Time is our only limited resource. No matter how much we need more, no matter how much we can justify it, we aren’t going to get more time. By this
Time is our only limited resource. No matter how much we need more, no matter how much we can justify it, we aren’t going to get more time. By this
I’ve watched enough Sports Shouting to know you need to take a position on an issue in order to capture audiences’ attention and send a message. If you’re going to
1. Answer questions and tell stories. 2. As soon as you can. 3. With the information you have at the time. (Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Joseph C Boggio,
The core to everything we have to say. Focus on Mission. We protect America. Always Be Messaging (ABM). Information is motivation; understanding is influence. Meanwhile, lies will destroy communication. Everyone
“Sometimes a PAO can be judged more by what is not in the newspaper than what is.” – German Public Affairs Officer We’re all about proactive communication and strongly believe offense
In one way or another, your organization has already given each member a permission slip, empowering them to take action, support the mission, and protect America. Here’s a little secret:
I joined my current organization as the Deputy PAO almost three years ago. Since we shared one calendar to rule them all, I could tell one meeting was noticeably absent:
I mentioned someone said I’m a liar. Separately, a while back I learned a fellow civilian employee told senior leaders I am difficult to work with. Also, there’s a rumor
The other day, someone called me a liar behind my back. This in itself was a lie, or perhaps an ego-driven attempt to save face. Maybe it was something else.
Are you a little shaky on writing statements? If so, keep these lessons by your desk. Start fresh. Past statements were written by people with outdated information, rushing on deadline