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July 26, 2022
Changing Jobs ..A Roll Of The Dice ...The radio industry environment is more volatile than it’s ever been. There’s increased unemployment and unforeseen circumstances that have put people into financial peril. So, when I get an email from someone trying to decide whether to stay put or leave, I ...
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July 19, 2022
It Should Have Never Happened …If you’re going to do a favor for someone, clue in those that might be indirectly involved so there are no mishaps. Nobody likes being put in the middle of anything that could turn into a situation. Ah yes, another visit to my archives of "It should Not Have ...
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July 12, 2022
A Memorable Morning Show Squabble ...It stands to reason that when people work in close quarters on a regular basis, there'll be occasions that they may not agree on everything. A discussion over a difference of opinion can be healthy. I’ve been in a lot of situations and seen all sorts of things ...
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July 5, 2022
Sometimes There's No Logical Explanation ...Radio has a lot of characters, and it takes character to make it in this business. It comes down to having the stamina and patience to make a career out of radio, and sometimes analytics and the bottom line have nothing to do with keeping your job. I have a saying, "We ...
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June 28, 2022
Put Your Big Boy Pants On ...Recently I received an e-mail from an air talent concerning office politics and his attempt to understand what was going on. Instead of exchanging long e-mails, I thought getting on the phone with him would be better. I hate recording and transcribing, but with his ...
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June 21, 2022
Just When You Thought You Knew Someone ...It’s impossible to measure the "insanity factor" when it comes to radio. In this business I have known the crazy creative, the generally insane, and the borderline criminal control freak who have just enough skill to get over on everyone. You never know who you're ...
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June 14, 2022
Get Out Of Your Own Way …Sometimes decision makers get so busy solving everyone else's issues, they overlook handling things for themselves. During one of my weekly calls to PDs, I was told about a situation that could have easily been avoided. PD: Man, what a terrible way to start a Monday ...
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June 7, 2022
Oops He Left The Mic On …Let me tell you a story about a talented air personality who never lived up to his potential. I will refer to this person as Ralph. While you read this, I bet you will think about someone just like him. A Natural … We got to know Ralph when he was working at ...
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May 31, 2022
Help Them Learn Radio ...I'm hearing from programmers that their air talents are being more proactive about being critiqued. With the increased workload on today's OMs and PDs, the fact that many take the time to provide feedback proves there are those that still believe in training. It's ...
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May 24, 2022
Let Me Give You Some Advice ...Many air personalities get confused about the role of consultants. In the eyes of some, it makes their OM/PD seem like a follower and not a leader. This talent sees his PD as a storefront with a title and the consultant as the real boss. Air Talent: When my PD tells me ...