ClarityMatters

Public relations is generating noise at a scale it's never had to before, and that pressure is exactly where the profession risks losing its way. As the volume of content rises, the quality that actually builds trust often gets left behind. In this episode of ClarityMatters, Louise Everett is joined by Duncan Forrester, Managing Director of Forrester PR, for a conversation about how the industry i...

Most communications teams have more data than they know what to do with. Yet nearly half of Chief Communications Officers say they still struggle to demonstrate the value of their function. The problem, according to data storytelling expert Sam Knowles, starts much earlier than most teams realise. Ahead of any kind of data analysis companies must be asking themselves: what is the key business ques...

Who really controls the narrative now? And what does that mean for corporate affairs leaders?   In this episode of ClarityMatter s , host Louise Everett catches up with Jeannie Houchins, Head of Corporate Communications and Public Affairs at Bonduelle Group Americas. Together, they explore how the role of corporate affairs is evolving in a world where organisations no longer have sole control over...

What really makes client-agency partnerships thrive? And why do so many fall short? In this episode of ClarityMatters, host Louise Everett is joined by Keir Mather, Founder of Neon Bridge, who sits at the heart of client-agency ecosystems. Together, they dive into the dynamics that define successful client-agency relationships, and the hidden factors that often prevent them from delivering their f...

Internal communication is at a crossroads. Organisations increasingly expect IC to drive strategy, shape behaviour and manage risk - yet many teams remain stuck in reactive, delivery-led roles.   In this episode of ClarityMatters, host Louise Everett is joined by Jennifer Sproul, Chief Executive of the Institute of Internal Communication and co-host of The Future of Internal Communication podcast....

Is doubt holding you back - or taking you forward?   Most of us experience doubt on a regular basis. We question decisions, feel uncertain about the best way forward, and wonder whether we’re getting it right. Yet in leadership and professional life, doubt is often something we feel we should hide - a sign of weakness rather than wisdom.   But what if we’ve been looking at doubt all wrong?   In th...

Is AI changing the way our brains work? And if so, at what cost? As artificial intelligence becomes a permanent fixture in our daily work and personal lives, big questions are emerging. Is AI helping us think better, or making us mentally lazy? Could it be reshaping our intelligence, attention and judgment in ways we don’t yet fully understand?   In this episode of ClarityMatters , host Louise Eve...

In this episode, host Louise Everett sits down with Chetan Mallik, corporate LinkedIn influencer and Strategy & Operations Lead at Novartis, to unpack the power of authentic storytelling on LinkedIn and how it can transform both personal and organisational influence. Drawing on his own journey to 25,000+ followers, Chetan reveals the 3-step formula behind his online presence, sharing how authe...

In the latest episode of ClarityMatters, host Louise Everett sits down with change and communications consultant, coach and author Eleanor Tweddell, to explore what has changed in change management. They discuss how leaders can effectively communicate and lead through the perpetual flux of today’s workplace, emphasising human-centred change management and the importance of authenticity, ‘messy’ co...

How is human creativity evolving in the age of AI? That’s the key question host Louise Everett and executive creative director Josh Robinson explore in this episode of ClarityMatters. As founder of 17Days, Josh operates at the intersection of creative strategy and design. He argues that although AI is seductive, quick, confident and impressive, leaders need to keep real, human expertise at the hea...

In this episode of ClarityMatters, host Louise Everett is joined by digital growth expert Azhar Kholwadia for a deep dive into the realities of communicating in today’s increasingly crowded and automated digital landscape.   Digital communication is noisy. With more platforms, more automation, and more pressure for constant visibility, organisations often find themselves adding tools faster than t...

In this thought‑provoking episode of ClarityMatters, host Louise Everett is joined by strategic communications expert Ben Verinder to explore one of the most pressing questions facing communicators today: is AI reshaping not just our work, but how we’re perceived?   AI promises speed, efficiency, and innovation. Yet for many communicators, its rise brings something more complicated: uncertainty. E...

In this first episode of ClarityMatters, host Louise Everett opens the series in conversation with leadership coach Richard Stokes to explore the role communication plays in leadership, relationships, and human connection.   Poor communication is estimated to cost US businesses over a trillion dollars a year through misunderstandings, delays and wasted effort.   And the cost isn’t just financial....

ClarityMatters is a limited‑edition podcast exploring how organisations can communicate with confidence in an age of speed, complexity, and constant change.   In this short trailer, host Louise Everett introduces the series — what it’s about, who it’s for, and why clarity still cuts through when everything else feels noisy.   In this episode, you’ll learn: Why clarity is still your most valuable c...