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Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Five Years of ICology — What It Really Takes to Build Community at Work | BTS 8
Five years ago, Kristin Hancock sat in a hotel room in Chicago the night before the very first Camp ICology convinced it was a failure. Twelve people had signed up. She’d wanted thirty. That event turned out to be magic. In this Between the Seasons episode, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee are joined by Chuck Gose and Kristin Hancock, the co-founders of ICology, to mark five years of building what’s become one of internal communications’ most genuinely human communities. Chuck started ICology as a pod...
2026-03-05
35 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
She Got Engaged to an AI — And It Made Us Think About the Future of Work | Reddit at Work
Bree has a habit of bringing Pinaki the latest thing she stumbled across on the internet — and this week, she found something that stopped her in her tracks. A Reddit post from the r/AIBoyfriends subreddit (yes, it exists — 59,000 members strong) went viral after a woman shared that her AI boyfriend, Casper, had proposed to her in the mountains. It was sweet, it was earnest, and it opened up a conversation neither of them saw coming. Because when 60,000 people are forming real emotional bonds with AI, wh...
2026-02-26
17 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Burned Out at Networking Events | Reddit at Work | BTS 6 with Rich Dome
What happens when something you used to love suddenly feels exhausting?In this Between the Seasons episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee are joined by Rich Dome, Senior Director of Partnerships at Local Wisdom, as Bree brings a Reddit story to the table about networking burnout.The post comes from a seasoned sales professional who once thrived at conferences but now feels drained, overwhelmed, and ready to disappear by lunchtime. The team unpacks what is really going on beneath the surface. Is...
2026-02-19
21 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
How to Network at Conferences Without Feeling Awkward | BTS 5 with Rich Dome
Conferences are not just about the sessions. The real magic often happens in hallway conversations, over coffee, or at the table where someone is sitting alone.In this Between the Seasons episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee are joined by Rich Dome, Senior Director of Partnerships at Local Wisdom, to talk about how to approach conferences with intention. After a busy year of events, the team reflects on what makes an experience meaningful, how to build real relationships, and why networking does not have...
2026-02-12
19 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Reddit Work Stories: Why Are Internal Comms KPIs So Hard? | BTS 4
In this Between the Seasons episode, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee welcome Amanda Todd, Senior Director of Strategic Communications at Temporal Technologies, for a practical and honest conversation about measuring what actually matters in internal communications.The episode kicks off with a Reddit post asking a familiar question: why is it so hard to define meaningful KPIs for internal comms, especially when reporting to executives? From there, the conversation moves beyond open rates and attendance numbers to examine clarity as a powerful indicator of understanding, behavior, and business impact.Amanda shares why clarity is...
2026-02-05
19 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
From Fuzzy Metrics to Real Impact: Making Clarity Measurable | BTS 3
In this Between the Seasons episode, Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee sit down with Amanda Todd, Senior Director of Communications at Temporal Technologies, to unpack why clarity is one of the most critical outcomes of effective internal communication.Amanda shares her “squiggly” path into internal comms, her belief in honesty as a core communications skill, and how working in complex, fast-growing organizations pushed her to rethink how success is measured. Drawing on research and real-world experience, she explains how she helped build a Clarity Index that turns something often seen as “soft” into a measurable business metric.The...
2026-01-29
20 min
Love as a Strategy
S2E001 - Love as a Change Strategy with Pinaki Kathiari
Join host Jeff Ma as he welcomes Pinaki Kathiari, CEO of Local Wisdom and co-host of the podcast Why does it feel so wrong to be human at work?, for a deep dive into Love as a Change Strategy.In this candid conversation, Jeff and Pinaki explore the discomfort of change, the necessity of putting people first in any transformation, and how concepts like love and care are essential for building trust and a thriving workplace culture. Pinaki shares his personal experience with life-altering change and introduces ideas from Ayurveda's dosha types to illustrate why individuals react so dif...
2026-01-22
28 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Reddit Reactions: Laid Off and Asked to Train a Replacement | BTS 2
In this Between the Seasons episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee are joined by Executive Producer Bree Bartos to try a new format: reading and reacting to real Reddit posts about work.The episode centers on a Reddit story from an IT professional who was laid off and then asked to train their replacement. As the conversation unfolds, Pinaki, Chris, and Bree dig into the emotional weight of layoffs, including anger, grief, humiliation, and the sense of being discarded after years of contribution.
