Forum One

DECEMBER 13, 2023

While making an impact always comes first, each of these awards is a great honor for the fantastic teams of clients and Forum One staff that work every day to make an impact on their communities, the nation, and the world. Congratulations to our clients and team members for this great work, which won three awards this year!

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Forum One

MAY 3, 2023

Organized by the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts (AIVA) , this year’s 29th annual awards included around 3,000 entries from companies and agencies of all sizes, making it one of the world’s largest awards of its kind. The Communicator Awards honor excellence in innovation and creative work in marketing and communications.

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Award Communication Colorado Museum 80

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). The Five Points Of Professionalism How To Talk About Poor Performance With An Employe.

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Kansas City Kansas Help Mentoring 50

Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). The Five Points Of Professionalism How To Talk About Poor Performance With An Employe.

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Place Companies Work Kansas 44

Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). I appreciate all the work you’ve put into it, as do your team members.&#

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Giving Mentoring Kansas City Kansas 62

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 24, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). So, decide today to secure a mentor who will work with you during 2011. Don't Praise.

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Mentoring Kansas City Kansas Skills 62

Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 4, 2010

-- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Wednesday, August 4, 2010 Never Say These Words To A Customer Author Harvey MacKay wrote the following spot-on advice in his recent column in the Kansas City Business Journal. Don't Praise.

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Kansas City Kansas Mentoring Leadership 44

Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2010

. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). To do that, you need to ask specific questions that may not be ones you currently include in your exit interviews. Of all the things youve told me, what is the top thing that caused you to resign? Don't Praise.

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Mentoring Kansas City Kansas Leadership 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). The Five Points Of Professionalism How To Talk About Poor Performance With An Employe.

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Mentoring Tips Kansas City Kansas 55

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 15, 2011

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). The Five Points Of Professionalism How To Talk About Poor Performance With An Employe.

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Leadership Communication Kansas City Mentoring 50

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 8, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Tuesday, June 8, 2010 How Will You Be Remembered As A Leader? Don't Praise.

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Kansas City Kansas Mentoring Leadership 44

Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2010

. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Equally bad, a lack of decision will impede the progress of the managers team. Good managers know that most decisions can be tweaked along the way as their teams carry out their tasks impacted by the decision.

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Management Mentoring Kansas City Kansas 44

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Tell him how his actions negatively affect the team. Let the discussion sink in.

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Mentoring Kansas City Kansas Skills 50

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). The Five Points Of Professionalism How To Talk About Poor Performance With An Employe.

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Evaluation Mentoring Kansas City Kansas 53

Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). The Five Points Of Professionalism How To Talk About Poor Performance With An Employe.

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Survey Mentoring Kansas City Attitude 53

Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 21, 2010

. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Saturday, August 21, 2010 Lots Of Lessons From Post-it Notes There are lots of lessons tied to those canary yellow squares, called Post-it Notes -- how ideas and innovations can come from anyone on your team at any time.

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Lesson Mentoring Kansas City Kansas 44

Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 1, 2010

. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). If you say youll send a team member a report, do so. But, following through is critical to keeping your team effective and efficient. If you promise to get an employee an answer, get it for him or her.

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Mentoring Kansas City Kansas Skills 44

Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). The Five Points Of Professionalism How To Talk About Poor Performance With An Employe.

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Skills International Communication Mentoring 53

Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 18, 2010

. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). When everyone knows how each job/position on your team fits together, your team can accomplish so much more. Activities like these help your team to bond. Don't Praise.

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Job Learning Mentoring Kansas City 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 20, 2011

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). The Five Points Of Professionalism How To Talk About Poor Performance With An Employe.

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Place Work Mentoring Kansas City 47

Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 5, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Or, do you have employees whole struggle with the tone of their emails? Don't Praise.

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email Mentoring Kansas City Kansas 50

Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). The Five Points Of Professionalism How To Talk About Poor Performance With An Employe.

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Mentoring Kansas City Kansas Leadership 47

Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 12, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). The Five Points Of Professionalism How To Talk About Poor Performance With An Employe.

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Skills Leadership Build Mentoring 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). The Five Points Of Professionalism How To Talk About Poor Performance With An Employe.

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Story Mentoring Kansas City Kansas 50

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). The Five Points Of Professionalism How To Talk About Poor Performance With An Employe.

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Professional Mentoring Kansas City Kansas 44

Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 7, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). This book is a must read for every team member where leadership is committed to growth.

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Kansas City Business Kansas Mentoring 44

Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 22, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Encourage everyone to offer new combinations and improvements of old ideas.

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Ideas Generation Tips Mentoring 47

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 2, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). My complete book review is on my Kansas City Leadership Examiner.com page.

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Open Kansas City Mentoring Kansas 44

Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 14, 2010

. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Reynolds shared her expertise with me recently during an interview. She added that its not that leaders dont communicate, but that they dont beat the drum regularly enough. Don't Praise.

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Communication Story Mentoring Kansas City 44

Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 9, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Thursday, September 9, 2010 Is Your Crisis Management Program In Place? Don't Praise.

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Place Management Program Mentoring 47

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 4, 2011

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Tuesday, January 4, 2011 Are You Doing All You Can To Retain Your Employees?

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Mentoring Kansas City Kansas Leadership 44

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 21, 2010

. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). If revenue is down, or if youve lost a large customer, or if a new competitor has entered the market, let your team know. Dont keep your team in the dark. Keep them fully informed. Don't Praise.

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News Share Mentoring Kansas City 47

Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). The Five Points Of Professionalism How To Talk About Poor Performance With An Employe.

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Survey Mentoring Kansas City Kansas 48

Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Im not sure if this made me a better leader but it did make me a better team mate.

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Mentoring Kansas City Kansas Leadership 44

Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). The Five Points Of Professionalism How To Talk About Poor Performance With An Employe.

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Kansas City Mentoring Kansas Skills 44

Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Sunday, September 19, 2010 Do you have a brand strategy? Don't Praise.

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Strategy Mentoring Kansas City Kansas 47

Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 20, 2010

What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). You're absolutely right. Don't Praise.

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