Tue, 17 November 2009  Communication Planning in Times of Turmoil: How to Plan and be
NimbleKaren Horn, Principal, Horn Communication Communicators know that planning is a fundamental resource in their proverbial toolkits. Are you and your team disciplined in your planning approach? When was the last time you updated your plan template? Listen to this brief interview of communication strategist Karen Horn, as she discusses some of the points she planned to deliver on Nov. 18 during an IABC/Chicago lunch seminar. Karen was interviewed prior to the lunch seminar by IABC/Chicago member Julia Winn. Arguably no one had a better view of turbulent times than Karen Horn, who led Washington Mutual’s communication team through the good times and as it spiraled into the largest bank failure. With access to the C-Suite executives and Board of Directors, Karen and her team made a positive impact during the most challenging of times. Moreover, they worked their plan knowing that the changes would affect them as well as the other employees. Lunch seminar attendees:
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Sun, 27 September 2009  In a 14-minute interview on the final day of the Sept. 22-24 Strategic Communication Management Summit 2009 in Chicago, Tom interviews Claire Leheny, Melcrum Director, North America.They discuss:
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Fri, 18 September 2009  In a 16-minute interview a few days prior to leading an IABC/Chicago lunch seminar, Tribune Company communication executive Gary Weitman spoke with Tom Keefe about journalism, public relations and the changing landscape for communicators and media companies. If you are in the Chicago area on Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2009, attend the IABC/Chicago event to join in a frank and revealing discussion with Gary. Here is information about the event. Tuesday, September 22, 2009 "Crisis Communication in a Changing Media Environment — A Conversation with Tribune Company"
Gary will explain how his team handled these situations and how a constantly changing media environment applies to real world communications. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Maggiano's Little Italy 516 N Clark St (at Grand) Chicago Even if you cannot attend the presentation and discussion, enjoy this interview. I also will post a link to a video interview of Gary that will be recorded on the day of his presentation in Chicago. 00:00 Intro and Opening Comment
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Sun, 12 July 2009  Why would a company pay Infoble (http://infoble.com) to create and/or manage the distribution and tracking of podcasts? Because Infoble can overcome many of the barriers facing corporate podcasts, including bandwidth, information security, measurement of ROI, searchable archived content and more. 00:00 Intro
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Wed, 10 June 2009  Robert Swan, OBE, is a polar explorer, environmental leader and special envoy to the director of UNESCO. As the first man to walk across both the North and South Poles, Swan witnessed firsthand the damage to the polar regions. Over a five-year period, he removed and recycled more than 1,500 tons of waste from the Antarctic Peninsula. He is a noted speaker at global environmental summits, a U.N. Goodwill Ambassador for Youth and a visiting professor at the School of Environment at Leeds University. In 1995, Swan was awarded the Order of the British Empire (OBE). On June 10, he delivered a powerful message to 1,200+ communicators gathered at the IABC 2009 World Conference in San Francisco. He also asked for help. Listen to this 1-minute interview to hear what amazing challenge Swan announced at the IABC World Conference, and how you can help.
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Mon, 8 June 2009  These Quick & Dirty podcasts are unedited MP3 recordings made with my portable digital recorder at the IABC 2009 World Conference at the SF Marriott in San Francisco. #3 was recorded on Monday, June 8, 2009 following a presentation by Lynn Patterson, director of corporate responsibility at RBC Financial Group, Ontario, Canada. Lynn's presentation, "The Suite Spot: Transforming your corporate responsibility report into a communication suite," included ideas for moving away from a focus on corporate responsibility reports so that communicators instead can provide a "suite" of communications tailored to key audiences across appropriate media. Our discussion covered the reasons to move in the direction of CS communications suites, examples of how it is done at RBC, and the possibly surprising thought that CSR departments may one day disappear--but the work won't. Direct download: Quick_Dirty_SF_3-Lynn_Patterson_CSR_Communications.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 8:51 PM Comments[1] |
