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You've Got Comms PodcastThe future of intranets: Human, helpful, and powered by AI
In this episode of You've Got Comms, we explore a bold question: Can AI make intranets feel human again? Host Samantha Grandinetti sits down with Jay Erickson, Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer at Modus Digital, to rethink the digital spaces where work happens.
Jay argues that intranets were never meant to be digital filing cabinets—they should be campfires: places where people gather, connect, and share stories. Together, Sam and Jay dig into burnout, belonging, the emotional side of UX, and why the next generation of intranets won't be about pages and links, but about relationships.
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2025-12-0428 min
Sales ExpressedFolge 20: Customer Success skalieren: Staffbase best practices I Marko Müller von StaffbaseDominic spricht mit Marko Müller, COO bei Staffbase, über die skalierte Realität eines deutschen SaaS Unicorns: Wie gelingt exzellenter Customer Success, wenn ein Unternehmen rasant wächst?Marko teilt die Entwicklung von einem klassischen White Glove Ansatz hin zu einem segmentierten, datengestützten CS-Modell – ohne dabei den persönlichen Touch zu verlieren. Die Episode zeigt, wie Staffbase High-Touch-Erlebnisse für große Kunden erhält, Low-Touch-Strecken für kleinere Kunden professionalisiert und dabei klare Rollenverteilungen zwischen CSM, Care-Team und Projektleitung etabliert.Ein Deep Dive in skalierbaren Customer Success, Onboarding-Prozesse mit Impact und den "Aha-Moment"...
2025-12-0324 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastThe 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...
2025-11-2643 min
You've Got Comms PodcastThe Strategic No: Earning Trust and Driving Impact in Internal Comms
In this episode of You’ve Got Comms, host Emma Fischer sits down with Maria Luísa García Pérez, Global Internal Communications General Manager at Cosentino, who has spent over 20 years transforming internal comms from a service function into a strategic powerhouse.
Maria Luisa shares how she built a global team from the ground up, connecting 6,000 employees across continents through data-driven strategies, clear priorities, and confident leadership. She breaks down how to say no strategically, link every campaign to business objectives, and use measurement to prove impact.
The conversation also explores the future of in...
2025-11-2025 min
You've Got Comms PodcastTailoring the Employee Experience: Why One Size Never Fits All
In this episode of You’ve Got Comms, Preston Lewis, SVP of Communications at Segal Benz, explores how internal comms and HR can work together to create a more personalized, connected employee experience.
From the early days of visual storytelling to today’s AI-powered tools, Preston shares how technology, data, and identity shape modern communication. He breaks down practical ways to drive behavior change, measure impact, and build trust across the organization — all while keeping creativity at the center.
And his advice for every communicator? “Don’t be stupid. Make it good.”
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2025-11-0633 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastPrepare, Don’t Predict: Eloiza Domingo on Crisis Playbooks That Work
When a crisis hits, words aren’t enough — delivery is everything. In this episode, Athena Koutsonikolas sits down with culture strategist and crisis-leadership expert Eloiza Domingo, Founder & CEO of Eloiza Consulting and former Chief Inclusive Diversity & Equity Officer at Allstate. From mass layoffs to polarizing public issues, Eloiza explains how to decide whether to speak, who should deliver the message, and how tone, timing, and targeting can turn high-risk moments into lasting trust.
Eloiza shares playbook-level guidance on aligning values with business strategy, weighing reputational risk against real-world impact, and designing communication that reaches every employee, including non...
2025-10-3046 min
You've Got Comms PodcastTurning Tech Rollouts into Real Adoption: Why Communication Is HR’s Most Powerful Tool
What does it take to make complex HR systems work seamlessly across a global organization? In this episode, Colin Sarafin talks with Sonja Lee, Global HR Information Systems Analyst at Staffbase, about the critical role internal communication plays in every successful HR rollout.
From managing Workday and ADP integrations to ensuring global consistency and adoption, Sonja shares lessons learned, common pitfalls, and her communication-first approach to driving change that sticks.
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HRIS – Human Resources Information Systems; Workday; ADP; Campsite – Name of Staffbase’s internal intranet platform; Staffbase PX (People Experi...
2025-10-2310 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastFinancial Clarity: The Overlooked Key to Employee Engagement with Peter Komolafe
Money worries don’t stay at home — they walk into work every day. In this episode of the Aspire to Inspire Podcast, Staffbase CMO David Burnand sits down with Peter Komolafe, bestselling author, award-winning financial coach, and Conversation of Money platform creator. Together, they explore why financial well-being is not just an HR issue but a leadership responsibility. From productivity loss to increased turnover, Peter shares compelling research and personal stories that reveal the true business cost of ignoring financial stress.
Learn how managers can create psychological safety around money conversations, unlock intrinsic motivation, and better communicate exis...
2025-10-1650 min
You've Got Comms PodcastMessages That Matter: Scaling Leadership Communication Without Losing Touch
In this episode of You’ve Got Comms, host Amelia Dahmer chats with Jennifer Lentner, founder of Soundtrack Consulting, about scaling internal communications during periods of rapid growth and change. Jennifer shares her journey from engineer to internal comms expert, offering practical insights on preserving trust, connecting with employees at all levels, and balancing one-to-one and one-to-many communication. They explore strategies for avoiding comms fatigue, maintaining authentic leadership voice, and how AI can support—but never replace — the human touch in employee communication.
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2025-10-0932 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastAI, Meet Gen Z: Growing Early Talent in the Age of AI with Monne Williams
Join Staffbase’s David Maffei for an impactful conversation with Monne Williams, Chief Impact Officer at Handshake and former McKinsey leader. Monne breaks down what Gen Z actually wants from employers, why authenticity means many voices on video, and how to treat employer brand like your health — you already have it, so manage it. She shares a memorable Fenway Park lesson on ownership and explains how small teams can have a significant impact.
