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2nd Aug 2023

Behind the Bob - the one with Lewis Williams

In this episode of Behind the Bob, Carrie-Ann talks with Lewis Williams, Senior Communications Officer at NHS Blood and Transplant, about his career to date and his advice for improving the diversity of the communications profession.

04:06 - routes into public sector comms

11:01 - the Socially Mobile programme

16:47 - the value of work experience (and the hidden cost)

20:44 - diversifying the industry

28:10 - the benefits of networking

36:50 - commitment to learning and development

In this episode Lewis gives shout outs to Stephen and Sarah Waddington for the Socially Mobile programme, Asif Choudry and the Comms Hero crew and Leanne Hughes, one of his colleagues.

Lewis also discusses the CIPR (Chartered Institute of PR) and the learning opportunities available.

Carrie-Ann and Lewis also recognise the value of mentoring, particularly early in your career as a communications professional and the value this can add personally and professionally.

Thank you Lewis for sharing your experiences, challenges and career highlights so far. Some really insightful advice and reflections to support others in the industry.

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About the Podcast

Behind the Bob
Diary of a Comms Director
Welcome to Behind the Bob, Diary of a Comms Director with me, Carrie-Ann Wade.

This podcast is all about developing communications leaders of the future and supporting you to grow and thrive in your comms career. You’ll hear from me about my experiences and insights and there might even be a special guest or two popping up.

Behind the Bob gives you a sneak peek into life as a comms director and provides you with all the "behind the scenes" knowledge to help you thrive as a communications leader.


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Carrie-Ann Wade

Carrie-Ann Wade is a communications director in the NHS with over 20 years of communications and marketing experience. She is also founder of Cat’s Pajamas Communications which focuses on mentoring communications professionals to grow and thrive in their careers.

She has most recently been a finalist in the inaugural Comms Hero Fearless Trailblazer award and shortlisted in the National Facilitation Awards 2023. She was named one of F:entrepreneur's #ialso100 2020 top female entrepreneurs and business leaders, and Cat’s Pajamas has been recognised in Small Business Saturday's UK #SmallBiz100, as a business with impact.

She is one part of the How to Take the Lead collaborative, and cohost of a podcast with the same name, exploring the challenges and opportunities of modern day leadership. Carrie-Ann also hosts ‘Behind The Bob, Diary of a Comms Director’, a podcast supporting aspiring communications leaders.

Find out more via www.cats-pajamas.co.uk