How Sports Built My Career

How Sports Built My Career

By Derron Steenbergen Sometimes, it all begins with sports… 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....
Stay Sharp This Summer

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...
Mental Health Awareness Month: A Time to Prioritize Your Wellbeing

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...
Building a Dynamic Media Sales Internship Program

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...
Rising Above Review

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...
Rising Above Returns in 2024

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...