I don’t want to brag but I do have to say that I have the most incredible staff. They are the most dedicated people I have ever met. Last night, we had the Adelante of Suffolk County gala. They are a community service organization committed to helping the community. They...
On Being Temporarily Disabled…
Most people who know me, know that I went for knee surgery nearly two weeks ago. Since then, I have been in a straight leg brace and I am using crutches. I never realized how hard it is to use crutches! Two days ago, I had to go to our...
Do You Read Business Books?
I love to read business books. Even when I'm on vacation, I snatch up the latest best-selling business book and read it while I'm away. Sometimes my family and friends think that I'm odd because I don't read fiction, historical biographies (unless of course it relates to business) and other...
So You Want A Job?
With unemployment at an all time high, the competition to find a job is fierce! How do you stand out among the competition? Through the years, I've interviewed hundreds of people and I can tell you what works and what doesn't: Here's what DOES NOT work: Wear anything but a...
Do You Twitter?
Lately, I've been intrigued by Twitter.com. I'm so interested in the power of this web site/social networking tool that I keep it on all day long. Today, Peter Shankman in Help A Reporter Out (HARO) mentioned a list of people to follow in twitter. The people ranged from reporters and...
Where Do You Think?
The other day, Peter Shankman of HARO sent out a query from a reporter at a woman's magazine asking for places one goes to think to be creative. Since we are a creative group, I decided to survey a few of the HJMT folks: "I take a long, hot shower,"...
Who’s Your Best Friend?
Throughout a typical day, I get an inordinate amount of solicitations. I'm sure you do too. I really feel for the people on the other end of the phone. Most are like you and me trying to make a living. Unfortunately, they go about it the wrong way. Most of...
Where Do You Sit?
When I had my office in Long Beach, I was lucky. I had an amazing view of the city. In the distance, I was able to see the beach. And, I had my own rest room in my office. At the time, I didn’t realize that this was rare. But...
New Business Blues…
I can’t believe how hard it is to close with new clients. At HJMT COMMUNICATIONS, LLC, we have an amazing shop of dedicated and devoted people who really care about our clients and want to see their success. I can attest to that! But lately, we have been getting some...
Opening Up A New Office…
Next week, HJMT COMMUNICATIONS, LLC will be opening a new office in Rochester. We’re hoping that this will continue to help situate us as the premier growing, boutique PR firm. When this office opens, we will have three offices – Manhattan, Long Island and Rochester! Rochester is a great area....