Our methodology

From signal to story

The energy transition is one of the biggest stories of our time. But most organisations struggle to be heard.

The challenge

Too much noise

The energy debate is saturated with competing voices, data, and agendas.

Unclear audience

Your stakeholders—investors, customers, regulators—have very different concerns. There isn't a one-size-fits-all.

Weak narrative

Without a clear, evidence-based point of view, even well-resourced communications fail to cut through.

Step 1

Diagnose

The “sleepless nights” stakeholder diagnostic

Structured scoping interviews

We engage your most important stakeholders—customers, supply chain partners, investors—with probing questions about the biggest challenges in the energy transition. We structure each interview with journalistic rigour to cut through the noise and reach true signal. Where possible, we validate insights with external experts in relevant areas of the energy transition.

Roundtable discussions

Roundtables provide a way to gather sentiments from multiple stakeholders at once. We create a safe environment where people can surface frictions and points of alignment as an iterative learning process, free of judgment. They are moderated by a Ramblas Labs expert to guide synthesis of insights that otherwise would stay in silos.

Due diligence

We contextualise the discussions and supplement findings from interviews and roundtables with insights from desk research, literature review, social listening, and news scraping.

Sample diagnostic questions

  • What is accelerating the energy transition and what is holding it back?
  • What does it mean to succeed in the energy transition?
  • Where do you wish you had more influence?
  • What is the hardest thing to discuss with your most important stakeholder?
  • If we asked these questions again in six months, what will have changed most?

Step 2

Define

The “flag planting” journey: your editorial positioning session

1

Present conclusions

We share synthesised findings from interviews, roundtables, and research—in plain language your leadership team can act on.

2

Evaluate alignment

We map stakeholder "sleepless nights" against your own strategic priorities.

3

Brainstorm implications

We facilitate a structured discussion on what the findings mean for your brand presence and market perception.

4

Define your issue space

We help you choose the specific areas where your voice is most credible, distinctive, and valuable.

Key questions we help you answer

  • How do we address stakeholder needs via thought leadership?
  • How should we communicate in this issue space?
  • How do we look at this issue from the perspective of our audience?
  • How do we stay true to our brand and its values in this process?
  • What are the key outcomes we want to achieve from thought leadership?
  • How do we measure success?

Step 3

Create

Campaign creation: bringing your thought leadership to life

Armed with insights from the stakeholder diagnostic and flag-planting journey, we help define a clear voice and perspective that will form the foundation for content that resonates with audiences that matter most.

White papers

In-depth reports that establish authority and demonstrate substantive expertise.

Articles & op-eds

Bylined content, positioned to reach decision-makers.

Infographics

Visual storytelling to make complex findings accessible and shareable.

Digital microsites

Interactive hubs that anchor your campaign and host long-form content.

Events

Keynotes, panel briefs, and facilitated dialogue to create events that inform and inspire action.

Social content

LinkedIn-led thought leadership posts that build audience and deepen engagement over time.

What you gain

Real signal

Stakeholder research grounded in primary data and analysis rather than recycled industry talking points.

Clear territory where to lead

A defined issue space where your organisation's voice is credible, distinctive and genuinely valued by your audiences.

Compelling content

Materials built on real insight and structured for maximum resonance with the specific people and organisations you need to reach.

Measurable outcomes

KPIs tied to business objectives, such as reputation, stakeholder engagement, trust, and lead generation.

Ready to find your signal?

Get in touch to find out how our methodology can help your organisation lead the conversation on the energy transition.