The Importance of Understanding Cultural Differences By Andrew Woodcock, TVG Account Executive There’s a phrase in Russian that closely corresponds to one in English: “mir tyesen.” Word for word, this phrase means “the world is tight,” but the base meaning is closer to our phrase “it’s a small world.” Modern communication technology is bringing the Read More
Public Relations
The Importance of Media Literacy in the Age of “Fake News”
The Importance of Media Literacy in the Age of “Fake News” By Donna Vandiver, TVG President & CEO and Laura Vandiver, TVG VP of Research & Strategic Insight Long before there was “fake news”, there was disinformation, propaganda and censorship. Many Americans are able to evaluate and decide if something they are reading is real or Read More
The Business of Storytelling
The Business of Storytelling By Andy Likes, TVG Senior Vice President Over the last 11+ years in PR, I’ve had the opportunity to work with nearly every type of subject matter expert, including doctors, engineers, lawyers, financial planners and everything in between. One thing is certain with subject matter experts- they know their job and Read More
Random Acts of Kindness, Inspired by Dr. King
Random Acts of Kindness: TVG Day of Service By Patty Olsen, TVG Senior Project Manager Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day was more than just a single day of giving back to the community where I have lived, worked and flourished. It was an opportunity to model what principled citizenship looks like to my elementary-age Read More
8 Tips for Strategic Pitching
8 Tips for Strategic Pitching By Donna Vandiver, President & CEO What you learned in Scouts is true—it’s best to be prepared. At TVG, when we teach staffers to pitch reporters, we talk about a number of things to make a pitch memorable and get the story picked up. Here are 8 of our best Read More
Why is Corporate Reputation So Important?
Corporate Reputation By Donna Vandiver, President & CEO At TVG we do a lot of crisis communications work, so we are constantly assessing the damage a crisis can do to a client’s reputation and image. Why is Corporate Reputation So Important? November 14th, 2017Heather James
Are You Creative? Of Course!
“Creativity is Intelligence Having Fun” By Amy Crump, TVG CFO Have you ever heard someone say they were not creative? They may go on to explain they can’t paint, draw, play an instrument, etc. However, creativity takes many forms, and everyone has the ability to be creative in their own way. Creativity also shows up Read More
The Reality of Crisis Communications
The Reality of Crisis Communications By Andy Likes, TVG Vice President Throughout my 20+ years in broadcast journalism and public relations, unfortunately I’ve seen my share of crisis issues. They happen every single day. I tell my crisis communications training classes that it’s not a matter of “if” a crisis happens, but “when.” The Reality Read More
Want to Understand Someone? Be a Better Listener!
How to Be a Better Listener By Amy Crump, TVG CFO “Knowledge speaks, but wisdom listens.” – Jimi Hendrix With so many things clamoring for our attention these days- technology, multitasking, social media and other distractions—it has become more difficult to be a good listener. Want to Understand Someone? Be a Better Listener! November 14th, Read More
Making the Most Out of Your Weekend: 8 Ways to Recharge and Get Motivated for the Upcoming Week
8 Ways to Recharge and Get Motivated for the Upcoming Week By Katie Miller, TVG Assistant Account Executive What are you doing this weekend? Will those activities lead to a better work week? If you feel more tired on Mondays, lack motivation during the week or are in serious need of a pick-me-up, here are Read More
10 Things You Need to Know If You Work with Millennials
Working with Millennials: 10 Things to Know By Abbey Theban, TVG Account Executive As a millennial in the communications field, I know how much every brand, organization and corporation wants to get inside our heads. 10 Things You Need to Know If You Work with Millennials November 14th, 2017Heather James
Building Client Relationships for Business Success
Building Client Relationships for Business Success By Laura Vandiver, TVG VP of Research & Strategic Insight We all want to have success in our work lives. But, if you ask 30 people what success means to them, you’re likely to get 30 different answers. At the heart of all these definitions of success, however, will Read More