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Top Retweet Driver: Person-ality

August 1st, 2011 by

Social media platform provider GaggleAmp tracked 1.9 million tweets and discovered that, among six types of tweets, a person-mentioned element is by far the greatest driver of retweets.

Americans Skeptical of Brands’ Association With Causes—Cite Disconnect Between Cause and Offering

August 1st, 2011 by

Consumers are skeptical of companies supporting causes that don’t align with their business or their brands, proving the importance of authenticity.

Quick Study: Americans Skeptical of Brands’ Association With Causes—Cite Disconnect Between Cause and Offering

August 1st, 2011 by

â–¶ Consumers want Authenticity: Although the majority of Americans (96%) say they can identify two to three causes that are important to them personally, the 2011 MSLGroup Social Purpose Index finds that only 37% of… Continued

Tap the Value of Social Media: Use a Social Media Matrix to Connect PR With Biz Goals

August 1st, 2011 by

Hesitant to invest in social media because of measurement concerns? Try creating a matrix that demonstrates the value social media engagement.

How to Wrangle Your Reputation Online

August 1st, 2011 by

Don’t play defense to protect your organization’s online reputation—being proactive helps accentuate the positive.

We Interrupt This D.C. Drama With a Message From the Red Cross

July 28th, 2011 by

The American Red Cross shifts attention to the drought in the Horn of Africa with a well-timed pledge of $1 million.

Big-Screen Transparency Pays Off for Domino’s

July 26th, 2011 by

Open and innovative communications tactics are leading Domino’s back to pizza respectability after its 2009 viral video crisis.

Falling for Tumblr: Microblogging Alternative Gains Traction With PR Pros

July 25th, 2011 by

An alternative to more robust blogging platforms like WordPress and Blogger, Tumblr scores in its simplicity and tight integration with other social networks.

Want a Seat at the Table? Stick to Metrics That Matter—to Your CEO

July 25th, 2011 by

PR professionals not only must be able to walk the business process walk, but talk the business process talk—with their CEOs.

Tip Sheet: Public Affairs Advocacy’s New Rules of the Road

July 25th, 2011 by

Digital PR and a divided government have changed the game for public affairs pros—here are tips on how to be a winner.