Being a leader is one of the most difficult and rewarding positions in the world. Character building in business, and knowing which traits effective leaders should possess, is vital for the success of your team. Character is more than intelligence, integrity, ethics, and self-awareness. As Steve Gutzler said, “There is no substitute for character. Anytime…
Crisis Management Strategist, Melissa Agnes joined Shel Holtz on his widely recognized PR Podcast, For Immediate Release (FIR), to discuss how two companies deftly handled surprise issues and the importance of internal communication in times of crises. Melissa’s conversation with Holtz begins roughly at the 6-minute mark and we are thrilled to share their conversation…
Jay Baer is a renowned business strategist, a New York Times best-selling author of five books, and the world’s most retweeted person among digital marketers. We are thrilled to announce that Jay will be releasing his new book, Talk Triggers in October 2018. Jay’s programs help organizations around the world rethink their approach to marketing…
Ulta Beauty was recently accused by former employees of cleaning and reselling used makeup. Other employees have since negated the allegations and Ulta Beauty addressed the issue head on. The big question is, what effect do these types of allegations have on the brand, and how will it affect consumers? Melissa Agnes helps organizations around…
Are you one of the millions of American who’s “married” to your job, taking only a few days off every year because of your many important responsibilities? Vacations are not always a luxury; they are often a necessity for a well-balanced, healthy lifestyle. Whether you feel like you can afford time off the grid or…
The start of a new year is a great time to take the bull by the horns when it comes to your goals and aspirations for how you want to elevate your life. Are you aiming to be more organized at work? Are you looking to start a healthier lifestyle that includes eating right and…
Our international crisis management keynote speaker, Melissa Agnes helps today’s organizations understand the realities that loom when crisis strikes. Her customized presentations provide tools and strategies that create a proactive, cohesive, and crisis-ready corporate culture. Crisis management is an important and necessary topic that applies to every organization. In fact, sometimes leaders don’t realize the…
Are your posts reaching fewer people on Facebook? Whether you are using Facebook for personal use or for your business, you need to understand the Facebook algorithm. The Facebook algorithm monitors the number of posts that people and businesses share every day and chooses posts to show in our News Feed, based on a huge…
When you think about creativity, what do you think of? Art, drawing, painting? Creativity is so much more than an art, it’s a skill— a unique solution to a problem. In his presentation, Unleash Your Inner Da Vinci, Scott Shellstrom, motivates audiences to uncover their hidden problem-solving abilities and be more aware of the ideas…
Do you remember the first dollar you earned? What about the first dollar you spent? Every parent wants their child to grow up healthy, have a successful career, and live a happy life. Lessons and experiences from childhood (and beyond) shape our future. It is never too early to start teaching your children about money—…
