The single most common mistake that PR practioners make in media relations efforts is failing to research the audience of the media outlet they are trying to pitch.
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Voice for PR: Some Advocacy, Little Formal Lobbying by PR Orgs
August 2nd, 2010 by PRNEWSReviewing the scope of PR advocacy among professional organizations, PR News found few efforts toward formal lobbying.
Media Beat: Journalists’ Preferences
July 26th, 2010 by PRNEWSA recent global study of journalists reveals their preferences for receiving content from PR professionals.
Tap Into the Mass Mind for PR Success
July 26th, 2010 by Fard JohnmarWhile embraced by some healthcare organizations, the idea-generation technique of crowdsourcing should be closely examined by PR pros across industries.
Customers Will Spend More for Great Service; Public’s Perception of Green Brands Decidedly Positive
July 26th, 2010 by PRNEWSMore than 60% of Americans surveyed say they will spend of average of 9% more when they believe a company provides excellent service.
How to Create Events That Meet Multiple PR Goals
July 26th, 2010 by PRNEWSWhen developed and executed properly, PR events can result in an audience’s deep connection to your brand.
Consumer-Based Review Sites Offer PR Execs Pain and Pleasure
July 26th, 2010 by PRNEWSDealing with consumer review sites might sound scary, but positive PR opportunities and outcomes abound.
Deep Knowledge of Customers Drives Today’s Engagement Tactics
July 26th, 2010 by PRNEWSWhile a set definition of "engagement" continues to elude the experts, some organizations are getting a handle on often complex engagement processes and metrics.
Inside a PR Budget: Collaboration, Justification Keys to Success
July 19th, 2010 by PRNEWSFor many PR executives, the dog days of summer means figuring out how to get the most bite out of next year’s budget. PR News analyzes a nonprofit’s communications budget for 2010 to see where companies may be cutting and adding as the year draws to a close.
Data Point: ‘Most Innovative Companies’ and Their Presence on Facebook
July 19th, 2010 by PRNEWSPR News looks at the top 15 innovative organizations and their Facebook friends.