Jeff Caves

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Jeff Caves is a sales columnist for BSM working in radio and digital sales for Cumulus Media in Dallas, Texas and Boise, Idaho. He is credited with helping launch, build, and develop Sports Radio The Ticket in Boise, into the market’s top sports radio station. During his 26 year stay at KTIK, Caves hosted drive time, programmed the station, and excelled as a top seller. You can reach him by email at jeffcaves54@gmail.com or find him on LinkedIn.

Want Big Revenue in 2023? Think Small

"Small independent businesses under fifty employees are the best targets to find a radio budget on the increase."

Do You Have Affirmations Of Gratitude?

"We are told to be grateful for what we have and remember it could be worse. That feels like a really low bar, right?"

4 Tips For Working with Small to Medium Businesses

Most sellers should focus on local direct buyers who are muti-tasking and not just buying media.

The Sales Survey Says…

"I surveyed the survey as well and have five takeaways that could make you more money."

Don’t Fear Selling Restaurants In 2023

"Maybe we should focus on the 50 percent of restaurants that expect to make more profit in 2023 and are aggressively hiring to do it."

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Is Disney+ the First Step Toward a Super Bowl Paywall

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Why College GameDay Is a Blueprint for News/Talk Radio Success

It’s about belonging. Viewers feel like they’re part of something bigger than themselves. The best News/Talk stations create that same feeling. They become a gathering place for listeners who share common interests, concerns, passions and experiences.

How KUTX Turned Connection Into Ratings Success in Austin

“People will say, ‘I don't like that one song you're playing,’ but they don't leave because they want to know what's coming up next.”

Miller Night Football Reveals the Chaos Behind Dennis Miller’s Monday Night Football Run

"Dennis Miller did not become a great football broadcaster. What he did do was briefly bring back the luster of Monday Night Football in all its brilliant glory."