#12 Paul Osgood on core skills and secret weapons to advance your credibility and career

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The Comms Careers Podcast

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The Comms Careers Podcast aims to showcase a series of down-to-earth, honest and inspiring career journeys told by Comms professionals themselves. From the highs, lows and plateaus, with both hindsight and foresight, we explore what it takes to navigate the Comms world today and thrive. Born out of a shared passion for enabling others to thrive in the Comms world, Lisa Macmillan and Jo Hall wanted to create a platform where inspiring Comms professionals could share their career journeys, life lessons and wisdom for the betterment of others who aspire to excel in their Comms careers.

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#12 Paul Osgood on core skills and secret weapons to advance your credibility and career

The Comms Careers Podcast

36 minutes 29 seconds

1 year ago

#12 Paul Osgood on core skills and secret weapons to advance your credibility and career

In another cracker of an episode, we chat with Paul Osgood on The Comms Careers Podcast today.

Paul is Global Head of Internal Communications at Clifford Chance and shares highlights from his extensive career in corporate communications, including his role as a speechwriter for the Chairman and Chief Executive at NatWest Group, setting up an internal communications practice at Brunswick Group, and leading internal communications during a digital transformation at Philips.

Words of wisdom from Paul include:

- Why authenticity and vulnerability are so important in communications, especially during challenging times

- An under-appreciated skill that's essential for understanding stakeholders, managing senior leaders and gaining valuable perspectives to enhance your career.

- Top tips for helping leaders be more human and empathetic in their communications

- The Communicator's best friend and secret weapon to be a key influencer

- Note to hiring managers: Think outside the box - Why taking risks on new talent can lead to great rewards and a more diverse and capable team.

- Skills that professional Communicators absolutely need and should invest in!

You can connect with Paul here on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulosgood/

This podcast is brought to you by Jo Hall & Lisa Macmillan and our trusty Producer, Connor Wells.

Jo supports Comms Pros facing redundancy, returns to work, career changes and crises of confidence. Specialising in personal leadership, Imposter Syndrome and career coaching, with extensive experience in Internal Communication, global leadership and Comms consultancy roles, Jo's coaching will help you navigate through any career chapter feeling totally clear and empowered to successfully take your next steps.

Book a free coaching session or discuss coaching program options with Jo: https://calendly.com/afire/20-minute-free-discovery-call-with-jo-hall

Find Jo on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johall/

Website: https://www.joannahall.co.uk

If you're seeking a new role, or you're looking for the perfect Comms professional to join or expand your team, Lisa prides herself on matching exceptional Comms talent with incredible roles across Europe, UK and AsiaPac by combining her extensive market knowledge and networks with a genuine interest in the clients she works with.

Find Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-macmillan-68b3b57/

Website: https://www.macmillan-consulting.com/