For years, Alex thought one-on-one meetings were a colossal waste of time. Too much talk, not enough doing. But somewhere between running his own PR practice and leading teams at a major university, he realized he’d been missing something big.
In this episode, Alex shares how his view of one-on-ones completely flipped—from pointless to powerful—and why these conversations can be the most productive, clarifying, and human hour of your week.
You’ll hear:
How to make one-on-one meetings actually worth the time
The difference between managing up, down, and sideways
Why “walk-and-talk” meetings beat sitting across a desk
A smart reminder from Alex’s colleague Darren about peer-to-peer check-ins
Whether you’re leading a team, reporting to one, or just trying to keep your compass pointed in the right direction, this one’s worth a listen.
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After five years and more than 330 episodes, we’ll soon be closing the “virtual lounge,” aka PR After Hours.
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In this episode of PR After Hours, host Alex Greenwood discusses the 'solo contributor trap,' where top performers are promoted into management roles for which they are unprepared.
He explores the implications of this phenomenon, including the costs to organizations and the lack of alternative career paths for individual contributors. The conversation emphasizes the need for better support systems and recognition of different career trajectories in the workplace.
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Alex talks with his brother, Chief (ret.) Clint Greenwood, about the distinctive mindset of first responders—their worldview shaped by crisis, camaraderie, and an often dark sense of humor.
Together, they explore how leaders and communicators can better understand and work with emergency professionals by earning their trust before a crisis hits.
The discussion offers practical insights on:
This candid conversation sheds light on leadership, resilience, and the power of preparation when lives and reputations are on the line.
It's also about the bond between two brothers.
Listen now at: prafterhours.com or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Are you drowning in “to-dos” that don’t actually move the needle? In this episode, Alex Greenwood breaks down how the 80/20 rule—Pareto’s Principle—can rescue PR pros from busywork hell. Learn why most press releases, vanity rankings, and ribbon cuttings belong in the bottom 80%, and how to focus on the few efforts that truly build trust, awareness, and credibility.
🎧 Listen and discover why doing less might just get you more.
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Alex Greenwood reflects on his journey with the PR After Hours podcast, sharing insights from his five-year experience, and shares an important announcement for fans and friends of the show.
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Ever spent hours “perfecting” a press release only to end up with lifeless copy nobody remembers? In this episode, Alex Greenwood breaks down The Law of Diminishing Returns in PR—and why chasing perfection often burns more time than it buys credibility.
Learn why your seventh edit adds nothing, how committees kill quotes, and when “good enough” is actually great.
💡 Perfectionism is polishing the doorknob while the house is on fire.
Listen now and reclaim your time, your message, and your sanity.
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We’re back with a new season—and we’re opening strong. Alex sits down once again with Marc C. Whitt, one of the most respected voices in public relations, to dig into his brand-new book Takeaways: Ideas, Strategies, and Encouragement for the Nonprofit Public Relations Professional.
Marc doesn’t just talk tactics—he unpacks what it means to treat PR as a calling, not just a job. From navigating ethical dilemmas to building authentic trust, from gratitude to community engagement, this conversation is packed with lessons that will resonate far beyond the nonprofit world.
If you’ve ever wondered how to practice PR with both skill and purpose, this episode sets the tone for an informative, inspiring—and yes, entertaining—Season 12 of PR After Hours.
Get The Book here. Visit Marc's website here.
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On Sept 18, 2025 we’re back for SEASON 12, and we’re starting strong: Marc Whitt joins us to talk about his brand-new book TAKEAWAYS.
If you’re in nonprofit #PR, this one’s for you: real-world insights, hard-earned lessons, and a few stories that will make you rethink how you do the work.
Don’t miss the premiere Thursday, Sept. 18. Hit play, take notes, and get ready to sharpen your game. Get it wherever you get your podcasts, or visit PRAfterHours.com.
In the Season 11 finale of "PR After Hours," host Alex Greenwood shares personal insights and reflections on the show's journey, shaped by listener feedback.
Tune in to discover how personal stories and listener engagement are driving the evolution of the show, and what exciting changes are on the horizon. Don't miss this candid look behind the scenes of "PR After Hours."
