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Archive: May 2013
Tips for the Post-Interview (Don’t Forget to Say Thank You)
May 24th, 2013 by Caysey WeltonFollow up with a thank you note after an interview to make the right impression
NASCAR Races Toward 1 Million Salutes on Twitter & Instagram
May 23rd, 2013 by Steve GoldsteinA Memorial Day social media campaign from a savvy brand raises awareness of our nation’s troops while asking little of its fans—a neat trick.
5 Inspiring Quotes from Women Leaders
May 23rd, 2013 by Lucia DavisHere are words of wisdom from five powerful ladies to inspire you today.
Our Favorite Communicators (That’s You) Reveal Their Dream Jobs
May 22nd, 2013 by Matthew SchwartzA PR gig in the sports field holds a lot of appeal. But so, too, does the idea of working in PR for a yoga company or even being the press secretary for the president of the United States. Dream big, communications pros.
When Using Quotes in Your Writing, Make Sure They Pop
May 22nd, 2013 by Lucia DavisQuotes from executives in any public forum, whether a Salon magazine interview or internal press release, need to be handled with care.
‘Listen’ to What Is Now One of the Most Important PR Skills
May 21st, 2013 by Matthew SchwartzThey may be hard to measure, but these areas count for some of the increasingly important skills of communications.
Why ROI is Often a Useless Metric for PR Professionals
May 21st, 2013 by Lucia DavisPlanning PR campaigns is only half the battle—you also need to prove that your efforts made a difference.
PR Expert Discusses the Highs and Lows of Sole Proprietorship
May 21st, 2013 by Elizabeth FairleighElizabeth Fairleigh sits down with PR News to fill us in on the day-to-day operations of running her own communications agency.
Media Inquiries Into PR Departments Should Not Be an Exercise in Frustration
May 20th, 2013 by Matthew SchwartzYou’re a busy journalist. You’re on deadline. You’re trying to round up sources and interviews for a story you need to crank out today. One of your most promising sources is not responding, gone off the grid. But you’re still hopeful, especiall…