Can You Hear Me?

By Rob Johnson and Eileen Rochford

A bi-weekly podcast for leaders who want to get serious about using effective communications to advance their organizations. Don’t miss communications pros Rob Johnson, veteran broadcast news anchor ... more

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August 27, 2025The Value of EQ
The Jernstedt Company specializes in strategic communications. Rich has experience in military public affairs, corporate communications departments and agencies. He was CEO for 12 of his 26 years at Golin; EVP at FleishmanHillard for seven years; and consulted with Porter Novelli for five. His expertise includes strategic planning, coaching, business development, and reputation management. He also consults with Prosper Group, a team of former agency owners and CEOs who counsel communications firms on performance, organization, exit planning, and M&A
“Let Them,” Mel Robbins
“The Anxious Generation,” Jonathan Haidt
“Unprecedented,” (Canada’s top CEOs on what they learned about leadership during COVID-19) Compiled by Steve Mayer and Andrew Willis
“Me, But Better,” Olga Khazan
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August 26, 2025 Trailer: The Value of EQ
While many companies chase high IQ candidates, co-hosts Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson dig into why emotional intelligence (EQ) is the true game-changer for recruiting top talent and building resilient organizations. Special guest Rich Jernstedt, a veteran communications executive, joins the show to break down what EQ really is, why it matters more than ever, and how leaders and teams can develop this crucial skill set. Tune in to discover why EQ—not just IQ—defines tomorrow’s most successful leaders and workplaces! Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show,
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August 13, 2025What Honesty and Transparency Look Like to Employees
About our guest:
Steven Gaffney is a leading expert on increasing business profit through change management, honest communication, and high performing teams. An author, speaker, and trusted advisor, Steven works directly with top leaders from Fortune 500 companies like Amazon, Marriott, Allstate Insurance, and even the U.S. government and military.
Steven has authored four ground-breaking books: Just Be Honest: Authentic Communication Strategies that Get Results and Last a Lifetime, Honesty Works! Real-World Solutions to Common Problems at Work and Home, Be A Change Champion, and co-author of Honesty Sells: How to Make More Money and Increase Business Profits. He is currently working on two books: Reboot: How to Create and Sustain High Performing Teams, and The 9 Pillars of Sustainable Profitable Business Growth. His latest release, Unconditional Power, is available everywhere.
Steven helps leaders across many industries. Some of his clients include: Amazon, Marriott, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, SAIC, Allstate Insurance, BP, World Bank, Congressional Budget Office, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Department of the Navy, Citigroup, Texas Instruments, NASA,American Cancer Society, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers, Best Buy, and Johns Hopkins University.
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29min
August 12, 2025 Trailer: What Honesty and Transparency Look Like to Employees
In this episode of the Can You Hear Me? Podcast, co-hosts Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson are joined by expert Steven Gaffney to unravel the disconnect between how honesty and transparency are perceived by employees versus leaders, and how authentic communication is crucial for building lasting trust and engagement across teams. Drawing on Gaffney’s experience with Fortune 500 companies and the government, they dive deep into what genuine openness really means in the workplace and why it matters now more than ever. Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show,
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29min
July 30, 2025 How Are Company Leaders Communicating About AI?
As most of us know Artificial Intelligence is playing a larger role in nearly all of our companies, and with that widescale adoption comes uncertainty. In this episode of the Can You Hear Me? Podcast, co-hosts Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson explore how leaders are (or aren’t) communicating clearly and empathetically about AI—and the effect it’s having on employees’ sense of security and future. Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show,
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July 29, 2025 Trailer: How Are Company Leaders Communicating About AI?
Step into the world of workplace uncertainty as AI transforms our companies. Join Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson on the Can You Hear Me? Podcast as they uncover how leaders’ communication about artificial intelligence is shaping employees’ trust in their careers and the future. Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show,
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July 09, 2025Building Better Workplaces: Trust and Transparency
CEO's Guide to Transparency
The Trust Gap Between Employers and Workers
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19min
July 08, 2025 Trailer: Building Better Workplaces: Trust and Transparency
Discover how trust and transparency can transform your workplace in this episode of “Can You Hear Me?” as Rob and Eileen explore the power of honesty, what happens when trust breaks down, and practical ways leaders can build a thriving, open culture. Tune in for actionable insights to help you and your team succeed in Building Better Workplaces: Trust and Transparency. Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show,
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June 25, 2025The Adaptive Leader: Meeting Employees Where They Are
https://www.hks.harvard.edu/publications/practice-adaptive-leadership-tools-and-tactics-changing-your-organization-and-world
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26min
June 24, 2025 Trailer: The Adaptive Leader: Meeting Employees Where They Are
In a workplace where one-size-fits-all leadership no longer works, adapting to your team’s unique needs is key. In this episode of Can You Hear Me?, Eileen Rochford and Rob Johnson explore how adaptive leadership can unlock stronger connections and better results. Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show,
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FAQs about Can You Hear Me?:

How many episodes does Can You Hear Me? have?

The podcast currently has 135 episodes available.