They also tackle AI’s messy middle: bots on both sides of the hiring table, setting clear rules for candidates, and keeping those rules consis...
2025-10-0242 min
You've Got Comms PodcastDigital Employee Experience: From Access to True Connection
In this episode of You’ve Got Comms, host Colin Sarafin sits down with digital workplace consultant Lisa Riemers to unpack what really makes a strong digital employee experience.
From the importance of accessibility and frontline access, to the critical collaboration between HR, IT, and comms teams, Lisa shares practical insights and quick wins organizations can act on right away. The conversation also explores how AI is shaping the workplace — where it helps, where it risks misleading, and why plain language still reigns supreme.
Whether you’re managing intranets, rolling out apps for frontline staff, or pla...
2025-09-2528 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastThe Inner Shift: Advita Patel on Leading with True Confidence
In this episode of the Aspire to Inspire Podcast, Brian Tomlinson is joined by Advita Patel, president of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations, founder of Comms Rebel, and cofounder of both A Leader Like Me and Asian Comms Network. Advita is a powerhouse in comms and an admired advocate for building confidence and inclusivity in the workplace.
With her unique blend of experience in DEI strategy, leadership coaching, and change communication, Avita brings a refreshing perspective on how leaders can cultivate a culture. She shares her journey from overcoming imposter syndrome to becoming a leading voice...
2025-09-1850 min
Unicorn Bakery - Wie Startup Gründer erfolgreiche Firmen aufbauenIngredient - Nach dem Pivot: Diese Learnings sind wichtig - mit Martin Böhringer, StaffbaseMartin Böhringer, Gründer von Staffbase, spricht über seinen Weg vom gescheiterten ersten Startup zum erfolgreichen Unternehmen. Er teilt, warum sein erstes Startup trotz Venture Capital scheiterte, wie er daraus die richtigen Learnings zog und wie er mit Staffbase von Anfang an alles anders machte.
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Wie du aus Fehlern die richtigen Learnings ziehst
Die Balance zwischen Vision und Realität
Warum Kundenprobleme wichtiger als Technologie sind
Wie du große Enterprise-Kunden richtig managst
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2025-09-1224 min
You've Got Comms PodcastMeasuring What Matters: How to Prove Your Business Impact in Internal Comms
What does true impact in internal communications look like—and how do you measure it? In this episode of You’ve Got Comms, host Samantha Grandinetti sits down with Kateryna Byelova, a top-ranked comms creator and founder of Sage XP, to explore how internal comms can drive measurable behavior change and business results.
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2025-09-1140 min
You've Got Comms PodcastAmplifying Employee Experience: How T-Mobile Uses Podcasts to Connect and Inspire
In this episode of the You've Got Comms Podcast, Staffbase's Samantha Grandinetti chats with Blake Aviles, Senior Communications Specialist at T-Mobile, about the internal podcast Talking with Trailblazers. Originally a live event series, the program evolved into a powerful internal podcast spotlighting courageous conversations, external thought leaders, and T-Mobile’s own people—wherever they work.
Blake shares how the team makes podcasting inclusive, strategic, and deeply human—plus how to pitch big ideas, build host chemistry, and center employee impact. Whether you’re a comms team of one or building something bold, this episode is full of practica...
2025-08-2845 min
Unicorn Bakery - Wie Startup Gründer erfolgreiche Firmen aufbauenUnicorn aus Chemnitz: Wie Staffbase das Intranet neu definiert - seltene Einblicke in den Aufbau von Staffbase mit Mitgründer & CEO Martin BöhringerMartin Böhringer, Gründer von Staffbase, gibt dir Einblicke in den Weg vom Uni-Projekt zum führenden Anbieter für interne Kommunikation. Er teilt, wie sie die Mitarbeiter-App erfunden haben, warum Chemnitz als Standort ein Vorteil ist und wie sie sich für die AI-Revolution vorbereiten.
Was du lernst:
Von der ersten zur zweiten Gründung:
Warum die erste Firma scheiterte
Die richtigen Learnings mitnehmen
Wie man beim zweiten Mal alles anders macht
Standortstrategie & Internationalisierung:
Warum Chemnitz als Hauptstandort funktioniert
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2025-08-191h 33
You've Got Comms PodcastThe Rise of Corporate Podcasts: Why Audio Is Internal Comms' Most Human Channel
Why are so many companies launching internal podcasts—and what makes them effective? In this episode of the You’ve Got Comms Podcast, Emma Fischer sits down with Maximilian Conrad, CEO and co-founder of Hypecast, to talk about the role of audio in modern internal communication.
They explore how podcasts help organizations connect with distributed teams, build trust through authentic leadership voices, and turn everyday stories into meaningful content. From repurposing episodes into months of material to making CEOs more human, this conversation is packed with practical advice for communicators—no studio required.
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2025-08-1449 min
You've Got Comms PodcastThe Strategic Side of Internal Comms: Trust, AI, and Ethical Influence
In this episode of the You've Got Comms Podcast, Emma Fischer talks with internal communication expert Monique Zytnik about what it really means to communicate at scale.
From her surprising start as a physiotherapist to leading conversations on AI and ethical persuasion, Monique shares actionable advice for building trust, navigating complex organizations, and coaching comms teams through change.
They explore immersive communication, the line between persuasion and manipulation, and why internal comms is about much more than messages—it's about meaning.
