🔍 It’s a tough market. But if you're in comms and looking for your next job, this episode is your playbook.

💥 In this episode, recruiter Brooke Kruger breaks down:

• The top resume red flags and why design ≠ substance
• What actually makes you stand out on LinkedIn
• Why clarity > cleverness in a job search
• The rise of consulting-as-career in comms
• How to stop being invisible — and get noticed

👀 Whether you're job-hunting, consulting, or just future-proofing, this is a must-listen.

Oscar Trimboli – best-selling author, award-winning podcast host, and workplace listening expert is on the show!

1 big thing: Most of us listen poorly and that has a surprising impact on leadership, meetings, and productivity.

Why It Matters: Better listening means more effective communication, shorter meetings, and stronger organizational alignment.

• Simple, research-backed strategies to shift from hearing words to understanding true meaning.

Tune in to start transforming how you lead and communicate—because effective listening is the ultimate competitive edge.

1 big topic: We're exploring the nuanced difference between proactive planning and reactive responses. In a world where every comms moment counts, understanding when to lead the narrative, and when to pivot, is crucial.

Jennifer Kaplan, CEO of Evolve PR and Marketing, shares her 25+ years of expertise on turning potential PR disasters into brand victories.

What to expect:

• Real-Life Examples: From pre-launch buzz for museum exhibits to crisis pivots that save reputations, Jennifer breaks down how proactive planning drives results.
• Actionable Advice: Get practical steps for building a comprehensive communications strategy. Learn how to forecast challenges, craft timely messaging, and maintain authenticity even when the unexpected happens.
• The Balancing Act: Discover why a touch of spontaneity can be as effective as a pre-scripted planand how to balance genuine voice with structured messaging.

Key Takeaway: In today’s real-time media environment, owning your narrative before it owns you isn’t just smart. It’s essential.

Tune in now for a candid, no-holds-barred conversation that challenges conventional PR wisdom and empowers you to control your brand’s story from the get-go.