SEASON 12 STARTS IN SEPTEMBER!
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In this episode, Alex sits down with Hernan Tagliani—bestselling author, multicultural marketing expert, and president of Tagliani Multicultural—to unpack why so many companies are missing one of the biggest growth opportunities of our time: engaging multicultural consumers, particularly the U.S. Hispanic market.
With nearly 20 years of experience advising Fortune 500 companies, Hernan shares the myths that hold brands back, the outdated strategies that no longer work, and what it really takes to connect with today’s diverse audience. From actionable campaign strategies to hard truths about marketing complacency, this is a must-listen for any leader who wants to stay relevant—and profitable—in a changing marketplace.
🎧 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
• Why a “total market approach” is no longer enough
• Four common myths about Hispanic consumers—and the reality
• How fear and outdated assumptions stall multicultural marketing
• What “cultural relevance” really looks like in campaigns
• Practical steps brands can take to engage diverse audiences authentically
• Why ignoring multicultural consumers could be your brand’s Blockbuster moment
🧠 Guest Bio – Hernan Tagliani
Hernan Tagliani is a multicultural marketing and communications expert, bestselling author of Multicultural Mainstream, and founder of Tagliani Multicultural—one of the fastest-growing independent agencies in the U.S. His agency specializes in helping brands authentically reach Hispanic consumers and drive ROI through culturally intelligent strategies. Hernan is a recognized thought leader featured in Adweek, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and more.
🔗 Resources & Links:
• Learn more about Hernan’s agency: Tagliani Multicultural
• Get the book: Multicultural Mainstream: The Power of Hispanics in Consumer Marketing
• Follow Hernan on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/hernantagliani
• PR After Hours Website: PRAfterHours.com
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What do you do when your CEO and Chief People Officer get caught canoodling—sans spouses—on a Coldplay kiss cam? If you’re Astronomer, apparently you hire Gwyneth Paltrow to crack a few jokes and hope everyone forgets.
It probably didn’t work.
In this episode of PR After Hours, Alex breaks down how a non-oppositional crisis can become an oppositional one overnight—all thanks to a tone-deaf attempt to “ride the zeitgeist.”
We’ll talk about what they should’ve done instead, why you can’t Goop your way out of bad leadership, and the simple crisis comms rule they ignored.
Then we shift gears into complexity creep—why tech, especially AI, keeps promising simplicity but somehow makes everything harder. If you’ve ever wondered why the “future of work” feels more chaotic than streamlined, this one’s for you.
🔹 PR stunts that make a mess worse
🔹 The difference between non-oppositional and oppositional crises
🔹 The one thing they should have done to end the scandal
🔹 How complexity creep is undermining AI’s big promises
Listen now for a double shot of PR lessons and a reality check on tech hype.
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Host J. Alex Greenwood explores one of the most overlooked (and most powerful) aspects of successful branding and communications: emotional triggers.
Why do smart people make seemingly irrational buying decisions? Why do some campaigns stick and others fizzle? The answer lies in psychology, not product specs.
From Nike to Coca-Cola to your last impulse buy, this episode unpacks how emotion—not logic—drives decision-making, loyalty, and influence. You'll get a crash course in emotional messaging tactics that actually work—plus real-world ways to apply them in your PR, copywriting, or branding efforts.
🎯 You’ll Learn:
Why emotional resonance beats technical features every time
How top brands tap into identity, pride, nostalgia, and even fear
12 powerful emotional triggers and how to use them ethically in your messaging
Why “facts tell, but emotions sell” isn’t just a cliché—it’s a science-backed reality
How to use these principles in press releases, crisis comms, and reputation building
💡 Ideal For:
PR professionals, brand storytellers, marketers, small business owners, nonprofit communicators, and anyone tired of leading with a bulleted list of features.
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Sleep: not the poetic kind. Not the eternal kind. Just the plain, essential, sanity-saving kind.
In this reflective solo episode, host Alex Greenwood explores how his relationship with sleep has changed over the years—and why it may be time for you to reconsider yours, too.