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2025-07-3140 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastLeadership Is Broken: Charlotte Otter's 3 Steps to Fixing It with Reputation
What does it take to be the kind of leader the world actually needs right now? Charlotte Otter, executive coach and author of We Need New Leaders, joins Brian Tomlinson to unpack the leadership crisis we’re living through—and why outsiders often make the most impactful leaders. Drawing from her decades of experience in global tech and her Reputation 360 coaching program, Charlotte reveals why storytelling, self-awareness, and empathy are essential tools for modern leadership.
In this deeply thoughtful conversation, Charlotte shares how underrepresented leaders turn obstacles into strengths, how behavior and values must align to build trus...
2025-07-2447 min
Mission ControlVertrauen pushen: Interne Kommunikation als Gamechanger mit Melanie Bochmann (Staffbase)Melanie Bochmann, Senior Director Corporate Communications bei Staffbase, enthüllt die überraschenden Erkenntnisse der „Employee Communication Impact Study 2025“: Warum interne Kommunikation jede dritte Fachkraft zum Jobwechsel treibt, wieso deutsche Führungskräfte im internationalen Vergleich hinterherhinken und wie Mitarbeiter-Apps gerade in Krisen zum vertrauenswürdigsten Kanal werden. Sie zeigt, wie Sie Employee Experience und Führungskommunikation gemeinsam stärken – und so Fluktuation senken, Produktivität steigern und echten Zusammenhalt erzeugen.Highlights:📊 Studienfakten: Jede(r) 3. Mitarbeitende unzufrieden mit interner Kommunikation🔄 Kopfsache & Kanal: 70 % würden Job wechseln – wegen schlechter Kommunikation🌍 DACH im Rückstand: Nur 16 % Zufrie...
2025-07-2350 min
You've Got Comms PodcastThe Trust Gap is Real: What the 2025 Employee Communication Impact Study Means for Internal Comms
In this episode of the You've Got Comms Podcast, host Emma Fischer is joined by Andrea Holland, Head of North America PR at Staffbase, to unpack the findings of the 2025 Employee Communication Impact Study conducted by Staffbase and YouGov.
With over 3,500 employees surveyed across six countries, the conversation digs into trust gaps, overlooked frontline workers, the rise of workplace loneliness, and what actionable steps internal comms professionals can take right now to build clarity, connection, and community. From mobile-first strategies to manager empowerment, this episode delivers both eye-opening data and practical next steps.
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2025-07-1726 min
You've Got Comms PodcastComms Across Cultures: How Cultural Intelligence Elevates Internal Communication
What does it take to truly connect with a global workforce? In this episode of You’ve Got Comms, host Samantha Grandinetti speaks with Regine Nelson, Internal Comms & Employee Engagement Lead at Couchbase. Regine brings her rich multicultural and multilingual background into her daily comms work—balancing cultural nuance, clarity, and empathy across continents.
From the co-living spaces of rural Spain to navigating tough mergers with compassion, Regine shares actionable insights on how to resonate (not just inform) across cultures. You'll hear her take on the importance of tone, timing, language accessibility, and why listening may just be t...
2025-07-0352 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastDesigning with Your Ears: Julian Treasure on Listening, Leadership & Leveraging Sound
How is the most powerful leadership skill also the most neglected — contributing to disengagement costing organizations an estimated 8.8 trillion dollars a year?
In this compelling episode of the Aspire to Inspire Podcast, globally renowned speaker and TED Talk legend Julian Treasure joins host Lottie Bazley to unpack the invisible influence of sound on our work, behavior, and communication. From the neuroscience of noise to the business cost of disengagement, Julian explains why failing to really listen could be your organization’s most expensive mistake.
Julian shares insights from his new book Sound Affects and explains how...
2025-06-2652 min
You've Got Comms PodcastFrom Inbox to Impact: How to Succeed With Data-Driven Employee Email
Is email really dying—or just misunderstood? In this episode, host Emma Fischer sits down with internal comms experts Amy Dietz and Avalon Taylor from Cognizant, along with Staffbase Strategy Advisor Jeff Corbin, to explore the evolving role of employee email in one of the world’s largest IT service organizations.
You’ll learn why email remains the backbone of internal communication at Cognizant, how the team uses data to challenge assumptions and eliminate inbox overload, and what it takes to create email newsletters that employees actually want to read. From survey insights to segmentation strategies and the ar...
2025-06-1940 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastWhat AI Gets Wrong: Miri Rodriguez on Designing Ethical AI for Women
Join Emma Fischer, Content Marketing Manager at Staffbase, as she sits down with Miri Rodriguez—CEO of Empressa AI, award-winning storyteller, and Microsoft veteran—for a moving conversation about ethical AI, women’s voices, and the power of storytelling. In this deeply personal and visionary episode, Miri breaks down how Empressa is challenging the norms of generative AI by sourcing real insights from women around the world—including returning value to them through royalties and representation.
From emotional honesty in tech to rewriting your origin story as a path to personal power, Miri shares practical frameworks, vulnerable experien...
2025-06-1252 min
You've Got Comms PodcastFrom Buzzwords to Behavior: Building a Culture That Lives Its Values
What does it actually mean to “live your company values”? In this episode, Staffbase's Emma Fischer sits down with culture strategist and CEO of bink. Ann Melinger to explore how core values can shape—and sometimes break—company culture. From co-creating meaningful values to calling out misalignments with courage, Ann shares real-world stories, red flags to watch out for, and tips for embedding values into every corner of the employee experience. Whether you're revamping your values or just trying to keep them off the wallpaper, this one’s for you.
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2025-06-0531 min
You've Got Comms PodcastTurning Employees Into Advocates: Employee Storytelling in Internal Commswith Nicholas Bruneau
In this episode of the You’ve Got Comms Podcast, we’re diving into the power of authentic employee storytelling and digital advocacy with communications strategist and author Nicholas Bruneau.
