Archive: October 2011

To Focus Your Followers With Twitter Chats, First Ask: Is This Chat Necessary?

October 10th, 2011 by

Twitter chats can galvanize your online community with structured conversation, but before launching one first see if you can join in on existing chats.

Spectacular Flameouts: In PR, Failure Is Not an Option, It’s a Given

October 10th, 2011 by

PR News often chronicles PR successes, but often just as much can be learned through failures. Veteran PR pros weigh in on their biggest gaffes and discuss lessons learned from them.

Spectacular Flameouts: In PR, Failure Is Not an Option, It’s a Given

October 10th, 2011 by

PR News often chronicles PR successes, but often just as much can be learned through failures. Veteran PR pros weigh in on their biggest gaffes and discuss lessons learned from them.

Groupon Still Cleaning Up PR Mess With Fourth IPO Go-Round

October 7th, 2011 by

In its fourth revision to its IPO, Groupon included CEO Andrew Mason’s internal memo to employees, which put the company in hot water with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

8 Steps Universities Should Take in Response to New Gun Laws

October 7th, 2011 by

While the courts clear the way for gun possession on state campuses, the affected colleges should take steps now to calm fears in their communities.

Deep Dives Into Digital Tactics on Display at PR News’ Digital PR Summit

October 6th, 2011 by

More than 300 communications professionals learned the ins and outs of a variety of digital PR platforms and disciplines, including Twitter, Facebook, SEO, media relations and more at NYC’s Grand Hyatt on Oct. 5.

ESPN Hesitates, Then Drop-Kicks Hank

October 6th, 2011 by

Country singer Hank Williams Jr. used the "H" name in reference to President Obama, but it’s ESPN that’s under fire.

PR News Announces Winners of 2011 Digital PR Awards

October 4th, 2011 by

Social media integration and effective audience engagement were cited by winners of the 2011 Digital PR Awards as critical components of digital campaign success.

Apple and CEO Cook Get Set for Big Launch

October 4th, 2011 by

Any time a new iPhone is introduced, interest from the media and the legions of Apple fans goes through the roof. This time all eyes will be on new CEO Tim Cook and how he performs as launch host.

2011 Digital PR Awards – WOW! Award

October 4th, 2011 by

Winner: MWW Group – Nikon Film Festival Social Campaign Championing D-SLR Video   Leading into 2010, MWW Group helped Nikon plan and launch a completely new kind of film festival—one that relied entirely on social… Continued