Can You Hear Me?

For clients of marketing and strategy firms, getting earned media is one of their loftiest goals. It’s also one of the hardest things to earn. What are some of the latest things to consider when pitching the media on your client, and what are some of the mistakes you need to avoid? Join “Can You Hear Me?” co-hosts Rob Johnson as they detail “How to Win at Media Pitching in 2023.”     Thank you for...

When you want to create another level of marketing, using internal talent to spread your message, how do you do it? In the case of Powering Chicago, it was about creating a unique YouTube show that engages a niche audience. In this episode of “Can You Hear Me?”, co-hosts Rob Johnson and Eileen Rochford interview Elbert Walters III, the Executive Director of Powering Chicago, who will talk about wh...

Additional Reading Resources:  The New York Times: Surgeon General Warns That Social Media May Harm Children and Adolescents - link   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-...

CEO Communications has never been more important. After weathering the business changes that came with the pandemic, CEOs are now facing down the threat of a recession and the challenges that come with that. With those realities at the forefront, being an effective and frequent communicator is a necessity for business leaders. In this episode of “Can You Hear Me?”, Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson...

Two years ago, “Can You Hear Me?” was created to discuss best practices for business communication and some hot-button issues for C-Suite leaders. In this episode, co-hosts Rob Johnson and Eileen Rochford look back at some of their favorite year two episodes and look forward to year three. Episodes from Year 2: #25- Client Communications #26- Roe v Wade v Corporate Activism #27- The Next Generatio...

Artificial Intelligence Chatbots are evolving before our eyes. Are they your solution to content creation, or should you be wary of them? Join “Can You Hear Me?” co-host Rob Johnson as he interviews three women that know. The Harbinger Group marketing professionals Kellie Kennedy, Emily Evans, and Karol Skoczen will talk about what they’ve found after putting these AI Chatbots to the test.   Recom...

Artificial Intelligence or AI is nothing new. However, the way it is used to write, create, and communicate is evolving before our very eyes. Chatbots are the buzzword for writers and content producers everywhere. Is it just a passing fad, or will it quickly become the centerpiece of how business gets done in marketing? Join “Can You Hear Me?” podcast co-hosts Rob Johnson and Eileen Rochford as th...

Where to find our special guest: Harlan Loeb LinkedIn 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!  

When it comes to getting your message out, earned media is seen as the ultimate accomplishment. However, when your company earns that media, it is only getting to tell part of the story, not the unfiltered, glowing story you would prefer. With so much at stake with media outlets, are those entrusted to speak for the company ready for prime time? As we continue our series of “Can You Hear Me?” podc...

For Executive Leadership Teams everywhere, making sure company leaders talk about their organization in a uniform, cohesive manner is paramount. But as a leader, do you have the foundational pieces in place to allow this to happen? We are starting a series of podcasts on “Can You Hear Me?” focused on core communications elements that are in need of a refresh in 2023. In Part 1, co-hosts Rob Johnso...

Recommended Reads and Buys New Year's Resolutions Statistics - Forbes: LINK Success and Inspiration Jar  - Smiles by Julie: LINK Success and Inspiration Jar - Only Good Vibes: LINK Positive Thinking Jar - Only Good Vibes: LINK DEEP CLEARING: Balance Your Emotions, Let Go Of Inner & Outer Negativity, Shift To Higher Consciousness: A Radical Inner Process - John Ruskan: LINK The Comfort of Joy Colle...

Resources Harvard Business Review - How to Become a Better Listener The New York Times - How to Be a Better Listener 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...

Recommended Reads Forbes: 5 Ways To Show Gratitude At Work Harvard Business Review: Giving Thanks at Work: An HBR Guide  Harvard Health Publishing: Giving thanks can make you happier Wex: 5 benefits of gratitude in the workplace (and how to show it!) American Psychological Association: APA Survey Finds Feeling Valued at Work Linked to Well-Being and Performance         Thank you for listening to "...

Recommended Resources! SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN - TRUTH vs LIES BOOK: White Women: Everything You Already Know About Your Own Racism and How to Do Better - Regina Jackson and Saira Rao Semicolon Bookstore & Gallery - Click here to purchase the book! Race2Dinner: https://www.race2dinner.com/ FREE Critical Thinking Cheatsheet Multipack COURSE: Unconscious Bias: From Awareness to Action LINKEDIN COURSE: U...