Host Emma Fischer chats with Nicholas about what it takes to cut through the noise in a world flooded with AI-generated content and polished corporate messaging. Together, they explore how to encourage employees to share real, human-centered stories—without over-policing the message.
You’ll hear practical advice on how to build an advocacy playbook, empower employees to post with confidence, and why embracin...
2025-05-1945 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastThink Faster, Talk Smarter: Matt Abrahams on Mastering High-Stakes Communication
What do TED speakers, UN officials, and CEOs have in common? When they need to speak with clarity and confidence under pressure, they call Matt Abrahams.
In this episode of the Aspire to Inspire Podcast, Matt Abrahams—Stanford lecturer, author, and host of Think Fast, Talk Smart: The Podcast—joins host Athena Koutsonikolas to share practical insights into spontaneous speaking. From managing anxiety to answering difficult questions with confidence, Matt offers science-backed strategies and personal techniques to help anyone sound—and feel—more self-assured in high-pressure moments.
Whether you struggle with small talk, want to command...
2025-05-1537 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastMisinformation Wars: The Executive Playbook for Crisis Comms with Tom Wentworth
How can lessons from cybersecurity lead to revelations about communicating under pressure? Join Staffbase SVP & GM David Maffei as he sits down with Tom Wentworth, CMO at incident.io, to unpack the biggest challenges leaders face in modern crisis communications. In this high-stakes episode, they explore why fear is the #1 silent killer in leadership communication, how executives can own the narrative during a crisis, and the cybersecurity lessons every business must learn to protect their reputation.
With firsthand insights from the CrowdStrike crisis, Boeing’s PR disaster, and AI’s growing role in corporate risk, Tom shares why...
2025-05-0140 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastHitachi, Innovation & Influence: Modernizing Internal Communications Globally with Stephanie Roberts
Join Staffbase Head of Content Brian Tomlinson as he speaks with Stephanie Roberts, Chief Communications Officer at Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems, to explore the evolving role of internal communications in modern organizations. Stephanie shares insights on why comms should report directly to the CEO, how to influence leadership, and why AI still can’t replace human connection.
In this episode, Stephanie unpacks the challenges of engaging frontline workers, the importance of cultural nuances in global comms, and how storytelling can make even the most technical products compelling. She also reveals why every executive needs to be active on...
2025-04-1743 min
Millennium Live | A Leadership & Discovery Podcast🎙️ Episode 321 | Building a People-Centric Culture: Scaling Success with StaffbaseIn this episode of Millennium Live, we sit down with Dave Maffei, GM & SVP - Americas at Staffbase, to explore the intersection of business growth and employee engagement, highlighting the crucial role of a people-centric culture in driving success.We dive into the findings of a recent Staffbase & USC study on employee communication and its impact on business performance. Dave unpacks the key takeaways and how companies can leverage effective communication to enhance employee satisfaction, engagement, and overall growth.Plus, Dave gives his take on the future of work, the challenges...
2025-04-1036 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastNo Judgment, No Limits: Chequan Lewis on Transformational Leadership
Staffbase Chief People Officer Neil Morrison sits down with Chequan Lewis, President of Crunch Fitness, to explore his unique journey from law to leadership. Chequan shares his core values, his belief in unlocking people’s full potential, and how a culture of inclusivity, consistency, and radical grace has shaped his leadership style. He reflects on key lessons from his time at Yum! Brands and Pizza Hut, the transition into the fitness industry, and how he’s driving exponential growth at Crunch while keeping a strong focus on people and purpose.
Beyond business strategy, this conversation dives deep into...
2025-04-0335 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastAI, Change, and Trust: Stacey Jones on the Future of Corporate Communication
Join Staffbase Head of Content Brian Tomlinson as he sits down with Honeywell Chief Communicator Stacey Jones to break down what it takes to lead communications at a global scale. Stacey shares how she and her team align 100,000 employees worldwide around a North Star strategy, simplify complex corporate narratives, and ensure transparency during massive transformations — including a $9B M&A journey.
In this episode, Stacey also explores the evolving role of AI in communications, the biggest mistakes leaders make when communicating change, and why quality — not quantity — matters in comms measurement. Whether you're leading through transformation, building a stro...
2025-03-2036 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastUnlocking Organizational Potential: Chester Elton’s Guide to Motivating Teams
Join Staffbase Chief People Officer Neil Morrison as he sits down with bestselling author and executive coach Chester Elton for a deep dive into leadership, culture, and the transformative power of gratitude. Chester shares decades of insights on why recognition and appreciation are the foundation of high-performing teams, revealing how small daily rituals—like the “10 and 10” practice—can foster connection and engagement.
From NASA astronauts using random acts of kindness to eliminate conflict to Texas Roadhouse’s legendary service mantra, this episode is packed with real-world examples of how leaders can build cultures of trust and impact. Chester al...
2025-03-0645 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastFrom Startups to Scale-Ups: A Human-Centric Approach to Brand Growth with Norman Guadagno
Join Staffbase SVP & GM of the Americas David Maffei as he sits down with transformational marketing leader Norman Guadagno to explore the pivotal role communication plays in driving successful business transformations. From aligning teams across sales and marketing to embracing AI as a communication tool, Norman shares actionable strategies and lessons from his transformative work at companies like Mimecast and Carbonite.
This episode dives into the complexity of organizational change, the importance of trust and transparency, and how storytelling can drive alignment and engagement. Whether you're navigating a business transformation or adapting to the evolving landscape of...
