Public Relations: What It Takes to Be a Leader

Public Relations: What It Takes to Be a Leader

I was recently asked to teach undergraduate students at the University of Tennessee about public relations. This new opportunity got me thinking about what the world of PR will be like when these students graduate, and what skills they’ll need to be leaders in...
Levers of #Influence

Levers of #Influence

This post is part of our 2016 Team Buzz Builder Guest Blogger series. Today we are pleased to introduce you to David Sparks, author of the inspiring SparkVoice blog. Years ago I took a team position inside of major manufacturing company with no direct reports, but one...
Your Leadership Character Matters Most

Your Leadership Character Matters Most

When I started my journey in the leadership blogging space nearly 5 years ago, I focused a large amount of mental attention on the skills I thought I should have. At one point, I remember driving past our local Wendy’s restaurant and wondering if I should apply...