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Crafting Positive Messages About ‘Bad’ Food Just Got Harder

June 22nd, 2011 by

A Harvard study says that some food is just plain bad for you and not all calories are equal, giving some large corporations very little wriggle room.

Are ‘Wants’ Stronger Than ‘Likes’?

June 21st, 2011 by

A new app has hit the social media scene—one that lets you keep track of your wants and desires. Sounds like it might turn into a powerful tool for communicators.

PepsiCo’s Bonin Bough to Keynote PR News’ Facebook Conference in San Francisco

June 21st, 2011 by

PepsiCo’s Global Head of Digital will discuss how leading an organization’s "digital fitness" is a matter of survival for PR practitioners at PR News’ West Coast Facebook Conference on Aug. 9.

Vision Quest: Is Your Org’s Vision Statement Crystal Clear? 

June 21st, 2011 by

A vision statement should help clearly define strategy and serve as a cornerstone during turbulent business times. PR pros need to test their organization’s vision statement to make sure the messaging is on point.

Interpreting the Sound of Silence: Six Nonverbal Cues to Key In On

June 20th, 2011 by

Executive coach Carol Kinsey Goman deciphers some common nonverbal cues.

4 Ways to Maximize Fundraising Efforts for Nonprofits

June 20th, 2011 by

Among agency 4GreenPs’ tips to inspire giving: In your messaging, convey the passion of the nonprofit organization you represent.

Customer Service Tweets Largely Negative 

June 20th, 2011 by

Twitter has provided a new way for companies to gauge customer sentiment, but customers that tweet about their experiences typically air critical or negative views.

E-Mail Still King Despite Rise of ‘Mocial’ Comms 

June 20th, 2011 by

Social, mobile and local forms of communication are gaining popularity by the day, but e-mail list databases still play a crucial role in reaching customers.

Quick Study: Live Versus Remote Events; Corporate Distrust Still High; Customer Service Tweets Negative; ‘Mocial’ Integration

June 20th, 2011 by

â–¶ Live or in Cyberspace? What are the relative draws of attending a live business event versus an online webinar? A Virtual Edge Institute and ROI of Engagement study aimed to find out. Overall, 43%… Continued

Charting the Industry: Making Good on Bad Employee Morale

June 20th, 2011 by

Poor employee morale is the No. 1 factor that decreases employee engagement, says an IABC study. Internal comms experts weigh in on how bad morale is identified and offer some cures.