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4 Reasons Why Communicators Need to Make the Leap to Visual Storytelling

October 24th, 2013 by

With recent studies showing that consumers are exposed to an overwhelming 5,000 brand messages a day, visual content is an absolute PR/marketing must.

‘Did You See Me Faint at the White House?’ Click!

October 23rd, 2013 by

The American Diabetes Association took a high-profile—and quietly dramatic—story and instantly turned it into a highly effective, must-click email campaign that drew attention to both the Affordable Care Act’s benefits, and the Stop Diabetes movement itself.

Firing of NSA Twitter User Underscores Need for Employee Social Media Policies

October 23rd, 2013 by

When National Security Council Director of Nonproliferation Jofi Joseph was fired last week by the White House for sending insulting tweets for more than two years under an anonymous personal account, it raised anew the… Continued

The Success of a CSR Program Rests on Your Employees

October 21st, 2013 by

Most communicators understand why CSR campaigns and corporate giving are important. Furthermore, most are also championing the programs from beginning to end.

Contrast in Crisis Management: How Two Railroad Companies Reacted to Disaster

October 21st, 2013 by

The contrast between the two railway accidents offers an important juxtaposition in how to handle a crisis, and how not to.

9 Tips for Public Speakers Who Hate Public Speaking

October 21st, 2013 by

Butterflies in your stomach. Dry mouth. Fantasy of escaping through the back door. It’s inevitable: at some point in your career, you’ll need to speak in front of an audience. Whether at a small meeting, a conference, a general session, on a panel, or on your own. For most of us, it’s about getting out […]

9 Tips for Public Speakers Who Hate Public Speaking

October 21st, 2013 by

Butterflies in your stomach. Dry mouth. Fantasy of escaping through the back door. It’s inevitable: at some point in your career, you’ll need to speak in front of an audience. Whether at a small meeting,… Continued

How To Demystify The Power of Big Data

October 21st, 2013 by

Big business is officially obsessed with Big Data. According to a new survey of Fortune 1000 C-suite executives conducted by NewVantage Partners, 91% of executives said their organizations have Big Data initiatives planned or in progress.

Who Should Manage Your Social Media Programs? Content Marketing Moving to Core of PR Strategy

October 21st, 2013 by

Company executives are divided on who should manage their social media properties. Nearly 39% said the responsibility should be left to the public relations and communications team, while 35% said it should be left to marketing, according to a recent survey by The Creative Group.

PR News Announces Digital PR Awards Finalists

October 21st, 2013 by

Whether it’s new PR channels, such as digital marketing and mobile media, or traditional PR disciplines, including crisis management and media relations, PR News has all the bases covered with its Digital PR Awards. This year’s event will take place at New York’s Grand Hyatt on Nov. 5 (to register, visit www.prnewsonline.com/digital-pr-awards-luncheon2013).