By John Millen Our human voice is a truly amazing instrument. We produce a range of incredibly nuanced sounds that are capable of conveying meaning, emotion, and subtle cues to others. Here’s a passage of dialogue from Morgan Freeman, as “Red” in The Shawshank Redemption. Try reading this without hearing his comforting, mellow-toned voice: RED: I…… Continue reading How to Control Your Voice Like Morgan Freeman
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Leadership Lessons from The Second City
During last night’s book launch event hosted by the Chicago Tribune’s Blue Sky, “Yes, And” co-authors Kelly Leonard and Tom Yorton discussed how to use improvisation to achieve personal and business objectives. They should know since they run The Second City theater company in Chicago, which besides putting on comedy shows, also conducts unique employee training programs.…… Continue reading Leadership Lessons from The Second City
When PR Leadership is Missing in Your Workplace
It’s your responsibility to seek out your own professional development, especially if your supervisor is an ineffective leader.
What It Takes To Be A Leader in Public Relations
Two good friends–Nick Ashooh and Maril MacDonald–were honored last week by the Arthur W. Page Society for their service and leadership in public relations. Their acceptance remarks during the organization’s 30th anniversary conference in Boston provide current and future PR pros with important insights into what it takes to become a leader in our profession.…… Continue reading What It Takes To Be A Leader in Public Relations
6 Tips For Aspiring Chief Communication Officers
Perry Yeatman, former Senior Vice President of Corporate and Government Affairs at Kraft Foods, recently spoke in New York at a Conference Board meeting where she shared her “Five Tips to the Top” for individuals aspiring to become chief communication officers. While you can watch her remarks in their entirety by clicking this link, Perry took a moment this week…… Continue reading 6 Tips For Aspiring Chief Communication Officers
Start Day With 5-Point ‘To Do’ List
Dr. Sanjay K. Jha Motorola’s Co-CEO Sanjay Jha said he wakes up every morning and makes a list of the five things he needs to accomplish that day. During the Q&A session after his speech to the Executives’ Club of Chicago last week, Dr. Jha cited the following key leadership elements he employs to achieve his goals. …… Continue reading Start Day With 5-Point ‘To Do’ List