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Hard Conversations are SO... Hard
Some people cannot handle serious discussions, especially around money.
What is an Influencer Really?
Someone who can make a bunch of money endorsing a product, if they are willing to sell their soul. The…
I've Said it Once and...
… I’ll say it again, local news is critical. Story after story and report after report on the topic say,…
Ever Tried to Corral a Goat?
It’s like herding cats, only different. A dear friend in the business was telling me years ago about trying to…
It's Not Just for Old Timers
My first job in radio was as an intern at KGIL-AM in Los Angeles. I really wanted to work at…
Do We Make Lemonade?
When life gives you lemons, do you really make lemonade? Meh, I take a moment to pull in my posse. Hey…
Local News is NOT Dead
The corporate capitalists always seem to want more money and to pay the talent less. This is hardly news. So…
Team Sport
I have spent 17 years (and change) managing people. I have been an abysmal failure at times, but now I…
So it's Not That Bad After All...
In radio, it’s pretty clear that not all stations are going to run local news. But do these stations really…
Super Crucial
Last week I co-hosted a webinar (my 1st, woot!) with the legendary, Mike McVay. We talked about News in this…
Radio Against the Machine
So you’re using A.I. because it saves you time. Or you’re using it to save money. I mean let’s face…
It's ALL an Illusion
I went to a conference in New York a couple of weeks ago for Talk Show radio enthusiasts (hosts, producers,…
When Bad Publicity is Good Publicity
The National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF) has named actor Robert De Niro as the recipient of the 2024 Service to…
When it's time to Cut the Cord
Do you ever think to yourself, dang I should have ended that relationship a lot sooner? Or, I knew that…
So You Think You're a Rockstar?
I recently put out the word across social media that I needed to hire a new newsperson for a major…
The Genuine Article
Genuine Original Real Bona fide True Legitimate Valid Echt The real McCoy The genuine article The real thing It’s the…
Whatever Happened to Curiosity?
Everyone is in such a hurry all-the-time. We don’t sit back and wonder or ponder. And some of us don’t…
If I'm Being Honest
As a long time writer, I’ve always felt pulled to create from my heart. Even as a journalist on the…
When You Say No... It's Ok
Be sure, be very, very sure, but also, as we discussed last week, Don’t Lose Yourself. When your body is…
Don't Lose Yourself
Working in corporate America can be really great or totally terrible. It seems like it’s stable and safe, but can…