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Return to normal? Gee, I hope not. We can do better.
When people say they want things to return to normal, I think what they really


Work Space
This post is not sponsored, but if Post-It brand is looking…I’m available. Before I started

The thing about social media
…is that it’s social. For all the scheduling software and tools out there, the challenge


We’re talking, but we’re not talking
I am going to share an unpopular opinion: I love talking on the phone. On

The Hidden Joys Of Being Back At Work
My long-time dream was to work from home. In particular, I hate rush hour traffic,
Podcast Appearances

Transparency Is Not an Old-Fashioned Ideal
Does Transparent Communication Matter Today? President Donald Trump was found to have lied 30,573 times during

Flashback: A View From the Top – Episode 15 – Sue Heuman
Listen To the Podcast Sue Heuman, co-owner and principal of Focus Communications, was featured on


Public Relations Strategies When Companies Hire Controversial Leaders – Dean Heuman Podcast
Communicating About Controversial Leaders How do you navigate leadership changes, even when the decisions make


In Light of Recent Events!
As a communications professional who has dedicated a significant part of my life to helping

Combating Misinformation: Lessons from Google’s Sonic X Thread
The rise of social media has made it quick and easy to spread misinformation. Anyone

Strategic Talent Acquisition: Five Marketing Tips to Recruit Top Talent
Alberta’s labour market has changed radically in the past five years. The Business Council of

Using Public Domain Characters for your Business
In early 2024, Mickey Mouse, Disney’s famous mascot, became part of the public domain. Mickey,

Five reasons a communications audit makes good business sense
Legendary US retailer John Wannamaker once said, “Half the money I spend on advertising is

A Focus on Canadian Social Media in 2024
2023 saw many changes to the social media landscape. Twitter rebranded itself as X, while

Adapting to the Changing Canadian News Landscape in 2024
As we approach the end of 2023, we must reflect on the significant shifts in