The Third Certainty: Leading Through an Age of Volatility
Jennifer Spaude Jennifer Spaude

The Third Certainty: Leading Through an Age of Volatility

Ben Franklin was wrong. He said there are only two certainties: Death and Taxes. He forgot the third: Uncertainty itself.

In 2026, uncertainty isn’t a periodic storm. It’s the climate we live in. AI disruption, geopolitical shifts, and economic volatility are the new backdrop for every board meeting, every decision.

The difference between a resilient organization and one in chaos isn’t the size of the crisis or change. It’s the clarity and the timing of the message.

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The Shift in IR Expectations
Jennifer Spaude Jennifer Spaude

The Shift in IR Expectations

Today’s investor relations demands clarity, candor, and strategic storytelling. Investors aren’t just listening for results. They expect clarity, candor, and context in real time. Companies earning trust today are the ones communicating beyond the numbers.

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Transformation Weariness in an Age Where Everything is Called Transformative.
Jennifer Spaude Jennifer Spaude

Transformation Weariness in an Age Where Everything is Called Transformative.

In a world where everything is described as “transformative,” true transformation is losing its meaning. Leaders often overuse the term, and organizations face growing fatigue around change.

Real transformation is hard, emotional, and messy—it demands honesty, transparency, and relentless communication.

I’ve shared 5 tips to help leaders communicate real transformation with clarity and build trust along the way. Because at the heart of every change are people and how we lead them matters.

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