Masters of Comms

How do you turn a reward program into a culture-building tool? In this episode of Masters of Comms, Rochelle Oakley, Internal Comms, Culture & Engagement Partner at Beazley, shares how her team successfully rolled out a shared incentive plan, boosting participation, recognition, and trust across a global workforce.From tailoring communications for different cultural contexts to ensuring leadership buy-in and meaningful non-monetary rewards, Rochelle gives us all her tips and tricks.Whether you're building a culture of recognition or launching a new incentive program, this episode is packed with real-life tactics and global insights you can use right away.Rochelle advised us to read "Successful Employee Communication: A Practitioner's Guide to Tools, Models and Best Practice for Internal Communication" by Sue Dewhurst & Liam Fitzpatrick.

Are you ready to level up your internal communications? Masters of Comms is pleased to welcome Pravin Patil, VP-Corp Comm & Head-IC at Axis Bank. In this epsisode we dive into understanding the 3 key pillars for successful internal comms and how to best align them for superior results.Join us as Pravin reveals how when branding, content & technology join forces, internal communications shine bright. Pravin advised us to read "Ikigai: Japanese Art of staying Young.. While growing Old" by Keira Miki.

Most internal comms teams have a tough enough job aligning employees. But what if the people wearing your brand don’t actually work for you? In this episode of Masters of Comms, we sit down with Stacie Barrett, Director of Internal Communications at Domino’s, to unpack how the global pizza giant keeps franchisees, frontline workers, and corporate teams aligned—even through massive transformations. It's the perfect episode to learn how to cut through the noise and drive real engagement.Stacie advised us to read "How the word is passed" by Clint Smith.

What is culture, really? Is it something you can define, or does it live in the unseen moments of our teams? In this episode of Masters of Comms, we sit down with Shane Hatton—global author, leadership coach, and culture expert—to dive into the heart of workplace culture.From navigating the “Leadership Dilemma” to creating “team memes” that stick, Shane unpacks the conversations every leader needs to celebrate what matters and challenge what doesn’t. Discover how to make culture explicit, align your teams, and design a workplace where people truly belong.Shane advised us to read The Moment of Lift, by Melinda Gates. 00:00 Welcome to Masters of Comms00:37 Meet Shane Hatton01:39 Defining Culture04:27 Challenges in Building Culture07:43 The Importance of Explicit Culture09:46 Conversations to Foster Engagement13:55 Using Language to Shape Culture21:54 Measuring and Tracking Culture24:49 Final Thoughts and Recommendations27:50 Conclusion and Farewell

Have you been procrastinating making your internal communication more inclusive? Not anymore.Masters of Comms is pleased to welcome Aniisu Verghese, founder of Intraskope. In this episode, we dive into what it means to have inclusive internal communication, why it is so important in the post-pandemic workplace, and how to make employees' voices heard in your organization. Join us to uncover practical steps to create an inclusive internal communication strategy.Aniisu advised us to read "The Best Place to Work: The Art and Science of Creating an Extraordinary Workplace" by Ron Friedman, PhD.00:00 Welcome to Masters of Comms00:45 Meet Aniisu Verghese, Founder of Intraskope02:02 Understanding Inclusivity in Internal Communications04:44 The Importance of Inclusivity Post-Pandemic06:30 Challenges in Implementing Inclusive Communications08:15 Real-World Example: Tesco's Inclusive Storytelling10:36 Measuring Success in Inclusive Communications11:43 Top Recommendations for Inclusive Internal Comms12:49 Aniisu's Books on Communication14:27 Aniisu's Book Recommendation15:20 Conclusion

Join us for a riveting episode of Masters of Comms featuring Diana Macovei from Takeda, where we delve into the nuanced world of employer branding. Explore how Takeda has mastered the art of fostering a vibrant workplace culture that not only attracts but also retains top talent on a global scale. From aligning internal stakeholder visions to effective storytelling that resonates worldwide, uncover the strategies that position Takeda as a top destination for pharmaceutical professionals. Tune in to gain valuable insights and actionable strategies that will help you transform your workplace into an environment where employees are empowered to succeed and thrive.Diana advised us to read "Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead" by Sheryl Sandberg.

Are you struggling to determine who is responsible for internal communication? Master of Comms is pleased to welcome Nandini Chatterjee, ex-CMO of 21 years at PwC, India. In this episode, we dive into which departments are responsible for which parts of internal communications and understand how best they can work collaboritively.Join us as we finally reveal the secret answer to "who is responsible for internal communication" and help you elevate your internal communications in the process.Nandini recommends us to read Booming Digital Brands, written by Harsh Pamanani.

Tune into this episode of Masters of Comms for a deep dive into the art of change management with Hannah King, Head of Global Employer Brand and Recruitment Operations, at Straumann Group. Discover how a global leader in dental solutions navigates the complex dynamics of introducing new technologies and processes across varied cultural landscapes. We'll explore the strategies that ensure smooth transitions, foster employee buy-in, and align internal communications to drive successful organizational change. Join us to learn about the tools and techniques that make change management at Straumann Group a blueprint for success in any industry.Hannah recommends us to watch the Mr. & Mrs. Smith TV series, created by Donald Glover and Francesca Sloane.

Are you ready to smartly integrate videos into your internal communication strategy? Master of Comms is pleased to welcome Asha Panicker, independent consultant in content strategy & corporate communication. In this episode, we dive into the role of videos in business communication, real life use cases of the use of video in internal communication, the rise of smart videos and ways to measure effectiveness of video communication. Join us as we reveal the power of videos to make your internal communications future ready.Asha recommends to watch the drama series "One Day" and the movie "12th Fail" directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra.

Is your organization heading for a merger? Effective employee communication is key to ensure its success. Master of Comms is pleased to welcome Preeti Sharma to guide us on the subject. Join us to reveal a step by step guide on how to ensure successful employee comms before, during and after a merger!Preeti' advised to read "Winning Minds: Secrets from the Language of Leadership" by Simon Lancaster.