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Twitterers Want Info

June 1st, 2009 by

Twitterers = Info Junkies: According to new data from research firm MarketingProfs, nearly 100% of surveyed Twitter users agreed with the statement, “I value getting information in a timely manner,” suggesting that this is among the biggest motivations for using the platform.

Media Relations During a Crisis: Be Prepared, Then Execute

June 1st, 2009 by

The worst time to determine how to deal with media is in the midst of a crisis. You are going to face many challenges internally and externally, and dealing with the media will be one… Continued

Reputation Paramount in a Recession

June 1st, 2009 by

In Recession, Protect Your Reputation: The Reputation Institute (RI) has released the results of its 2009 U.S. Reputation Pulse study, which ranks

Dealing with the Rise of Green Consumer

June 1st, 2009 by

For decades, investors have jumped on the bandwagon about how consumers can use their dollars responsibly. It’s called investing in Ethical Funds (ie. ensuring your money is invested only in socially responsible and Earth-friendly companies).… Continued

Web Analytics Take the SEGA Brand’s Robust Community-Building Campaign to the Next Level

May 28th, 2009 by

The video-gaming community has always been characterized by its members’ enthusiasm for technology, and by their desire to connect and interact with fellow fans. The proliferation of social media platforms has only enhanced these traits, as it facilitates interactivity via the very medium in which this audiences “plays” every day.

Once Upon a Time: Be a Master Storyteller

May 27th, 2009 by

You know your key messages. You are armed with studies and data. But you’ve had a hard time connecting with your audience on your communications effort. What’s missing? A really good story. The best speakers… Continued

Integrating CSR Into Your Business

May 27th, 2009 by

At no other moment in history has the awareness and demand of “green” been greater for both companies and consumers.  Consumers are concerned about unpredictable prices at the gas pump, increasing energy bills, questions about… Continued

Hot Potato: Crisis Communications in a Web 2.0 World

May 27th, 2009 by

It’s the middle of the night. Your BlackBerry on the bedside table vibrates.  You focus your eyes on the caller ID. It’s your biggest client, a potato chip manufacturer. It’s pretty safe to say the… Continued

Don’t Talk About Green

May 27th, 2009 by

And while we’re at it, let’s not talk about climate change, environmentalism or being socially responsible. Instead, let’s talk about efficiency and reflecting the true cost of our lifestyle choices in our product prices. This… Continued

With Media Relations, Transparency Is Everything

May 26th, 2009 by

Since taking office, President Obama has made transparency the backbone of his communications efforts. According to Sherry Goldman, president of Goldman Communications Group, PR professionals must also follow this mandate when dealing with the media,… Continued