Candid Comms podcast with Rachel Miller – Details, episodes & analysis

Welcome to episode one of the Candid Comms podcast, which connects internal communication professionals to the latest advice and guidance to help you thrive in your role. Your host is international Comms consultant, trainer and mentor Rachel Miller of All Things IC.

Welcome to the second episode of the Candid Comms podcast with Rachel Miller. 

I've revealed what you need to know, do and think about if you want to transform your internal communication. 

In this week's episode you'll discover: 

• Why you need to define transformation.
• The analogy I use when creating a transformation process.
• Why you need to focus on qualitative insights, so you can make informed decisions. 
• Practical ideas and inspirational advice to help you transform your internal comms.
• How to think about the future state of your communication.
• Some of the techniques I use with All Things IC's clients to help them transform their organisation's communication.

Do let me know what you think of this episode and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe.

Useful links:

Rachel's All Things IC website, featuring 1500 free blog posts.

All Things IC Online Masterclasses, where you can enrol in training.

Show notes: allthingsic.com/podcast.

Find Rachel on Twitter @AllThingsIC, Instagram @rachelallthingsic or LinkedIn.

Thank you for stopping by,

Rachel.

About Rachel Miller is an international communication consultant, trainer and mentor who helps Comms professionals thrive via her business, All Things IC. She lives in London, UK. 

Have you been asked to prove the value of internal communication? Do you know how to do that?

In this 11th episode of the Candid Comms podcast, I've analysed how to prove the value of internal communication.

I examine a quote I heard recently: "Leaders know the importance, but not the value of internal comms" and break it down.

I've also shared my experiences of organisations without a dedicated Comms team in place.

This episode is packed with practical ideas and inspirational advice, to help internal communicators thrive in their role.

It covers:

• What does it mean to prove the value of IC?
• What's the difference between internal communication and internal communications?
• The importance of measuring and defining value
• Advice for internal communicators.

Do let me know what you think of this episode and don't forget to rate, review and follow, so other Comms pros can benefit too.

Useful links:

Show notes for episode 11.

All show notes: allthingsic.com/podcast.

Rachel's All Things IC website, featuring 1500 free blog posts.

All Things IC Online Masterclasses, where you can enrol in training.

Find Rachel on Twitter @AllThingsIC, Instagram @rachelallthingsic or LinkedIn.

Thank you for stopping by,

Rachel.

Are you starting out in the world of internal communication?

In this 12th episode of the Candid Comms podcast, I've shared what you need to know when you're entering the profession.

If you're mentoring or managing new internal communicators, it will help you too. 

This episode is packed with practical ideas and inspirational advice, to help internal communicators thrive in their role.

It covers:

• The Institute of Internal Communication's #IChoseIC campaign
• Mentoring programmes
• Professional memberships
• Where to find IC pros online and join conversations
• The skills and behaviours you need to work in internal communication
• How to learn about internal communication from other Comms pros.

Do let me know what you think of this episode and don't forget to rate, review and follow, so other Comms pros can benefit too.

Useful links:

Show notes for episode 12.

All show notes: allthingsic.com/podcast.

Rachel's All Things IC website, featuring 1500 free blog posts.

All Things IC Online Masterclasses, where you can enrol in training.

Find Rachel on Twitter @AllThingsIC, Instagram @rachelallthingsic or LinkedIn.

Thank you for stopping by,

Rachel.

Are you responsible for communicating working patterns inside your organisation? Do you need to make any changes to your internal communication channels due to home workers? Are your stakeholders asking you for Comms advice and guidance relating to hybrid working? If so, I’ve got you covered.

This 13th episode of the Candid Comms podcast is packed with practical ideas and inspirational advice, to help internal communicators thrive in their role.

It covers:

• What hybrid working is
• What different working patterns mean for internal communication
• My CLEAR model: Clarifying, Listening, Evaluating, Articulating and Reviewing 
• What other companies are doing
• How to communicate hybrid working.

Do let me know what you think of this episode and don't forget to rate, review and follow, so other Comms pros can benefit too.

Useful links:

Rachel's new Online Masterclass: The internal communicator's guide to hybrid working.

Show notes for episode 13.

All show notes: allthingsic.com/podcast.

Rachel's All Things IC website, featuring 1500 free blog posts.

All Things IC Online Masterclasses, where you can enrol in training.

Find Rachel on Twitter @AllThingsIC, Instagram @rachelallthingsic or LinkedIn.

Thank you for stopping by,

Rachel.

What are your company's values?

Do you have a consistent way of communicating them? Do they feel like words on the wall rather than lived behaviours?

