Welcome to the first episode of Navigating Disruption with co-hosts Mike Klein and Janet Hitchen.

In this episode, we sit down with Jason Anthoine, the self-styled "Employee Experienced," to unpack the evolving challenges and opportunities for leaders and communicators during disruptive times.

From exploring the nuances of employee engagement to rethinking how organizations can align communication with business priorities, Jason shares actionable insights that will leave you inspired and equipped to face today's workplace complexities.

Key Topics Covered:

- Understanding Employee Experience: Why connecting with your frontline staff is more critical than ever.

- Navigating Uncertainty: Jason’s unique take on the turbo-charged uncertainty organizations face today and how to manage it effectively.

- The Courage Department: How communication professionals can lead with courage and adaptability.

- Aligning Communication with Strategy: Practical steps to tie communication efforts to revenue, risk mitigation, and cost control.

- The Power of Internal Influencers: Why identifying and engaging your organization’s true influencers can amplify your impact.

- Shifting Metrics of Success: Moving beyond traditional ROI to measure risk mitigation and influence on outcomes.

If you’re a leader, communicator, or anyone navigating organizational challenges in a disruptive world, this episode is a must-watch. You’ll gain strategies to not just survive but thrive amidst rapid change and uncertainty.

Connect with Us:

Host Mike Klein:

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mklein818/

Website:

https://changingtheterms.com/

Host Janet Hitchen:

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/janethitchen/

Website:

https://www.janco.uk/

Guest Jason Anthoine:

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonanthoine/

Website:

www.jasonanthoine.com

Podcast:

www.ridinshotgunwithjasonanthoine.com

Timestamps:

0:00 – Welcome and Introduction

2:45 – What’s Different About Today’s Uncertainty?

8:30 – Cutting Through Noise in Organizational Communication

15:10 – The Role of Courage in Communication Leadership

22:50 – Leveraging Internal Influencers

30:00 – Rethinking Employee Engagement Metrics

45:20 – Aligning Communication with Business Goals

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