Less Chatter, More Matter: The Communications Podcast

#116 A case study in driving change with a remote workforce


Listen Later

When your team is 250 people strong, morale is shaky, and no one’s in the same physical location, how do you communicate a major organisational change—let alone get people on board with it? In this episode of Less Chatter, More Matter, we get a behind-the-scenes look at an award-winning change communication project Mel Loy delivered for a local government client navigating a complex transformation.

With multiple senior leadership changes, ongoing remote work due to office renovations, and a lack of clarity around what the change meant in practice, the challenge was clear: connect and engage people effectively without face-to-face interaction. You get the step by step strategy developed to turn this situation around—starting with a clear focus on outcomes and a commitment to simple, practical, and human-centred communication.

Along the way, you’ll pick up key tips on strategy versus tactics, making virtual events more interactive, and supporting speakers to deliver with confidence. Whether you’re a change leader, communicator, or team manager trying to reach and engage dispersed teams, this case study is full of actionable insights to help you do it better. 

Tune in to learn what worked, what could be improved, and how creativity, clarity, and collaboration can turn a tough communication challenge into a big win.


Enrol now for early bird pricing!

Our 2025 Crisis Communication Skills Virtual Bootcamps are open for enrolment. Get in quick to secure your spot and discounted pricing. Find out more here.

Links mentioned in this episode:

  • 90 minute Strategy Power Session
  • Public workshops and training
  • Less Chatter, More Matter - Mel’s book
  • Topic in Ten - have your say!
  • Template packs
  • Change Isn't Hard! - Mel's book
  • Sign up here to the fortnightly mail out of free resources!

Say hi!
Follow me on LinkedIn
Find out what I'm up to Instagram
Check out my website
Ask a question

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

Less Chatter, More Matter: The Communications PodcastBy Mel Loy


More shows like Less Chatter, More Matter: The Communications Podcast

View all
PreAccident Investigation Podcast by Todd Conklin

PreAccident Investigation Podcast

171 Listeners

This Working Life by ABC

This Working Life

20 Listeners

The Safety of Work by David Provan

The Safety of Work

21 Listeners

Maintenance Phase by Aubrey Gordon & Michael Hobbes

Maintenance Phase

16,670 Listeners

The Nutrition Couch by Susie Burrell & Leanne Ward

The Nutrition Couch

63 Listeners

Shandee's Story by The Australian

Shandee's Story

364 Listeners

If Books Could Kill by Michael Hobbes & Peter Shamshiri

If Books Could Kill

9,293 Listeners

When It Hits the Fan by BBC Radio 4

When It Hits the Fan

46 Listeners

Safety Labs by Safety Products Global by Safety Products Global

Safety Labs by Safety Products Global

8 Listeners

Safe As Podcast by Ben Hutchinson

Safe As Podcast

4 Listeners