In the season finale of HearSay, we discuss the language moments that defined politics, culture, and business in 2024 and what they might mean for 2025.
The Language Moments of 2024
December 22, 2024
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From Buzzwords to Meaning
December 10, 2024
In this episode of HearSay, Lee Carter, Maria Boos, and guest Rajni Samavedam, CEO of Rabin Martin, delve into why it’s important to go beyond corporate social responsibility, how to measure impact without the numbers, and actionable ways to reframe the story for success.
LIVE: Lessons from the 2024 Campaign Trail
November 21, 2024
This special live episode of HearSay will help you make sense of the election so you can thrive in these post-election days, with lessons from both sides that you can leverage for your own work.
Misinformation: How words shape perceptions
October 17, 2024
In this episode of HearSay, Partners Michael Maslansky, Lee Hartley Carter, and Katie Cronen navigate the complex terrain of “bad facts” in messaging—a topic that is as timely as it is uncomfortable.
New study shows investors see climate as critical to business performance
August 13, 2024
Do investors care about climate? Do they expect companies to act on it—and do they see it as an investment opportunity? Find answers from our research, in this thought-provoking piece from Michael Maslanksy and Will Howard, published on Harvard Business Review.org.
The power of choosing your words wisely
August 13, 2024
In economics and politics, using the right words is important. Financial Times spotlighted Michael Maslansky and our research on ESG investing, in this insightful piece about the power of words.
Selling Technological Innovation: A Lesson from the Moon Landing
July 17, 2024
Selling innovation in technology is hard. This piece shares some provocative thoughts and insightful tips for tech marketers, to successfully drive adoption of innovative tech.
The language of DEI is failing
April 30, 2024
If companies want to be inclusive, they need language that is inclusive. Today’s DEI is confusing and ineffective, at best, and polarizing and antagonizing, at worst. Check out this piece by CEO Michael Maslansky as he shares some key tips for changing your diversity language to be more successful with your programs.
The Real Cost of Corporate Speak
March 14, 2024
In this episode of Hearsay, Michael Maslansky, Lee Carter, and Ben Feller explore different moments of crisis and share their insights on what the challenges of corporate speak are, what it cost corporations that do nothing, and the different solutions to manage a crisis.
Framing an Organization’s Mission with Theirworld
February 21, 2024
Lee Carter, Ben Feller, Will Howard, and podcast guest Justin van Fleet from Theirworld talk through the process we go through in framing an organization’s mission and impact in a way that ensures you’re heard the right way.