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Walmart Blames Tracy Morgan for Not Wearing Seatbelt in June Crash

September 30th, 2014 by

“Keep Tracy Morgan’s name out of headlines,” would be one of the more blameless strategies Walmart could have adopted. But on Monday, the company filed federal court papers claiming that Morgan’s injuries were caused by his failure to wear a seatbelt.

10 Tips for Telling a Story That Engages Audiences

September 29th, 2014 by

Good PR communications isn’t just about sending a message; it’s about telling a story. Here are some tips to make your PR messaging read more like a good story.

‘National Coffee Day’ Fuels Creative Marketing for Dunkin’, Starbucks and Others

September 29th, 2014 by

If you encountered a longer-than-usual line at your local Starbucks, Dunkin’ Donuts or McDonalds today, you should at least have a free cup of coffee to show for it. Today is National Coffee Day, an unofficial holiday that many coffee chains are celebrating by giving away free cups of joe.

PR Insider: Navigating a Crisis in Public and Private Organizations

September 29th, 2014 by

Figuring out how to best handle a PR crisis depends in part on whether your client is a public company, private company or non-public organization like an NGO.

Growing Need to Break Down Silos

September 29th, 2014 by

Breaking out of these silos is the first step toward more effectively reporting ROI. Embracing more diverse sets of data is the second.

Demonstrating PR’s Value to C-Suite Executives

September 29th, 2014 by

In our hyperconnected world, little is hidden from the public view. Most CEOs understand this, but they may benefit from an update on how the scope of public relations has broadened to meet the new stakeholder reality.

The Costs of Sloppy Grammar Are Incalculable

September 29th, 2014 by

Having poor grammar, misspelled words, sloppy punctuation and excessive jargon and acronyms can damage your credibility—and the credibility of your communications.

Giving Your Stories a Sharper (and Bigger) Reach

September 29th, 2014 by

By blending the benefits of earned placement with the strengths of owned media, content marketing can provide a unique opportunity to engage with an audience.

Preparing Yourself for the Media Spotlight

September 29th, 2014 by

One of the first things that clients want to know is whether business communicators can show them how to carry themselves in front of the media and fix any glitches that may be getting in the way of delivering the message. But what happens when you turn the tables, and PR managers and directors are the ones who are being interviewed and relaying the message?

Communicators’ Challenge: Fresh Ideas at Legacy Brands

September 29th, 2014 by

The yearlong process of getting Wells Fargo Stories up and running speaks to the challenges that senior communicators working for legacy brands sometimes face when they want to introduce new PR programs, particularly in the digital space.