BFoA Honors Jim Thompson One Year After His Passing
The Broadcasters Foundation of America is paying tribute to its former President Jim Thompson on the one-year anniversary of his passing. Thompson, who passed away on August 14, 2023, served as the President of the Broadcasters Foundation from 2008 for 14 years.
From The Editor’s Desk: Invest In Yourself and Save $300
On the fence about attending Radio Masters Sales Summit? Radio Ink Online Editor Cameron Coats has some advice: invest in yourself. This year’s RMSS offers world-class training along with unprecedented networking opportunities.
Best Buy Or Bagel: What Level Is Your Customer Service?
(By Pat Bryson) A few weeks ago, I needed two items that should be available at Best Buy. Even though Best Buy isn't local, they do have a store I can walk into and have customer service answer questions.
Unlocking The Door to Sales Success – Part Two
(By Alec Drake) In sales, success isn't merely a stroke of luck; it results from deliberate skill development, continuous training, and an unwavering commitment to self-improvement. Is it time to revitalize your sales strategies and elevate your team’s performance?
Are You A Sales Know-It-All?
(By Loyd Ford) If you’ve sold radio for a significant period, you probably think you’ve heard it all: “Always be closing.” “Focus on the client.” “Don’t take rejection personally.”
Well, here's some that might be new:
Hiring to Avoid Firing
(By Mike McVay) I’ve been involved in programming since I was 19. I’ve “hired” or “passed” on a couple hundred people. I’ve always tried to hire the absolute best people and interviewed them with a desire to never have to fire them.
Knowing Nielsen: Panel Change and Audience Change
(By Marc Greenspan) This is another screed about sampling. No, I’m not going to go on about how Nielsen needs to add more panelists in PPM markets. There is no way on Earth that radio will pay for this.
Why Is Radio Out Of The Feedback Loop?
(By Buzz Knight) I remember the first time I opened an Arbitron paper diary and saw the statement, “Your opinion counts.” It was a revelation that sparked ways for me to keep tabs on the audience and try and build a “feedback loop” with them.
It’s OK To Not Be OK
(By Rick Fink) Last week, I asked, "Are You Contagious?" In that column, I suggested that not every day is a great day and that you should never let your clients know you’re having a bad day. This week, I’d like to make a clarification.
Do You Need A Talent Agent?
(By Randy Lane) Do you need a talent agent to negotiate your contract and guide your career? That question and other relevant questions were answered on the Negotiation ‘Post Pandemic’ panel at Morning Show Boot Camp this week in Dallas.
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