2025-02-2048 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastStart with Who, Not Why: Dr. David Burkus on Leadership and Building Impactful Teams
Join Staffbase Head of Content Brian Tomlinson as he chats with Dr. David Burkus, bestselling author and one of the world’s top business thinkers, to explore what it takes to build the best team ever. With insights from his books like Best Team Ever and The Myths of Creativity, David unpacks the traits of high-performing teams, why creativity is a team sport, and how leaders can rethink traditional management norms to foster innovation and connection.
In this episode, David shares actionable advice for leaders navigating today’s workplace, from building trust in remote teams to cultivating a re...
2025-02-0650 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastThe New Rules of AI: Marco Andre on Transforming Modern Executive Leadership
Join Staffbase Chief Strategy Officer Frank Wolf as he sits down with Marco Andre, AI strategist and keynote speaker, to discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming marketing, communications, and HR. From automating repetitive tasks to enhancing creativity, Marco shares real-world examples of AI's impact across industries and offers actionable advice for leaders navigating this new landscape.
This episode dives into the practical uses of AI, like Adobe Max and NotebookLM, and their potential to reshape how organizations operate. Marco also addresses the ethical concerns around AI, emphasizing the importance of balancing innovation with regulation. Whether you're a...
2025-01-2338 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastNobody Believes You: Building Trust & Credibility in Leadership with Author Jenni Field
Join Staffbase Chief Marketing and Communications Officer David Burnand as he sits down with acclaimed business communications strategist and author Jenni Field. In this episode, Jenni discusses her latest book, Nobody Believes You: Become a Leader People Will Follow, diving into the key traits of credible leadership, building trust, and fostering authentic connections.
Jenni shares actionable insights from her years of research and work with leaders worldwide, revealing how small actions and intentional communication can make or break trust. From understanding the difference between being "liked" and being "likable" to navigating remote work and sensitive conversations, this...
2025-01-0941 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastFrom Ideas to Impact: Andrea Pacini on Storytelling, Authenticity, and AI
Join Staffbase Head of Content Brian Tomlinson as he speaks with Andrea Pacini, author and presentation coach, about the secrets to delivering impactful presentations that inspire and drive action. In this episode, Andrea shares his expertise in crafting clear, compelling messages, using storytelling to captivate audiences, and the power of preparation in building confidence.
Andrea also dives into practical strategies for simplifying complex ideas, keeping virtual audiences engaged, and leveraging AI as a tool for more effective communication. Whether you’re pitching an idea, addressing your team, or presenting on a global stage, Andrea’s insights will help...
2025-01-0251 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastThe Power of Purpose: Building a Social Enterprise with Cecilia Crossley
In this episode of Aspire to Inspire, Staffbase Chief People Officer Neil Morrison talks with Cecilia Crossley, founder of the social enterprise From Babies with Love and host of the How HR Leaders Change the World podcast. Cecilia shares her journey of building a business that channels 100% of its profits to support orphaned and abandoned children globally. With stories that range from early challenges to her motivation for using business as a force for good, Cecilia highlights how thoughtful communication can align business impact with social change.
Through this conversation, Neil and Cecilia delve into the power...
2024-12-1248 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastCareer Pivots and Purpose: CEO Stacey Tank’s Approach to Building Inclusive Brands
Join Staffbase Senior Internal Communications Manager Lottie Bazley as she speaks with Stacey Tank, CEO of Bespoke Beauty Brands, about her varied career journey from corporate finance to redefining the beauty industry. With a background that spans GE, Heineken, and The Home Depot, Stacey shares how each pivot has shaped her approach to business transformation — with storytelling remaining a central tool for building connection and brand loyalty.
Stacey dives into the future of retail through social selling, revealing how smaller brands are finding success alongside industry giants. She also discusses her commitment to creating purpose-driven, inclusive brands th...
2024-11-2843 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastGen Z Leadership: Navigating AI and Communication in a Digital Age with CEO Ioanna Onasi
Senior Internal Communications Manager Lottie Bazley speaks with Gen Z leader Ioanna Mantzouridou Onasi, the co-founder and CEO of Dextego, an AI-powered sales coaching company. As a young, innovative CEO, Ioanna shares her journey from a passion for sustainability to founding her own startup, bridging her background in fashion and talent development with her vision for empowering sales teams through AI.
Ioanna delves into what it means to lead as a Gen Z founder, explaining how a digital-first mindset and social media presence have shaped her leadership style and approach to communication. She discusses the challenges of...
2024-11-1442 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastUnlocking Human Capability: Strategies for Creating Modern HR Value with Dave Ulrich
In this episode of the Aspire to Inspire Podcast, Staffbase Chief People Officer Neil Morrison is joined by the renowned Dave Ulrich, a thought leader on human capability who has shaped the fields of leadership, HR, and organizational development. Often called the "Godfather of HR," Dave shares his insights on how companies can unlock the potential of their human capability — the intersection of talent, leadership, and HR — to deliver value to all stakeholders.
Dave dives into his vast experience as a speaker, author, and professor, covering key topics such as defining human capability, discussing why serving all huma...
2024-10-3049 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastNavigating Leadership Challenges: General McChrystal on Trust, Teams, and Transformation
Retired General Stanley McChrystal has made a name for himself in business after applying his military expertise to the world of leadership. He is joined on the Aspire to Inspire Podcast by Staffbase Chief Revenue Officer Dan Farkas to explore his leadership insights drawn from over three decades of military service and 14 years in leadership consulting.
General McChrystal served as the Commander of U.S. and International Forces in Afghanistan and the Leader of Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) before retiring from the military and taking his team-building acumen to the business world. Discover how lessons from...
2024-10-1753 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastFrom Newsroom to Boardroom: Transforming Global Communication with Gerard Meuchner
Join Staffbase Chief Marketing Officer David Burnand and Henry Schein Chief Global Communications Officer Gerard Meuchner as they dive into Gerard’s illustrious communications career and reveal insights he learned before and after becoming a global CCO.