2026-01-22
15 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Meet the Human Behind the Pod | BTS 01
This Between the Seasons episode marks the start of a new chapter for Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?Hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee introduce Bree Bartos, the new Executive Producer and Editor of Human at Work and Marketing Manager at Local Wisdom. Before diving into Bree’s story, Pinaki and Chris share what listeners can expect from these new, weekly Between the Seasons episodes.Bree then opens up about her path into marketing and storytelling, her experience being laid off alongside her husband, and the shock of losing no...
2026-01-15
13 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Trailer: Between the Seasons
We might be between seasons… but we still have lots to say 🤭Introducing Between the Seasons – a new, weekly series featuring shorter episodes, honest reactions, and real, unscripted conversations.🚨 Episode 1 drops next week! Tune in on Thursday, Jan. 15 on your podcast app of choice or on YouTube where you'll finally we able to watch along 🎉 📺 YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gmqaU9Ea🍎 Apple Podcast: https://lnkd.in/g8nMsp_k🟢 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gig4-d2h✨ Everywhere else: https://lnkd.in/e633AD2q Connect with UsPinaki Kathiari – Lin...
2026-01-09
01 min
Aspire to Inspire Podcast
The human algorithm: Balancing empathy, tech & leadership with Pinaki Kathiari
Join Staffbase’s Lottie Bazley as she sits down with Local Wisdom CEO Pinaki Kathiari for a deeply human conversation about clarity, communication, and the emotional reality of modern work. With nearly two decades of experience helping global brands turn dense and complex information into accessible content, Pinaki reveals the mindset behind simplifying without dumbing down, staying authentic without over-scripting, and communicating difficult messages with honesty and care. Lottie and Pinaki explore when empathy becomes over-protection, why clarity matters most during layoffs and reorgs, and how innovation is often born from discomfort. This episode also dives headfirst in...
2025-11-26
43 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 10 | Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Entitled?
Season 2, Episode 10: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Feel Entitled at Work? Episode DescriptionIs feeling entitled at work… actually a bad thing?In the Season 2 finale of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee challenge the stigma around workplace entitlement. They explore what happens when expectations don’t match reality when it comes to salary assumptions and generational values to promotions, office return mandates, and even who gets to speak up.Together, they unpack:What “entitlement” really me...
2025-08-07
38 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 09 | Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be a Leader?
Season 2, Episode 9: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be a Leader? Episode DescriptionWe’ve all heard it: “Leadership is lonely.” But is it? And if it is, why do so many people still chase it?In this episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee explore the complex question of modern leadership—what motivates people to lead, what makes leadership feel “wrong,” and how our outdated assumptions about leadership may be holding us all back.From Optimus Prime...
2025-07-24
37 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 08 | Why Does It Feel So Wrong (Or Good) to Gossip?
Season 2, Episode 8: Why Does It Feel So Wrong (or Good) to Gossip at Work? Episode Description“Don’t tell anyone, but…” As soon as you hear those words, you lean in. Gossip—it’s irresistible, unavoidable, and often misunderstood.In this juicy and thoughtful episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee explore the complicated nature of gossip in the workplace. Is it toxic? Is it therapeutic? Or is it something in between?They dig into:Why gossip is ine...
2025-07-10
35 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 07 | Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Manage Up?
Season 2, Episode 7: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Manage Up at Work? Episode DescriptionWe’ve all seen it—or done it. The awkward compliment. The carefully crafted update. The subtle self-promotion. But where’s the line between managing up and straight-up sucking up?In this episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee unpack the complicated world of influencing your boss. Managing up can be smart and strategic—or manipulative and maddening. So how do we make sense of it?
2025-06-26
40 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 06 | Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Rely on AI?
Season 2, Episode 6: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Rely on AI at Work? Episode DescriptionAI is here—and it’s not going away. But if using it is so smart, why does it still feel a little bit wrong?In this episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee tackle the big questions about AI in the workplace. From emotional friction and ethical concerns to trust, fear, and even job displacement, this episode digs deep into why embracing artif...
