#7 Karen Khaw on taking digital transformation seriously as a Comms pro

This week's guest on The Comms Careers Podcast, Karen Khaw, is an ex-banker, author, disruptor and entrepreneur - not your usual descriptors of a Comms Pro, so be prepared for a fascinating conversation and cutting-edge perspectives of the future world of Communications! We talk about topics such as - Stepping out of your comfort zone, taking risks and finding your career highs as a consequence - Bringing experienced and newbie, junior communicators together to support NGOs and their charitable missions to upskill, network, enhance careers and make a difference - The power of networking and why you're missing out on career enhancement if you use the 'I'm too busy' excuse. - A key way to enhance your 'trusted advisor' role that you've likely not considered - What digital transformation means for Communicators and the art of the possible - Taking a future-forward approach to embracing and leveraging AI and tech in Communications - Why personal skillsets are arguably more important than technological advances - The importance of personal branding and looking at yourself as a personal business to stay ahead of the curve Karen is Founder of ⁠V-Engage⁠⁠ - a specialist business consultancy helping companies navigate the digital to virtual world. Connect with Karen on LinkedIn 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/