By Jennifer R. Farmer At the end of 2019, I wrote an article titled, “The Media is Contracting: Now What?” We are a few weeks away from 2021, and guess what? The media is still contracting. There have been more jobs lost in the media industry this year than there has been since 2008. According …
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ContinuedIt is becoming more challenging than ever to secure earned media, or media one doesn’t have to pay for. Not only do public relations pros outnumber journalists 4 to 1, but journalists are increasingly asked to do more with less. Further, it appears the media is consumed with the latest offering from, or the latest …
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Continued(this column originally appeared on LifeHack.org) By Jennifer Farmer Intellectually, many of us know that conflict is a part of life. We may know that conflict can spur deeper understanding and stronger relationships. Yet, when conflict arises, it puts some of us on our heels. When disagreements emerge, we are left wondering how to address …
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Continued(this essay originally appeared on LifeHack.org) By Jennifer Farmer In a work environment, it is essential that employees communicate openly, honestly and in situationally appropriate ways. This communication could include articulating what each employee needs and expects. It should also include communicating when one faces challenges with a product, colleague or client. This is called …
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ContinuedIn many cases, if a person hasn’t experienced something directly and if the individual does not know anyone who has experienced the issue or challenge, that person either may not believe the problem exists or the problem may be under the radar. When it comes to challenges such as the crisis at the southern …
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ContinuedBy Jennifer R. Farmer Social media can catapult almost anyone from relative obscurity to superstardom – or at least stardom. Once a person reaches a certain number of followers, the individual is considered a social media influencer, and brands will invest big bucks to cultivate a relationship with said influencer. Reality TV, YouTube and Instagram …
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Continuedby Jennifer R. Farmer Most of what I have learned about leadership I have observed from former managers and from my own triumphs and failures. One lesson stands out. When I began managing people 15 years ago, I thought having a fancy title was synonymous with influence. Over time, I learned that power is conferred …
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Continued4 Tips to Improve Your PR in 2019 By Jennifer R. Farmer It is a new year, and a new you. If you are looking to improve your public relations in 2019, doing so is easier than you thought. If you were waiting on the blueprint to elevate your game, here it is: four steps …
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ContinuedOften, when we think of skills, we focus on hard skills. But being able to communicate well is one of the most important soft skills you can develop. It is also a key determinant to success. Think of your doctor, dentist, lawyer, accountant, sitter, or your child’s teacher. Your relationship with these individuals, and your …
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Continuedby Jennifer R. Farmer A few weeks ago, I wrote an article on what new communicators/public relations staffers can expect walking into a new communications job. There was so much to cover, it was impossible to share everything in one post. I’m sharing other helpful info in this follow-up article. From learning public relations is …
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