James Patterson Inspires as Commencement Speaker at UF Graduation

May 31, 2024.Reading time 5 minutes.

R. Michael Brown, Writer | Producer: Multimedia Portfolio – James Patterson, a Civic Association Director, is a literacy advocate, bestselling author, and founder of the PBS series ‘Kid Stew,’ who has sold more than 375 million books worldwide in his career. Mr. Patterson gave the commencement address at the University of Florida in 2019.

See How We Help Organizations Grow

February 5, 2024.Reading time 2 minutes.

The world is fragmented, in a frenzy, and unpredictable. Today brands have a chance to offer a way to focus on what matters. To make the most of that, brands must have meaning, logic, and nurture an emotional connection.

Podcast Recommendation: “The GaryVee Audio/Video Experience”

December 4, 2023.Reading time 3 minutes.

Hosted by entrepreneur and marketing guru Gary Vaynerchuk, “The GaryVee Audio and Video Experience” offers a treasure trove of insights into marketing, social media, entrepreneurship, and practical business strategies. In each episode, GaryVee, known for his no-nonsense approach and motivational style, shares valuable advice, stories, and perspectives drawn from his vast experience in the business […]

My Prediction Comes True Again – Compete with Video or Die

December 1, 2023.Reading time 5 minutes.

Popular Science, the magazine that popularized many wonky subjects for readers, publishing such authors as Charles Darwin in its 151 years, is dead. What killed it? Their spokesperson, Cathy Hebert, issued this statement: “Like most media companies, Recurrent [Publisher of Popular Science] is adapting to the evolving landscape of its audience. Whether it’s due to […]

Why I Do It

November 8, 2023.Reading time 9 minutes.

Let me tell you a story about why I love what I’m doing and why I’m here to help you. I believe that communication must be human first and tech next. Every individual has the potential to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life and should have the unrestricted freedom to communicate with others. To do […]

UPDATE: You Are the Media

October 25, 2023.Reading time 5 minutes.

In today’s social media world you are the media. You are the press. You are the broadcaster. You are the news. Your business can now have a voice with brand storytelling. Don’t hope and wait for the press to pick your story. Be the press. Be the broadcaster. With YouTube and social media, you are […]