In the world of "there's an app for that!" how many do we actually use on a regular basis? And how many actually make us more productive? Working in communications, I find it very important to be able to work on the go and to keep information readily accessible. Same can be said for most … Continue reading 40 mobile apps and online tools for a more productive life
Lay Down the Pitch Forks | 6 Steps to Conflict Resolution
Social media and online conversations have brought about an entirely new world for companies and marketers to manage. Add in the fact that pretty much anyone is now allowed to join the conversation and I think we definitely have a tough situation on our hands when a crisis comes around. This month's situation involving Muck … Continue reading Lay Down the Pitch Forks | 6 Steps to Conflict Resolution
Like a solid barn, One board at a time
I have to share something with you that stuck a darn grin to my face today. A piece brought up from the archives and some very gracious comments from the editor of a magazine I really enjoy reading. Following a story about my recent Communicator of the Year award, Tim O'Byrne, Working Ranch Magazine, re-published … Continue reading Like a solid barn, One board at a time
Let Us Fix This Consumer – Ag Disconnect
It really should not surprise me or disappoint me by now when I hear someone criticizing food production. After all of the blows and punches consumer groups have taken at crop and livestock producers over the past couple of years, one would think we would have the thick skin to tolerate it. But still I … Continue reading Let Us Fix This Consumer – Ag Disconnect