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The Digital B2B Campaign: Agree on the Metrics First, Worry About Tools Later

February 28th, 2011 by

Too often, the objectives of B2B social media programs are expressed using vague terms like “improve” or “expand.” Nearly everything can be measured, and the mere fact that you’re measuring results will make your CFO smile.

PR News Hall of Fame Roundtable: Want Good Metrics? Research First

February 28th, 2011 by

PR News Measurement Hall of Fame inductees Frank Ovaitt, Tim Marklein, Donna Coletti, Kathy Collins and Dr. James Grunig discuss the need to do formative research and conceptualization before settling on measurement tactics, and where measurement will be going in 2012 and beyond.

Quick Study: Latinos Loyal to Committed Companies; Site Traffic Dips; Big Brands Underuse Facebook, While Locals Love It

February 28th, 2011 by

â–¶ Latinos’ Loyalty Rests With Company Commitment: A survey by Garcia Trujillo LLC and Newslink Research finds that more than 66% of Latinos in the U.S. would be more inclined to buy products and services… Continued

U.S. Companies Missing Opportunities to Build Loyalty With Latinos

February 28th, 2011 by

More than 66% of Latinos in the U.S. would be more inclined to buy products and services from companies that demonstrate a strong and visible commitment to their communities.

How to ID and Respond to Social Media Red Flags

February 28th, 2011 by

Monitoring social media is your first line of defense. Here are some social media red flags that indicate you may have a PR crisis on your hands.

CMOs Take Optimistic View of the Economy

February 22nd, 2011 by

A Duke University and American Marketing Association study also says spending on social marketing continues on an upward trend.

What Is Influence—and How Do You Separate the Voices That Matter From the Digital Noise?

February 22nd, 2011 by

PR practitioners are drowning in the data of a million voices. PR Measurement Conference speaker Gary Lee of mBLAST lays out some essential steps to follow to find those influencers who have the most impact on your brand.

More Than Two-Thirds of Businesses Plan to Increase Sustainability Commitment

February 22nd, 2011 by

According to MIT Sloan Management Review and The Boston Consulting Group, 70% of sustainability "embracers" say their organizations have a competitive edge on their rivals.

PR Myth of the Month: Tracking Competition and PR Objectives

February 21st, 2011 by

In this new monthly series, Mark Weiner, CEO of PRIME Research and a member of the PR News Advisory Board, seeks to dispel some commonly held public relations myths.

Tip Sheet: In a Time of Change, PR Pros Must Be the Agents

February 21st, 2011 by

As seismic changes occur abroad and at home, PR pros must become strategic, long-term planners to make sure they continue to play important roles in their organizations.