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Janet Generally Speaking

Janet Generally Speaking

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 I'm Janet Gericke, a communications professional, business owner, magazine junkie, avid reader, and sometimes crafter. I am the founder of The Communications Circle, which is the hub of my business. This podcast features various series, including the INSPIRE series, which offers insights into people who inspire me. It also provides answers to questions relevant to the PR communications industry, as featured in INSIDE PR. Additional series will be added as conversations evolve and expand. With INSPIRE, I will bring you exclusive conversations with women who are making their mark in the world. My guests will share their unique stories, experiences, and perspectives, offering valuable insights into their journeys and the lessons they have learned along the way. INSIDE PR is a Q&A series for the PR industry, where I ask industry professionals questions, guiding interns and providing reminders to account directors. Join me, won't you? Links: https://thecommunicationcircle.co.za/ LinkedIn: Janet Gericke https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetgericke/J Gericke Self-Help Social Sciences Success
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  • Gen Allen on Leadership, Learning and Staying Calm When Things Go Wrong

    Gen Allen on Leadership, Learning and Staying Calm When Things Go Wrong
    Dec 19 2025
    In this episode of Generally Speaking, Janet sits down with Gen Allen for an open, thoughtful conversation about work, learning and leadership.
    Gen talks about growing up around business, finding her way through marketing and education, and why she never stopped studying while building her career. They discuss women in business, confidence, mentorship and the value of staying calm and clear-headed when things don’t go to plan.
    From franchising and childcare to navigating corporate life and COVID, this is a grounded, honest conversation full of perspective and lived experience. LinkedIn
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    35 mins
  • Lawyer by day, writer always

    Lawyer by day, writer always
    Oct 27 2025
    It was a great pleasure spending time with Gail Schimmel for this episode. Gail is a lawyer (with 4 degrees) working for the Advertising Regulatory Board and the author of at least 7 books in her name and co-author as Katie Gayle in a murder mystery series.

    In this episode, we chatted about her childhood writing stories, her journey to becoming a lawyer and an author and finally, we discover what she is listening to in her car!

    ARB: https://www.arb.org.za/ LinkedIn
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    44 mins
  • Committed to sustainability and activism with Yasmine Miemiec

    Committed to sustainability and activism with Yasmine Miemiec
    Sep 10 2024
    Janet chats with Yasmine Miemic, owner and founder of 5Inc and EcoSpirit, where they discuss Yasmine’s commitment to activism and sustainability. Yasmine shares with us the influence of her father and uncle. Finally, we hear whether it’s chips or chocolate in the quick-fire questions.

    For more about Yasmine’s businesses, visit 5Inc https://5inc.co.za/ and EcoSpirit https://ecogifts.co.za/ Janet Generally Speaking Podcast · LinkedIn
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    27 mins
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