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Corporate CSR Journey: From Uncharted Territory to Roadmap

October 6th, 2008 by

Corporate social responsibility is one of two areas in which public relations can lead rather than support an organization. This gives us the opportunity to contribute directly to the bottom line success of our companies… Continued

Five Ways to Get Great ROI in Media Relations Research

October 1st, 2008 by

While media relations is only one form of PR, the following Q & A can provides guidance for getting the best ROI in media relations research. â–¶ Do you provide content for the media analysis… Continued

Social Media Survey: Execs Have Motivation, Lack Confidence

September 29th, 2008 by

The results of the PR News/Cision Social Media Survey are in, and one thing is for certain: Engaging with and tracking social media are now standard PR practices. That said, the more than 900 communications… Continued

Handling Provocative or Uncomfortable Questions During a Media Interview

September 29th, 2008 by

If you are being interviewed by a newspaper, magazine or television reporter, don’t make the mistake of thinking you don’t have to prepare for the interview. In some cases, if the reporter makes an appointment… Continued

Ten Ways to Improve Your Media Relations Skills

September 29th, 2008 by

You can have all the facts, know what you want to say, and believe that your message is important to your market, yet never get a single media placement. Could it be the way you… Continued

The Spirit of Sustainability

September 29th, 2008 by

Brown-Forman, producer and marketer of more than 35 spirits and wine brands including Jack Daniel’s, Southern Comfort, Finlandia Vodka, Bonterra and Fetzer Wines, has always placed a strong focus on responsibility.  From 1870 when Brown-Forman’s… Continued

Case Study: Fueled by Research and Measurement, Shell Oil Rehabilitates a Tainted Image

September 29th, 2008 by

Organization: Shell Oil Company Agency: Burson-Marsteller; Penn, Schoen & Berland Timeframe: 2006 – 2007 When Shell Oil Company undertook an 18-month face-to-face campaign to build public understanding of energy issues, research and measurement quickly became… Continued

Continuous Improvement: GE Military Product Disclosure in 2007 Citizenship Report

September 29th, 2008 by

Communicators have responsibilities that span various areas of corporate social responsibility.  One would argue that the primary role of a communicator typically focuses on managing company and stakeholder alignment to anticipate stakeholder action. Increasing regulation… Continued

Add Punch to Your CSR Initiatives Through Product Giving Programs

September 29th, 2008 by

With increased pressure to demonstrate their social responsibility, today’s companies are realizing the need to align their giving programs with business needs, business objectives and branding. Whether you seek new ways to build positive brand… Continued

Tip Sheet: Ten Questions to Ask a Media Measurement Firm

September 29th, 2008 by

By Mark Weiner A study sponsored in part by the Institute for Public Relations and The Arthur Page Society revealed that, while executives who fund PR programs desire measurement to gauge performance and ROI, they… Continued