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Tired of Election News? Here’s What You’ve Missed
October 23rd, 2012 by Scott Van CampMaybe it’s just me, but are you getting presidential election fatigue? With all of the talk of spin rooms, binders, “optimal” and fact checking, I’m ready to go out and vote this afternoon just to be done with it. Being a PR pro, you’re most …
5 Rewards (and Realities) of Running a Small PR Agency
October 23rd, 2012 by Carrie FoxSmall agencies can enjoy flexibility and a different type of talent cultivation compared to their large counterparts. They also require fearlessness and tenacity.
Consumers Willing to Pay More for ‘Simpler’ Brands
October 23rd, 2012 by Scott Van CampAccording the Global Brand Simplicity Index, consumers are willing to pay more for simpler products and experiences with brands.
Instagram’s New Work-Around Makes it More Twitter-Friendly
October 22nd, 2012 by Bill MiltenbergThe photo-sharing network has created a solution that makes it more integrated with Twitter.
Blood, Sarcasm, Fake CEO (and Social Media) Make For A Perfect Viral Campaign
October 19th, 2012 by Diane SchwartzIt’s that time of the month: when a campaign goes viral and everyone is abuzz about the surprising creativity and through-the-roof consumer engagement of an under-the-radar product or news item. There is no escaping this phenomenon, so we might as we…
Consumer Tech PR: 5 Ways to Engage Humans When Writing About Machines
October 19th, 2012 by Andrew HindesThe key to writing a great tech press release is explaining the benefits of a piece of hardware or software.
Yelp Calls Out Companies With Fake Reviews
October 19th, 2012 by Bill MiltenbergTrying to game Yelp’s review system or paying for fake reviews will now earn a company a label that identifies them as cheaters.
Hilton’s Chris Brooks on Engaging the Media via Twitter
October 18th, 2012 by Bill MiltenbergConnecting with the media on Twitter requires conversation and engagement, says Hilton’s Chris Brooks, a featured speaker at PR News’ Media Relations Conference.
Newsweek Must Preserve Brand Integrity as it Kills Off Print Edition
October 18th, 2012 by Bill MiltenbergIn 2013 Newsweek will become the all-digital Newsweek Global, and must rely on its core brand values during the transition.