Few communication challenges can top the public apology, especially when it is forced by indisputable evidence of an embarrassing deed. What can entrepreneurs and leaders learn from NBC anchor Brian Williams and his most recent hit (or miss) in the public apology parade?
Utah Economy Rocks On; Business Thrives
The Utah economy rocks on in 2015 following one of the biggest economic years ever. In 2014, Utah continually ranked as one of the best places to conduct business, unemployment hit its lowest rate in years, nearly $1 billion in venture capital investment flowed into the state, Utah companies began to find it difficult to recruit enough people they needed and some of the biggest executive names in the country permanently relocated to the state.
How Body Language Influences PR
This week I met sales and body language expert Linda Clemons at the CEO Space December Forum in Las Vegas. Clemons’ clients have included Major League Baseball, U.S.Customs and the FBI. She assists in jury selections and has advised a number of Fortune 500 firms.
The Definitive Guide to Thought Leadership is Available Now
Here’s everything you wanted to know about Thought Leadership, and perhaps a little bit more. Author and Snapp Conner founder Cheryl Conner has demystified the magic of Thought Leadership in this new ebook, available free of charge from this link. We welcome your remarks, and enjoy!
Five Public Relations Myths
When I tell people I’m in public relations, I often wonder how they picture my day. One day, I actually asked a friend what she thought I did. Boy was I in for a surprise! She told me she thought I had a (as in just one) client that I would call the media for, the media would report what I told them and I would go home successful every day.
Are You Doing The Wrong Things Right Or The Right Things Poorly? Here’s How To Tell
Those who follow Harvard Business professor Thomas J. Delong (author of Flying Without a Net) may recognize his terminology about doing “the right thing poorly.” (Delong wrote about the concept in Harvard Business Review.)
The Top 10 Entrepreneurs Who’ve Inspired Marketing Star Joe Polish
I became aware of Joe Polish just this year after hearing his name come up from several of my entrepreneurial friends. Polish is a marketer and bestselling author who’s consulted many of the industry’s best: Sir Richard Branson, Body for Life’s Bill Phillips, Tim Ferriss and many more.
The 7 Deadly Sins Strong Organizations Avoid
This article first appeared on my regular column at Forbes.com. When
Five Tips for Leading Creative Teams
Creative teams need leaders for inspiration and managers for getting things done. In the interest of simplicity, this post is directed towards individuals with limited experience in the creative industry. The primary focus is leadership and gives a few tips for navigating the creative process as team leads.
For Epic Business Success: How To Find Your ‘Miles Davis’
This article originally appeared on my regular column at Forbes.com.
What Is Social Media Doing For Your Company?
Social media is ubiquitous with the ability to say anything you like. Given how common it is for people to post their entire lives on Facebook and Twitter, it’s a wonder anybody can resist posting