Ernesto Aguilar

KQED is looking for talent on radio traffic and scheduling. We want YOU! 88.5 is a beacon in the Bay, and I'm looking for someone to join a top-flight team. Experience essential, but the energy for it matters. Details: kqed.applytojob.com/apply/83uLNnp8…

Constant pings from leadership are killing deep work. If you demand immediate responses, you're likely optimizing for YOUR convenience, not productivity. Implement daily 'distraction-free periods' where no one expects immediate replies. Give your people the space to focus.

ICYMI I had a lot to say about my journey through public media after receiving this year's Public Media for All Award. A bit about my story and why I love this system so much: publicmediaforall.com/news/meet-the-…

Stop approaching pay conversations as reactions. Compensation is a complex formula. It's dictated by market forces (supply/demand), internal structure (roles, ranges) and individual attributes (skills, location). Your job is to clearly articulate these variables.

It's been a good year so far sorting through some of the big AI challenges public media is contending with. I'm chopping them up on my free LinkedIn newsletter, and welcome your presence now in the conversation. Subscribe here: linkedin.com/newsletters/ai…

Rude comment? Don't just react. Elevate. The most strategic move is often a question: "Did I hear you correctly? I think you said..." (Clarifies) "Can we take a step back for a moment?" (De-escalates) "We both care about getting this done. Can we do that together?" (Re-frames)

Pledge drive for KQED is on! Join us all this week for moments with your favorite journalists and with me! And give now at kqed.org.

Thinking of a career pivot? Stop defaulting to the external leap and pay cut. The sharpest move is often *internal*. Explore opportunities within your current organization. Reinvent your role, or shift to a new department. Don't underestimate the power of internal mobility.

I am delighted to say that I will be instructing at the Maynard Institute’s Propel Initiative Regional Training Series with California Polytechnic State University on April 24-25. Registration is currently open. Visit here for further details: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

Stuck in a job you deem 'temporary' or 'dead-end'? Wrong mindset.Every role is a strategic proving ground. It's your personal leadership lab. Stop waiting for the 'right' job to build your capabilities. Start now.

COME WORK WITH ME! KQED's radio team is looking for a specialist to help with traffic and scheduling. From our lauded Trusted Voice Content to programming that resonates across the Bay, you'll join a squad of go-getters. Details: kqed.applytojob.com/apply/83uLNnp8…

If you've been following how AI-driven search is changing news distribution, this recent panel is filled with incredible insights. youtube.com/watch?v=MsH_5r…

The discomfort of silence often prompts invaluable, hard-to-hear feedback. It's a powerful way to break through superficial praise and truly understand where you need to improve.

Join me and a team of great trainers in San Luis Obispo next month for Maynard Institute sessions. Registration info here: mije.org/programs/for-i…

Stop mistaking an 'open door' for true safety. It's not enough. Passive availability won't unlock your team's best thinking. To foster an environment where people speak up: Clearly articulate why contributions are vital. Give guidance on what kind of input you need. Be proactive

If you aspire to get a new show on public radio, my UPDATED resource has been composed to assist you. The guide explains programming structure and emphasizes the importance of defining your purpose. It aims to elevate your approach. Details: amazon.com/dp/B0GK12CQKY

Asked about your 'weaknesses' in an interview? Stop thinking 'flaw.' Start thinking 'growth edge.'The strategic response isn't to confess a personality deficit. It's to identify a *specific, correctable skill gap* you're actively working to close.

SO happy to share that I'm expanding my resource guides to a key subject in public media. Let me say more. See you in April!

Your meeting agendas are likely sabotaging productivity. Listing a 'topic' like 'Project X' invites passive discussion. The strategic move? Reframe agendas as a specific inquiry. Instead of 'Project X,' ask: 'What are our critical next steps for Project X, and who owns them?'

Before the next OIGO drops, catch up with the most recent conversation with a superb Latino leader at WBUR! Victor is sure to spark a ton of ideas. More here: oigo.us.

Radical flexibility goes beyond location and hours. The real leverage? Aligning *what* your team does with their core strengths. This isn't just about job satisfaction; it's the direct path to unlocking true creativity, innovation and superior performance.