Failure, my friends, is the F word I am referring to and the word that so many business leaders tout as the holy grail to get ahead. You’ve heard it so many times: fail fast, learn… Continued
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12 Must-Haves for a PR Pro’s Virtual Toolbox
January 11th, 2018 by Brooks Wallace, Hollywood AgencyAre you afraid to face your inbox, which probably is overflowing with email that’s of little or no use? And is the lack of a research assistant looking up names and addresses of key journalists slowing your workflow? Fortunately, it’s 2018 and there’s a bevy of tech tools that can help PR pros like you. Here are 12 that will raise your productivity immediately.
Things Are Looking Up for Communicators (A Note to PR News Readers)
January 8th, 2018 by Diane SchwartzThere’s a line in the movie “Molly’s Game” I think you’ll appreciate. As the young and future Olympic-level skier Molly Bloom was learning the sport from her father, he gave her this advice on the… Continued

5 Tech Trends for PR Pros to Watch at CES 2018
January 5th, 2018 by Sophie MaerowitzEach January, the Consumer Electronics Show spotlights the most promising new technology on tap. But a few areas will get more stage time than others at next week’s event. So get those Google Alerts ready: Here are five topics being showcased at next week’s show that PR pros will need to stay on top of in 2018.
Communicators Need to Find Their Voice to Better Define Their Value
December 4th, 2017 by Diane SchwartzCommunications executives have begun in earnest to make their way into boardrooms, C-suite meetings and the critical business conversations at their organizations. But the pace is not fast enough and the courage of their convictions… Continued

8 Tips for Communications Success in 2018
November 24th, 2017 by Emma SilvaAs all communications professionals know, technology, consumer behavior and content consumption are constantly evolving. So, as the year winds down, we reached out to eight friends of PR News to hear their thoughts on the skills and trends that will define communications success in 2018, from media relations to digital marketing to social engagement.

The Most Overlooked Aspect of Your Videos (and 5 Ways to Improve It)
November 14th, 2017 by Ian James WrightAudio can be a thankless craft. When it’s done well, people don’t notice it. But placing emphasis on sound is a crucial part of telling engaging stories. Here are an Emmy-award-winning video producer’s five tips for stepping up your audio game and bringing your videos to life.

2017 Digital PR Award Winners Announced by PR News
November 8th, 2017 by Samantha WoodEach year, PR News’ Digital PR Awards recognize the year’s top digital communicators and campaigns in a variety of media such as video, website design, mobile apps and more. We announced the winners and honored all of the finalists for the Digital PR Awards at our luncheon Nov. 8 at the Yale Club in New York City.
What Do Two Pizzas, Blue Cars and a Dented Universe Have in Common? You Know If You’re an Innovator
October 30th, 2017 by Diane SchwartzThat idea you have, which everyone is calling crazy and couldn’t possibly work: well, it probably won’t work. But you should try it anyway. Such was the advice of Guy Kawasaki (pictured), venture capitalist and… Continued
Does PR Have a Reputation Problem with the Media?
October 16th, 2017 by Diane SchwartzWhen Facebook’s Sheryl Sandberg took a trip to DC last week to assure politicians that Facebook was taking serious the claims about Russian meddling in our elections, it was referred to as a “PR Blitz”… Continued