everyday “could you just…” to high-stakes challenges, they’re here to share their insights and help you thrive. They'd love your stars, favourites, and follows. Please, give them the social validation they crave ;)

    9 min

  6. 12/07/2025

    Bonus episode: turning policy into real influence

    Government affairs is something that used to be done behind closed doors (or over long lunches). Not anymore. In this special bonus episode, we're joined by Katarina Wallin Bureau - General Manager of Strategic Relations at Microsoft - to unpack how government affairs, communications, purpose, and influence now sit firmly on top of each other. Katarina shares what effective policy engagement  looks like, why purpose only matters if it shapes  decisions, and the courage it takes to challenge leaders when their actions don’t match their narrative. Connect with Katarina on Linkedin here Imogen Hitchcock and Amanda Pierce have a clear purpose: creating communications (and communicators) that spark action, drive growth, and build lasting influence. Between them, there’s not a question or crisis they haven’t faced. From the everyday “could you just…” to high-stakes challenges, they’re here to share their insights and help you thrive. They'd love your stars, favourites, and follows. Please, give them the social validation they crave ;)

    20 min

  7. 11/23/2025

    S6E5: The ten golden rules of crisis communications

    If you’ve ever wished for a crisis handbook you could keep in your top drawer - this is probably as close as it gets. In the final episode of our Crisis Series, we bring everything together into ten practical rules to help you lead, communicate, and stay sane when things go very wrong. Whether you’ve been with us since the first episode or you’ve skipped straight to the cheat-sheet, this conversation is your crisis kit bag in 15 minutes. Imogen Hitchcock and Amanda Pierce have a clear purpose: creating communications (and communicators) that spark action, drive growth, and build lasting influence. Between them, there’s not a question or crisis they haven’t faced. From the everyday “could you just…” to high-stakes challenges, they’re here to share their insights and help you thrive. They'd love your stars, favourites, and follows. Please, give them the social validation they crave ;)

    14 min

  8. 11/16/2025

    S6E4: Crisis management - after the dust settles

    The headlines have faded, but the real work’s only just beginning. In this episode, Imogen and Amanda look at what happens once the immediate crisis has passed - and how to rebuild trust for the long term. They share their three Rs framework - review, rebuild, reassure - and unpack what meaningful recovery looks like in practice: visible leadership, clear communication, and consistent follow-up. With lessons from Volkswagen’s slow road back and a few honest reflections on what companies often skip, this conversation is about turning recovery into resilience. Imogen Hitchcock and Amanda Pierce have a clear purpose: creating communications (and communicators) that spark action, drive growth, and build lasting influence. Between them, there’s not a question or crisis they haven’t faced. From the everyday “could you just…” to high-stakes challenges, they’re here to share their insights and help you thrive. They'd love your stars, favourites, and follows. Please, give them the social validation they crave ;)

    14 min
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  • Creator
    Beaumont Communications
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    37
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    Explicit
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    © 2026 Beaumont Communications
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