5. Getting a seat at the table

What are the three values that can make organisational change far more likely to succeed?Join me on Commfluence as I chat with Sam Rykers about how to being guided by human-centered values can make your change program a success.Contacts:[email protected] Guest: Sam Rykers, The Change Factor

If the theme of 2024 was uncertainty, 2025 is already provingto be a year of extreme volatility.In the latest episode of Commfluence join host Keiran Smith and Wayne Burns as we dive into the Top 5 Predictions for Corporate Public Affairs in 2025.From geopolitics to AI to countering misinformation there’s something for all of us to think about and plan for.www.synergycomms.com.auEmail: [email protected]://www.linkedin.com/in/keiransmith/Guest: Wayne Burns, Centre for Corporate Public Affairshttps://www.accpa.com.au/Resource: ACCPA’s Top 5 Predictions for 2025 https://www.accpa.com.au/knowledge-centre/top-five-predictions-for-2025

In this episode we continue to explore how to get a seat at the executive table and influence the decisions that really matter.Join Keiran Smith and executive coach Lauren Eyles, asthey discuss how to demonstrate your value to stakeholders, how to make the most of a challenging situation in your business, and how to overcome barriers in having your voice heard. Website: www.synergycomms.com.auEmail: [email protected]://www.linkedin.com/in/keiransmith/Guest: Lauren Eyleshttps://laureneyles.com.au/The Female Executive’s Survival Guide podcast

What does it mean to have a voice in strategic decisions? Why is it essential for communications and engagement experts to be part of the critical conversations that shape an organisation’s future? Join Keiran Smith from Synergy Communications and Executive coach Lauren Eyles in this two-part series as they delve into how to get a seat at the executive table and influence the decisions that really matter. We’ll unpack how you can drive real impact, overcoming challenges in getting your voice heard and the strategies to elevate communications and engagement as a key component of executive decision-making.Website: www.synergycomms.com.auEmail: [email protected] with me at LinkedInGuest: Lauren Eyleshttps://laureneyles.com.au/ The Female Executive’s Survival Guide podcast

Why is organisational change so hard? How can organisation’s lead and deliver change programs better? What role does communication play in guiding organisation's through change? Join host Keiran Smith and guest Lenore Miller as we explore why effective change communication is crucial for successful transitions. Learn how thoughtful communication can reduce uncertainty, build trust, and make change a smoother experience. Join us to discover how impactful communication can make or break your organisation’s change efforts. www.synergycomms.com.au [email protected] LinkedIn Guest: Lenore Miller, Agile Change Solutions Agilechangesolutions.com.au

In Part B of our reputation series Keiran Smith from Synergy Communications and guest Tim Archer continue exploring how to not only survive but thrive during a crisis. Also in this episode we cover: How to manage a reputational crisis affecting your business Success stories of organisation's that do it well Top 10 reasons why crisis communications fail Simple strategies for smaller business to effectively protect and promote their reputation Join us for these essential insights for leaders and communications practitioners looking to safeguard their brand’s credibility and long-term success. Website: www.synergycomms.com.au Email: [email protected] LinkedIn Guest: Tim Archer, Top Centre Communications www.topcentrecommunications.com.au Resources referenced Dymocks Bookstores customer communications response to a cyber attack (Sept 2023)

What would happen if your organisation’s reputation was suddenly at risk? Join host Keiran Smith and guest Tim Archer in this two-part special series as they delve into the power of reputation management — what it means, why it matters, and how to protect it during a crisis. We’ll explore how organisations can prepare for reputation crises, respond swiftly, and recover effectively. These are essential insights for leaders and communications practitioners looking to safeguard their brand’s credibility and long-term success.   Website: www.synergycomms.com.au Email: [email protected] LinkedIn Guest: Tim Archer, Top Centre Communications www.topcentrecommunications.com.au

How does communication shape effective leadership? How does a leader build trust, influence and align teams with a common purpose? Why does ‘how’ you communicate as a leader matter as much as ‘what’ you communicate? Join host Keiran Smith and guest Paul Matthews as we offer practical strategies to help leaders _ and the communication practitioners who support them _ elevate their leadership, drive engagement, and empower teams toward meaningful results. Website: www.synergycomms.com.au Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: Keiran Smith Guest: Paul Matthews www.paulmatthews.com