If you’ve ever been in sales, you know first-hand that one of the most powerful ways to go from good to great is having a strong sales manager. The best sales managers are active listeners and innovative thinkers. They know how to inspire and motivate their teams. So, is there a secret that only these superstar managers know?

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For the first time since 2009, total media usage across the U.S. and Canada is expected to decline, with a projected 0.3% dip in 2025 according to PQ Media. The slowdown highlights how digital media growth can no longer offset traditional media declines — but it also reinforces that traditional media still commands strong, high-quality audiences. For local media sellers, it’s a prime opportunity to position broadcast, print, and trusted digital outlets as powerful, stable options for advertisers aiming to maximize reach in a fragmented landscape.

Despite the lingering impact of the COVID-19 virus, a substantial increase in inflation and the war in Ukraine and other world and national events, American consumers plow ahead, continuing their decades-long role as the drivers of the US economy. Although negative news often receives almost all the headlines, it’s important to emphasize the March 2022 unemployment rate was 3.6%, the lowest since February 2020, and March 2022 retail sales increased 8.4% YOY and 18% from March 2020.

Any treatment of the topic of power in the workplace is sure to generate energy. (OK, sorry for the bad pun.) Add in guidance that the pursuit of power might be healthy and lead to personal, group and organizational success, and, well, the discussions are sure to become high-voltage. (Stop me.) Yet, I argue that your relationship with power — specifically cultivating power — is essential for your success and the success of the people around you.

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AM/FM radio remains the top media platform in America, reaching 9 in 10 adults weekly and dominating ad-supported audio listening across all age groups. Its evolution from traditional broadcast to digital streaming has expanded its accessibility across smartphones, smart speakers, and connected devices. Case studies show radio’s effectiveness in driving local event attendance, service calls, and tourism engagement through emotionally resonant and timely messaging. Media buyers praise radio’s trustworthiness and personal connection, especially through local hosts and curated content. When integrated with digital strategies like SEO, social media, and retargeting, radio becomes a powerful cross-platform tool for local advertisers and agencies.

Usually, when we think about thing, we focus on our return, we answer the question, “How do we make things better for ourselves?” As sales people, we focus on our goals, quotas, and commissions. The customer is only a vehicle for achieving those. As leaders, too often, we focus on ourselves and our own goals. Again, our people become vehicles for achieving those–and if they don’t we find others to do so.

Trust isn’t given—it’s earned, moment by moment.
At Marketing Insights, we know that authentic relationships are the foundation of lasting success.

Whether it’s with clients, colleagues, or communities, trust grows from integrity, empathy, and consistency. Building strong connections is more than business—it’s about nurturing a culture where people feel seen, valued, and understood. This collection of quotes shines a light on the power of genuine relationships to fuel loyalty, reputation, and growth.

This collection highlights:
✨ The role of honesty and empathy in building trust
✨ How consistent actions shape meaningful connections
✨ The impact of personal and organizational integrity on reputation

Since its inception, television’s journey across the media landscape has been steady and relatively smooth. More recently, however, the media landscape has changed and television has had to adjust its course. That journey into the future will be an exciting ride because of the many new opportunities the changes in viewing habits, advertisers’ needs and technology will create for content creators and ad sales teams.

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Radio is facing the challenges of streaming services, new sources of digital audio content and podcasting. Radio’s business challenges are more complex, including heated debates about deregulation and traditional infighting among broadcast companies and local stations. As Facebook and others actively develop the “metaverse,” the audio medium will expand even further. Radio must present a united front to be fully integrated into any future metaverse while maintaining its unique position for listeners and advertisers.

Digital Media and Technology, Industry Press Highlights

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Over the last few weeks, I’ve developed three top-tier, comprehensive courses. These aren’t the typical courses you see that skim the surface. These are thorough, deep-dive, results-driven courses designed to drive sales performance. And while we put the finishing touches on these, I’m crafting a fourth course that’s built around a powerhouse collection of templates I use in my own business. This one will take time, but when it’s ready, it will be the ultimate playbook for sales leaders, equipping them to empower their teams to hit ambitious targets.