The WordBirds Podcast with Chris Willis

From Tactics to Strategic Influence: How Communicators Can Drive Real Business Impact

Season 6 Episode 9

Why it matters: Communicators often get stuck in tactical roles, but real value comes from strategic influence. In this episode, Bronagh Hanley, Partner & CCO at Preface Global, shares how she built influence at companies like Netflix and Discovery, and how you can too.

Key takeaways:

  • Ask "why" to uncover the strategy behind every communication.
  • Build C-suite relationships by proving the business value of comms.
  • Learn how one strategic move can shift your entire career.

Go deeper: Listen to Bronagh’s insights on shaping corporate communication into a business-driving force.