A Good Spring Cleaning
(By Rick Fink) When you think of spring cleaning, you think of washing the windows, thatching the lawn, and picking up the sticks and leaves. There are many reasons why we should do a spring cleanup that relates to you and your home, but what about your business?
The Best Sales Managers Have This Curious Trait
(By Alec Drake) As a sales manager, I appreciated the value of curiosity in building relationships with prospects and coaching my team. Curiosity is an essential aspect of human nature, but what are the advantages of building curiosity in your sales team?
The Zen Way To Kick Through Station Stagnation
(By Buzz Knight) Do you sometimes feel your brand is stagnant? Ratings are down. Reaction on social media is off. Sponsors aren’t getting the same results they are used to. Have you taken the "Shoshin" approach? It could be key
Ronald Reagan Teaches Radio Sales
(By Loyd Ford) The year is 1984. Ronald Reagan finds himself facing an image issue in a highly pressurized situation filled with uncertainty where he has to persuade people about something important, and quickly. Sound like a sales call? Then you'll want to hear what he did next.
Programming Secrets: Answering Three Radio FAQs
(By Randy Lane) I have had the privilege of working closely with broadcasters and station managers, helping them navigate the complex world of radio programming. Over the years, I have encountered several questions that consistently arise in conversations. This week, let's address three.
Getting In The AM Radio War Room With Don Elliot
Earlier this week, Radio Ink asked "Is AM worth saving?" Today we sit down with Don Elliot to discuss AM's future and war-time strategies for broadcasters.
Blast From The Past: John Delaney; 1988, KCIL
Happy Friday! This week’s Radio Ink Blast From The Past comes from John Delaney at KCIL in Louisiana. Send your Blast From The Past to our Online Editor Cameron Coats for your chance to be featured.
Six New Directors Elected To NAB Radio Board
The National Association of Broadcasters has announced the results of the 2023 NAB Radio Board of Directors elections. Each elected board member's two-year term will begin in June. Radio serves the odd numbered districts, while even numbered district board members come from television.
P&G Partners With iHeart For Pride Month Tradition
Radio's biggest advertiser is teaming up with radio's biggest company once again to celebrate Pride Month. Procter & Gamble is partnering with iHeartMedia for Can't Cancel Pride on June 15. Started during COVID lockdowns, the event is a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community.
Guitars and Stars Returns To Rochester’s WBEE
After a hiatus since pre-COVID, Audacy Rochester's 92.5 WBEE brought back its Guitars and Stars concert to a quick venue sell-out. The concert will also pay tribute to Terry Clifford, a WBEE veteran retiring this fall after more than 35 years in the industry.















