May 19, 2022
What advice would you give a younger, more impressionable version of yourself?
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Valentine, WBHT: It’s something I’m still trying to master, but if I could go back I’d tell a younger version of myself, “Pick your battles and don’t sweat the small stuff and things you can’t control.” Jonathan Shuford, WRVW: Listen more than you talk and learn everything you can.
Guy Zapoleon, Zapoleon Consulting: These are obvious but are often forgotten in the heat of the moment. Take time to think about your answer before you give it. Before making any decision really take time to study the situation. Do your homework, study the people you are working with, understand the consumer (demographics) and the history of a job (or radio station). Understand the expectations of you, your job, and the station.
Jana Sutter, WXXL: Speak up more often even if your opinion is wrong, at least having your voice heard is a good thing. You’re bound to learn something; failure is a beautiful thing. Know your worth. Jammer, WEZB: Don’t Be a Stupid Ass. Bob Patrick, WXLK: Don’t be cocky, it’s not about you. Work harder. |
Jon Zellner, iHeartMedia: I wish I’d known that arrogance is a sign of insecurity. It would’ve helped me understand the behavior of a few of my managers early in my career.
Adam Rivers, WKCI: Listen more and talk less. I talked too much and listened too little. That reputation still hurts me today.
R Dub, Z90/Magic 92.5: To always enjoy TODAY.
Randi West, WRMF: Take chances and travel more. Kobe, WUVA Don’t listen to anyone who allows the word “can’t” to live in their vocabulary. Dom Theodore, Radio Animal Media Strategies: Don’t worry so much, it all turns out ok in the end.
Java Joel, WHBC: Have a plan B.
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Josh Wolff, WAEB: Talk less and listen more! Rick Vaughn, KENZ: Be selective of the bridges you burn.
Jagger, KCHZ: Always keep your head up kid, the future looks bright!
Big Rob, KKPL/KMAX: I’d have made myself move a time or two and get my name out there more. I love that I’ve spent my whole career in my home state of Colorado, but I’ve gotten passed over and overlooked for things too many times because I started my career here at 18 and was always looked at and treated like a kid and taken advantage of. My advice would have been to never let that happen like I did. I should have believed in myself much sooner. Loyalty’s a bitch when it’s so one sided, yeah? |
Jeremy Rice, WXXL: Stay focused, work hard, LISTEN to your people. Check your ego at the door, show people respect. Have fun, love your job. Play the hits. Shake hands, kiss babies, in person and on social media. Learn something new every day. Read every Harvard Business Review article. Grow talent, tell your team you appreciate them. Talk to EVERY 18–24-year-old street team member/intern and get their take on EVERYTHING. Embrace change and new technology. Relationships, Relationships, and Relationships! Take care of your physical AND mental health, it’s OK to take a vacation! Think like a businessperson without losing the passion for doing what you love! And don’t forget to download the iHeart APP!
Fish, WKRZ: Listen more, talk less. Patience goes a long way and pays off in the end. Timing is everything.
Drew Heyman, WHYI: Say yes to everything regard your career in radio and you’ll figure it out!
Jeff Hurley iHeartMedia: Get healthier now. You’re never ready for the next step…do it anyway. Buy Google stock. When the singer of Destiny’s Child offers you an autograph and photo…take it. Get into the Country format sooner.
Brian Mack, iHeartMedia: Invested money gains value…saved money loses it.
Frankie V, KSSX/KHTS: I’d tell young Frankie V to enjoy each step of the radio journey, no matter what market you are on! Don’t be in a rush for what’s next!Next Week’s Question Of The Week:
What unreachable goal have you accomplished in your life (personally and/or professionally) you thought you never would?
e-Mail your responses to: jodorisio@deanemediasolutions.com or bburke@deanemediasolutions.com
