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Lessons Learned from the Kraft Heinz Press Release

April 6th, 2015 by

When H.J. Heinz Co. announced its acquisition of Kraft Foods Group recently—creating the third-largest food and beverage company in North America—a smorgasbord of PR accompanied the move.

When the Conversation Gets Derailed

April 6th, 2015 by

Starbucks and SeaWorld kicked off integrated messaging campaigns in the last month that were based on the most fundamental premise of good PR: Symmetrical (two-way) conversations are preferable to one-way. Both tightly integrated paid media with earned and owned. And both—judging from media and consumer reaction—failed spectacularly.

3 Tips for Making Meetings Less Painful and More Productive

April 2nd, 2015 by

With a “more-with-less” model seeping through corporate America, brands and organizations no longer have the luxury of constantly having meetings.

PR Insider: Staying Connected While Disconnecting

April 2nd, 2015 by

Working remotely isn’t a new concept, but for a culture that already has a habit of foregoing vacation days, is it possible to ever leave work behind?

How to Get Your Brand Started on Instagram [Infographic]

April 1st, 2015 by

This infographic demonstrates in a few simple steps how to get your brand set up on Instagram.

6 April Fools’ Day Pranks From Brands That Actually Have a Sense of Humor

April 1st, 2015 by

Some brands put effort into being funny and seem to have decent comedic chops. Here is what six of them did for this April’s Fools Day.

3 PR Lessons From Jay Z’s Tidal Launch

March 31st, 2015 by

Jay Z’s media strategy for his Tidal music service provides a veritable clinic for communicators who are looking for ways to make a splash when they announce new products and/or services.

4 Things Brands Should Know About #BoycottIndiana

March 30th, 2015 by

Before you decide how—or if—your brand will communicate regarding Indiana’s Religious Freedom Restoration Act, here are 4 things you should consider.

PR Insider: Making Contacts in the TV Newsroom

March 30th, 2015 by

Pitching TV producers and reporters requires following a special set of rules, and if you follow them correctly, you will have TV newsroom contacts for a long time to come.

Are You Engaged in Reverse Mentoring?

March 30th, 2015 by

All the talk about mentoring can make you feel a bit left out. If you are neither a mentor nor a mentee, then what the heck are you doing with yourself?  The truth is, you are probably mentoring or being mentored without even knowing it. It’s the new fabric of our work culture – people […]