Sun, 7 June 2009  These Quick & Dirty podcasts are unedited MP3 recordings made with my portable digital recorder at the IABC 2009 World Conference at the SF Marriott in San Francisco. #1 was recorded Saturday morning, June 6, 2009 in a cab. The interview is with Stacey Thornberry, IABC 2009 Conference Manager, as we headed to the Ocean Beach cleanup event. Subsequent podcasts will include interviews with IABC World Conference session presenters and attendees. Stay tuned! Direct download: Quick_and_Dirty_San_Francisco-1_Stacey_Thornbury_file0185.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:56 AM Comments[0] |
Sun, 7 June 2009  These Quick & Dirty podcasts are unedited MP3 recordings made with my portable digital recorder at the IABC 2009 World Conference at the SF Marriott in San Francisco. #2, recorded Sunday morning, June 7, 2009 in my room at the Marriott. Summary of the events in which I've participated since arriving here on Friday afternoon: Meetup with Mike Zimet of the IABC SR Committee and two IABC IT staffers, Isaac and Tonia. Community service event (beach cleanup). Walking tour of Union Square / Chinatown. The above photo shows the two SF Chapter hosts, Molly Walker and Janet Bailey (seated, wearing black shirts) and Russell Grossman (standing to the left). Bumping into IABC leaders and colleagues. Subsequent podcasts will include interviews with IABC World Conference session presenters and attendees. Stay tuned! Comments[2] |
Sun, 5 October 2008  Show 21 Commakazi Speek Jason Ryan Dorsey, the Gen-Y Guy (tm) An 8-minute interview with author and speaker Jason Ryan Dorsey, who shares some information about the Gen-Y generation that isn't the typical points covered in a "Generations in the Workplace" seminar. Direct download: Show_21_Commakazi_Speek_Jason_Ryan_Dorsey_the_GenY_Guy.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 10:36 AM Comments[0] |
Sun, 28 September 2008  Social Responsibility—A Discussion with communications expert Roger D'Aprix. Commakazi Speek Podcast, Show #20 Sept. 28, 2008 Show Notes: 00:00–00:45 Roger D'Aprix out-take re: social responsibility (SR) Recorded on Sept. 22, 2008 at the Melcrum Strategic Communication Management Summit in Chicago. Show theme, "Rollin'" by Barry McCabe Direct download: Show_20-CommaKazi_Speek_Podcast_Roger_DAprix_and_SR.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 5:40 PM Comments[0] |
Tue, 29 July 2008 00:00 Introduce Guests 01:15 Intro 01:30 EIU Journalism Enrollments Remain High 02:15 Preparing for a Different Sort of Newsroom 03:00 Journalism as a Career Path 05:00 Rick Popley, Chicago Tribune. Today's Newsroom 07:15 Is Journalism Worth Pursuing as a Career? 09:00 Ethics and the J-Student 10:00 Blogging and Journalism 11:50 The Gene Seymour Scholarship Comments[0] |
Sat, 4 August 2007  CommaKazi Speek Podcast Show 17Aug. 4, 2007 An interview with Kem Meyer, communications director at Granger Community Church, Granger, Indiana, USA I interviewed Kem Meyer of Granger Community Church just after she had led a day-long communication workshop for church communicators. I also got reactions from some of my fellow workshop participants. We discussed the similarities and differences between communications produced by a church, by other not-for-profit organizations, and the corporate world. How does Granger Church manage to be edgy in the often staid world of organized religion? Listen to this 20-minute podcast to get some real insights into what is driving the success of this church as it reaches its community through a different kind of mind-set. 00:00 Interview excerpt and show intro 01:15 Differences between church communications and corporations 02:30 Are church communicators in a rut? 03:50 Communication "Re-Directors" 05:00 When leaders "don't get it" 06:20 Stow the style guide! 08:40 Getting centered during a media frenzy 09:45 Why not survey DURING worship? 10:50 Conference participants react: Matthew Peters, Fortville Christian Church, Fortville, IN Matt McConnell, Park Chapel, Greenfield, IN Colt Melrose, Bethel Church, Crown Point, IN Amanda Pelser, Southbrook Church, Weddington, NC Other links: Workshops at Granger wiredchurches.com Show theme, "Rollin'"; by Barry McCabe Comments[0] |
Thu, 12 July 2007  Communications that change the world for the better. A conversation with Bill Ryerson, president of Population Media Center. 00:00 Introduce Bill Ryerson, president, Population Media Center Population Media Center: 145 Pine Haven Shores Road, tom keefe commakazi speek iabc podcast bill+ryerson population population+media+center soap+operas melodramas