2025-06-12
45 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 05 | Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be An A**hole?
Season 2, Episode 5: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be an A**hole at Work? Episode DescriptionWe said what we said. In this bold and uncensored episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee are joined by internal comms legend Chuck Gose to take on the big question that no one talks about—but everyone experiences:Why does it feel so wrong (yet so common) to act like an a**hole at work?Together, they dive into:H...
2025-05-29
44 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 04 | Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Ask for Help?
Season 2, Episode 4: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Ask for Help at Work? Episode DescriptionIs asking for help a sign of weakness—or is it the key to doing great work and being fully human?In this heartfelt episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee explore why asking for help often feels like failure in today’s work culture—and why that couldn’t be further from the truth.Sparked by a powerful story about Pinaki’s...
2025-05-15
26 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 03 | Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Follow Influencers?
Season 2, Episode 3: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Influenced? Episode DescriptionInfluencer fatigue, TikTok tips, corporate jargon, lawn envy, and the boss who suddenly wants to “go agile” after reading one McKinsey article—sound familiar?In this episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee explore how deeply we're all influenced—by social media, our neighbors, our leaders, and even ourselves. The conversation spans from the science of subconscious mimicry to the ways workplace “best practices” are sometimes just rituals...
2025-05-01
32 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 02 | Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Honest?
Season 2, Episode 2: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Honest at Work? Episode Description Can you really speak your truth at work without risking relationships, reputation, or your job? In this episode of Why Does it Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee dig deep into the complex emotional, social, and cultural dynamics around honesty in the workplace.They ask:Why do we crave authenticity—but cringe when we see too much of it at work?What makes it so hard to be r...
2025-04-17
41 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 01 | Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Embrace Change?
Season 2, Episode 1: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Embrace Change at Work? Episode Description:We’re back! After a much-anticipated break, hosts Pinaki Kathiari (CEO of Local Wisdom, co-founder of Resource Hero) and Chris Lee (VP at Gallagher Communications, President of IABC Toronto) kick off Season 2 of Why Does it Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work? by tackling one of the most universal and misunderstood workplace experiences: change.In this deeply personal and practical conversation, Pinaki and Chris explore:Why change is so uncomfortable—and sometimes even painfulHow workp...
2025-04-03
38 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Season 2 Trailer
Season 2 is here.Join Pinaki Kathiari (Local Wisdom) and Chris Lee (Gallagher) as they dig into the contradictions of modern work culture—like why change feels scary and gossip feels great.It’s honest, human, and maybe a little uncomfortable.New episodes dropping soon. Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your audio podcasts. Connect with UsPinaki Kathiari – LinkedIn | Local WisdomChris Lee – LinkedIn | Gallagher CommunicationBree Bartos – LinkedIn | Local WisdomSpecial thanks to digital communication agency Local Wisdom (www.localwisdom...
2025-03-31
00 min
Smart Agency Masterclass with Jason Swenk: Podcast for Digital Marketing Agencies
The Secret to Keeping Clients for Over 20 Years with Pinaki Kathiari | Ep #775
Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training It's always easier to retain existing clients than constantly landing new ones. Do you want to know the secret one agency has that has helped them hold onto clients for over 20 years? This interview highlights an agency owner's whose client retention philosophy involves a candid, honest, and sincere approach which has helped them retain some clients for over two decades. In this conversation, we explore his struggle to balance entrepreneurial business development with satisfying his creative instincts. He reveals...
2025-03-16
25 min
The Internal Comms Podcast
Episode 110 – Navigating the shifting digital landscape
This week on The Internal Comms Podcast, host Katie Macaulay is joined by co-founder of Local Wisdom, tech expert and comms leader Pinaki Kathiari. With his rare passion for both the sciences and the arts, Pinaki has built a company that advises organisations large and small on how to launch and scale their comms platforms. Internal comms technology has often been late to the party. But as Pinaki shares with Katie, we’re in a very exciting, pivotal time for comms tech. In this episode, they discuss the questions we should be asking of IT leaders, how technology has evolved in...
