Russel Wasserfall Media Echoes & Influence

#11  AI in the Communications Space

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On this episode of Echoes & Influence, we speak with Sarah Gooding, PR and communications leader based in Gauteng, about the transformative impact of AI on the communications industry. From content creation to strategy, Sarah opened our eyes to what practitioners need to know to stay relevant in an AI-driven world.
Season 1 / Episode 11 5 Nov English South Africa Business · Education

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