The key is to use technology as a research and organizational tool, not the end-all, be-all solution. These proven strategies will help PR people strengthen their media efforts by relying a little less on technological shortcuts and a little more on targeted research.
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Live Your Brand the Way Your Customers Do, Says Brian Solis
July 11th, 2014 by Steve GoldsteinSocial Media 20/20 Summit keynote speaker Brian Solis says that PR pros and marketers need to become “experience architects” and not be bound by their previous roles.
Why Did George Clooney Engage the Daily Mail?
July 11th, 2014 byClooney’s public lambasting of a news source that many already regard as untrustworthy is surprising. But his decision to take action and set the facts straight provides an example of how the target of a negative story can fight back against irresponsible journalism—and win.
5 Tips for Introducing Ethics Into Company Culture
July 10th, 2014 by Richard BrownellCompanies can avoid ethical lapses in judgment by creating a listening culture that takes their audiences into account.
PR Insider: Visually Promoting The Client’s Global Brand Story
July 10th, 2014 by Courtney LukitschThis piece makes the case for why PR professionals need to leverage visual media and encourage clients to tell brand stories with arresting images.
How a Frontier Airlines Pilot Used Pizza to Create Goodwill for His Brand
July 10th, 2014 byGerhard Bradner, a Frontier Airlines pilot whose Denver-bound plane was diverted to Cheyenne because of a storm, ordered about 50 pizzas to feed the nearly 160 passengers on his plane during the delay.
3 PR Tips to Jump-Start Your Visual Content SEO
July 9th, 2014 by Matthew SchwartzA picture is worth a thousand words. It’s a cliché because it’s true. And when it comes to search engine optimization (SEO), the phrase is more than apt. That’s because in the rough-and-tumble world of SEO adding visual content significantly boosts the odds that your message will flow to the top of the Google rankings.
6 Tips for Building a Loyal Social Media Following
July 9th, 2014 by Mark RenfreeWondering how to fashion a loyal follower base on social media? Here are some tips from the PR pros of the PR News community.
Brands Newsjacking Brazil’s World Cup Loss Playing With Fire
July 9th, 2014 bySports fans—especially soccer fans—are incredibly passionate, and after spectacular losses it may be better for brands who want to steer clear of their wrath to stay out of the discussion.
‘Start, Stop, Continue’ Grid: Is Your Brand on the Right Social Networks?
July 8th, 2014 byChoosing which social media platforms to use for your brand can be a daunting task, and it’s an important one.