2024-11-20
51 min
The Trending Communicator
Corporate Culture Disruption in the AI Era - with Pinaki Kathiari
Take a look at any job description today--either in your organization or posted to a job board--and you might notice that it's not entirely accurate, especially for communications and marketing roles. It's almost as if they're created to fit into a system of some kind....oh wait, they are. Job descriptions, from the simple to the complex, are often nothing more than checklists designed for ease of processing and evaluation. They're meant to be a set of shaped holes; our experiences are the pegs that must fit. But what happens when AI fills some of those holes? Or when...
2024-11-01
1h 14
The IABC EMENA Podcast
Digital communication and leadership philosophy with Pinaki Kathiari
Dialing in from New York City, our next guest is Pinaki Kathiari, a podcast host and CEO of Local Wisdom, a digital communication agency. With a focus on internal communication and technology, this is a great conversation that will inspire you. Pinaki is a fellow IABC member and is currently the Vice President of Professional Development for the IABC New York Tristate Area Chapter.
2024-08-24
36 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 10 | Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Fail?
Season 1, Episode 10: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Fail at Work?Episode Description:Failure is inevitable. But why does it still feel so wrong?In this heartfelt and celebratory finale of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee dive into why failure carries so much emotional weight at work—and why that needs to change. With humor, humility, and personal stories, they reflect on childhood expectations, leadership norms, and the organizational fear of getting things wrong.They explore:The ro...
2023-10-12
38 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 9 | Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Doubt The Data?
Season 1, Episode 9: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Doubt the Data?Episode Description:Data doesn't lie—until it does.In this thought-provoking episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee explore the complicated relationship between data-driven decision making and gut instinct. From legendary art forgeries and tech valuations to corporate benefits and poker games, they show how numbers and intuition both play critical roles in how we navigate decisions at work.They explore:The seductive power of statistics—and...
2023-09-28
35 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 8 | Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Put Yourself Before Your Company?
Season 1, Episode 8: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Put Yourself Before Your Company?Episode Description:Do you feel guilty taking a sick day—even when you're clearly not okay?In this powerful episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee dig deep into the tension between self-care and workplace expectations. From personal stories and mental health stigma to the evolution of wellness programs and HR policy, this episode is a full-circle look at why prioritizing your health can feel like betraying yo...
2023-09-14
39 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 7 | Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Create A Consumer-Grade Employee Experience?
Season 1, Episode 7: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Create a Consumer-Grade Employee Experience?Episode Description:Why do we obsess over the customer experience—but cut corners on the employee experience?In this episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee break down the false dichotomy between CX and EX—and make the case that a thriving business starts with its people. From packaging design and onboarding rituals to PTO requests and office arcade machines, they explore how to turn everyday employee touc...
2023-08-31
43 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 6 | Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Reply-All?
Season 1, Episode 6: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Reply All?Episode Description:“Please stop replying all!”We’ve all been there—caught in a reply-all email spiral that devolves into chaos, memes, and all-caps shouting. But why does a seemingly harmless function like "Reply All" evoke such strong emotions?In this fun and thought-provoking episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee unpack the infamous reply-all storm—and use it as a springboard to explore the bigger problem of digital co...
2023-08-17
38 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 5 | Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Not Use Corporate Jargon?
Season 1, Episode 5: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Not Use Corporate Jargon?Episode Description:We’ve all heard it: “Let’s circle back.” “Let’s leverage synergies.” “Let’s operationalize the low-hanging fruit.” But… why?In this satirical yet insightful episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee break down the awkward truth behind why corporate jargon is so widespread—and why not using it feels like professional heresy. They explore the origins of business buzzwords, the hidden power dynamics behind them, and how this langu...
2023-08-03
30 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 4 | Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Yourself At Work?
Season 1, Episode 4: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Yourself at Work? (with Priya Bates)Episode Description:How much of yourself do you really bring to work—and how much do you feel you have to leave behind to fit in?In this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee welcome special guest Priya Bates, award-winning internal communications strategist, co-founder of A Leader Like Me, and author of Building a Culture of Inclusivity. Together, they unpack the em...
2023-07-20
37 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 3 | Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Take The Afternoon Off?
