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PRSA has some great advice:

The National Auctioneers Association (NAA) estimates that 17 percent of auctioneers nationwide are women. Morgan Hopson, a first-generation auctioneer, isn’t merely participating in the male-dominated field; she’s taking it by storm.

What do Nike, Best Buy, Calvin Klein, Volkswagen, Supreme and many other brands all have in common? Their logos were created using the same typeface (family of fonts) called Futura – created in Germany by Paul Renner in 1927.

Most people think change is hard. In business, whether it’s a process change or cultural shift, managers are frustrated with the speed and success of change within organizations.

Oklahoma City continues to rise as one of the best cities in the nation. According to a recent study by WalletHub, Oklahoma City ranked No. 2 overall on the “Best Large Cities to Start A Business” list.

The Oklahoma 100 is producing its inaugural Christmas in July package promotion, giving businesses the opportunity to revive their digital media strategies and overall message during Q3 and Q4 of 2019.

The sting of rejection doesn’t hurt any less in the professional world than it does in your personal life. Being rejected at work can feel like a breakup. Maybe you were passed over for a promotion or had one of your ideas shot down by a manager.

It’s natural for a leader to want to solve all the problems, know everything and help people with information. Typically, the unintended consequence of this is, well, you have to have all of the answers. It also means your team can’t have any of the answers because the boss has them all.

Last week, I had the opportunity to speak to the Lawton Women’s Business Club, an organization focused on supporting women’s education and growth, for a second time. Active for 93 years, this group has continuously empowered one another to achieve equality by banding together and making a community impact. It was an honor to speak to such impressive women.

As the digital world advances, more and more people are using photography for social media and advertising. The most common action for choosing a photo online is to search it on Google Images and find one that seems appropriate.

Don’t be so formal, write conversationally, find your voice – you’ve probably heard it all before.

Everything slows down as the summer months approach. People take vacations, offices close early in the day and everyone moves at a more leisurely pace … but that doesn’t mean your business has to suffer.

Although social media easily connects people across the world, it can also be limiting for certain groups, such as the visually impaired or deaf. Incorporating these tips in your digital presence can make your platforms more inclusive:

Do you run from speaking in public? Don’t worry, you are not alone. Fear of public speaking is extremely common, but if you heed the following five tips, you will be able to orate like a pro:

Have you sat at your computer or a blank sheet of paper for hours on end trying to begin your next story? Perhaps you need to implement writing exercises to get your thoughts and brain warmed up.

Developing the perfect pre-work routine can help maximize your daily productivity. Start this week by implementing the following routines:

Career mentorship is an invaluable experience that can bring you to new professional heights that would be impossible to reach alone. Working with a mentor can also lead to personal growth.

From a traditional industry in disruption to a slowing economy in a South American country, a panel of agency owners discussed challenges facing businesses at the PROI Worldwide international conference in Quebec City. In the scenarios presented, indicators were present when appropriate actions could have been taken early on, before the challenge grew into something that significantly impacted the company.

What does it mean to have digital literacy skills? From basic computer skills to more advanced skills like digital design, digital literacy skills are becoming a significant factor in getting a job and functioning in the world.

Rose State College, Oklahoma’s largest and only urban community college offering on-campus housing, received $250,000 from the Robert Croak family in support of the student center currently under construction. The donation will help establish the state-of-the-art FNB Community Bank Banquet Hall.

Distilling down the why of what you do is the critical first step in business storytelling. Next is compiling the story elements. This is your big idea. Here’s how to unpack your story:

Since The Oklahoma 100 launched as the first franchise market four years ago, the number of 100 Companies markets has significantly grown to 21, including an international market in Dubai. Many of us gathered for the first member conference at The Don CeSar in St. Pete Beach, Florida.

Content marketing is a type of marketing that involves the creation of online materials to stimulate interest in products or services. Here’s why you should invest in content marketing:

Is your business looking to grow and improve? Of course it is. Maybe it’s time you think about refreshing your brand. This will allow you to take a step back and remind yourself why your business exists in the first place.

May kicks off the launch of the American Cancer Society’s ResearcHERS campaign, empowering women to raise funds for female scientists working to make strides in cancer research.

If you’re serious about doing the right thing with your money, we’re serious about helping you learn how to do it. No matter who you are, where you’ve been or where you’re headed, our advisors can guide you as you take new risks and set new goals.

Tulsa native Lisa Haney was recognized at the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) forum in San Antonio, Texas, for her longevity with the NAWIC Tulsa chapter.

Saying sorry has become a habit these days, but over-apologizing at work can undermine your confidence and credibility. Here are fixes for three common scenarios:

One of Fortune magazine’s “50 Greatest Leaders in the World,” Mick Cornett joined Jones PR in April as executive counsel. As the longest-serving Oklahoma City mayor and the first to win four elections, Cornett spurred record-setting growth and helped secure NBA’s Thunder team.

Financial knowledge is no joke. No matter who you are, what you do or where you’re trying to get, The Establishment OK is here to help you build a better understanding of money.

Dolese Bros. Co. is delivering fun for the whole family with the 3^rd Annual Quarry Challenge on Saturday, May 11, at 8 a.m. at Richards Spur Quarry in Elgin.

When you process information from a book, movie, a song or even a commercial, you will probably notice that not everything screams in your face. Every memorable message will always have its quiet, supporting parts in the background, with the most important portion highlighted.