Jed Brewer
@officialjedbrewer.bsky.social
Jed makes loud music designed to do good in the world:
http://goodloudmedia.org
Contributor to Rolling Stone Culture Council:
https://www.rollingstone.com/author/jed-brewer/
http://goodloudmedia.org
Contributor to Rolling Stone Culture Council:
https://www.rollingstone.com/author/jed-brewer/
Well-intentioned bad advice exists in every field. And when leaders are trying to build or grow a business or organization, those “myths” become especially prevalent. This conversation from Rolling Stone Culture Council explores some of the most common ones.
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November 14, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Well-intentioned bad advice exists in every field. And when leaders are trying to build or grow a business or organization, those “myths” become especially prevalent. This conversation from Rolling Stone Culture Council explores some of the most common ones.
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Some aspects of leadership are constant in all times and places. Others vary significantly with context. In the face of an evolving tech landscape, this panel discussion explores the key skills organizational leaders will need for the future.
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November 10, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Some aspects of leadership are constant in all times and places. Others vary significantly with context. In the face of an evolving tech landscape, this panel discussion explores the key skills organizational leaders will need for the future.
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My latest article for Rolling Stone Culture Council is out now!
Do you want a game-changing competitive advantage? Treat people well.
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Do you want a game-changing competitive advantage? Treat people well.
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November 4, 2025 at 8:52 PM
My latest article for Rolling Stone Culture Council is out now!
Do you want a game-changing competitive advantage? Treat people well.
Click the link to read more!
www.rollingstone.com/culture-coun...
Do you want a game-changing competitive advantage? Treat people well.
Click the link to read more!
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Everybody needs self-care. But every person’s specific needs and resource constraints are different. So how can busy people - like organizational leaders - build a self-care strategy that truly works for them? Don’t miss this important conversation from RSCC.
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October 22, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Everybody needs self-care. But every person’s specific needs and resource constraints are different. So how can busy people - like organizational leaders - build a self-care strategy that truly works for them? Don’t miss this important conversation from RSCC.
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Mentors have changed my life. But how do you find a good mentor - and what does an effective mentor actually do? This panel discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council walks through the process.
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October 8, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Mentors have changed my life. But how do you find a good mentor - and what does an effective mentor actually do? This panel discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council walks through the process.
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My latest article for Rolling Stone Culture Council is out now!
You (yes, you) are a politician. Really! Don’t miss four quick lessons from local politics that can - and will - make you a better leader.
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You (yes, you) are a politician. Really! Don’t miss four quick lessons from local politics that can - and will - make you a better leader.
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October 1, 2025 at 5:10 PM
My latest article for Rolling Stone Culture Council is out now!
You (yes, you) are a politician. Really! Don’t miss four quick lessons from local politics that can - and will - make you a better leader.
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You (yes, you) are a politician. Really! Don’t miss four quick lessons from local politics that can - and will - make you a better leader.
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Leadership often requires persuading others. But persuasion is rarely simple - and never guaranteed. So where do we begin? This panel discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council offers excellent starting points.
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September 23, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Leadership often requires persuading others. But persuasion is rarely simple - and never guaranteed. So where do we begin? This panel discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council offers excellent starting points.
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The world is a loud, overstimulated place. So how do you make your brand stand out amid all the noise? This great panel discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council explores tried-and-true methods to do just that.
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September 18, 2025 at 4:52 PM
The world is a loud, overstimulated place. So how do you make your brand stand out amid all the noise? This great panel discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council explores tried-and-true methods to do just that.
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The culture space - art, music, etc - is a volatile industry. Add in an already volatile economy, and it’s hard to know what tomorrow may bring. This discussion explores strategies for leaders in creative fields to navigate uncertainty when the going gets tough.
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September 15, 2025 at 3:37 PM
The culture space - art, music, etc - is a volatile industry. Add in an already volatile economy, and it’s hard to know what tomorrow may bring. This discussion explores strategies for leaders in creative fields to navigate uncertainty when the going gets tough.
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Unfortunately, some workplaces are toxic, and others just aren’t a good fit for you. Either way, knowing when it’s time to move on is key to advancing your career in a healthy, adaptive way. Don’t miss this great discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council.
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September 11, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Unfortunately, some workplaces are toxic, and others just aren’t a good fit for you. Either way, knowing when it’s time to move on is key to advancing your career in a healthy, adaptive way. Don’t miss this great discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council.
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Online communication tools make it easier than ever for customers and clients to contact your brand. But it’s just as easy for those interactions to turn into net negatives. This great panel discussion explores the pitfalls and fixes.
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September 4, 2025 at 10:19 PM
Online communication tools make it easier than ever for customers and clients to contact your brand. But it’s just as easy for those interactions to turn into net negatives. This great panel discussion explores the pitfalls and fixes.
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Not every initiative succeeds, or succeeds on the first try. The question is: how can you tell? Don’t miss this great panel discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council.
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September 3, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Not every initiative succeeds, or succeeds on the first try. The question is: how can you tell? Don’t miss this great panel discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council.