Gerard started as an editor, reporter, and founding member of Bloomberg News before spending a decade in communications and public affairs at Kodak. He now pioneers global communications at Henry Schein. David and Gerard dive into topics including coordinating global communications, building a global reputation, raising employee engagement, and discerning truth in an age of misinformation and disinformation.
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2024-10-0348 min
How HR Leaders Change the WorldHow Strategic Narrative helps You Achieve HR Goals: Neil Morrison, Chief People Officer, StaffbaseNeil discusses the powerful role of communication and how companies that successfully implement long lasting change have an overarching strategic narrative, one that allows people to become part of and have agency in the change. Sharing examples of harnessing communication to best effect, Neil discusses tools such as Sentiment Tracking, an exercise in 'playing the movie forward', and provides thoughts on well-channelled communication in a hybrid working world. Noting that storytelling only gets you so far, Neil asks the question 'so what' on the topic of employee experience and reflects on how effective communication enhances...
2024-10-0130 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastFrom Startup to Powerhouse: Pia Frey's Blueprint for Global Success
Opinary cofounder and Affinity Global CMO Pia Frey joins Staffbase Senior Internal Communications Manager Lottie Bazley on the Aspire to Inspire Podcast to discuss her meteoric rise as an entrepreneur and co-founder, as well as the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and the process of taking her company global through sale.
Listen in as Pia and Lottie discuss topics including creating empowered team culture and communication, navigating business impact on a global scale, entering new markets, having a boss for the first time in a decade, dealing with imposter syndrome, and forming lucrative partnerships to ultimately take...
2024-09-1942 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastRewarded, Respected & Challenged: Chobani CCO Ben Boyd on Responsible Leadership
Chobani Chief Communications Officer Ben Boyd joins Staffbase Chief People Officer Neil Morrison to examine Ben's illustrious career, from 15 years at Edelman to transitioning to in-house roles at Lowe's, Peloton, and now Chobani.
Hear about strategic communications and leadership philosophies that helped Ben become a transformational leader, as well as Chobani’s social initiatives, Ben’s insights into working for an essential retailer during the pandemic, and more takeaways for creating comms impact.
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2024-09-0546 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastClarity as Currency: Exploring Essential HR Strategies for Success with Dr. Dieter Veldsman
Listen as Dr. Dieter Veldsman, PhD, Chief Scientist at the Academy to Innovate HR, joins Staffbase Chief People Officer Neil Morrison to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of HR and how businesses can adapt to the future of work.
Key topics explored include the importance of organizational clarity, the shifting role of HR, strategies for building resilience and trust in the workplace, and the integration of AI and human skills. Dr. Veldsman provides deep insights into the future challenges HR professionals will face and the critical skills needed to navigate these changes.
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2024-08-2250 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastFrom Conflict to Comfort: Navigating Difficult Conversations with Anne-Maartje Oud
How can we overcome our discomfort to hold difficult conversations? Are there ways we can create ease? Behavioural & Communication Expert and owner of The Behaviour Company Anne-Maartje Oud joins Staffbase Head of Content Brian Tomlinson to answer these questions and more in this episode of Aspire to Inspire.
Anne lays out the key pillars for effective communication in leadership and strategies for handling difficult conversations while emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, empathy, and preparation in leadership communication. Prepare yourself to handle all future uncomfortable discussions after tuning in.
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2024-08-0845 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastBuilding Brand Giants: Former CEO Greg Creed on Leading & Transforming Yum! Brands
Are you ready to discover the secret behind the Doritos Locos Tacos that added $1 billion in sales in just 12 months? Better yet — how was Taco Bell turned around without mass firings?
Greg Creed, the former CEO of Yum! Brands, joins Staffbase CPO Neil Morrison to share his journey as the CEO of the world’s largest restaurant company and the transformative changes he led at Taco Bell while emphasizing the power of leadership, focus, and storytelling.
Greg highlights the importance of trust and transparency in large organizations and discusses the R.E.D. branding strategy. He a...
2024-07-2552 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastLeading with Purpose: Lessons from Pret A Manger CEO Pano Christou
Pret A Manger Chief Executive Officer Pano Christou joins Staffbase Chief People Officer Neil Morrison to explore Pano’s inspiring career journey as he rose from the assistant manager to the CEO of Pret and drives a charity that allows people to rise from homelessness to even becoming Pret store managers.
Listen to Pano and Neil discuss topics including Pano’s leadership philosophy and Pret’s global expansion, as well as insights on the company’s culture, values, and commitment to social responsibility through the Pret Foundation and the Rising Stars program.
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2024-07-1136 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastBetter Stories, Better Business: Insights from IBM’s Jeremy Connell-Waite
How do you build better stories to inspire action in your audience? IBM Global Communications Designer Jeremy Connell-Waite made it his mission to teach just that.
Join storytelling architect Jeremy as he chats with Aspire to Inspire cohost and The Narrative Age author Frank Wolf to dissect all things storytelling, from creating impactful stories to measuring their outcome for meeting business goals to integrating AI into communications workflows.
Jeremy and Frank take a deep dive into storytelling to offer a wealth of tips, resources, and actionable insights for professionals seeking to be more effective storytellers...
2024-06-271h 06
Aspire to Inspire PodcastOvercoming Self-Doubt: Dr. Abbie Maroño on Imposter Syndrome & Leadership
Ever wondered how to contend with the foe that is imposter syndrome?
Aspire to Inspire cohost Brian Tomlinson is joined by Dr. Abbie Maroño, a brilliant behavioral scientist ranked in the top 1 percent of her field.
