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On the Art of Critical Listening

September 25th, 2013 by

I was quoted in the newspaper the other day. The quote was technically inaccurate—I didn’t say what the reporter wrote that I said. But it was correct in the substance. In effect, the reporter understood… Continued

Helping CEOs to Help Themselves By Having A Social Media Presence

September 25th, 2013 by

The dearth of C-level executives on social media presents an opportunity for PR pros to step in and help CEOs build a valuable presence on social channels.

Celebrate National Punctuation Day by Avoiding These 5 Common Mistakes

September 24th, 2013 by

To celebrate this prestigious occasion, the PR News editors put our heads together and came up with our top punctuation pet peeves. Avoid these gaffes—and stay on our good side.

PR Insider: Comparing Skype Versus Google+ Hangout for Web Client Meetings

September 24th, 2013 by

Video conferencing has become one of the most convenient ways to meet with clients. Whether it’s a matter of convenience or time constraints, web meetings are fantastic options. They are quick ways to start discussions, and some are absolutely free.

Where You Sit is What You See

September 24th, 2013 by

I picked up a sound piece of advice the other night, during a college admissions event my daughter and I attended.  Among the questions the prospective students asked of the alumni panel was whether the class sizes are so big that you can’t see, hear and learn in them.  The very articulate Class of 2010 […]

Where You Sit is What You See

September 24th, 2013 by

I picked up a sound piece of advice the other night, during a college admissions event my daughter and I attended.  Among the questions the prospective students asked of the alumni panel was whether the… Continued

Your Brand’s Identity and Mission Determines Your Social Media Strategy

September 23rd, 2013 by

It doesn’t matter if you’re a major global brand or a local mom and pop, social media can offer several benefits to your brand. That said, the content strategy implemented within a social space requires more than a cookie cutter.

3 Tips for Pitching Stories to the Media That Will Never Go Out of Style

September 23rd, 2013 by

An award-winning media relations expert gives three tips for getting journalists attention.

Case Study: Agency Helps A Legacy of Giving Update Its PR Program, Extend Reach and Teach Kids How to Be Charitable

September 23rd, 2013 by

In 2011, Texas public schools lost $5.3 billion to massive budget cuts. As a result, schools were forced to cut valuable educational programs. One piece of curriculum in danger of losing its funding was A Legacy of Giving (Legacy), a nonprofit organization that teaches children to be philanthropists.

Fresh Approaches to Media Training Offer C-Level Execs Better Results

September 23rd, 2013 by

Rodale may have calculated that she’s the boss and needed to communicate her message regarding the use of chemicals in the U.S. Fair enough. But the letter was not so well-received. A writer at Discover.com, for example, called it “insensitive crack-pottery.”