From the overcaffeinated glory days of hustle culture to choosing an 8 p.m. bedtime over Netflix, this episode examines what it means to rest on purpose.
Whether you're a PR pro, creative, entrepreneur—or just someone who's tired of being tired—you’ll find something here that hits home.
🔗 Listen now to learn:
Why sleep is your best productivity hack
How sleep needs evolve by decade—from toddler to retiree
Why staying up all night “doomscrolling” doesn’t change the world (but ruins your Tuesday)
A simple challenge to rethink how you rest
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Ever been told to "own" a project but given no team, no budget, and zero authority? You’re not alone.
Alex unpacks the all-too-common workplace trap of the invisible mandate—where professionals are tasked with major goals but left powerless to execute them.
🔥 Topics covered:
Why “responsibility without authority” is quietly wrecking teams
What happened when a friend was asked to lead without tools
Gallup and PMI data on role clarity, burnout, and wasted resources
Practical ways to navigate this broken system—and still win
🎙️ Plus: A metaphor involving Claude Rains, the Invisible Man, and a Formula One car you don’t want to miss.
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Alex Greenwood sits down with certified executive coach and PR veteran Katie Neal to tackle one of the PR world’s dirtiest secrets: burnout.
What makes PR a perfect storm for overwork and perfectionism? How do you tell “normal busy” from “I-can’t-get-out-of-bed” exhaustion? Katie breaks it down with empathy and no-nonsense advice.
In this episode you’ll learn:
The Burnout Spectrum: From mild fatigue to full-blown collapse—where do you fall?
PR’s Pressure Cooker: Why tight deadlines, client expectations, and the 24/7 news cycle fuel workaholism
Boundary Bootcamp: Simple, actionable ways to carve out “off” time and actually keep it
Values-Driven Work: How aligning on what matters most can guard against depletion
Leadership’s Role: What managers must do (and stop doing) to foster a truly sustainable culture
Whether you’re just starting to feel the heat or you’ve already hit the wall, Katie’s insights will help you reclaim your energy—and your career.
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Alex shares a candid take on the risks behind the rise of Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services like Klarna, Afterpay, and Affirm.
Inspired by a recent LinkedIn post and his appearance on the Moneywise for Teens podcast, Alex breaks down why these easy credit options aren’t always as harmless as they seem—especially for younger consumers.
Learn how BNPL can lead to overspending, credit pitfalls, and long-term financial stress—and why “Save Now, Buy Later” is a far better mantra.
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After 14 years of running his own shop, Alex reflects on the real difference between being an entrepreneur and being entrepreneurial. Spoiler alert: it involves a lot of metaphorical tap dancing, missed vacations, and a few no-call no-shows.
Alex takes an honest, no-BS look at the pride, burnout, and lessons learned from life as a one-man PR agency. If you’ve ever juggled client crises, built a brand from scratch, or wondered if scaling up was worth it, this one’s for you.
💡 Key Topics:
– The entrepreneur vs. business owner distinction
– Why scaling isn’t always the goal
– Kevin Kelly’s “1,000 true fans”
– Real talk about freelancers, politics, and client fallout
– What entrepreneurial spirit looks like inside a day job
– Why sometimes the smartest move is knowing when to exit
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I’m running a short survey to get your take on my podcasts and All the Fits That's News newsletter. It only takes about 2 minutes, and your feedback will help shape what comes next.
Whether you're a regular listener or just pop in occasionally, I’d really value your input. Bonus: you can enter to win a $20 Amazon gift card just for participating.
The survey closes once we hit our target number of responses—or by June 30, 2025, whichever comes first.
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In this episode of PR After Hours, host Alex Greenwood and guest Tom Mulligan, managing director of Sandler by Coffman, a nationally recognized sales training expert. discuss the importance of mid-year strategy checkups, focusing on revenue forecasting, team dynamics, and the significance of tracking performance.
They explore the challenges of setting realistic goals, the necessity of account portability in sales management, and the critical role of behavior, attitude, and technique in achieving sales success. The conversation emphasizes the need for flexibility in forecasting and the importance of understanding both optimism and realism in sales projections.
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