Jeff Hahn argues writers should cut ruthlessly: strong headlines, three paragraphs max. He says reporters are hunting for authoritative voices in emerging energy right now, so companies need a clear point of view. He's also hired a chief people officer because talent wars are the real business crisis now.
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Take care not to overdo it. Instead, write fewer words with more impact. The old saying, I'd have written less if I had more time. That becomes a very difficult trick, but write a good headline, fill it in with 3 good paragraphs and you're done. Post. Good. Go. Clients, those that are going to be relevant in that minerals-based energy ecosystem in the future, you have to have a point of view today. Reporters that we're working and pitching, they want to know that they're going to be speaking to someone who's got a genuine point of view. I most recently hired a chief people officer. That's one investment I've made that I think is starting to show real benefits because right now the war isn't necessarily against COVID or a pandemic. It's a war for talent. that we're in. Storify is— Yes. I'm finding to be one of the most important gifts that I can contribute to the continuation of the relationship with our partners.