Stories by PRNEWS

It just might be the worst-kept secret of social media marketing: You can’t make something “go viral,” nor can you force a campaign to generate “buzz.” Rather, these online marketing standards are met only upon… Continued

KC Brown knew early on that he wanted to be in Public Relations, and specifically on the research side. Armed with a master’s degree in mass communication research, Brown is a force to be reckoned with when it comes to discussing the need for companies to measure their outputs and outcomes.

It’s a well-worn mantra in PR that if it can’t be measured it shouldn’t be done. But we all know that mantra is better said than practiced.

Here’s a 10-rule primer on how to deal with the press during a crisis situation: 1.    Have a plan in place: Don’t learn on the job. 2.    Have a team in place: Assign duties before… Continued

In a year when the woes of newspapers — layoffs, consolidations, and outright closings — are more extensive than in any period in memory, strong evidence of the changing nature of media use in America… Continued

Despite the global recession, private giving and remittances are expected to be lifelines to help developing countries weather the economic storm, according to the new 2009 Index of Global Philanthropy and Remittances published by Hudson… Continued

â–¶ Communications Pros Want Execs to Talk Back: A survey of communications and HR execs conducted by Heyman Associates reveals that while 71% of respondents report getting the right amount of information about the state… Continued

As agencies and clients alike feel the pressure of conducting business as usual during a recession, one common denominator of their relationship is becoming more important than ever: the request for proposal (RFP). Issued by… Continued

At first glance, Web jargon might make right-brained communications executives squeamish, but fear not: Taking some time to learn a few basics will enhance your social media SEO and SEM strategies tenfold. The following tools… Continued

“Social media is not a campaign. It’s a commitment.” These words, spoken by imc strategy lab Digital Managing Director Robb Hecht, neatly summarize the mind-set that is required to truly maximize the opportunities put forth… Continued

Whether or not a crisis originated in an online channel, a la YouTube or Twitter, ultimately has no bearing on digital platforms’ role in the subsequent management and recovery strategies. Larry Smith, president of the… Continued