In this episode of the Smart in Public podcast, the Katies welcome Cath Anderson to the pod to talk about narrative development, messaging, her board seat on Planned Parenthood, career breaks, and A LOT MORE.
For those that don't know Cath, she's a comms powerhouse with two decades of experience working in corporate communications and marketing roles. She specializes in shaping company narratives, mitigating reputation risk, and strategically positioning brands for long-term relevance and growth. Cath has built best-in-class communications teams, while advising CEOs and founders across various stages and sectors, from established global brands like Apple, Google, and Meta, to healthcare startups like Amwell and Cityblock Health. Her most recent role was a Corporate Comms Exec at Anthropic.
We tap into Cath's experience to discuss the challenges of navigating social and political issues in corporate communications, the significance of internal versus external messaging, and the art of crafting compelling narratives for executives.
Chapters
02:47 - Navigating Career Transitions and the Power Pause
05:40 - Engaging in Strategic Networking and Career Opportunities
08:30 - Board Membership and Advocacy in Women's Health
11:15 - Communications in a Changing Social Landscape
13:57 - Preparing Executives for Social Issues and Crisis Management
25:58 - Navigating Emotional Responses in Corporate Messaging
28:12 - The Importance of Internal Communication
32:08 - Building Trust Through Transparency
35:53 - Crafting Compelling Narratives for Executives
41:25 - Lessons in Humility and Growth
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