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Facebook at 10: How a Social Network Revolutionized Media and Communications

February 4th, 2014 by

Facebook launched ten years ago today. In real time, that’s not long ago at all. In digital time, it’s ancient history. Friendster was the most popular social media network in 2004. Myspace was a year… Continued

Your Most Credible Spokespeople Are Hiding in Plain Sight

February 4th, 2014 by

One of the more intriguing facets of the 2014 Edelman Trust Barometer concerns the credibility of spokespeople for companies and organizations. The trend lines bear watching for PR executives and communicators looking to both personalize the face of their brand and improve employee relations The 2014 Edelman Trust Barometer online survey sampled 27,000 general population […]

Did Post-Super Bowl PR Campaign Backfire on Esurance?

February 3rd, 2014 by

Esurance’s ad buy was a shrewd play, combining paid and social media which has led to earned media—but not necessarily the kind the insurer wanted.

PR Insider: Making a Profit and Doing Good are Not Mutually Exclusive

February 3rd, 2014 by

Brand Citizenship creates a shared sense of responsibility among consumers. Companies that embrace a this model will build long-lasting loyalty and lead their market.

On Leadership: Things a Great Boss Always Does

February 3rd, 2014 by

We polled our Facebook and Twitter audiences, asking our readers what a great boss always does. Here are some of the best responses.

How To Avoid Branding Misconceptions

February 3rd, 2014 by

CEB research has identified four misconceptions about the corporate brand, which, if addressed, can help you get more of the right people choosing you in the right ways.

Social and Mobile Channels Provide New Wheels for Your Media Tours

February 3rd, 2014 by

Mobile marketing tours are an increasingly popular PR vehicle for brands and organizations that want to move beyond static media tours.

Everything You Need to Know About IT Executives

February 3rd, 2014 by

In the last two decades the Internet and electronic communications have revolutionized the PR world. But, perhaps, some of the most profound changes still await PR pros and communicators.

Mistargeting Your Message Can Be a PR Misadventure; SMBs Looking for More Guidance on Online Marketing

February 3rd, 2014 by

▶ Another Excuse to Banish ‘Spray and Pray’ for Good : Mistargeting your messages is a chronic problem in PR—and it’s starting to get worse. According to the 4th annual consumer survey by social Web

Big Data: The Most Powerful PR Tool That Communicators Are Not Using

February 3rd, 2014 by

In terms that will resonate with communications professionals, Big Data is really a lot like a giant survey, but better.