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Strategic Partnerships: Philanthropy’s New Normal

February 7th, 2011 by

Corporate giving is not about just cutting a check anymore, it’s about having clear expectations of the mutual benefits for both fund provider and recipient.

Charting the Industry: Expert Insight Drives Agency Media Efforts

February 7th, 2011 by

A recent study named the top PR agencies in terms of the number of media mentions of their own brands—PR News checked in with some of them  to see what and how they are pitching to the media.

Optimizing Your Web Presence for Mobile: Once an Option, Now a Necessity

February 7th, 2011 by

As more people use their smartphones to access information, it’s become more critical for communicators to be sure a site’s content is ready for the mobile Web. This, of course, brings up the thorny question of resources.

Corporate Counsel: The Ethical Imperative in the Social Media Age

February 4th, 2011 by

Today’s corporate counselors must look past 140 characters and beyond "tactics" and show some sensitivity in helping shape their organization’s messaging.

PR News Q&A: Solving the Social Media ROI Conundrum

February 2nd, 2011 by

Cision’s Heidi Sullivan, who leads research efforts at the media and measurement company, discusses the importance of business goal alignment, choosing tools and more.

Quarterly Retweets: Investor Relations Pros Should Think Digitally—and Globally

January 31st, 2011 by

While digital trends and tools are rapidly altering the ways investor relations pros communicate, more traditional outreach and an enlightened worldview can’t be overlooked.

The Ad Launch: Context, Reputation and Authenticity Key to PR’s Role

January 31st, 2011 by

PR, advertising and marketing come together as the three disciplines work toward the launch of CDW’s "People Who Get IT" ad campaign.

Harried Journos Need Your Story-Shaping Skills

January 24th, 2011 by

Honing your own storytelling skills and journalistic instincts can only strengthen your relationships with time-crunched, resource-challenged reporters.

How to Expertly Prep Your Spokespeople for Video

January 24th, 2011 by

Today’s journalist not only expects an interview for print and online—they will also ask for a video interview. Here’s how to meticulously prepare your execs/clients for one.

Visual Storytelling: Connect With Employees via a Strong Brand Identity

January 24th, 2011 by

Effective internal communications isn’t limited to well-written content—compelling brand identity visuals can also motivate employees in ways that words cannot.