There are millions of scholarly articles offering a barrage of advice and how-to’s for managing employees. We test personalities, have team building activities, performance appraisals
Have you ever been to a potluck or buffet where you start out with a strong resolve to “eat healthily”? Over the course of the
Recently, the American College of Surgeons determined that identifying and managing “surgeon burnout” is one of its top concerns. Recent surveys of their members show
Do you ever worry that someday someone will realize you don’t know what you’re doing? Are you sure you will be exposed and your clients
We’re proud sponsors of the American Roots Music Festival. Plan to attend Nov. 2. www.americanrootsmusicfestival.com (Salem, OR) Oct. 3, 2019 – In a generation with
Salem, Oregon (Jan. 3, 2019) – VanNatta Public Relations, Inc. (VPR) has been ranked by January 2019 Oregon Business Magazine’s Power Book for Advertising/Marketing/Public Relations
(Salem, Oregon) Nov. 8, 2018 – The Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Oregon Chapter honored Mary Louise VanNatta, APR, CAE, owner, and CEO
Do you have employees who struggle with confidence? Are they afraid to voice their opinions or assert themselves? Do they seem anxious to communicate with
“If you’re not at the table, you are probably on the menu,” is a favorite saying of Fred VanNatta. Fifty years after founding VanNatta Public
In today’s economy, reasonable prices and good customer service aren’t enough. Modern consumers value experiences more. Eventbrite, an event promotion website, reports that 78 percent
If you’ve spent any time in high school, chances are you’ve encountered a “slacker.” Slackers, while fun and perfectly nice people, do just barely enough
Fred VanNatta spent his working career as housing advocate and governmental affairs representative for the homebuilding industry. On Dec. 1 he was awarded the 2017
Whether yours is a “Miracle on 34th Street,” Santa-believing holiday or about your personal faith, it’s the season of believing. Professional coaches and inspirational speakers
You’re pretty successful at your job. You’re able to produce good work and get along well with colleagues. You’re pretty happy and make decent
VanNatta Public Relations (VPR) brought three trophies back to Salem from the 2017 Oregon Public Relations Society of America’s Spotlight Awards. The yearly event recognizes
You know it’s the end of the month, quarter or year when the phone rings and sales people have that slightly desperate tone in their voice.
You’re just at a meeting and to speed it along you propose a solution before EVERYONE has a chance to weigh in. Your co-worker
It’s summer and many business people will be taking vacation. It’s probably well-deserved and if you are like we are, we seem to plan for months
VanNatta Public Relations, Inc. Listed in Oregon Business Magazine POWERBOOK list for PR/Marketing Firm 2017 Salem, OR) April 20, 2017. VanNatta Public Relations, located in Salem, Oregon,
I recently listened to a presentation from a young woman who attended a leadership conference. As a result of what she learned, she was removing
