The biggest problem with ESG is how it’s framed. By changing the language of ESG, companies can move forward with confidence – and with the support of many of even the most skeptical Americans.
The language of ESG is killing ESG

The biggest problem with ESG is how it’s framed. By changing the language of ESG, companies can move forward with confidence – and with the support of many of even the most skeptical Americans.
In this episode of Hearsay, Michael Maslansky, Will Howard, and Keith Yazmir discuss the delicate balance of serving stakeholders while remaining authentic and credible.
The battle over ESG is in full view and is the center of the latest culture war, with many companies caught in the middle. But does the public really oppose the substance of ESG? Or is this just a case of mistaken identity? And can companies find a way forward without risking the wrath of the newly emboldened right?
In this episode of HearSay, Michael Maslansky, Lee Carter, and guest Will Howard cover new research on the language of ESG and how companies can find a path forward that serves stakeholders and customers on both sides of the political aisle.