by Jennifer Lane | Nov 6, 2026 | Customer Service, Human Resources, Management, Mindset & Resilience, Personal Development, Teamwork, Ten-Minute Trainer, Ten-Minute Trainer Network
November is a natural time to think about gratitude. We gather around tables, reflect on the year, and take a moment to appreciate the people who make a difference in our lives. But what would happen if we brought that same intention into our work all year long? Think...
by Jennifer Lane | Jan 6, 2026 | Leadership, Leadership Development, Management, Marketing, Motivation, Movitvation, Rising Above, Sales, Sales Relationships, Sales Training, Selling, Speed and Swagger, State Broadcasters Associations, Ten-Minute Trainer, Ten-Minute Trainer Network, Tips, Training, Training Trends
The media industry is changing rapidly—and staying relevant requires strong leadership, confident sellers, and forward-thinking strategy. That’s exactly why Rising Above was created. Rising Above is a two-day virtual summit designed for broadcasters, media sellers,...
by Jennifer Lane | Dec 2, 2025 | Leadership, Communication, Leadership Development, Leadership Styles, Management, Professional Growth, Team Dynamics, Teamwork, Ten-Minute Trainer, Ten-Minute Trainer Network, Training, Training Programs, Training Trends, Work Performance
We tend to think of leadership as something granted by a title — manager, director, VP. But if the last few years have taught us anything, it’s that real leadership comes from people who can inspire, collaborate, and move others toward solutions… no matter where they...
by Jennifer Lane | Sep 3, 2024 | Communication, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Goal Management, Management
Have you ever had to decide on a work project or personal situation and didn’t know what to do? For me, this happens more times than I would like to admit. Decisions shape our lives, and making the wrong choice can lead to missed opportunities or unwanted outcomes. To...
by Jennifer Lane | Apr 1, 2024 | Communication, Curriculum, Education, Employee Training, Hiring, Human Resources, Internship, Jobs, Leadership, Leadership Styles, Management, Motivation, Networking, New Hires, On-Boarding, Onboarding, P1 Futures Program, Recognition, Recruitment, Retaining Employees
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...
by Jennifer Lane | Feb 6, 2024 | Advertising, Broadcast, Closing the Sale, Customer Needs Analysis, DEI, Education, eLearning, Emotional Intelligence, Employee Training, Goal Management, Goals, Human Resources, Leadership, Leadership Styles, Management, Marketing, Motivation, On-Boarding, Radio, Recruitment, Rising Above, Sales, Sales Cycle, Sales Relationships, Sales Training, Selling, State Broadcasters Associations, Teamwork, Ten-Minute Trainer, Ten-Minute Trainer Network, Training, Uncategorized, Webinar
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...
