Digital & Technology

10 Takeaways from PR News’ Chicago Writing Boot Camp

November 25th, 2013 by

Tweeting and posting with mobile in mind is just one of many takeaways from the recent PR News Writing Boot Camp in Chicago.

5 Tips for Breaking Through to Journalists You Don’t Know

November 25th, 2013 by

The success or failure of your media pitch rests with how well you have targeted journalists you don’t know.

The Give and Take of Media Relations

November 25th, 2013 by

It’s not everyday that PR is taken to task for sending unsolicited emails to reporters. Oh, wait – it is every day that this happens. And sometimes the magnifying glass is placed directly over the… Continued

Case Study: Lamaze Uses Real Stories to Deliver More Relevant Content And Help Women Make Right Birth Choices

November 25th, 2013 by

The babies just keep on coming. More than a few states in America are experiencing baby booms.

Digital Technology: Uncomplicated, But Oh So Frustrating; Brands Must Take Additional Pains To Build Up Character

November 25th, 2013 by

Just 15% of Americans believe that digital technology has complicated their lives while 87% said that frustrations with usability on the Web and mobile devices have created negative perceptions about brands.

How To Adopt the 5 Gospels of News Writing

November 25th, 2013 by

The purpose of a news release is to tell a story that grabs a reporter’s attention and results in a placement in a publication, online outlet or on air.

Keep Your Email Pitches Short—Then Make Them Even Shorter

November 22nd, 2013 by

Learn the tools to craft an email pitch that grabs a journalist’s attention.

Write a News-worthy and Share-worthy Press Release

November 21st, 2013 by

Here’s how to create an informative, well-written, and shareable press release that cuts through the clutter and reaches media and consumers.

It’s Called ‘Social’ Media for a Reason

November 21st, 2013 by

Social media, in many ways, has expedited the relationship building process. Still, there are no sure things when it comes to getting your message out there.

3 PR Tips to Improve Returns on Instagram

November 20th, 2013 by

On Wednesday, Instagram rolled out a Windows Phone app, meaning that it is available on the top three mobile OS platforms.