Adapt, Improvise, Overcome: What Newspapers Can Teach You About Business Success
Cut To The Chase: Podcast Hosted by Gregg Goldfarb
Release Date: 01/22/2025
Cut To The Chase: Podcast Hosted by Gregg Goldfarb
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In a time where digital media dominates, the resilience of local newspapers provides a valuable lesson for law firms and businesses striving to stay relevant and impactful.
In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, Gregg speaks with Grant Miller, a publisher at Miami’s Community Newspapers which, despite the challenging media landscape, has thrived for over 42 years by adapting and pivoting.
Local newspapers have a unique role in keeping communities connected, informed, and involved. From car reviews to local events and business spotlights, they cover it all!
Listen as Grant uncovers the transformation and persistence required to survive the evolving world of print media. You’ll learn the adaptive strategies that have kept Miami Community Newspapers thriving, and how businesses, including law firms, can innovate to stay relevant.
What to expect in this episode:
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How adapting, improvising, and overcoming can revitalize any business.
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Why local media is essential for driving community engagement.
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Innovative ways to leverage new technologies in traditional media.
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The impact of local events on community and business relations.
Key Actionable Takeaways for Law Firm Owners:
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Adapt to Change: Just as Miami Community Newspapers have done, law firms need to constantly adapt to new trends and technologies. Stay agile and open to change.
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Leverage Local Media: Utilize local newspapers to connect with the community. It’s a channel often overlooked but can be highly effective for community engagement.
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Innovate: Embrace new technologies and mediums to communicate your message, much like Miami Community Newspapers have with their newsletters and podcasts.
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Community Involvement: Host and participate in local events to establish a stronger presence and build relationships within the community. Then, market them in your local newspapers!
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Resources:
- Check out Miami’s Community News: https://communitynewspapers.com
- Connect with Grant on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grantmillercn
- Follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grantmillerhere
- Subscribe to their YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@communitynewspapers1946
This episode was produced and brought to you by Reignite Media.