Media Relations

The State of Financial Comms: Adjusting to the ‘New Normal’

May 23rd, 2011 by

While financial PR pros still face an uphill battle in rebuilding their organizations’ reputations, the crisis mode is largely over, replaced by new, more effective messaging.

Journalists Source Socially for New Story Angles

May 23rd, 2011 by

Twitter, Facebook and blogs are key elements in the modern journalist’s repertoire for sourcing new story angles and connecting with PR pros.

Faceless Tactics

May 17th, 2011 by

Facebook’s attempt to plant stories about Google should prompt creative thinking about more ethical ways to confront competition.

How to Be Ready for a 60 Minutes Moment

May 16th, 2011 by

Is your executive team ready to handle the heat from the media? Here are three key qualities—plus coaching points—that your leaders must possess in times of crisis.

A Dangerous Toddler Chair, and a Slow Response 

May 11th, 2011 by

When it comes to even a hint of a recall of a children’s product, a delayed statement is like gasoline on a fire.

Investor Relations and Social Media: Together at Last

May 9th, 2011 by

Dave Hogan discusses two new investor-friendly social media sites that are helping investor relations pros deliver earnings announcements to wider audiences.

Investor Relations and Social Media: Together at Last

May 9th, 2011 by

Dave Hogan discusses two new investor-friendly social media sites that are helping investor relations pros deliver earnings announcements to wider audiences.

No Longer Your Mother’s Employment Database, LinkedIn Proves Powerful for PR

May 9th, 2011 by

With more than 100 million members and an IPO that values the company at more than $4 billion, LinkedIn has become a popular outlet for driving brand awareness that deserves more attention from PR pros.

Art Rooney Scores a PR Touchdown

May 5th, 2011 by

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ president reacted swiftly and effectively to a player’s incendiary tweets.

Apple: The Silence Before the Response 

May 5th, 2011 by

Apple’s failure to take a proactive approach to its recent data-tracking issue was a missed opportunity.