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Reaching for the Cloud: Basic Cloud Computing Applications

June 27th, 2011 by

Calysto Communications founder and cloud advocate Laura Borgstede describes four basic cloud solutions and alternatives to help you get your PR efforts of the ground immediately.

Media Beat: Corporate Leaders Top Reputation Driver

June 27th, 2011 by

Senior leadership of America’s largest corporations are the biggest reputation drivers for corporate America, and CSR has moved back into favorable media territory.

Amex Classes Up Foursquare

June 23rd, 2011 by

Foursquare’s partnership with American Express is a "shot in the arm" for the start-up—and for location-based marketing on the whole.

Master the Media Interview and Avoid Lasting Blunders

June 23rd, 2011 by

Media coach Jeanne Wolf provides advice on how to answer tough questions with poise—without lulling an audience to sleep.

Are ‘Wants’ Stronger Than ‘Likes’?

June 21st, 2011 by

A new app has hit the social media scene—one that lets you keep track of your wants and desires. Sounds like it might turn into a powerful tool for communicators.

Quick Study: Live Versus Remote Events; Corporate Distrust Still High; Customer Service Tweets Negative; ‘Mocial’ Integration

June 20th, 2011 by

â–¶ Live or in Cyberspace? What are the relative draws of attending a live business event versus an online webinar? A Virtual Edge Institute and ROI of Engagement study aimed to find out. Overall, 43%… Continued

Charting the Industry: Making Good on Bad Employee Morale

June 20th, 2011 by

Poor employee morale is the No. 1 factor that decreases employee engagement, says an IABC study. Internal comms experts weigh in on how bad morale is identified and offer some cures.

Clear Vision, Dialogue Help Align Employee Actions to Business Goals

June 20th, 2011 by

Aligning employees to business objectives—an exercise often tried but rarely achieved—is one of the Holy Grails for PR pros. According to experts, however, some quality conversations with employees can help with the alignment process.

He Leads-She Leads: Gender Plays Big Role in the Body Language of Leaders

June 20th, 2011 by

Projecting the right body language often makes or breaks an executive’s media interview or public appearance. Executive coach Carol Kinsey Goman reveals important signals sent, and how they differ by gender.

NEDA Dishes Out Criticism, But General Mills Can Take It

June 17th, 2011 by

When the National Eating Disorder Association voiced complaints about a Yoplait TV commercial, General Mills listened and "did the right thing," scoring a PR win.