PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC

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PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC

PodCatalyst is the official podcast of the International Association of Business Communicators. Here, communicators from across the world tell their stories. Like, subscribe and follow PodCatalyst on your favorite podcast app. Produced by IABC Headquarters and hosted by IABC Executive Director Peter Finn

  1. OCT 23

    Communicating in a Year of Elections: A Conversation With David Imber

    With 64 countries around the world hosting elections, representing nearly 50% of the global population eligible to vote, many have dubbed 2024 as the year of elections. How do communicators navigate this landscape, especially as things continue to feel more polarized each year? We spoke with David Imber, political communications expert and principal of David Imber Advisory, on what has been one of the hottest topics this year. Tune in as we discuss what communicators can learn from the political sphere (whether or not you think you’re into politics), how to decide when to speak out on topical issues, navigating polarization in the workplace, what makes communicators uniquely poised to tackle this space and more. +++++++++++++++ David Imber is principal of David Imber Advisory, practicing in public affairs, crisis and issues management, advocacy and strategic communications. He is retained by a diverse range of clients, from pension funds to not for profits. This multi-sectoral practice allows him to advise from varying perspectives — including on politics and communicating in conflict — to help his clients achieve their business objectives in a complex geopolitical environment. Imber is immediate past president of IABC Victoria. He is also a director of the Victorian Pride Centre and of the Holmesglen Institute of TAFE (a vocational community college). +++++++++++++++ LINKS Connect With IABC on social media https://twitter.com/iabc https://www.linkedin.com/company/iabc/ https://www.facebook.com/IABCWorld  https://www.youtube.com/user/IABClive https://www.instagram.com/iabcgram/ Visit IABC Online https://www.iabc.com/ https://www.iabc.com/catalyst

    24 min

  2. SEP 24

    Defining the Future of Work With USC Annenberg’s Fred Cook

    In the latest episode of PodCatalyst, Matt Tidwell, member of the IABC International Executive Board, sits down with Fred Cook to discuss findings from “Communicating Culture During a Hybrid Revolution,” a joint report from IABC and the USC Center for Public Relations. Tune in as they discuss how the shift to remote and hybrid work is impacting corporate culture, management employee dynamics, morale and the widening training gap for early career professionals. IABC members can access the report online here: https://www.iabc.com/About/Purpose/Reports +++++++++++++++Fred Cook has worked at Golin for over 30 years, during which he has had the privilege to work with a variety of high-profile CEOs, including Herb Kelleher, Jeff Bezos and Steve Jobs. He has also managed a wide variety of clients, including Nintendo, Toyota and Disney. In 2014, Cook published "Improvise: Unconventional Career Advice from an Unlikely CEO", which shares the wisdom he gained as a cabin boy on a Norwegian tanker, doorman at a 5-star hotel and chauffeur for drunks. In 2015, after speaking on college campuses around the world, Fred accepted an additional position with the University of Southern California as the director of the USC Center for Public Relations at USC Annenberg, whose mission is to shape the future of public relations and those who will lead it — through research, education and thought leadership. Matt Tidwell, Ph.D., is assistant dean for graduate and professional studies at the William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications. He is also a faculty lecturer and the program director for the Integrated Marketing Communications graduate degree program at the KU Edwards Campus. Tidwell is an experienced marketing communications professional with more than 25 years of industry experience working in healthcare, energy and technology companies. In 2018, Tidwell received the Arthur Lowell “Communicator of the Year” award from the Kansas City Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC).  +++++++++++++++ LINKS Access the Report https://www.iabc.com/About/Purpose/Reports Connect With IABC on social media https://twitter.com/iabc https://www.linkedin.com/company/iabc/ https://www.facebook.com/IABCWorld  https://www.youtube.com/user/IABClive https://www.instagram.com/iabcgram/ Visit IABC Online https://www.iabc.com/ https://catalyst.iabc.com/

    19 min

  3. AUG 28

    In Under 10: Getting the C-Suite’s Take on Comms

    In the latest episode of PodCatalyst, we sit down with Joe Spratt, expert, strategic communications and change, at McKinsey & Company. Tune in as we dig into the future of comms through the lens of the C-suite, based on a series of in-depth conversations, interviews, and survey results that McKinsey & Company conducted. Joe walks us through key findings of the report, where the value of the communicator really shines, an outlook on what’s needed for upskilling and where the profession is going next. Joe Spratt is an expert in McKinsey & Company’s Chicago Office. He is a leading member of the Strategic and Change Communications practice, working with clients to drive greater communications performance and impact in times of change. Spratt leads the practice’s work on comms function assessment and operating model design. He is dedicated to bringing out the best in people in client organizations. His expertise centers on organizational communications and change. Spratt counsels chief communications officers and other C-suite executives on strategic communications, as well as how to strengthen, streamline or reimagine the communications function. LINKS Mentioned in the Episode https://www.iabc.com/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=9llK8q-SR2A%3d&portalid=0 Connect With Joe on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephspratt/ Connect With IABC on social media https://twitter.com/iabc https://www.linkedin.com/company/iabc/ https://www.facebook.com/IABCWorld  https://www.youtube.com/user/IABClive https://www.instagram.com/iabcgram/ Visit IABC Online https://www.iabc.com/ https://catalyst.iabc.com/

