While Facebook piqued the media’s and its users’ interest with its latest feature announcement, here is what it means for the practicing PR pro, so far.
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How Content Marketing is Changing the PR Gestalt
January 16th, 2013 by Matthew SchwartzBefore PR execs embark on a content-marketing strategy, they first need to understand the actions of their audiences.
Public Confused With Social Monetization
January 16th, 2013 by Scott Van CampLarge numbers of adults don’t really understand how Facebook and Google make money.
The Digital/Social War Room Gains Steam
January 15th, 2013 by Scott Van CampWho can forget the photo of President Obama and prominent members of his administration anxiously watching monitors while the assault on Osama Bin Laden’s hideout in Pakistan went on in real-time. Now it seems that brands are having their own …
Walmart’s Pledge to Hire Veterans Is a Dose of Good PR
January 15th, 2013 by Bill MiltenbergWalmart’s announcement to hire any honorably discharged veteran within his or her first 12 months of active duty brought positive coverage from The New York Times, a rarity for the retailer.
Three Crucial Elements to Include in Social Media Policies
January 15th, 2013 by Matthew SchwartzIf communications execs want to own social media, one place to start is by developing formal social media guidelines.
The PR Pro’s Guide to Successful Surveys — a Checklist
January 15th, 2013 by Melissa HurleyA well-engineered survey can be an excellent vehicle for generating media opportunities and gathering data to support your organization’s key messages.
Respect the Locals, Eh: PR Agency Angers Residents of Canada’s Ninth Largest City With New Campaign
January 14th, 2013 by Bill MiltenbergIn seriously botching a civic engagement campaign for the city of Hamilton, Dialogue Parners learned some valuable lessons.
PR News Announces CSR Awards Finalists
January 14th, 2013 by PR News EditorsHere are the people and campaigns behind stellar corporate social responsibility work. They will be honored at the CSR Awards luncheon on Feb. 11 in Washington, D.C.
Editor’s Pick: Video of the Week (1/10)
January 14th, 2013 by Bill MiltenbergFor PR pros, the good professor offers this piece of sagely advice: Try to understand people (read: your CEO, CFO, etc.) and your clients by observing them. Check out this "60 Minutes" story on how to design breakthrough… Continued