This 14th episode of the Candid Comms podcast is packed with practical ideas and inspirational advice, to help internal communicators thrive in their role.

It covers:

• Why values are important
• Common mistakes I see companies making
• The mindset we need to have
• What other companies are doing 
• Top tips and advice you can try today.

Do let me know what you think of this episode and don't forget to rate, review and follow, so other Comms pros can benefit too.

Useful links:

Rachel's new Online Masterclass: The internal communicator's guide to hybrid working.

Show notes for episode 14.

All show notes: allthingsic.com/podcast.

Rachel's All Things IC website, featuring 1500 free blog posts.

All Things IC Online Masterclasses, where you can enrol in training.

Find Rachel on Twitter @AllThingsIC, Instagram @rachelallthingsic or LinkedIn.

Thank you for stopping by,

Rachel.

What is it like to work as a Comms Director inside an organisation?

When do you know if you're ready for your next career move?

What's it like to work internationally?

This 15th episode of the Candid Comms podcast features Frank Dias, Global Internal Communications Director at AXA XL.

It is packed with practical ideas and inspirational advice, to help internal communicators thrive in their role.

Our candid conversation covers:

• Frank's career path
• Why he thinks measurement is critical for IC teams
• What it's like to work internationally
• How he views the role of a Comms Director
• Top tips and advice you can try today.

Do let me know what you think of this episode and don't forget to rate, review and follow, so other Comms pros can benefit too.

This is the penultimate episode of season one. Thank you for supporting the show since its launch in January 2021.

Useful links:

Rachel's new Online Masterclass: The internal communicator's guide to hybrid working.

Show notes for episode 15.

All show notes: allthingsic.com/podcast.

Rachel's All Things IC website, featuring 1500 free blog posts.

All Things IC Online Masterclasses, where you can enrol in training.

Find Rachel on Twitter @AllThingsIC, Instagram @rachelallthingsic or LinkedIn.

Thank you for stopping by,

Rachel.

This is the final episode of season one and it goes behind the scenes of the Candid Comms podcast. 

I'm joined by my Producer, Debbie West of Seren Creative.

This episode covers:

• A look back at season one
• How the podcast is produced
• Why I relaunched my podcast after a six year break
• The highs and lows of recording in lockdown
• How the podcast got its name
• Kit recommendations
• What to expect in season two. 

Do let me know what you think of this episode and don't forget to rate, review and follow, so other Comms pros can benefit too.

Thank you to my guests and listeners for being part of season one. We'll be taking a short break and will be back soon with season two.

Useful links:

Rachel's new Online Masterclass:The internal communicator's guide to hybrid working.

Show notes for episode 16.

All show notes: allthingsic.com/podcast.

Rachel's All Things IC website, featuring 1500 free blog posts.

All Things IC Online Masterclasses, where you can enrol in training.

Find Rachel on Twitter @AllThingsIC, Instagram @rachelallthingsic or LinkedIn.

Thank you for stopping by,

Rachel.

Welcome to the first episode of season two.

This week's episode focuses on working strategically in internal communication.

This episode covers:

• Jargon busting - what does it mean to be strategic?
• How can internal communicators work strategically?
• What does good look like?
• How to know if you're working in a strategic way
• Skills map from the Institute of Internal Communication
• Thoughts on being a trusted adviser
• Job titles.

Do let me know what you think of this episode and don't forget to rate, review and follow, so other Comms pros can benefit too.

Useful links:

Rachel's new Online Masterclass:The internal communicator's guide to hybrid working.

Show notes for episode one.

All show notes: allthingsic.com/podcast.

Rachel's All Things IC website, featuring 1500 free blog posts.

All Things IC Online Masterclasses, where you can enrol in training.

Find Rachel on Twitter @AllThingsIC, Instagram @rachelallthingsic or LinkedIn.

Thank you for stopping by,

Rachel.

Are you looking for a job as an internal communicator?

Perhaps you're looking to move into the profession, or would like to find a new role. 

This episode will help you think it through. 

It covers:

• How to apply for internal communication roles
• How to prepare for an interview
• Ways to learn about organisations
• The best ways to sell yourself
• Questions to consider asking in interviews.

Do let me know what you think of this episode and don't forget to rate, review and follow, so other Comms pros can benefit too.

Useful links:

Rachel's new Online Masterclass:The internal communicator's guide to hybrid working.

Show notes for episode two.

All show notes: allthingsic.com/podcast.

Rachel's All Things IC website, featuring 1500 free blog posts.

All Things IC Online Masterclasses, where you can enrol in training.

Find Rachel on Twitter @AllThingsIC, Instagram @rachelallthingsic or LinkedIn.

Thank you for stopping by,

Rachel.