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Media Training Gripes

I’ve been specializing in communications strategy for more than 25 years, so like to think I have a pretty fair idea of what works when it comes to media training. I also have a pretty fair idea of what doesn’t. Unfortunately, I’ve seen this demonstrated in some instances. These are more than pet peeves. They […]

Active vs. Passive Learning: Who’s the Winner?

Active learning is all the rage. To define it for our purposes here, active learning involves hands-on, participatory professional development. For example, it’s the difference between an interactive public speaking workshop in which participants rehearse their presentations and a more passive speech where they sit and listen. Passive learning has taken it on the chin […]