Media and communications have changed, and we aren’t keeping up. Companies are rethinking their strategies for communicating with their clients, prospects, and the public.
In this episode of Bangers Only, we dive into what corporate executives need to accept and the changes they need to make to be relevant today.
The good news is it doesn’t have to be costly, time-consuming, or painful.
Ted Merz, a media veteran, talks about the communication challenges people face today and simple solutions that can get you on track.
People want to hear from CEOs in their own, authentic voices.
Traditional media is coming in second to social media.
Don’t be afraid to put yourself out there. People want to connect with people.
You’ll see instant results and have fun too.
Ted Merz was Bloomberg’s Global Head of News Product for nearly a decade. He spent the previous 16 years in senior executive roles at Bloomberg News, including as New York Bureau Chief and Managing Editor for the Americas.
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Timestamps:
(0:00) Intro
(0:20) Welcome, Ted Merz
(0:30) Ted’s 32 Year Career
(2:24) Working with Mike Bloomberg
(3:36) Life After Bloomberg
(6:55) Writing Beyond Business
(8:45) Connecting Through Nostalgia
(10:55) The Evolution of Executive Communication
(13:50) Creating Content Is An Executive Function
(16:04) Unlearning
(17:47) People Connect with People
(19:09) Social Media Unlocks Traditional Media
(20:39) The Right Story Can Strike A Cord
(22:55) Communication Facilitates Connection
(23:23) You Can’t Be Everything To Everyone
(27:00) It’s A Small World
(28:44) Manasquan Beach Badges
(30:00) The Internet Connects You To The Real World
(30:40) Connect with Ted