Dr. Abbie examines our feelings of inadequacy and how to deal with thoughts that we are undeserving of our success. She addresses limiting beliefs that can interfere with achieving business goals.
In addition to exploring actionable steps for overcoming self-limiting beliefs, Abbie addresses other topics such as how to maintain a sense of humanity while integrating A...
2024-06-1347 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastTransformative Communication: How Storytelling Fosters Inclusivity & Community
Ready to talk diversifications, narrative, and digital transformation? Then give the next episode of the Aspire to Inspire podcast a listen.
Cohost Frank Wolf is joined by Nils Haupt, Hapag-Lloyd Senior Director of Corporate Communication. Nils is a seasoned strategic communicator who built a storied career in the logistics industry and has a lot of actionable insights to share.
Discover how he helps to keep a 177-year-old company at the forefront of its industry.
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2024-05-3041 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastThe Good, The Bad & The Ugly of Digital Communications with Marc Wright
The good, the bad, and the ugly . . . we’re not talking about Westerns, we’re diving into Marc Wright’s experience in digital strategy.
As a seasoned digital strategist, Marc has the rundown when it comes to the pressing communications concerns of today’s leaders. He is joined by Aspire to Inspire cohost Lottie Bazley as they talk about everything from hyper-personalization in the communications landscape to the rising role of AI in the comms industry.
Together, the pair explore Marc’s decades of experience to deliver actionable insights into digital communications strategies.
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2024-05-1633 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastLeveraging Nonverbal Communication for Leadership with FBI Special Agent Joe Navarro
If you want to be a leader who inspires and doesn't underwhelm or intimidate, this is an episode for you.
Aspire to Inspire co-host Lottie Bazley is joined by the inimitable Joe Navarro, a former spy catcher and retired FBI agent who is now one of the worldwide leaders in nonverbal communication.
Joe joins Lottie to share his decades of expertise in applying nonverbal lessons to leadership strategies. The two explore how we should carry ourselves in the age of Zoom calls, be people who inspire others, and project the right kind of confidence.
2024-05-0242 min
Aspire to Inspire PodcastNavigating The Narrative Age for Business Impact with Frank Wolf
Why are some leaders great communicators and others not? Staffbase cofounder Frank Wolf, author of “The Narrative Age,” explores how narrative is the heart of effective communication.
Frank sits down with co-hosts David Burnand and Lottie Bazley to examine the gap between what is said and what is heard and how delivering the right messages to employees, stakeholders, and customers can increase business impact, help drive culture, and deliver exceptional customer experiences.
Understanding narrative can create company value, inspire employees, and breach division in a polarized world.
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2024-05-0238 min
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2024-04-1001 min
Infernal CommunicationHow to ditch bad apologies and say sorry like you mean itMessing up is often all too easy. But then what? How do you make it right? You apologize and you make it good.But the days of switching blame with, ‘sorry if’ or explaining away your responsibility with, ‘actually,’ are long gone. We expect better from our apologies. So, how do we do that— how do we apologize like we mean it? That’s where Marjorie Ingall & Susan McCarthy, co-authors of Sorry, Sorry, Sorry: The Case for Good Apologies and co-creators of the super fun site sorrywatch.com, come in. With Karina Schumann, Associate Professor of...
2024-02-2921 min
Infernal CommunicationMemory Palaces and Digital Dummies: How to stay sharp when feeling stupidWhy did I walk into this room? And, why was I pulling out my phone again? That’s right, to listen to Infernal Communication’s episode on memory.Join us as we speak to two time Canadian memory champion, Francis Blondin about the power of memory palaces and how to access the untapped capability of our brains. We also speak with psychologist Dr. Tracy Packiam Alloway, who has both short term and long term hacks for boosting our brain power. Dr. Alloway also answers the nagging question that creeps up after every time-wasting death scro...
2024-02-2220 min
Infernal CommunicationFEED DROP: Using stories to teach, lead and inspire from Engaging Internal CommsIntroducing a special episode from our friend Craig at the Engaging Internal Comms podcast! This episode is all about using our own stories to teach, lead and inspire within our organizations. We hope you like it!New Infernal Communication episode coming Thursday February 22.
2024-02-2044 min
Infernal CommunicationHow to have very uncomfortable conversationsThere are so many uncomfortable conversations to be had, or avoided, depending on the day. But uncomfortable doesn’t have to be bad, it just means it isn’t easy. In this episode, we dive into the notorious "F word" – Feedback! Without it, we might run around convinced we're flawless employees with perpetually minty-fresh breath, blissfully ignorant of any missteps we’ve taken. But a world without feedback would also mean a world without improvement. Our guest, Joe Hirsch gives us his expert 2 cents on how to take a different approach to this dreaded process...
2024-02-1526 min
Infernal CommunicationHow to stop your CEO from saying stupid sh*tWe all put our foot in our mouths once in a while. A joke that isn’t funny for all the wrong reasons, going into too many details about just about anything, or slagging off your place of business. It's easy to do, but hard to bounce back from. In front of family or friends it can make for an uncomfortable meal, in front of an audience it can mean disaster.In this episode, host Brian Tomlinson, leads us through examples of the good, the bad and downright ugly when it comes to CEO bl...
2024-02-0820 min
Infernal CommunicationGrammar Gatekeeping: Taming the Inner GrammandoThose who like grammar, like it a lot. For the rest of us, it can be a bit of a nuisance. But, we do our best to follow the rules because bad grammar is a bad look. Whether we’re looking for love, a job or an apartment, improper grammar can take us out of the running.But according to our experts these preconceived notions around grammatical rules are off track. According to Dr. Anne Curzan, author of 'Says Who? A Kinder, Funner Usage Guide for Everyone Who Cares About Words', good grammar has been...