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Mon, 9 July 2007  An interview of Ned Lundquist, ABC, of JOTW fameCommaKazi Speek Show 15 Monday, July 9, 2007 This 12-minute podcast features an interview of Ned Lundquist, conducted on June 27, 2007 as we awaited our delayed flight to Chicago. Ned and I discuss the 2007 IABC International Conference in New Orleans and some observations about New Orleans, Ned's Job-of-the-Week (JOTW) email newsletter and website, and the current job market for communicators. One correction to my recorded introduction of Ned: He now is with Alion Science and Technology. Show theme, "Rollin'"; by Barry McCabe and the closing song, "It's Over," by Al Stravinsky of Doncaster UK, both are available from the PodSafe Music Network. Direct download: CommaKaziSpeek_Show15_Ned_Lundquist-final.mp3 Category: podcasts -- posted at: 9:26 PM Comments[0] |
Sun, 24 June 2007  Fifth in a series of unedited podcasts centered around New Orleans and the IABC International Conference held there June 24-27. In this podcast, Tom visits Confederate Memorial Hall, the oldest operating museum in Louisiana. It was erected to house records, artifacts, reports and memorabilia of the Civil War. Did the North really win the war? What killed more soldiers in this conflict than actual battle? Listen to find out. Confederate Memorial Hall
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Sun, 24 June 2007  Fourth in a series of unedited podcasts centered around New Orleans and the IABC International Conference held there June 24-27. In this podcast, Tom reads a poignant essay written by the 5th grade class from St. Paul's Episcopal School which was impacted by Hurricane Katrina, and what they believe should be done to protect the community from a repeat. This picture shows Jeremiah Gardner, his friend, Michael, and Isiah Gardner, all from McComb, Miss. posing in front of a display at the Louisiana Children's Museum, where Tom found the elementary school essay. The parents, Darin and Carol Gardner, gave permission for the kids to be photographed. The Louisiana Children's Museum is located at 420 Julia Street in New Orleans. Visit their website: www.lcm.org or call 504-523-1357. Comments[0] |
Sat, 23 June 2007  Another episode of "Quick 'n Dirty New Orleans." I spotted a special fundraising event that is being held from 8-11 p.m. on Saturday, June 23 at the Contemporary Arts Center. Bourbon and Burlesque--it will offer everything that you want out of an event: bourbon and specialty cocktails, a cigar bar, strolling models, food (cuisine by Bourbon House), a burlesque review and a musical performance by the Troy Sawyer Trio jazz. Best yet: it's a fundraiser for the CAC, so most of the ticket probably is tax deductible! I interviewed CAC Marketing and Public Relations Director Melissa Weber, who talked about this event, and the types of exhibits and events that are more typically held at CAC. Contemprary Arts Center, 900 Camp Street
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Fri, 22 June 2007  Second in a series of unedited podcasts centered around New Orleans and the IABC International Conference held there June 24-27. In this podcast, Tom explores part of New Orleans--mostly as he tries to find his way back to his hotel--all of this while completely sober! Along the way, he finds a couple of tips to share with other tourists. Comments[0] |
Mon, 28 May 2007 CommaKazi Speek Podcast Show 9 Send me your audio and email comments: tomATcommakazispeekDOTcom Show Notes Audioconferencing
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Fri, 4 May 2007  CommaKazi Speek Podcast Show 8Interview Date: May 2, 2007 A follow-up interview with crisis communications consultant Gerard Braud, taking a closer look at crisis communications planning two weeks after the Virginia Tech massacre. No, we haven't started summer reruns yet...this is a 12-minute follow-up conversation with a crisis communications expert who has helped many organizations prepare for the worst--and has seen firsthand how the lack of crisis planning can be as devastating as the crisis itself. Braud shares some important ideas--including why text messaging isn't the "answer" in a crisis like the Virginia Tech shootings. He also provides a glimpse into the presentation he will make this June in New Orleans at the International Conference of the International Association of Business Communicators. Show Notes 00:00 Intro 00:33 Anyone out there writing a crisis communications plan? 02:00 Communications can save lives! 02:40 This is affordable--and priceless 04:10 An emergency ops plan is NOT a crisis comms plan 06:20 What went wrong at Virginia Tech and why 07:15 Text messaging is not the "end-all, be-all" 08:15 Leadership behavior in a crisis 09:30 "It'll never happen here" and other fairy stories 11:30 Wrap-up Braud Communications, 408 Heavens Drive, Mandeville, LA 70471 Phone: 985-624-9976 (New Orleans) Fax: 985-674-9121 email: gerard@braudcommunications.com Technorati tags: Comments[3] |
