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February 7, 2024 40 mins
How can skills and strategies from unrelated fields, like competitive sailing, be transferred to public relations and business management in general? In this episode of Small BizCast, Joel Volk of Hot Dog Biz Growth took a deep dive with Kellee M. Johnson into the nuanced world of strategic public relations and its critical role in business. We explored the importance of timely and thoughtful communication, the delicate balance between storytelling and silence, and the sophisticated tactics of handling public crises. We shed light on the powerful PESO model for comprehensive media outreach and emphasized the need for authenticity and strategic planning in a media landscape that's constantly shifting. They discuss navigating through challenges and opportunities, and recall the lessons of adaptability and preparation, applying them to our pursuits for enduring success. Timeline: 00:00 Kellee M. Johnson: PR expert, sailor, leadership philosophy. 06:05 PR still relevant, but pitches preferred. 08:02 PR and legal strategies must align carefully. 10:35 Small businesses start with one client. Surprising testimonials. 13:20 Training helps, passion and authenticity matter. 18:41 Learning to sail in Florida, embracing challenges. 21:32 Learning to sail low breeze, advertising vs. PR 27:38 Defining PR metrics: positive, accuracy, relationship-building. 30:27 Silence can incriminate, engage with the media. 34:04 Stages of business: survival, innovation, decline. 37:58 Aligning marketing and production for business success. 40:13 Farewell hot dog, it's a wonderful life. ----------------- GUEST: Kellee M. Johnson | www.ballastgroup.com ----------------- We'd like to thank our sponsors: Hot Dog Business Growth, JorgensenHR and Fit4TheCause
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