Being an air personality or programmer requires constant observation. It's easy to get caught up in a radio bubble and lose touch with reality. Getting out among people will keep you grounded. The holidays are one of the best times to do so. My Form of Relaxing … ...

The holiday season means preparation for annual events, finalized budgets, and general stress. Many strive for the holiday fantasy projected in the media. The commercial aspect of the holidays is overwhelming and one of the side effects is being "down in the dumps." The ...

There are ways to put yourself in a position for success behind the microphone on terrestrial radio or any audio platform. To get good at anything it's about practice and repetition. A sports reporter once asked Baseball Hall Of Fame pitcher Greg Maddux, "How do you ...

You’re in charge of your response to new challenges. Always consider the company’s viewpoint and its evolving needs. Sometimes it's necessary to shift personnel around, don't take it personally. I had an exchange with an air talent who was moved off ...

With all the new ways of communicating, too many of us miss the boat when it comes to understanding what, exactly, is being communicated. There’re fewer people dealing with more responsibilities than they can handle. The new technologies make clarity more important ...

Just when I thought I'd heard everything. We've all had our share of radio craziness, but I've never heard of anyone using their pet as part of an excuse to quit a job. I kept shaking my head the whole time I transcribed this conversation. OM: Anyone ever quit on you ...

Following procedures is an important part of working in radio, but it's easy to forget. It boils down to humanity, simplicity, not over-thinking, looking outside oneself, and checking with the proper chain of command. Recently an air personality complained to me about a ...

Walking out on stage for the first time at a concert venue to bring on an act can be a scary thing. According to several air personalities I spoke with, their instructions were vague at best, “ Go out on stage and get the crowd psyched up.” It sounds simple ...

The business of radio is about change and the ability to stay relevant. It has always been hard to get a job in this industry. This is a small fraternal business and hopefully many of you who are reading this have had a few good runs at stability. I spoke with an air ...