Over the years, I’ve had countless conversations with PR and comms professionals about the highs, the lows, and the constant need to adapt in our ever-evolving industry. It struck me — these stories, challenges, and lessons deserve to be shared. That’s why we launched the Viva PR Podcast PR in the Real World a couple of weeks ago. This is not intended to be your typical industry talk shop. It’s real people, sharing real stories about how they’ve tackled the biggest hurdles in their careers — and become stronger. From a personal point of view, the podcast has been a great way to connect with new people in the industry and reconnect with long-time friends I’ve worked alongside over the years. The stories they’ve shared have reminded me why I enjoy being involved in this industry in the first place — it’s full of creativity, resilience, and, above all, people who genuinely care about making an impact. From managing crises to navigating digital transformation, the conversations are honest, insightful, and, most importantly, practical. In short, hosting this podcast has been a privilege. However, I have to say I am not a big fan of hearing my own voice or seeing myself in these clips. I have always been the one behind the camera I don’t run towards the limelight. That said, it’s worth the pain as the feedback so far has been fantastic, and it’s clear there’s a real appetite for content that digs a little deeper, goes beyond the surface, and shines a light on the real side of PR. https://lnkd.in/eRDbjFBD #agencylife #PR #VivaPRPodcast #PublicRelations #Communications #StorytellingWithImpact #PRInsights #PRProfessionals #LearningTogether #PodcastLaunch #PRLeadership #ProblemSolving
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Congratulations on launching the Viva PR Podcast! 🎙️ It’s such a brilliant idea to spotlight the real stories behind PR and communications—the challenges, the lessons, and the creativity that drives the industry forward. The honest and practical approach you’ve described is sure to resonate with listeners and offer invaluable insights to professionals at all stages of their careers. Even if stepping into the limelight feels out of your comfort zone, it’s clear your efforts are making a big impact. Looking forward to tuning in and learning from these conversations! 👏✨
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2wthis is a great idea!