by Kurt Heinrich | Jan 23, 2013 | Communication, Have Better Conversations
Every once in a while we’ll be asked questions that we don’t know the answer to. It could be a complex question in front of a large group of people or a brief query from your mentor. Failing to have the answer at your fingertips can be upsetting. No one likes to look...
by Kurt Heinrich | Nov 28, 2012 | Communication, Have Better Conversations
In this email saturated world, it’s difficult to penetrate the din and connect with a journalist about your story idea. Granted, you probably have a great idea that includes many news elements or is a perfect fit for the media you’re pitching, but if you aren’t able...
by John Horn | Nov 7, 2012 | Communication, Have Better Conversations
Support A Good Book Drive and build a library of children’s books for East Vancouver literacy program the Writers’ Exchange. This is a story about stories and storytelling. Its purpose is to inspire you to, first, give a copy of your favourite children’s book to a kid...
by Kurt Heinrich | Oct 10, 2012 | Communication, Have Better Conversations
There are many stories out there. Some are so important that every media outlet in your area, region or country will want to cover them. Other stories are of more limited interest to particular media groups. Identifying which stories will be attractive to which media...