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The Return Of The Pretty Reckless AND The Return Of The Record Release Party

"When you're a music brand, these events matter. Artists matter."

Laid Off By Innovation? Use AI To Get Hired Faster

"Remember, your advantage is not what was listed on your business card. It is who you are, not what you do."

Live Music Revenue Plateaus After Years of Record-Breaking Post-Pandemic Growth

Men..are redirecting discretionary dollars toward video games, spending double on gaming versus live events in Q1 2026.

KXnO Layoffs Highlight the Changing Reality for Sports Radio Talent

"The industry has spent decades telling talent to be genuine, build trust, and create authentic relationships with listeners. Yet when those same qualities extend beyond sports and into the realities of the business itself, they can suddenly be viewed as liabilities instead of strengths."

When it Comes to Closing the Deal, Some in Media Sales Don’t Even Deserve a Set of Steak Knives

The client should have seen the value in what you presented, and you would hope they were so blown away by the time and effort you put into helping solve their business' problems that they feel like they aren't just investing in marketing their business, but that that also comes with your expertise as a big part of the 'added value'.

If Salespeople Do a Great Client Needs Analysis, They Have All the Answers They Need

Welcome into the sales meeting this week, where our topic will be the third step in the sales process. You did your homework and...

Why Gordon Borrell Believes 2024 Was an On-Ramp for Local Advertisers Heading Into 2025

"I think 2024 was a big setup for what may be a banner year for advertising, at least on the local side and I'm sure the national as well."

Radio Salespeople Can Make Themselves Invaluable by Embracing Change and Being True Consultants

The shift of advertising dollars to digital platforms, audience fragmentation, and the increased use of streaming have reshaped our world.

Sales Meeting: History is the Best Predictor of the Future

It's go, go, go and then it's no, no, no, call me after the first of the year.

Radio Station Promotions Should Have an Advertising Sales Booth

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How Should a Radio Advertising Sales Rep Answer, ‘So, What Do You Do for a Living?’

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Sales Meeting: Sell The Audience

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Media Advertising is Hard Enough to Sell, Turn Your Smartphone Off and Make it Easier

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Using Spec Spots to Sell Radio Advertising

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Men..are redirecting discretionary dollars toward video games, spending double on gaming versus live events in Q1 2026.

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"The industry has spent decades telling talent to be genuine, build trust, and create authentic relationships with listeners. Yet when those same qualities extend beyond sports and into the realities of the business itself, they can suddenly be viewed as liabilities instead of strengths."

Paul Finebaum Reflects on His Legacy in Receiving the Sports Media Lifetime Achievement Award

"I, somehow, have been able to survive and adapt. My career is full of different chapters. Every one of those chapters, I never really knew if I’d make it out of it."