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Corporate Counsel: The Ethical Imperative in the Social Media Age

February 4th, 2011 by

Today’s corporate counselors must look past 140 characters and beyond "tactics" and show some sensitivity in helping shape their organization’s messaging.

PR News Q&A: Solving the Social Media ROI Conundrum

February 2nd, 2011 by

Cision’s Heidi Sullivan, who leads research efforts at the media and measurement company, discusses the importance of business goal alignment, choosing tools and more.

Midterm Elections Boost Political Engagement via Social Media

January 31st, 2011 by

Adults who spend time online used some of that time before the Nov. 2010 elections to connect with a political campaign or get other political info using social networking sites.

Small Businesses Have Big Plans for Marketing in 2011

January 31st, 2011 by

Small-business owners plan to increase online marketing activities, but about one-fourth have difficulty understanding how online advertising works.

Charting the Industry: Banks Need Customer-Focused Messaging

January 31st, 2011 by

As public trust in the U.S. banking industry falls, financial communications pros weigh in on how the industry can regain some respect. First step: Communicate the positive effects of banks on their customers.

Quick Study: Small Businesses Up Online Spend; CEOs Flock to Davos; Digital Outsourcing on the Rise; Midterm Voters Go Social

January 31st, 2011 by

â–¶ Small Businesses, Big Plans: The Ad-ology survey of small-business owners reveals a general optimism and increased online marketing activities for the next year. The study shows that 46% of small business owners plan to… Continued

Communicators Relying More on Digital Outsourcing

January 31st, 2011 by

Due to the growing complexity of digital communications, more PR pros and marketing agencies are looking to outside contractors for help.

PR News Shout-Out: Natalie Harper and Donovan Creative

January 31st, 2011 by

A new PR News feature recognizes recent great work done by individuals and/or teams. First up: An Edmonton agency "huddles up" for successful cause campaign.

Integrating Digital Platforms in Financial Comms: It’s Money

January 31st, 2011 by

Regulatory edicts notwithstanding, more and more investor relations pros are using Web and social media platforms to spread the financial word. Here are some tips for leveraging digital tools.

The Ad Launch: Context, Reputation and Authenticity Key to PR’s Role

January 31st, 2011 by

PR, advertising and marketing come together as the three disciplines work toward the launch of CDW’s "People Who Get IT" ad campaign.