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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 and establishing thought leadership. 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!

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 Aspiring Leaders, Rob Johnson's Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GWQ9XJNP?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback Subscribe to our newsletter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7373364855967461376 Check out our website: https://canyouhearmepod.beam.ly

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.

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 service professionals and increase public understanding of meaningful memorialization. Jessica oversees national media relations, crisis communication, brand storytelling and thought-leadership development for NFDA. She serves as editor of the “NFDA Bulletin,” manages the Pursuit of Excellence program, and develops high-impact content across NFDA platforms, including a monthly column for “The Director” magazine. She also established and managed NFDA’s social media presence for 14 years, significantly expanding the association’s digital reach. Before joining NFDA, Jessica worked in agency public relations supporting nonprofit, healthcare and hospitality organizations across the country. She is a graduate of Marquette University with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism. Subscribe to our newsletter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7373364855967461376 Check out our website: https://canyouhearmepod.beam.ly

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.

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 to Ask Better Questions: https://podcasts.apple.com/ru/podcast/how-to-ask-better-questions/id1567769910?i=1000660342169 The Art of Asking Smarter Questions, Harvard Business Review: https://hbr.org/2024/05/the-art-of-asking-smarter-questions Subscribe to our newsletter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7373364855967461376 Check out our website: https://canyouhearmepod.beam.ly

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.

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 Connect with James: [email protected]. Subscribe to our newsletter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7373364855967461376 Check out our website: https://canyouhearmepod.beam.ly

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 how people think, decide, and lead in that environment. Known as the OG of Revenue MarketingTM, a term and concept she created in 2011, Debbie redefined marketing’s role from a support function to a measurable driver of business growth. Over more than 35 years, she has worked directly with CMOs and B2B marketing teams to align strategy with revenue and growth outcomes. A Certified Positive Psychology Practitioner, Debbie applies evidence-based insights to help marketers and leaders move out of survival mode, improve decision-making under pressure, and lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Her work equips professionals not just to perform, but to thrive amid constant change. Debbie is a dynamic keynote speaker, award-winning author of Rise of the Revenue Marketer and From Backroom to Boardroom, and a respected thought leader featured in Forbes, MarTech Today, and other top publications. She has taught Revenue Marketing to MBA students at The College of William & Mary for over a decade, continuing her mission to elevate both marketing performance and leadership effectiveness. She is also the host of the popular weekly LinkedIn Live show Revenue Marketing Raw which showcases her no-nonsense unfiltered takes on marketing teams. Dr. Debbie's Website: https://www.growthfactor.us/ Dr. Debbie's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debbieqaqish/ Subscribe to our newsletter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7373364855967461376 Check out our website: https://canyouhearmepod.beam.ly

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

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.

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/

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 officers, and comparisons with U.S. public opinion, the report explores how organizations are navigating communication in an increasingly divided environment. The findings suggest that polarization has become a permanent feature of today’s communication landscape rather than a temporary phase. As a result, companies are reassessing when and how they engage on controversial issues. While corporate purpose remains important, many organizations are shifting toward a more situational approach to corporate speech, carefully weighing the risks and benefits of public engagement. Despite the broader challenges associated with polarization, the research shows that it has elevated the strategic importance of the communications function within organizations. When public discourse is highly contested, communicators play a critical role in providing context, managing reputational risk and helping leaders make thoughtful decisions about when to speak and when to stay silent. The Global Communication Report is produced annually by the USC Center for Public Relations, in conjunction this year with Meltwater and IABC, and support from the following organizations: Arthur W. Page Society, Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication Management, ICCO, Institute for Public Relations, Italian Federation of Public Relations, PRCA, PR Council, PRSA, and Worldcom Public Relations Group. Our report is designed to provide insight into the evolution of the global communication industry. For print copies of this year’s edition for classroom and organization use, please contact the center at [email protected]. Subscribe to our newsletter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7373364855967461376 Check out our website: https://canyouhearmepod.beam.ly/

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/