Season 1, Episode 3: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Take the Afternoon Off?Episode Description:Ever feel guilty for stepping away from work before 5 p.m.—even when you’ve met your goals? You’re not alone.In this insightful episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee take a hard look at how we've been conditioned to treat time as the ultimate currency—and why that’s no longer serving us. From personal stories to historical deep-dives, they break down the emotional...
2023-07-06
41 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 2 | Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Say “No” At Work?
Season 1, Episode 2: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Say “No” at Work?Episode Description:Saying “no” at work feels risky—sometimes even dangerous. But why?In this powerful and vulnerable episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, co-hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee dig deep into why the simple act of saying “no” can feel like an act of rebellion. Through personal stories, workplace psychology, and reflections on culture and leadership, they unpack how power dynamics, fear, and outdated paradigms have made dissent feel taboo in today’s corpor...
2023-06-22
50 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Ep 1 | Why Does it Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Season 1, Episode 1 (Live): Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?Episode Description:Recorded live at the IABC World Conference 2023 in Toronto, this debut episode kicks off the Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work? podcast with a bold question: Are we slowly unlearning our own humanity at work?Co-hosts Pinaki Kathiari (CEO, Local Wisdom) and Chris Lee (VP at Gallagher, President of IABC Toronto) take the stage to explore why workplace norms—from performance reviews to thank-you notes—often feel mechanical, outdated, or just plain wron...
2023-06-08
41 min
Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?
Trailer
Make sure to subscribe to the show! The season begins in June Connect with UsPinaki Kathiari – LinkedIn | Local WisdomChris Lee – LinkedIn | Gallagher CommunicationBree Bartos – LinkedIn | Local WisdomSpecial thanks to digital communication agency Local Wisdom (www.localwisdom.com) for really believing in our mission and making this podcast possible. If this episode made you think differently, laugh, or even yell out loud, we want to hear about it! Connect with us on LinkedIn, and don’t forget to rate, review, and share – maybe with y...
2023-04-19
01 min
PodCatalyst: The Official Podcast of IABC
35 – Chris Lee on Gallagher’s 2023 State of the Sector
Returning for a second year, Chris Lee shares insights from the 2023 Gallagher State of the Sector report. Tune in as he and IABC Executive Director Peter Finn discuss trends around belonging and culture, a results-only work environment, how communicators can retain their role as strategic partner and more. Want to hear more from Chris? Join him at the IABC World Conference in Toronto, 4-7 June, as he and Pinaki Kathiari (CEO, Local Wisdom) present “Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?” Chris Lee is the vice president of communications for Gallagher’s empl...
2023-03-06
40 min
Cohesion
The ROI of Employee Recognition with Pinaki Kathiari, CEO & Owner of Local Wisdom
This episode features an interview with Pinaki Kathiari, CEO and owner of Local Wisdom, a digital communications agency. Pinaki’s experience spans two decades serving global Fortune companies, startups, and multi-industry agencies. He’s also the co-founder of Resource Hero, Vice President of Professional Development for the IABC Tristate Area Chapter, and a Business Mentor for WOMEN Unlimited, Inc. In this episode, Amanda sits down with Pinaki to discuss his communications team maturity model, the ROI of employee recognition, and the value of a digital communications presence. ------------------- “If people don't know how they're...
2023-01-24
45 min
ICology
Internal communication and co-creation with Pinaki Kathiari (Local Wisdom)
Pinaki Kathiari has become a true friend to the internal communications industry. And I'm proud to have him on ICology to talk about the challenges and opportunities of co-creation in internal communication. What is co-creation? Listen to the episode and find out how it can help communicators across industries and seniority levels. Pinaki is also once again a workshop leader at PRSA Connect this year. At last year's conference, his workshop was the highest-rated session from the entire event. And I expect nothing short of that again this year. If internal comms is your passion, ICology is y...
2019-03-29
00 min
ICology
Chuck Chats Live with Pinaki Kathiari #iabc18
At IABC World Conference, I interviewed six communicators as part of the Chuck Chats Live interview series with Bananatag. In the first episode, I chatted with Pinaki Kathiari, workshop leader at the event and CEO/co-founder of Local Wisdom. Pinaki was in Montreal to present on the "7 Dos and Don'ts of Co-creation." Listen to the full chat on ICology or watch the video from the Hub. Chuck Chats is a partnership with Bananatag.
2018-06-15
00 min