Having a negative attitude toward the media is a self-fulfilling prophesy, and requires serious reeducation and training.
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‘The Media Is the Enemy,’ and Other Dangerous Notions to Disavow
September 8th, 2010 by Judy ErkanatFor Crisis Response Web Leader, BP Spill a Marathon, Not a Sprint
September 2nd, 2010 by PRNEWSThe Coast Guard’s Ryan White gives PR News an inside look into the digital public affairs effort behind the oil spill crisis.
Reality TV vs. Real PR Professionals
September 1st, 2010 by Nancy Tamosaitis-ThompsonEntertainment value doesn’t equal PR value in reality shows about public relations agencies, and misleading impressions are bound to result from E!’s new show The Spin Crowd.
Done Right, a Crisis Postmortem Can Reanimate an Organization
August 30th, 2010 by PRNEWSWith all the talk about how companies act during a particular crisis, what happens after the fact? Companies post-crisis should review their actions and measure their impact to discover valuable lessons.
Media Beat: Journos Paint Rosier Business Picture
August 30th, 2010 by PRNEWSAn exclusive PR News chart shows that the tone of media coverage of corporate attributes has been more positive of late, with the exception of CSR.
How to Add Foursquare to Your PR Arsenal
August 30th, 2010 by PRNEWSGeo-location social platform Foursquare may not be for every organization, but these tips on leveraging it may help you decide if you’re ready to jump in the game.
PR as a Driver for B2B Sales and Customer Service
August 30th, 2010 by PRNEWSGreat customer service has become a key pillar in driving reputation, revenues and repeat business. Yet the B2B space faces a couple of barriers to truly integrated communications/customer service efforts.
Communicating CSR: Stats Are Fine, Impact Stories Are Better
August 23rd, 2010 by PRNEWSCSR leaders UPS and Cisco Systems Canada share tips on how they communicate their CSR programs to stakeholders. Tip No. 1: Don’t just spout statistics.
Social Media Report Card: Experian and Citigroup Earn Mixed Marks
August 23rd, 2010 by The Peppercom Digital TeamTwo companies, two social media campaigns launched to reconnect with consumers. Which one gets the better grades? Hint: It isn’t the "Pirate Guys."
Embedded Influencers Redefine How Brands Connect With Consumers
August 18th, 2010 by Elizabeth Castro and Matthew YoungSteal your audience’s attention with a set of coordinated messages from "embedded," credible sources with independent voices.