Tumblr’s users in the U.S. have grown from 17.1 to 19.1 million this year compared to 2014, attracted, no doubt, by the blogging platform’s visual spectacle and potential to amuse those with a low tolerance for long-form content.
Digital & Technology
What PR Pros Need to Know About Facebook Instant Articles
May 13th, 2015 by Richard BrownellFacebook’s Instant Articles has the potential to change the way people absorb news and content, and how PR communicators do their jobs.
3 Questions to Ask to Make Killer Videos for Your Brand
May 12th, 2015 by Matthew SchwartzPatricia Garofalo, global communications leader, Water & Process Technologies, GE Power & Water, shares three helpful questions to ask yourself when looking to create great videos for your brand.
Snapchat Edges Closer to Prime Time With Sophia Vergara Show
May 12th, 2015 by Brian Greene“Modern Family” star Sophia Vergara will be the subject of a six-episode short-form show, “Vergaraland,” which will be available exclusively on Snapchat’s Discover platform. For brand communicators wondering about Snapchat’s future, look no further.
Tumblr Accelerating Its (Desktop) Appeal [Infographic]
May 11th, 2015 by Matthew SchwartzFacebook, move over. Well, not exactly, but the social networking giant certainly has more competition these days for both mind share and all-important eyeballs.
The Week in PR, May 4 – May 11
May 11th, 2015 by PRNEWSAirbnb sends a strong message and Walmart’s insult to injury.
Sharp Contrasts in Response to Crises
May 11th, 2015 by Katie PaineThere’s a British proverb that says, “Youth looks forward but age looks back.” That pretty much sums up the way Blue Bell Ice Cream and Twitter handled their respective crises last month.
Is Your Content Ready for Prime Time?
May 11th, 2015 by PRNEWSIf you’re like most PR pros, one of your concerns is feeding the content maw virtually 24/7. Perhaps a new report can sharpen your targeting plan. A generational study shows most people consume online content between 8 p.m. and midnight.
PR Insider: How Legacy Brands Adapt to a New Age
May 7th, 2015 by Kathleen DelaneyLegacy brands face a unique challenge in maintaining relevancy in the digital age. Here is how one such company met and overcame that challenge.
8 Benefits of Business Blogging [Infographic]
May 6th, 2015 by Richard BrownellBlogging is a vital resource for brands looking to expand their audience. It helps acquire new customers and it can establish you as an industry leader.