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In this episode of the Can You Hear Me? podcast, co-hosts Rob Johnson and Eileen Rochford explore how organizations can shift YouTube from a simple video repository into a long-term trust and search engine. Discover actionable strategies for moving beyond glossy promotional ads to build authentic brand credibility and reach high-intent audiences. Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If y...

Featured Guest Company: Janicek Performance Group — https://janicekperformancegroup.com/ Rob Johnson's Book: Overcommunicate: A Guide for Business Executives and Aspiring Leaders — Overcommunicate: A Guide for Business Executives and Aspiring Leaders: Johnson, Rob: 9798901020999: Amazon.com: Books Subscribe to the Newsletter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?en...

When you’re a leader, every interaction shapes how others perceive you. In this episode of the Can You Hear Me? podcast, co-hosts Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson join executive coach Kathryn Janicek to explore how preparation, authentic communication, and body language help leaders build executive presence and connect with key audiences. Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoye...

Spin Sucks, Gini Dietrich's Book: https://spinsucks.com/spin-sucks-book/   Content Chemistry: The Illustrated Handbook for Content Marketing, Andy Crestodina's Book: https://www.orbitmedia.com/content-chemistry/   Overcommunicate: A Guide for Business Executives and Aspiring Leaders, Rob Johnson's Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GWQ9XJNP?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFall...

In a world where building trust and credibility is essential, podcasts give organizations a powerful way to share their expertise, shape industry conversations and build lasting relationships with their audiences. In this episode of the Can You Hear Me? podcast, co-hosts Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson explore why podcasts are a valuable owned media asset for strengthening corporate credibility an...

All the Difference: Six Leadership Actions to Bridge Perspectives, Strengthen Teams, and Create Value, Featured Book: https://store.hbr.org/product/all-the-difference-six-leadership-actions-to-bridge-perspectives-strengthen-teams-and-create-value/10821 Four Hidden Traps of Team Dynamics: https://hbr.org/2026/07/4-hidden-traps-of-team-dynamics Overcommunicate: A Guide for Business Executives and As...

As modern teams grow increasingly diverse, navigating clashing perspectives and hidden landmines is critical for effective leadership. In this episode of the Can You Hear Me? podcast, co-hosts Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson unpack the four hidden traps of team dynamics and share actionable strategies to bridge the divide and strengthen your team. Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If...

Jessica A. Koth is a seasoned public relations leader and trusted voice serving as the director of public relations for the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA). With nearly two decades at NFDA and more than 27 years in the public relations field, she leads the association’s comprehensive communications strategy, championing initiatives that strengthen NFDA’s reputation, support funeral s...

Discover how to align your organization’s leadership and deliver a unified message that truly resonates across the media landscape. In this episode of Can You Hear Me?, hosts Rob Johnson and Eileen Rochford sit down with NFDA PR Director Jessica Koth to unpack the secrets of leveraging a multi-spokesperson strategy for maximum press impact. Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enj...

Empathy in the Workplace, Center for Creative Leadership White Paper: https://www.ccl.org/insights-research/research/?research=empathy-in-the-workplace-a-tool-for-effective-leadership Why Emotional Intelligence Matters More Than Technical Skills In The AI Age, Forbes Article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/aytekintank/2026/06/30/what-are-power-skills-and-how-can-leaders-reinforce-them-in-2026/ How t...

As AI rapidly transforms the workplace, uniquely human qualities are becoming more valuable than ever before. In this episode of the Can You Hear Me? podcast, co-hosts Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson explore why emotional intelligence will ultimately outshine technical skills in our advancing technological landscape. Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show, please co...

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 C...

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...

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 He...

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 subscrib...

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?...

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 of...

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 t...

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 subscr...

Jeffrey M. McCall is a Professor of Communication at DePauw University. He is a public commentator on media and journalistic ethics and standards. He is a contributing op-ed columnist for The Hill .  His columns have also appeared in USA Today, Indianapolis Star, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Chicago Tribune and dozens of other papers.  He makes frequent appearances on radio, television and cable...

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To celebrate five years of Can You Hear Me, co-hosts Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson revisit some of their favorite conversations from the past year — from AI best practices and the future of newsrooms to the power of honesty, transparency, and the wisdom of ignorance. While each episode explores a different topic, they all share one goal: helping leaders become stronger, more effective communicat...

About Kevin Connor: Modern Strategic Branding + Communications - Business owner with his sister Diane since 1999. - We put the lessons of big business brands in the small business communications toolbox. Company works with companies and organizations who aspire to be great. - Professionally branded communications can increase both top and bottom-line revenue for companies that care. This added cre...

On this episode of Can You Hear Me?, co-hosts Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson sit down with brand strategist Kevin Connor to explore what your brand says about you, how brand building is evolving, and what it’s like to run a firm with family. 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. S...