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Reality Check for PR Professionals

January 8th, 2014 by

When police officers leave for work they literally put their lives on the line. Ditto for military personnel and firefighters. When PR pros leave for work they may face a manager unhappy with the results from the latest branding campaign or have to engage in interoffice politics that few companies and organizations are immune from. […]

Yahoo’s Marissa Mayer Answers to ‘Me, Me, Me’

January 8th, 2014 by

A packed theater at CES welcomed the hour-long advertisement for Yahoo that CEO Marissa Mayer brought to the stage because, well, it was interesting and entertaining. It was about the most important people: us.

‘Get Mile High’: Spirit Airlines Experiments with Marijuana Marketing

January 8th, 2014 by

Low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines is taking advantage of the new law in Colorado allowing recreational use of marijuana.

6 Tips From the San Francisco 49ers’ Winning Social Media Playbook

January 7th, 2014 by

In the wake of the Niners’ recent playoff victory over the Green Bay packers on the frozen tundra of Lambeau Field, we asked Scott Kegley, senior manager of digital & social media for the San Francisco 49ers, to crack open his team’s social media playbook.

‘Downton Abbey’ Reaches for the Stars Via Social Media

January 6th, 2014 by

For brands that want to build up their audiences via social media, look no further than “Downton Abbey,” the PBS series about the British aristocracy that returned last night after being on year-long hiatus.

How to Optimize Press Releases for Shareability

January 6th, 2014 by

PR News asked Taylor Cole, director of public relations and social media at Hotels.com, a few questions on how to write better, shareworthy press releases.

How To Work Hand in Glove With Marketing

January 6th, 2014 by

As our industry changes and prospective clients expect more from their vendors, PR professionals must adapt in order to stay ahead, win bigger accounts and brand ourselves as more than just a media relations shop.

Employee Engagement Strategies in ‘STEM’ Workplaces Spark Creativity

January 6th, 2014 by

With global workforces that encompass technical professionals and blue-collar workers STEM communicators face the challenge of motivating employees with varying skills sets. Teams must overcome obstacles imposed by time zones and physical locations.

Survey Finds Major Disconnect on Sustainability Efforts; ‘Social Intelligence’ Will Become the Norm This Year

January 6th, 2014 by

Nearly two-thirds of businesses worldwide view social and environmental issues as “significant” or “very significant” when addressing sustainability concerns, according to a recent study conducted by MIT Sloan Management Review.

Beyonce’s New Album May Point to Different Tune for PR Professionals

January 6th, 2014 by

When pop-music sensation Beyoncé released her new self-titled album the artist pulled a George Costanza, albeit from a communications standpoint: She did the complete opposite of what was expected.