Can You Hear Me?
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The Future of Work/Life Integration
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09/04/24 • 25 min
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Roe v Wade vs Corporate Activism
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07/07/22 • 39 min
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 Trusts Companies into Divisive Arena: https://apnews.com/article/company-stances-abortion-c70835ae2eedc71c36078ccaa81437b7
Here's How Companies are Reacting to the Supreme Court Decision on Abortion: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/27/business/heres-how-companies-are-reacting-to-the-supreme-court-decision-on-abortion.html
Legal Clashes Await U.S. Companies Covering Workers' Abortion Costs: https://www.nbcnews.com/business/business-news/companies-offering-abortion-related-travel-expenses-legal-exposure-rcna35559
Abortion Ruling Poses New Questions About How Far Supreme Court Will Go: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/25/us/supreme-court-abortion-contraception-same-sex-marriage.html
Corporate Sociopolitical Activism and Firm Value: Bhagwat, Y., Warren, N. L., Beck, J. T., & Watson, G. F. (2020). Corporate sociopolitical activism and firm value. Journal of Marketing, 84(5), 1–21. https://doi.org/10.1177/0022242920937000
Companies Are More Vocal Than Ever on Social Issues. Not on Abortion: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/24/business/abortion-roe-wade-companies.html
Tech Companies have Gone Silent on Data Privacy Since Roe v. Wade was Overturned. When Will They Speak Up?: https://fortune.com/2022/06/27/abortion-digital-data-privacy-apple-google-facebook-roe-wade/
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What Makes a Great Radio Interview
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02/07/24 • 31 min
If you have a client or you are a client, being on the radio can be one of the most effective ways to get your message out to the public. They typically have more time than other platforms, which can allow you to really make your case to an external audience. But “What Makes a Great Radio Interview”? Join “Can You Hear Me?” co-hosts Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson as they ask WBBM Newsradio Anchor Rob Hart that very question.
Meet Our Guest
Rob Hart, a Chicago native with over 20 years of experience on some of the great radio stations in the Midwest. His radio career started in 2000 at WTMJ Radio in Milwaukee. Since then he has worked at WGN Radio in Chicago, the former WIQI-FM, and 97.9 The Loop. He was also the host of “The Daily Dish” and a Martin Luther King Jr documentary for CBS News Radio.
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- Eileen Rochford, CEO of The Harbinger Group
- Rob Johnson, President at Rob Johnson Communications
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Expressing Gratitude at Work
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11/23/22 • 41 min
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
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What to do About Disengaged Workers?
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10/18/23 • 33 min
Employee Motivation and Commitment is the lowest since June 2022, according to recent data from the ADP Research Institute. Why are employees feeling less motivated right now and what can be done about it? Join “Can You Hear Me?” co-hosts Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson as they welcome special guest Mark Heisten, a brand strategy and enterprise storytelling expert who will answer the question “What do we do about disengaged workers?”
Meet our Guest
Mark Heisten - Leadership Legend
Mark Heisten more than 25 years of experience in marketing, sales, and business development in global financial services brands and emerging growth start-ups. During his career, he cultivated a reputation as a brand and communications innovator and change agent, focusing on improvements in people, process, and measurement to increase the value of the companies and teams he’s led.
Mark is currently an brand strategy and strategic communication instructor at the University of Colorado – Boulder and a founder of an executive storybuilding start-up Leadership Legend, which works with executives and rising leaders to craft reputation-building stories.
Prior to CU-Boulder and Leadership Legend, Mark served as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) at a FinTech start-up in San Francisco. Prior to that he was the Vice President/Head of Integrated Payments at Worldpay, a leading global payments technology company. There, he transformed the orientation of the team from work-product to work-results – data-driven and outcomes-focused. Mark oversaw the sales and marketing integration of the company’s $425mm acquisition of Moneris US, and shaped the new global business strategy resulting from the $10B acquisition of Worldpay Plc.
Mark served as the vice president of business development and a member of the executive team at Vanguard Cleaning Systems, a North American franchise system with more than 3,500 franchisees. During his tenure, he drove an overall increase in sales conversion rates, expanded the global footprint of the brand, and earned placement of the brand in the top 10 in the Franchise 500. Additionally, Mark implemented the company’s marketing automation and Net Promoter Score (NPS) programs, which increased lead flow and retained existing clients more effectively.
Prior to Vanguard Cleaning Systems, Mark was the head of commercial product marketing at Visa during the company’s $18B IPO and was the Head of Account Management & Strategy at Nimblefish Technologies, a SaaS-based marketing automation start-up with clients including Apple, Adobe, Microsoft, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, FedEx, Lowe's Home Improvement and the U.S. Army among many others.
Mark also worked at several start-ups and integrated marketing communication agencies. His programs earned numerous awards from the PRSA and DMA including a Silver Anvil of Excellence award and ECHO Diamond awards. Mark has worked with numerous clients including: American Express, Apple, AT&T, Adobe Systems, Business Objects, Capgemini, Chicago Bulls, Chicago White Sox, FedExKinkos, Holiday Inn, HP, IBM, IMD, Intuit, Lowe’s Home Improvement, MasterCard, Microsoft, Midas, Owens Corning, Ralston-Purina, Vantiv, Visa and Worldpay.
Mark earned his BA in English from the University of Missouri, his MBA from Santa Clara University’s Leavey School of Business, and is currently finishing his Ph.D. Media Research and Practice from the University of Colorado-Boulder. His research focus is on ethics, leadership, and socio-political engagement by corporations.
