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Fortune’s 2005 list of the “100 Fastest-Growing Companies” hits newsstands this week. While the technology sector still is well-represented on the list, energy is starting to burn things up; 19 oil companies are among this… Continued

While we applaud the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) calling September “Ethics Month,” the effort reminds us of Earth Day, which begs the question: Why reserve just one day to recognize the environment? Does… Continued

David Rickey, VP of public relations at insurance and financial services firm Alfa Corp. (Montgomery, Ala.), usually distributes at least one video news release (VNR) a month on agricultural issues, making sure to include a… Continued

By Michael Herman/Epley Associates All too often, the hiring process ends up being one of either desperation or convenience. We’re either faced with an immediate need that demands quick turnaround or we’re faced with a… Continued

For senior PR pros grappling with how to attract (and retain) new talent, the local pharmacy is an unlikely spot for recruiting. Don’t laugh. The next time you get a prescription filled, you might want… Continued

In ‘PR Execs Go Back To School To Master Business Acumen’ (Aug. 24), the reference to “net percent value,” attributed to Anthony D’Angelo from Carrier, was incorrect. It should have read “net present value.” We… Continued

It’s a confession we should all make to the gods of overused office lingo: Forgive me, for I have sinned. I used no fewer than seven clichés in my last business interaction. No matter how… Continued

Barbara McDonald, hired earlier this month by the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) as marketing director, a newly created position, faces the pressing task of increasing the organization’s (poor) visibility and overseeing the strategic… Continued

Physician, Heal Thyself “If we, as a profession, wish these online attacks would stop, then we have to do something about cleaning our own house. We have tolerated the worst practice of public relations long… Continued

Entry forms are due Sept. 1 for the Institute for Public Relations’ Golden Ruler Award, which recognizes excellence in public-relations measurement and evaluation. Winners will be announced at the Institute’s Annual Distinguished Lecture and Awards… Continued