Shay Lovett, Recruiting Consultant Insperity  Recruiting Services Shay is currently a recruiting consultant with Insperity, a PEO (professional employer organization) that provides human resource and administrative services to small- and medium-sized business. She has 25 years of human resources experience with a primary focus on talent acquisition and recruiting. In her current role, she works di...

Recommended Reads/Resources Layoffs Latest: Companies Making Cuts: https://www.linkedin.com/news/story/layoffs-latest-companies-making-cuts-6016986/ Tech Layoffs in 2022: The U.S. Companies That Have Cut Jobs: https://news.crunchbase.com/startups/tech-layoffs-2022/ Companies that Announced Major Layoffs and Hiring Freezes: https://intellizence.com/insights/layoff-downsizing/major-companies-that-an...

Reading Resource Wall Street Journal: What the #@$%! Happened to Our Manners at Work? - Callum Borchers 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!...

Recommended Reads The Wall Street Journal (Opinion) - The Lonely Office is Bad for America   New York Times - A Full Return to the Office? Does ‘Never’ Work for You   Build Remote - Every Fortune 100’s Return To Office Policy Vox - Why the return to the office isn’t working Fortune - A huge number of employees are rebelling against in-office mandates. The battle is just beginning The Atlantic - Ho...

Best Practice Advice Research the company and apply this information within your conversations and interactions with team members.  Present yourself strongly in your cover letter by reflecting your research about the company and how you align well with the culture. Interact with the company's social posts, blogs, and members of the team. Be professional in your attire and space (especially if you...

Special Guest: Kraig Kann Kann Advisory Group: https://kannadvisory.com/ Kraig Kann - "Can You Get Our Attention?" : https://www.amazon.com/Can-You-Get-Our-Attention/dp/1951556518#:~:text=With%20%E2%80%9CCan%20You%20Get%20Our,he%20has%20gained%20through%20the Twitter ( Kann Advisory ): https://twitter.com/kannadvisory Twitter ( personal ): https://twitter.com/KraigKann LinkedIn : https://www.linke...

Special Intern Guests: Check out the future talent and their work! Connect with them! Avery Resendiz LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avery-resendiz-882a01221/ Portfolio: https://www.averyresendizportfolio.com/ - Karolina (Karol) Skoczen LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karolina-skoczen-897a631a7/ Instagram for Art: https://www.instagram.com/atalieey/ Karol's Band, DIVISOR: https://linkt...

Some articles to check out! Chicago Letter Writing Campaign: https://www.chicagotribune.com/business/ct-biz-chicago-letter-ceo-abortion-rights-business-pitch-20220628-4iverzblsbh35mj7ylrdmskl2q-story.html?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Breaking%3A%20News%20%2B%20Business&utm_content=5031656377307 Staff Travel Expenses: https://www.bbc.com/news/business-61941591 Abortion Ruling...

Special Guest: Megan Robinson Megan Robinson is the principal at E Leader Experience and works with individuals and teams to develop self-leadership skills that grow companies. She started her career in marketing climbing her way through the corporate ladder at advertising agencies and fortune 500 companies. Like many of us, she caught the entrepreneur bug and started her own marketing company. Af...

Catch up on our mentioned episodes:  Trust in the Age of the Pandemic: How 2020 Changed Communications Forever When Facts Are Optional, Trust Takes a Nosedive The New Female Workforce: What do they want? Is Your CEO Brand Me or We? Elevating Others and Leading with Heart How Leaders can End the Overwhelm Hangover Realities of Cyber Security What’s Fueling This Cycle of Distrust The Future of Journ...

Special Guest: Howard Karesh Howard N. Karesh joined medical technology leader Hill-Rom Holdings, Inc. (Hillrom), in July 2015, and leads the company’s Corporate and Graphic Communications function on a global basis. He is a member of the company’s Senior Leadership Team and Pandemic Steering Committee. Howard’s internal and external communication responsibilities include CEO, M&A and pandemic com...