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10 Questions with ... Brion O' Brion
July 8, 2008
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NAME:Brion O' BrionLAST WITH:KBCE-KMXH/Alexandria, LAPHONE:(318) 640-1204EMAIL:radiodjbob1@aol.com
Please begin by giving us a brief career history ...
I have worked in such markets as: Norfolk/VA Beach, Baltimore, Orlando, Gainesville, Greenville/Spartanburg, Wichita, and Charleston just to name a few. I have held several positions during my career, including: PD. APD, MD, Production Director and air personality.
1) What do you do to maintain a positive mental attitude and stay motivated?
I pray a lot, and I talk to several people in the business about job leads.
2) How are you occupying your time, besides looking for a job?
I watch a lot of television to keep up on things.
3) Do you plan on sticking with the music/radio industry?
Yes, I can't get it out of my system. It is in my blood. My wife calls me crazy, but I eat, sleep and breathe radio.
4) What's the longest stretch you've had on the beach?
Four months.
5) What is your best way to get your foot in the door?
I was always told to stay in people's faces ... let them know you are hungry.
6) So far what has been your best resource for finding out about job openings?
Jerry Boulding and the All Access crew. (heap plug ... I know.)
7) What's the craziest thing you've ever done to get a job?
I sent a boot to a PD with a note saying, "I am ready to help you kick the competition." Cheesy ... I know.
8) What is the next job you'd like to obtain?
One that pays my bills. I would like to be an MD/APD or Production Director.
9) How are you finding the "courtesy level" at places you've applied? (Callbacks, e-mails, rejection letters, etc.)
So far so good! I hope this means I'll get a job soon.
10) How will this experience change you when you get back to work?
I will learn to treasure my job that much more, because you never know when someone will lay the axe down on you.
Bonus Questions
Any books you can recommend to people who need something inspirational to read?
The Bible, Playboy and Penthouse ... just to name a few. :) lol.
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