In the latest episode of The Voice Podcast, IABC Ottawa hosts Anu Sharma and Aishwarya Chauhan engage in a discussion with Shweta Munjal, Chief Communications and CSR Officer at Glenmark Pharmaceuticals. With over 20 years of experience across sectors including tech, retail, FMCG, finance, and healthcare, Shweta brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique cross-sector perspective to the conversation. She shares insights into building impactful communication strategies, leading with empathy, and navigating the fast-paced, ever-evolving communications landscape. From discussing her career journey to unpacking the “three C’s” of effective communication—Clarity, Connection, and Consistency—Shweta offers valuable lessons for professionals at all stages of their careers. She emphasizes the power of story-listening, cultural intelligence, and authenticity, highlighting her favourite campaign, "Built by You”, a purpose-driven initiative centered on employee engagement and the power of authentic storytelling. As she reflects, 'True communication goes beyond messaging—it's about creating real meaning.'" Don’t miss this inspiring and practical conversation that will leave you thinking differently about leadership, empathy, and the future of our field. Listen now on your favourite podcast platform. Tune in now to elevate your communication skills! If you have any questions or feedback, reach out to us at [email protected].

In the latest episode of The Voice Podcast, IABC Ottawa host Anu Sharma explores the

evolving world of internal communications with a focus on supporting new Canadians

looking to enhance their communication skills. They are joined by two distinguished

guests: Vaibhav Joshi, a consultant at Crestview Strategy, and Shruti Gupta, an

experienced professional across various industries including technology, software,

retail, and First Nations utilities, and an active board member of IABC Manitoba.

Together, Vaibhav and Shruti discuss the unique challenges faced by immigrant

professionals, such as language barriers, cultural nuances, and the geopolitical

influences on their work. They also emphasize the importance of networking and

mentorship. Shruti highlights the value of research, strategic thinking, and clear

storytelling, while Vaibhav encourages communicators to focus on presentation skills,

clear diction, a strong elevator pitch, and simple, jargon-free writing.

Listeners will also be introduced to a curated selection of recommended resources,

including books, newsletters, blogs, and podcasts, to support their growth at every stage

of their careers.

Tune in now to elevate your communication skills! If you have any questions or

feedback, reach out to us at [email protected].

Join IABC Ottawa hosts Anu Sharma and Aishwarya Chauhan as they explore the evolving world of internal communications in the latest episode of The Voice Podcast.

In this insightful conversation, Wemimo Onikan, an expert with over 13 years of experience in internal and external communications, shares practical strategies for effectively engaging employees, measuring communication success and fostering a connected workplace culture. She highlights combining data-driven insights with qualitative feedback to create meaningful and impactful communication.

Wemimo’s rich experience across the non-profit, public and private sectors enables her to offer valuable advice on elevating an organization’s mission through strategic internal communications and employee engagement.

Besides, discover useful resources recommended by Wemimo to enhance your skills as a communicator, like Rachel Miller’s Candid Comms Podcast, Craig Smith’s Engage in Internal Comms and Brené Brown’s Dare to Lead audiobook.

Listen to the episode filled with actionable tips, leadership lessons and inspiration for those looking to make a meaningful impact in internal communications.

Click the link to tune in now! Have questions or feedback? Reach out to us at [email protected] 

Join IABC Ottawa as hosts Anu Sharma and Aishwarya Chauhan explore the critical role of Indigenous communications in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Métis leader Elizabeth Bunney, with over 20 years of experience, shares insights on amplifying Indigenous voices, cultural sensitivity, and reconciliation. She also provides a helpful list of Indigenous terminology and recommends Kim Clark's podcast, "Communicate Like You Give A Damn." Tune in for inspiring communication practices and actionable tips for inclusivity. Share your feedback at [email protected].

Discover the future of communications in the latest episode of The Voice from IABC Ottawa. In the episode "Evolving Communications with Emerging Technologies," our host, Anu Sharma, talks to Ross Monaghan and Paroma Datta, who share their insights into the dynamic world of emerging technologies like ChatGPT.

Have you considered taking the leap from consultant to entrepreneur? Join us for a radically honest discussion about the fears, potential challenges and benefits to becoming your own boss, with IABC Ottawa’s own past President, Kelly Rusk of Kelly Rusk Consulting. You won’t want to miss this episode full of insights on how to prepare for taking the leap with a glimpse into what a future of owning your own business could look like through her journey.  

Let’s talk government relations (GR). A lot has changed since our last GR episode in 2019, so it’s high time to revisit this sector. In this episode, we discuss changes within the sector due to COVID-19, and the evolution of what work looks like for GR professionals and stakeholders. Joined by Megan Buttle, President of the Government Relations Institute of Canada (GRIC), this is an episode with transferrable tactics you don’t want to miss. 

What is ChatGPT? It's an Artificial intelligence (AI) language bot that can answer all your questions in a conversational tone. While still a fairly new tool, ChatGPT is taking over the internet with its communication abilities and demonstration of technological advancement. In this episode, we talk to Samuel Chen, the head of marketing at Fullintel, about how he’s using Chat GPT as a brainstorming tool for communications work. We talk about what it can do, what it can’t, and what communications professionals should keep in mind if they’re incorporating ChatGPT into their work. If you're a comms professional or curious about technology and where it's headed, this is definitely an episode for you!