2024-02-0120 min
Infernal CommunicationAlgorithm Alchemy: Outsmarting our digital gatekeepersThe almighty internet algorithm, we know it's out there, dishing out content it thinks we care about most, but how does it really work? As communications pros, it’s easy to feel powerless in the face of tech giants who get to pick and choose what lights up our screens. But there’s a way to become active participants in these systems, rather than just passive users. In this episode, Cameron Hickey, CEO of the National Conference on Citizenship, walks us through the payoffs and pitfalls of content filtering. We also have algorithmic puppet master extrao...
2024-01-2523 min
Infernal CommunicationTell Me a Story: An audio history of oral culturesDid you ever hear the one about Tough Laroque? No? Well, have we got a story for you. Our guests are three Métis aunties and scholars, Sheila Laroque, Tanya Ball and Kayla Lar-Son. All three are lovers of books, they even have their own podcast called Book Women or masinahikan iskwêwak. But Sheila, Tanya and Kayla are also huge proponents of oral storytelling, both because they know a lot about it and they’re pretty good at it. There is often a lot of importance placed on writing things down but, when it co...
2024-01-1824 min
Infernal CommunicationMyth busting the hero's journeyThe hero’s journey is a familiar tale. It’s an archetype that follows The Hero on a quest where challenges are faced, insights are gained, after which the hero returns home transformed. That’s it. Simple, and very well used (see The Matrix, StarWars, The Lion King, etc).Join host Lottie Bazley as she takes us on a journey with a new storyline. This one includes flipping this well-known narrative on its head to find different perspectives, and rejecting the all encompassing confines of the hero’s journey. Lottie sp...
2024-01-1121 min
Infernal CommunicationThe art of effective storytelling with Kate TellersEverybody’s got a story, but how do you best tell yours?To delve into the depths of what makes a good story, we have storyteller extraordinaire, Kate Tellers to guide the way. She’s a host, director of MothWorks at The Moth, and co-author of the book How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling. The Moth is a non-profit storytelling extravaganza with a podcast heard by millions. With host, Staffbase’s Brian Tomlinson, Kate gets personal and down to business as she reveals the secrets behind spinning a good yarn...
2024-01-1125 min
Infernal CommunicationTrailer: Infernal Communication Season 2Welcome back to Season 2 of Infernal Communication, where we take a deeper look at the wild little fires communicators have to put out every day. Join our hosts Lottie Bazley and Brian Tomlinson of Staffbase as they bring together experts, authors and even a former private eye – for fresh perspectives that will soothe the burn of your latest communication breakdown. We’ve got new ways to look at the hero’s journey, and the art of the apology. We’ll talk about how to have difficult conversations, and the best way to bounce back from embarrassment by seizing control of your...
2023-12-1401 min
FINITE: B2B Marketing Podcast for Tech, Software & SaaS#136 - Is your SaaS product ready to be a platform? With David Burnand, CMO at StaffbaseFrom Adobe to Staffbase, David Burnand is the expert in SaaS product evolution. On this episode, Jodi and David discuss when a SaaS product is ready to become a platform, if it ever will be, and how that evolution should be led by strategic marketing. For our more junior listeners, we start the conversation by outlining what's the difference between a SaaS product and a SaaS platform. The FINITE Podcast is made possible by:- Clarity: the fast growing, global marketing communications agency working with leading technology brands.- 93x: the l...
2023-09-1130 min
Voices of Enablement by GTM BuddyS1E11 | Kieran Smith - Manager - GTM Enablement & Productivity - EMEA at StaffbaseVoices of Enablement EP 11 is out! We hosted Kieran Smith, Manager - GTM Enablement & Productivity - EMEA at Staffbase
🔥 In the interview, Kieran sheds light on the evolving role of sales enablement, he shares valuable insights on how sales enablement can contribute even when an organization is not hiring new sales reps.
🌟 Immerse yourself in this thought-provoking discussion, and for further insights into sales enablement, be sure to catch the complete episode.
2023-06-3022 min
IMDaily - Innovate Marketing DailyStaffbase Builds on Its Strong Growth with a Trio of C-Suite HiresStaffbase Builds on Its Strong Growth with a Trio of C-Suite Hires. The company has appointed Bijal Patel as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Neil Morrison [Piper] FCIPD as Chief People Officer (CPO), and David Burnand as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), as the Company seeks to help more companies improve employee communication and engagement on a global level."We're thrilled to welcome Bijal, Neil, and David to our team," said Dr. Martin Böhringer, CEO of Staffbase. "With the need for impactful communications never clearer, and a world full of potential with Staffbase achieving unicorn status last year, their d...
2023-04-2405 min
Infernal CommunicationAncient Communication: A people’s historyIn this final episode of season one of Infernal Communication, join host Kyla Sims as she speaks with Genevieve Von Petzinger, paleo anthropologist and author of The First Signs: Unlocking the Mysteries of the World's Oldest Symbols, as well as Dan Everett, linguistic anthropologist, author, and one of only four second-language speakers of the Amazon Basin's Pirahã people. They’ll talk about what we know about our earliest communications and how communication has shaped what it means to be human. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-2329 min
Infernal CommunicationNoise, Noise, Noise! Cutting through the digital roar.Our host Kyla Sims chats with neuroscientist Dr. Carl Marci about what happens to our brain when we spend too much time online and what we can do to protect ourselves. Then, “Master of Decibels” Paul Mellor shares his tactics for making brands famous and cutting through all the noise.
Do you work in communications? Join us at Staffbase's VOICES Conference in NYC April 26-27th, 2023. Get your ticket at voices.staffbase.com/us and use promocode VOICES-PODCAST-25 for 25% off your ticket.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-03-0927 min