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Bryan Runion
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writer • aspiring chef • world traveler
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Ep 15: Group Dynamics
Avoiding tension costs more than confronting it. Learn how to hold disagreements that strengthen your team, not strain it.
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November 16, 2025 at 8:38 AM
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We are devoted to using “disruptive innovation” to teach and learn, by telling stories, having discussions on life, and taking a humorous and irreverent look...
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April 4, 2025 at 9:44 PM
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Half-Hour • Emergency Preparedness Is Leadership: What Happens When You’re the Calm in the Chaos
It was a Wednesday matinee. School groups, late buses, a tired crew. We were halfway through act one when the fire alarm went off. Not a test. Not a drill. Just a blaring, unignorable reality cutting ...
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April 3, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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Salary negotiations—whether for a new job or a raise—require strategy, research, and confidence.

#SalaryNegotiation #StageManagerLife #EntertainmentIndustry #CareerGrowth #KnowYourWorth

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How to Negotiate Your Salary as a Stage Manager or Production Manager (and Get Paid What You Deserve) • Half-Hour
Talking about money is uncomfortable. We get into the industry because we love the work, not because we want to haggle over pay. But just like in any profession, negotiating your salary—whether for a ...
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February 19, 2025 at 3:51 AM
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February 15, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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We don’t need a corporate mandate to do the right thing. As leaders, we set the tone for how our teams operate. If we care about the future of this industry, we must ensure that talent isn’t just welcomed but truly supported.

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February 14, 2025 at 8:12 PM
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Are you just showing up, or are you making a difference? The distinction between participation and contribution can make or break a production.

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February 12, 2025 at 1:46 AM
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What’s the key to success? It’s not only about managing complex schedules or having the technical prowess to give you an edge; it’s mostly about the people we manage. How can you effectively lead such a diverse team? #personalities #leadership

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Managing Personalities (Audio Version)
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February 9, 2025 at 12:20 AM
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February 4, 2025 at 12:28 AM
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February 3, 2025 at 1:10 AM
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Ethical leadership doesn’t always lead to easy answers, but it creates a meaningful impact.

#ethics #ethicalleadership #leadershipdevelopment #careerdevelopment #entertainmentindustry #stagemanagement #productionmanagement #balance #greyareas

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Why Ethical Leadership Matters
Ethical leadership isn’t just about making the “right” choices—it’s about building trust, fostering respect, and creating an environment where people feel valued. In the entertainment industry, where ...
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February 2, 2025 at 5:43 PM
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January 31, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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What’s the key to success? It’s not only about managing complex schedules or having the technical prowess to give you an edge. Check out these 5 skills you can foster and build to help you manage the diverse personalities in our industry.
#personalities #leadership

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Managing Personalities • Half-Hour
Live entertainment is a mosaic of diverse personalities, each bringing unique strengths and challenges to the table. Whether you’re leading a stage crew, managing performers, or coordinating productio...
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January 31, 2025 at 12:11 PM
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Are you just showing up, or are you making a difference?The distinction between participation and contribution can make or break a production.

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Participation vs Contribution • Half-Hour
Live entertainment thrives on collaboration, but not all collaboration is created equal. I’ve recently been contemplating what the difference is between participation and contribution, which can often...
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January 31, 2025 at 2:44 AM