    14 min

  4. JUL 25

    Overheard at World Conference

    Earlier this summer, IABC hosted communicators from all over at its annual World Conference, held this year in Chicago. In this special edition of PodCatalyst, we catch up with attendees between sessions to get their aha moments. From insights around how they’re are thinking about AI, to better practices for accessibility, rethinking hiring practices with cognitive biases in mind, training the next generation of comms pros and more, consider this episode a peek into the minds of your IABC peers. Special thanks to Edgewood College for sponsoring this episode. Visit online.edgewood.edu to learn about their innovative Business Communication and Leadership online master’s program. LINKS 16 Things We Learned at IABC World Conference 2024 Connect With IABC on social media https://twitter.com/iabc https://www.linkedin.com/company/iabc/ https://www.facebook.com/IABCWorld  https://www.youtube.com/user/IABClive https://www.instagram.com/iabcgram/ Visit IABC Online https://www.iabc.com/ https://catalyst.iabc.com/

    31 min

  5. JUL 2

    In Under 10: Deciphering Misinformation With Candace Denison

    In the latest episode of PodCatalyst, we sit down with Candace Denison, communications and engagement manager at Rocky View County, to discuss misinformation and the role of the communicator. As we navigate the Wild West era of AI, allowing misinformation to spread easier than before, how can communicators come armed with facts? What tactics and strategies must be used, and in what instances does a wider network of experts need to be tapped into? Tune in to this edition of In Under 10 to get Candace’s take — and a little good news — on how we can approach this complex topic. Candace Denison's two-decade legacy in communications champions innovation, adaptability, and leadership. As she advances her Masters of Arts in Leadership, her thesis, "Strategies for Leaders to Counteract Misinformation," promises to be a cornerstone for contemporary managers. Denison’s dedication to the PR industry's evolution makes her a torchbearer in navigating the complexities of misinformation. Through her expertise, she facilitates genuine, trust-based connections in the ever-evolving communication landscape. LINKS Connect With IABC on social media https://twitter.com/iabc https://www.linkedin.com/company/iabc/ https://www.facebook.com/IABCWorld  https://www.youtube.com/user/IABClive https://www.instagram.com/iabcgram/ Visit IABC Online https://www.iabc.com/ https://catalyst.iabc.com/

    9 min

  6. JUN 13

    Leaning in to Neurodiversity and Flexibility With Becca Chambers

    In the latest episode of PodCatalyst, we sit down with Becca Chambers, chief communications officer at ControlUp. Her journey to the C-suite began with a role in sports PR and from there took a few twists and turns, including grad school and landing on her love of all things branding and communication. Today, she remains a staunch advocate for communicators in the C-suite, advocating for a clear designation of the role that complements — not competes with — marketing and PR. In her 20s, Becca learned she was neurodivergent. After time and research, she learned how to embrace the ways her mind worked and used it to her advantage. During this conversation, we learn more about addressing neurodivergence in the workplace and where the role of the communicator overlaps. Becca has also built her personal brand on LinkedIn successfully the last few years, and shares her take on how to make the most of the professional platform. Tune in for this episode that will help you think differently about the way you approach professional development, embracing diversity in the workplace and personal branding. LINKS Connect With Becca on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/beccapchambers/ Connect With IABC on social media https://twitter.com/iabc https://www.linkedin.com/company/iabc/ https://www.facebook.com/IABCWorld  https://www.youtube.com/user/IABClive https://www.instagram.com/iabcgram/   Visit IABC Online https://www.iabc.com/ https://catalyst.iabc.com/ https://wc.iabc.com/

    38 min

  7. MAY 29

    In Under 10: What Does Taylor Swift Have to Do With Your Comms Strategy?

    In the latest installment of In Under 10, we talk to Emily Caister about what communicators can learn from Taylor Swift’s marketing mastery. Whether you consider yourself a Swiftie or not, there’s something for everyone to learn.  Tune in as we discuss the pop star’s approach to branding, as well as how dialing into pop culture more broadly can help communicators tap in to the human element of their work. Emily Caister will present at this year’s World Conference, 23-26 June in Chicago. Learn more about her session online here. LINKS Connect With IABC on social media https://twitter.com/iabc https://www.linkedin.com/company/iabc/ https://www.facebook.com/IABCWorld  https://www.youtube.com/user/IABClive https://www.instagram.com/iabcgram/   Visit IABC Online https://www.iabc.com/ https://catalyst.iabc.com/ https://wc.iabc.com/

    9 min

  8. MAY 8

    Listening Leads to Understanding, a Prize Worth Fighting For: A Conversation With Julian Treasure

    “Everybody wants to be heard, but not many people are interested in listening,” Julian Treasure, expert in sound and listening, says in the latest episode of PodCatalyst. So when was the last time you listened to the world around you? Is a lack of listening harming your business or, worse, your well-being?     Tune in as Julian shares how listening has become a lost skill and the ways we can practice it to improve relationships, increase customer/client satisfaction and ultimately help navigate an increasingly polarized world. At the end of the day, Julian believes better listening leads to understanding — and that is a prize worth fighting for. Julian will be a spotlight speaker at this year’s World Conference, 23-26 June in Chicago. Learn more about his session online here. LINKS Connect With IABC on social media https://twitter.com/iabc https://www.linkedin.com/company/iabc/ https://www.facebook.com/IABCWorld  https://www.youtube.com/user/IABClive https://www.instagram.com/iabcgram/   Visit IABC Online https://www.iabc.com/ https://catalyst.iabc.com/ https://wc.iabc.com/

    28 min
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