In this episode of Work Reflection Conversations, Angela Weese is joined by Linda K. Carlisle, MSIMC, a fractional corporate communications partner with more than 30 years of experience helping organizations navigate high-stakes moments of change. Linda works with business leaders, VCs, private equity firms, and portfolio companies to solve communication and culture challenges during the “Moments that Matter™,” including mergers, acquisitions, restructures, leadership transitions, workforce reductions, turnarounds, technology implementations, and other disruptive organizational changes.

Together, Angela and Linda explore what it means to communicate when leaders feel like they are “flying the plane while building it.” Their conversation highlights why uncertainty requires honesty, alignment, and thoughtful preparation — not overconfident answers or improvised messaging. Linda shares practical guidance for executives, HR leaders, and managers on preserving trust, reducing fear, supporting psychological safety, and helping people move forward during difficult change.

If your organization is navigating change, or if you are responsible for communicating sensitive decisions to employees, this conversation offers timely insight into why strong communication is not just a nice-to-have — it is a critical risk management tool.

To connect with Linda or schedule a free 1-hour consultation about navigating disruptive organizational change more effectively, visit:
https://www.comm-ext.com/#contact