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My latest article for Rolling Stone Culture Council is out now!
Nearly every business and organization is searching for new customers. But how do you reach them - especially in contexts and settings that aren’t your own?
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Nearly every business and organization is searching for new customers. But how do you reach them - especially in contexts and settings that aren’t your own?
Click the link and find out!
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August 19, 2025 at 8:01 PM
My latest article for Rolling Stone Culture Council is out now!
Nearly every business and organization is searching for new customers. But how do you reach them - especially in contexts and settings that aren’t your own?
Click the link and find out!
www.rollingstone.com/culture-coun...
Nearly every business and organization is searching for new customers. But how do you reach them - especially in contexts and settings that aren’t your own?
Click the link and find out!
www.rollingstone.com/culture-coun...
If you’re operating in a smaller organization - or all the more if you’re a solopreneur - there are approaches that can help you succeed. Here’s mine. Don’t miss other great ideas in this discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council.
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August 18, 2025 at 7:19 PM
If you’re operating in a smaller organization - or all the more if you’re a solopreneur - there are approaches that can help you succeed. Here’s mine. Don’t miss other great ideas in this discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council.
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I was asked recently, “What are some of the biggest risks you’ve taken in your career, and what did you learn from them?” I’m honored to have been included in this great panel discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council.
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August 12, 2025 at 7:05 PM
I was asked recently, “What are some of the biggest risks you’ve taken in your career, and what did you learn from them?” I’m honored to have been included in this great panel discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council.
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Most leaders understand that ongoing growth and development are part of their remit. But how should we decide where to focus those efforts? The great folks at RSCC asked for my take on a development area that would provide significant benefits for leaders.
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August 11, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Most leaders understand that ongoing growth and development are part of their remit. But how should we decide where to focus those efforts? The great folks at RSCC asked for my take on a development area that would provide significant benefits for leaders.
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Leadership often involves stress. But we can learn better ways to manage and reduce it. This insightful panel discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council offers some excellent starting points for that journey.
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August 4, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Leadership often involves stress. But we can learn better ways to manage and reduce it. This insightful panel discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council offers some excellent starting points for that journey.
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Everybody wants to feel included - that their presence is welcomed and their ideas are valued. But how can organizations actually achieve this in practice - and draw real value from it? Don’t miss this important discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council.
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July 30, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Everybody wants to feel included - that their presence is welcomed and their ideas are valued. But how can organizations actually achieve this in practice - and draw real value from it? Don’t miss this important discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council.
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It’s all too easy for leaders to forget that the people on their team are multifaceted human beings with lives outside of work. So when a team member is struggling, how should that recognition of shared humanity inform our response? Don’t miss this discussion.
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July 24, 2025 at 9:51 PM
It’s all too easy for leaders to forget that the people on their team are multifaceted human beings with lives outside of work. So when a team member is struggling, how should that recognition of shared humanity inform our response? Don’t miss this discussion.
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One of a leader’s most important jobs is deciding which opportunities to pursue. Saying yes to everything is impossible; saying no to everything stymies growth. So how do you choose? This panel explores that challenging terrain.
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July 22, 2025 at 5:37 PM
One of a leader’s most important jobs is deciding which opportunities to pursue. Saying yes to everything is impossible; saying no to everything stymies growth. So how do you choose? This panel explores that challenging terrain.
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My friends at Rolling Stone Culture Council asked me to speak about the tech and creative trends I’m most excited about. Here’s my pick - it’s already changing the world!
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July 11, 2025 at 5:36 PM
My friends at Rolling Stone Culture Council asked me to speak about the tech and creative trends I’m most excited about. Here’s my pick - it’s already changing the world!
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Has someone asked you to speak on camera? Let’s be honest: that can be a little nerve-wracking. This encouraging panel discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council offers tips and tricks to help you prepare for your big moment!
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July 8, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Has someone asked you to speak on camera? Let’s be honest: that can be a little nerve-wracking. This encouraging panel discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council offers tips and tricks to help you prepare for your big moment!
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Hiring is a gamble every time. So how can you stack the odds in your favor and make sure you’re adding the right person to your team? This panel discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council shares time-tested strategies.
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July 2, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Hiring is a gamble every time. So how can you stack the odds in your favor and make sure you’re adding the right person to your team? This panel discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council shares time-tested strategies.
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It’s a challenging time in the world, and burnout can easily set in - for both teams and individuals. How can leaders help prevent this? Rolling Stone Culture Council explores time-tested approaches.
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June 24, 2025 at 7:50 PM
It’s a challenging time in the world, and burnout can easily set in - for both teams and individuals. How can leaders help prevent this? Rolling Stone Culture Council explores time-tested approaches.
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Most leaders want to build a well-earned reputation for expertise. But in a noisy world, how can we make others aware of that expertise in an organic and effective way? Don’t miss this important panel discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council.
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June 20, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Most leaders want to build a well-earned reputation for expertise. But in a noisy world, how can we make others aware of that expertise in an organic and effective way? Don’t miss this important panel discussion from Rolling Stone Culture Council.
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