Janet Generally Speaking

Inspire: A personal journey leads to innovation

In this reflective episode of Janet Generally Speaking, Lauren Edmunds shares the personal journey that led her to create a child-led educational model for children with learning and behavioural challenges. Lauren opens up about parenting a child who struggled within the traditional school system, navigating denial and grief, and eventually building a school grounded in empathy, flexibility and holistic support. The conversation explores: Parenting children with diverse learning needs The emotional impact of educational diagnoses Why academic performance should not define identity The role of teachers beyond academics Building resilience through adversity Personal growth, grief and reinvention Books, climbing and finding motivation This episode is an honest and compassionate discussion about education, humanity and seeing the full child beyond marks and labels. Lauren's website for Omatas Learning Centre: https://omatas.co.za/ Link to Lauren's podcast: https://omatas.co.za/category/the-lauren-edmunds-podcast/ LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetgericke/]

Inside PR Q&A: Marketing seems to now include buying adverts, do they have the skills?

There are rules around advertising on any medium and platform, and we see that many companies are asking their marketing or communications team to be responsible for buying adverts, but do they know the laws? Gail Schimmel, CEO of the Advertising Revenue Board, answers the question about education around advertising. Gail on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gail-schimmel-9366b255/ ARB website: https://www.arb.org.za/ LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetgericke/]

Insider PR Q&A: What must you be aware of when advertising on social media?

Gail Schimmel, CEO of the Advertising Revenue Board, answers the question about social media and advertising. If you are an influencer or are working with influencers in your marketing and social media campaigns, this one is for you. The responsibility lies with you, not the influencer. Gail on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gail-schimmel-9366b255/ ARB website: https://www.arb.org.za/ LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetgericke/]

Inside PR Q&A: What type of complaints are you receiving at the ARB?

The advertising landscape and societal opinions change over time. We asked Gail Schimmel, the CEO of the Advertising Regulatory Board, whether they are receiving different kinds of complaints today than a few years ago. The answer will surprise you! Gail on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gail-schimmel-9366b255/ ARB Website: https://www.arb.org.za/ LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetgericke/]

Inside PR Q&A: What rules apply to advertising in a podcast

Gail Schimmel, CEO of the Advertising Revenue Board answers our question about the rules that apply to advertising in a podcast. Gail Schimmel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gail-schimmel-9366b255/ ARB website: https://www.arb.org.za/ SAPG website: https://www.sapg.co.za/ LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetgericke/]