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By Miles D. Shattuck July 20, 2023July 20, 2023

3.5 Content Marketing Survival Tips

Content marketing is exciting, interesting, and fun. But it can also be confusing and stressful. These tips will help you survive and thrive.

By Miles D. Shattuck April 10, 2020November 5, 2021

11 Books That Will Make You More Creative and Influential

The 2010s gave us a lot to be thankful for: Game of Thrones, Harlem Shake memes, the Serial podcast, and a lot of great books. 📚

By Miles D. Shattuck April 2, 2020April 10, 2020

Joyfear in the Age of Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Two weeks ago, you were hitting your stride at work. Now, you’re suddenly jobless.

What you’re feeling is joyfear.

I’m feeling it, too. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to stay focused during this crisis.

By Miles D. Shattuck February 21, 2020March 29, 2020

6 Easy Ways to Help Entrepreneurs Thrive in Oregon

How to help Oregon founders, why entrepreneurship is important for Oregon, and an update from Oregon Entrepreneurs Network.

By Miles D. Shattuck December 31, 2019February 23, 2020

Happy New Year 2020

I’ve been laying low and focusing on work. But, this year, I plan to return to blogging and podcasting.🎙

And, in the spirit of new beginnings, I Marie Kondo’d my website—making my blog and portfolio the main focus.

By Miles D. Shattuck May 10, 2018March 29, 2020

Big Week in Shattuck Land

I have accepted an offer for the Marketing & Communications Manager role at Oregon Entrepreneurs Network.

By Miles D. Shattuck April 11, 2018March 29, 2020

4 Important Things I Learned In My Senior Capstone (No-Brainers We Sometimes Forget)

Upon first glance, the four key goals of the PSU University Studies Program seem like no-brainers to me. But really, the job of achieving these particular goals is never-ending.

By Miles D. Shattuck February 12, 2018February 21, 2020

5 B2B Trends To Follow in 2018

The line between B2B and B2C is getting blurrier as the notion of P2P (Person-to-Person) marketing becomes clear. Strategies that place the customer front and center are winning. As the digital landscape evolves, trends have emerged that B2B companies should consider.

By Miles D. Shattuck January 18, 2018December 31, 2019

Real iDeal Radio Bonus Episode: Genealogy and The Historical Context of Robert Griner, Plus The Landmark Copyright Case of 1971.

What can we learn about ourselves by researching our family history? Communications manager, historian and musician, Robert Griner, explains how a label from a bottle of Irish Creme liquor sent him … Continue reading Real iDeal Radio Bonus Episode: Genealogy and The Historical Context of Robert Griner, Plus The Landmark Copyright Case of 1971.

By Miles D. Shattuck June 24, 2017July 22, 2020

Real iDeal Radio Podcast S1E9: Interview with Environmental Studies Major Emmaly Beck

Can we afford to sacrifice short-term profits for a sustainable future? Emmaly Beck believes we can. In episode #9 I interview Portland State University college senior and Environmental Studies Major … Continue reading Real iDeal Radio Podcast S1E9: Interview with Environmental Studies Major Emmaly Beck

By Miles D. Shattuck June 4, 2017July 22, 2020

Real iDeal Radio Podcast S1E8: Mastering the Art of the Introduction, Tactical Interview Phrases, The Feedback Sandwich

Is the personal introduction a lost art? One important lesson I learned from my grandmother is to be inclusive of others. Over the years, I’ve noticed an opportunity for us … Continue reading Real iDeal Radio Podcast S1E8: Mastering the Art of the Introduction, Tactical Interview Phrases, The Feedback Sandwich

By Miles D. Shattuck May 23, 2017July 22, 2020

Real iDeal Radio Podcast S1E7: Chris Cornell Tribute and The Day the 80’s Stood Still

The world lost a rare and amazing talent on Wednesday, May 17, 2017. An elder statesman of rock with an iconic and unmistakable voice, Chris Cornell emerged from the Seattle … Continue reading Real iDeal Radio Podcast S1E7: Chris Cornell Tribute and The Day the 80’s Stood Still