The narrative follows a man's creative journey, sparked by his mother's encouragement, as he embarks on a poetic memoir at age 44. Through his experiences in the film and TV industries, he connects with renowned figures in entertainment, business, and literature. The memoir captures his challenges, near-misses, and ambitious pursuits, ultimately offering profound insights and inspiration for those who aspire to achieve their dreams.
Leveraging Public Relations Expertise for Personal and Client Success
Focusing on career development, this guide equips professionals and students with essential soft skills necessary for thriving in remote and independent work environments. It provides education and strategic guidance to help individuals enhance their career prospects and achieve their professional dreams.
This volume builds on Roger Darnell's The Communications Consultant's Foundation by providing insider knowledge gained over the past three decades atop the field of communications consulting, incorporating lessons learned serving businesses in the global creative industry. Going beyond the basics of a communications consulting business, this book parses and distils the knowledge of top business management luminaries, helping readers build and expand their expertise to heighten their opportunities, and maximize all aspects and phases of their businesses, from start-up through to succession. It discusses essential topics including: - The business of running a PR agency, with emphasis on landing clients and honing expertise to remain exceptional - Advanced PR practices including investor relations and strategic planning - Agency expansion, addressing growth and exit strategies Working PR professionals, entrepreneurs, and students and recent graduates will appreciate high-level insights from a seasoned business owner, as well as templates for proposals, campaign planning, and more. Read with The Communications Consultant's Foundation or on its own, this book will lead readers on life-changing journeys and help a new generation of smart communicators take their professional pursuits to the highest levels.