On the new episode of The Voice, Sherry Aske talks with Andrea Greenhous, President of Vision2Voice Communications, an Ottawa-based Strategic Internal Communications Company, about communications and the future of work, specially how organizations and companies are communicating with their employees right now about the evolving work situation.

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We wrap up the season with IABC Ottawa President and Startup Canada CEO Kayla Isabelle and a look back at the highs and lows of managing a volunteer board of directors during the global pandemic. Kayla reflects on how IABC Ottawa worked to engage volunteers and support members during a demanding and unpredictable year. 

How do we build resilience during the global pandemic, at a time when we’re worn out, isolated, and the communications industry we’re part of is moving at a grueling pace?

In this episode, Tara Sutorius, a leadership and wellness coach and communications director at Export Development Canada, joins us to discuss building resiliency, why it matters, and how it can benefit communicators. She shares how to build healthy habits and put your wellness first. Plus, volunteer of the month Brooke Anderson joins us for the Lightning Round. 

Landing your first job in the communications industry can be challenging at the best of times. The COVID-19 pandemic has created a whole new set of challenges for both graduates and employers. We talk to Elif Zaimler, a recent communications graduate, about her experience job hunting during the pandemic, as well as Olivia Nixon, a recruiter and communications specialist for the Marler Search Group, about what’s changed for employers. Plus IABC Ottawa’s volunteer of the month Priscilia Kabengele joins us for the lightning round.

As we approach the one year anniversary of the shift to working-from-home, so much about the world we live and work in remains in a state of flux. How can communications professionals work and plan effectively during the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic? In this episode, Tammy Scott, Vice President of Corporate Communications at Export Development Canada, shares her takeaways from the past year as well as advice for keeping communications objectives on track. Plus, IABC Ottawa volunteers Khatia Odzelashvili and Erica Principe answer questions in a double-feature of the lightning round.

What does the shift to working from home, video calls and virtual events mean for accessibility and inclusion? While some barriers have been eliminated, there are new considerations for managers, event planners and communications professionals to think about. In this month’s episode, strategic designer Jordana Globerman shares accessible approaches to hosting meetings and events. Plus, accessibility advocate Zachary Weeks offers advice on what platforms to use and services to include to improve accessibility for everyone. 

Setting career goals doesn’t have to be about chasing achievements. It can be about prioritizing work that brings you joy. In this episode, IABC Ottawa member and mentor Benoit Laplante walks us through his process for setting short and long term goals. We also talk about the benefits of career coaching and mentorship programs, whether you’re a senior manager or just starting out. Plus, Volunteer of the Month Melissa Adey joins us for the lightning round.

In many ways, the pandemic put the communication and marketing industry on fast-forward in 2020. Campaigns are being updated and adapted at twice the speed to keep pace with shifting values, opportunities and uncertainties.

In this episode, Media Launch creative director Sharif Virani joins us to share the comms trends he’s observed this year, including his thoughts on the viral video app TikTok, and whether your brand needs to be on it. 

Plus, November’s Volunteer of the Month, Rafael Dezordi, joins us for the lightning round.

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has been felt in every aspect of our lives, especially our careers. In this episode of The Voice, digital manager and entrepreneur Amanda Bernardo speaks to us about weighing the risks of switching jobs, finding "the glue" that keeps teams connected, and making a go-of-it when you're just starting out. 

The months-long pandemic has had an immense impact, often adversely, on women. Not only have women been hit hard by job loss, but those who have been lucky enough to keep their jobs are struggling to balance child care with professional duties.

We speak to entrepreneur, communications expert, IABC member, and mother Caroline Kealey about this.