Mark adheres to the belief that great people make great cultures, and great cultures build valuable brands.
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Trailer: The Importance of Networking
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06/11/24 • 0 min
Tune in on Wednesday, June 12th at 12 PM CST for this brand new episode.
In this episode of "Can You Hear Me?", co-hosts Rob Johnson and Eileen Rochford discuss the significance of expanding your professional network beyond your company or office. They explore how developing relationships outside your organization can further your company's goals and enhance your personal brand, especially when considering a job or career change.
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Generative AI Threats to Brands and Leaders
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09/06/23 • 29 min
Meet our Guest
Sid Bose is a Partner at Ice Miller and the chair of Ice Miller’s Technology, Privacy and Cyber Risk Practice. As an attorney with an information systems and security background, Sid counsels clients on various cybersecurity, privacy, and compliance issues, that range from building up foundational programs, to data breach and incident response counseling, to handling complex legal and regulatory matters. Sid is also an adjunct professor at the Indiana University, Maurer School of Law. Sid teaches at the IU Cybersecurity Clinic on risk management and preparedness in pressing local, national, and global initiatives.
Reading Resources
- Federal Bureau of Investigation [Public Service Announcement] - Malicious Actors Manipulating Photos and Videos to Create Explicit Content and Sextortion Schemes - LINK
- Reuters - Tech experts see rising threat of GenAI deepfakes, FBI warns of "generative adversarial networks" - LINK
- Fintech - Ai in the crosshairs: FBI's stark warning of emerging threats from hackers - LINK
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Generative Artificial Intelligence has allowed users to quickly create content that is helping them complete tasks more quickly and efficiently. But it doesn’t take too deep a dive to determine that AI can also be used in ways that could harm a company or an executive. In this edition of “Can You Hear Me?”, co-hosts Rob Johnson and Eileen Rochford welcome tech and cyber risk attorney Sid Bose from Ice Miller to discuss “Generative AI Threats to Brands and Leaders.”
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Advice for New Grads Just Beginning Their Careers
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05/15/24 • 24 min
Meet Our Guest: Avery Resendiz
Avery Resendiz graduated from Columbia College Chicago with a Bachelor’s degree in public relations and broadcast journalism. She has strong experience managing social media platforms and creating effective messaging for clients in a variety of industries, including healthcare, financial, education, and marketing. Always bringing a fresh perspective and creative energy to the team, she researches the latest social media trends, writes and publishes social media content, and creates organizational tools to help clients plan their content throughout the year. In addition to content creation, Avery is heavily focused on data analytics and trends to measure the effectiveness of published content and audience reach.
She also supports email marketing content creation and manages earned media lists. Avery ensures that client lists are up-to-date and contributes to business development initiatives. Her attention to detail allows her to handle various administrative tasks related to client accounts and agency management efficiently. Avery’s multifaceted approach delivers comprehensive solutions for clients and contributes to the growth and success of the agency.
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03/20/24 • 34 min
The PR, Marketing and Communications worlds have undergone significant changes over the years, and with AI and other technologies, the future is uncertain. Join “Can You Hear Me?” co-hosts Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson as they interview longtime master communicator Ron Culp about “The Future of Marketing and Communications from a 40-Year Industry Veteran.”
Meet Our Guest: Ron Culp
Prior to joining DePaul and becoming an independent public relations consultant, Ron Culp held senior public relations positions at four Fortune 500 corporations and two major agencies. Ron’s career spans a broad range of communications responsibilities in government and industry sectors including business-to-business, consumer products, pharmaceutical, and retailing.
Previously, Ron was a corporate officer and senior vice president, of public relations and government affairs, at Sears. Earlier in his corporate career, he held senior communications positions at Sara Lee Corporation, Pitney Bowes, and Eli Lilly.
Ron and his DePaul colleague Matt Ragas are co-authors of business-focused books for PR professionals entitled "Business Essentials for Strategic Communicators" (Palgrave Macmillan, 2014) and "Business Acumen for Strategic Communicators" (Emerald 2021) and they jointly edited "Mastering Business for Strategic Communicators" (Emerald, 2018). In 2018 and 2019, Ron compiled and edited three editions of an eBook entitled, "The New Rules of Crisis Management."
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Communications Resolutions and Goals for 2023
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02/01/23 • 34 min
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 Collection - Anne Lamott: LINK INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING TITLES:
- Help, Thanks, Wow
- Stitches
- Small Victories: Spotting Improbable Moments of Grace
- Almost Everything: Notes on Hope
- Hallelujah Anyway: Rediscovering Mercy
- Dusk Night Dawn: On Revival and Courage
- Today is The Day Motivational Calendar - RYVE: LINK
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FAQ
How many episodes does Can You Hear Me? have?
Can You Hear Me? currently has 101 episodes available.
What topics does Can You Hear Me? cover?
The podcast is about News, Branding, Marketing, Public Relations, News Commentary, Podcasts, Digital Marketing, Business and Communications.
What is the most popular episode on Can You Hear Me??
The episode title 'Roe v Wade vs Corporate Activism' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Can You Hear Me??
The average episode length on Can You Hear Me? is 30 minutes.
How often are episodes of Can You Hear Me? released?
Episodes of Can You Hear Me? are typically released every 13 days, 22 hours.
When was the first episode of Can You Hear Me??
The first episode of Can You Hear Me? was released on May 15, 2021.
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