This is the first of Carrie-Ann's conversations with public sector comms pros focused on how to encourage diversity within the profession and make a career in public sector communications attractive to new talent.

In this episode Carrie-Ann talks with Lisa Ward, a former NHS communications director, about her career so far, challenges she has faced and her thoughts on diversity in communications.

10:46 - storytelling and communications

15:58 - returning to communications from maternity leave

20:29 - menopause in the workplace

30:06 - apprenticeships as a route into communications

46:57 - reaching different communities to recruit

Thank you Lisa for sharing your own journey and experiences to inspire others who are looking to take the next steps in their communications career.

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