P1 Learning Blog
How Sports Built My Career
After going to college to be a school teacher and realizing I could not do that the rest of my life, I found myself in the broadcasting business. I began selling and doing play by play for high school sports. Honestly, I knew nothing about radio and television and less about selling. But, I did feel like I knew sports. My father was a longtime successful basketball coach and I had grown up in the gym and on the field. Plus, I had played nearly every sport out there at one point and time in my youth. This clearly, however, did not make me qualified to have success!
Stay Sharp This Summer
June is here, officially bringing with it summer fun, sunshine, and time to recharge. But don’t let all the fun and sun distract you from your goals and your mission to continue bettering yourself. To stay sharp this summer, we’ve gathered a list of recommendations from the Ten-Minute Trainers. You can’t go wrong with these resources!
Mental Health Awareness Month: A Time to Prioritize Your Wellbeing
Mental health is no longer a taboo topic at work. Thankfully, we’ve moved beyond that. However, while we’re better at supporting colleagues, are we neglecting our own mental well-being?
This Mental Health Awareness Month, let’s dedicate some focused time to ourselves. Consider it an investment – after all, prioritizing your mental health is crucial for overall happiness and productivity.
Building a Dynamic Media Sales Internship Program
Welcome to the world of media sales, where every day is a new adventure! Creating an effective internship program is crucial for nurturing the next generation of sales professionals. With sales being a competitive market, your internship program at your station must have the tools in place to not only attract them but also keep them after the internship is over. To help, we have put together these 7 steps to get you started on the path to creating an effective program for your station.
Set Your Seller Up for Success
In today’s rapidly evolving broadcasting and media landscape, staying ahead of the curve is the key to success. And as your station sets its sights on expansion and growth, investing in online training can be your secret weapon. But the key lies in equipping your staff with the right skills, not just throwing information at them. Let’s dive into how online training through P1 Learning’s Seller Success Program, “P1 Plus” can revolutionize your team’s development and propel your station to new heights.
Rising Above Review
The 5th Annual Rising Above Virtual Sales and Management Summit was a resounding success! Both Derron Steenbergen and Speed Marriott joined forces in Kansas City to bring together industry experts and share their insights with the broadcast community. The two-day...
New Year, New Goals!
Have you finished up those New Year's Resolutions? If not, don't stress! I found myself doing some last minute polishing a few days into the New Year, so we're in this together. But, we all know how difficult it can be to keep up with our goals as the year progresses,...
2023 Year In Review
Hey there, Ten-Minute Trainer Network Members! As we wrap up 2023 and look ahead to 2024, we wanted to celebrate just how far we’ve come in the first year of Ten-Minute Trainer Network! Let's kick back, grab a virtual coffee, and take a stroll down memory lane. Last...
Rising Above Returns in 2024
Back by popular demand, Rising Above: A Virtual Sales & Management Summit will return on January 24 & 25th, 2024 for its 5th year in a row! This virtual summit is a great way to gather your team and kick off 2024! In past years, attendees have left this event...