Thu, 3 May 2007  CommaKazi Speek Podcast Show 7May 1, 2007 An interview with Kem Meyer, communications director at Granger Community Church, Granger, Indiana, USA Not-for-profit organizations often struggle to get their messages out to their publics. Volunteer help can be difficult to count on. How does Granger Church manage to be edgy in the often staid world of organized religion? Listen to this 20-minute interview to get some real insights into what is driving the success of this church as it reaches its community through a different kind of mind-set. 00:00 What is "effective communication"? 00:35 Show intro 01:10 Introduce Kem Meyer 01:40 How big is the church's communication staff? 04:00 It all starts at the senior leadership level 05:20 "Typical wisdom" typically is wrong 06:05 Word-of-mouth now dominates mass marketing 07:35 Do churches deal with trust issues like companies do? 08:20 Kem still is skeptical of organized religion 09:15 MyLameSexLife.com 11:30 Work smart, not hard 12:12 Working with volunteers 14:40 July 30 Communications Workshop at Granger 16:50 How do we know what our audience needs and wants? 18:20 A tip to help churches organize their publications 19:00 wiredchurches.com Show theme, "Rollin'"; by Barry McCabe Comments[0] |
Wed, 18 April 2007 CommaKazi Speek Podcast Show 6April 18, 2007 An interview with Gerard Braud on the topic of crisis communication planning. 00:00 Show theme, "Rollin'"; by Barry McCabe 00:15 Introduce Gerard Braud 01:00 Virginia Tech tragedy 01:25 Flawed Crisis Plan / A Learning Experience 07:30 Phones and Text Messages 10:30 Leaders in Crisis 15:30 Denial in New Orleans 22:15 The Workshop and Tour 29:00 Yes, New Orleans is Safe to Visit! Braud Communications, 408 Heavens Drive, Mandeville, LA 70471 Phone: 985-624-9976 (New Orleans) Fax: 985-674-9121 email: gerardATbraudcommunicationsDOTcom Comments[0] |
Sun, 1 April 2007 CommaKazi Speek Show 5 April 1, 2007 Tom Keefe, Host Guest: Shelly Cole,web designer and member of the WordPress Install4Free Team. Contact Shelly via email: shellyATanekostudiosDOTcom Contact Shelly via her website: http://anekostudiosDOTcom WordPress: http://wordpressDOTorg Install4Free Team: http://install4freeDOTwordpressDOTcom 00:00 Introduce Shelly Cole 01:15 Why WordPress? 03:15 The Install4Free Team 04:47 How "Install4Free" Works 05:30 Install Password Tip 06:40 The list of blogging tools that Shelly has used 07:13 Use WordPress as a Content Management System 11:10 Plugins are Scripts on Steroids 12:27 What if I'm not a Techie Geek? 13:40 Wrapup Music courtesy of the PodSafe Music Network: "Paper Thin," by Andrea Harper Show theme, Rollin' by Scott McCabe Comments[1] |
Tue, 13 March 2007 CommaKazi Speek Show 3 posted on March 13, 2007 Participants: Gerri Nowoczynski, Kraft Foods Global Information Systems Communications Manager (gnowoczynskiATkraftDOTcom) Jeffrey T. Walsh, KLC Associates Executive Vice President (jtwATklcassociatesDOTcom) Karen Memory, Walgreen's Home Care Tom Keefe, VW Credit Enterprise Communication Manager (tomDOTkeefeATvwcreditDOTcom) 00:00 Intro 00:50 What is a "Senior Communicator Forum"? 02:05 Topics: Social Media, Ethical Lapses 02:50 PR "Blooper List" 05:20 Hurting the Case for Social Media 06:05 Full Disclosure and Confidentiality 07:40 Educating Employees 11:45 Managing Translations 14:24 Get Info Past the "Roadblocks" 15:46 Reaching the Tightly Monitored Workforce 20:04 Let's Just Talk! 21:32 Wrapup Show theme, Rollin' by Scott McCabe Comments[0] |
Sun, 11 March 2007  00:00 Intro00:18 What is a Senior Communicator Forum? 01:10 Introduce discussion colleagues 01:45 Topic: social media within Kraft Foods 02:00 Gerri Nowoczynski explains her role within Kraft 02:40 Kraft's podcast 03:30 Initial employee feedback: Thanks for sharing vision, viewpoints 04:15 Also using Articulate software 05:00 Kraft's not blogging because... 05:35 Takes investment of time and energy to podcast & blog (Tom Keefe) 06:00 Disadvantage of not keeping blog content fresh (Karen Memory) 06:10 Sees a cooling of enthusiasm for blogging, but not podcasting (Jeff Walsh) 07:15 SharePoint provides forum for employee questions (Gerri) 08:30 Scramble to communicate after announced potential merger (Karen) 09:35 Challenges of public companies (Gerri) Show theme: "Rollin'" by Barry McCabe, courtesy of the PodSafe Music Network. Comments[0] |
Sat, 24 February 2007 A conversation regarding the balance between a secure company network and a stifled work environment. 00:01 Hello! 00:15 Introduce Grant Rowsen, CGA 01:05 Not a sales pitch 01:20 Web sites are blocked where Tom works 02:35 What are the "security concerns"? 04:20 Need stronger business case for access? 06:10 IT should be protective--and responsive 07:35 IT does have a job to do 08:40 Possible solutions 13:30 Artificial IT hurdles 15:15 The fine line 16:15 "Firefly" by Kevin Burdick Article: "Users Who Know Too Much And The CIOs Who Fear Them," CIO Magazine FEB 15, 2007 Comments[2] |
Thu, 8 February 2007 0:01 Introduction 1:40 What clutter? 3:05 Content matters 4:10 Use the right tool(s) 4:40 Can your CEO handle the truth? Comments[1] |
