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 Are You “In Relationship” With Your Goals?

By Jennifer R. Hudson / January 31, 2023

If you’re like me, the buzz and excitement of the new year are dissipating. The blank slate is filled and it’s time to get to work. You’ve likely used January to cement your big goals for 2023 and have set the wheels in motion to achieve them. Whether they include getting new clients, leveling up…

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Are You Making Space for What Matters Most?

By Jennifer R. Hudson / January 13, 2023

We’re a couple of weeks in, but I can still say it in my first email of 2023: Happy New Year!  I made the most of the holidays with all the things: baking, holiday songs on repeat, quality time with family and friends, and Rom-Coms! And while I started the year a bit under the…

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3 Things I Want You to Remeber in 2023

By Jennifer R. Hudson / December 20, 2022

This is the time of year when predictions and trends began to surface. What will the coming year look like for communications professionals? What issues will most impact our industry?  They’re entertaining, but rarely mind-blowing.😏 I decided to focus instead on what is actually more meaningful to me: My hope for you — and for…

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Are You Spooked About Pushing Back on Senior Leaders?

By Jennifer R. Hudson / October 28, 2022

It’s the “spooky season,” but that doesn’t mean you have to be afraid of pushing back when senior leaders ask you to develop external communications about an issue or topic you know is not aligned with the reality of what’s happening inside the organization. 😅 If you want to be the trusted advisor your company…

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Are You Including Diverse Voices In Your Communications Efforts?

By Jennifer R. Hudson / June 16, 2022

If you’re like me, you love a great story of triumph.  We find them in books, movies, and even songs. We want the underdog in these stories to win, and we celebrate when they finally do. There’s usually a situation or someone who guides them or facilitates their journey- and we’re especially moved if they…

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“Listening is a radical act of social justice.”

By Jennifer R. Hudson / June 9, 2022

Last year around this time, I shared a few favorite quotes that inspire and motivate me. I’ve got another to add to the list: “Listening is a radical act of social justice.” I heard this quote in the context of nonprofit work, but I think it’s applicable to the work we do as communicators in any organization.…

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Hey PR Pro: Remember to Take Time for Yourself!

By Jennifer R. Hudson / May 19, 2022

As communications professionals, we’re constantly working to serve our companies, our clients, and for many of us – our families, communities, and others around us. Your dedication to others is beautiful – but remember to make time for yourself!  Just as I advocate for PR professionals to embrace communications planning, I also strongly encourage you…

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Lessons From My Daughter On The Power Of A Plan

By Jennifer R. Hudson / May 12, 2022

This year, my daughter Sophia is on the hunt to find the higher ed institution she will call home in less than two years. She has carefully curated our college visits and developed meticulous itineraries that ensure we not only maximize the campus tours but also spend time enjoying the city we’re visiting. I am…

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“Singin’ Out of the Same Hymnal” Is Vital to Communications

By Jennifer R. Hudson / May 4, 2022

I always say I love it when a company’s employees are “singin’ out of the same hymnal.” It evokes strong imagery from my church choir days, but also reminds me of a role we often play as communications professionals: that of the choir director!  When folks are attuned (see what I did there? 😃) to company…

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Let’s Expand Your Zone Of Genius Together!

By Jennifer R. Hudson / April 14, 2022

I don’t just believe in being a mentor and coach. I think it’s important that I have them, too!  When I felt called (yep – it’s that deep) to show other communications pros how to lead strategic corporate messaging sessions,  I knew I had a great framework that would help them build confidence and do…

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