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Best Practices for Launching a Successful Corporate Volunteerism Program

July 21st, 2008 by

Thinking about a skills-based volunteer program? Skills-based volunteerism can take many forms, from pro bono engagements to board service—all have the potential to drive significant impact in the community. Following is a list of key… Continued

How to Reach the Media in Today’s Web 2.0 Universe

July 21st, 2008 by

You can’t be in PR today and ignore the facts. Fact one: hard copy publications are online, or have moved exclusively online. Fact two: media companies are consolidating. Fact three: new media is here to… Continued

Corporate Philanthropy: Lessons Learned

July 21st, 2008 by

Lessons Learned •    Creating strong internal partnerships is essential to building successful community partnerships. With the support of management and the board, your company will be able to focus its efforts on programs and organizations… Continued

Winning Over the Critics

July 21st, 2008 by

Trying to alter public—and media—perception of a product can be a trying proposition.  However, in McDonald’s ongoing Quality Moms Correspondents Campaign, which centered on building positive viral and WOM buzz about the quality of its… Continued

Building Internal Partnerships: Getting your Corporate Board Involved in Your Company’s Philanthropic Strategy

July 21st, 2008 by

Companies today are being judged – and their reputations are being made – not only on their financial performance but also on their commitment to social responsibility. The days when contributions were made at the… Continued

Tip Sheet: Manage by the Numbers to Increase Profitability

July 21st, 2008 by

By Rick Gould In the PR agency business, consider a recessionary period to be any point when your operating profit drops below 20% of the top of the line. It may sound harsh, but there… Continued

7 Ways to Recession-Proof Your Online Content

July 16th, 2008 by

With the downturn in the economy encompassing nearly every aspect of our lives, businesses large and small are feeling the pinch. MarketingSherpa recently published a survey (as reported by newsandexperts.com) stating that over 60% of… Continued

Using Technology To Your PR Advantage

July 16th, 2008 by

Digital PR is something that has yet to be mastered by the industry in general. plugging In New PR technologies and reaching the media in today’s 2.0 world can be a challenge, but Joanna Kulesa… Continued

10 Principles of Effective Crisis Communications

July 14th, 2008 by

When unexpected crises hit a company, executives often find themselves rudderless in a monsoon of media calls. If they don’t know how to effectively communicate their company’s story, they can cause significant damage. Negative news… Continued

How to Successfully Align Your Company with the Right Cause

July 14th, 2008 by

Aligning your company with a nonprofit group or cause—or "cause marketing"—is a way to give back to your community while building credibility and good will for your business. It can translate into customer loyalty and… Continued