by Margot Carmichael Lester | Feb 11, 2020 | What-Not
How to show freelancers you care, this week and every week. Like a lot of agencies, we rely on freelancers. And as a former freelancer myself, I work hard to follow that old golden rule and treat people like I'd want to be treated. Here are some tips for showing your...
by Margot Carmichael Lester | Dec 17, 2019 | What-Not
If you're still looking for gift ideas for writers, co-workers and friends on your list -- or for that pesky office Secret Santa gift -- I've got you covered. Gifts for co-workersMore gift ideas for anyone on your list (branded content created for Staples)Gift ideas...
by Margot Carmichael Lester | Nov 20, 2019 | What-Not
to high school journalists It meant a lot to me as a high school journalist to meet and learn from pros already in the field. Luckily, one of my Dad's best friends and poker buddies was the editor of the local paper, Jim Shumaker (on whom the Shoe cartoon was based)....
by Margot Carmichael Lester | Nov 5, 2019 | What-Not
Early weekend voting makes it easier for many people to exercise their rights to vote. But we can make it simpler still by giving staff paid time off to go to the polls on Election Day or even engage in other Election Day activities. (Some states already have outlines...
by Margot Carmichael Lester | Sep 24, 2019 | What-Not
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by Margot Carmichael Lester | Sep 17, 2019 | What-Not
Back when I was just starting my career, Cokie Roberts was my icon. I was working in government affairs and media relations and I loved listening to her reporting on the Congress I was working with every day. Photo by Evie Hemphill | St. Louis Public Radio I revered...
