While advertising may give PR high marks on its social media prowess, there’s still plenty of digital work to keep both worlds busy, so collaboration between the two is critical, say experts.
Social Media & SEO
How to Punch Up Your Social Media Copy
March 7th, 2011 by Ann WylieDon’t make social media all about "me"; base your postings on interesting information for others to share online. Here are five ways to keep from being a social media bore.
Quick Study: Latinos Loyal to Committed Companies; Site Traffic Dips; Big Brands Underuse Facebook, While Locals Love It
February 28th, 2011 by PRNEWSâ–¶ Latinos’ Loyalty Rests With Company Commitment: A survey by Garcia Trujillo LLC and Newslink Research finds that more than 66% of Latinos in the U.S. would be more inclined to buy products and services… Continued
How to ID and Respond to Social Media Red Flags
February 28th, 2011 by Adele CehrsMonitoring social media is your first line of defense. Here are some social media red flags that indicate you may have a PR crisis on your hands.
The Digital B2B Campaign: Agree on the Metrics First, Worry About Tools Later
February 28th, 2011 by Paul Gillin and Eric SchwartzmanToo often, the objectives of B2B social media programs are expressed using vague terms like “improve” or “expand.” Nearly everything can be measured, and the mere fact that you’re measuring results will make your CFO smile.
Tip Sheet: In a Time of Change, PR Pros Must Be the Agents
February 21st, 2011 by Mike HermanAs seismic changes occur abroad and at home, PR pros must become strategic, long-term planners to make sure they continue to play important roles in their organizations.
Quick Study: Businesses Strengthening Sustainability Commitment; Economy Excites CMOs—Social Media Budgets to Rise
February 21st, 2011 by PRNEWSâ–¶ Sustainability Steps Up: More than two-thirds of businesses are strengthening their commitment to sustainability, according to a new study by MIT Sloan Management Review and The Boston Consulting Group. The study found that 69%… Continued
Subject: E-Mail Is Alive and Thrives Despite—and Because of—Social Media
February 21st, 2011 by PRNEWSA new study shows that nearly all online consumers continue to use e-mail, but that doesn’t mean you can get complacent with your e-mail targeting, content and frequency.
Quick Study: Customer Care Reputation Trumps Price With Online Shoppers; Americans Take Social Media Good With Bad
February 7th, 2011 by PRNEWSIn January, after being hit with a lawsuit challenging its beef content (black spike), Taco Bell responded with a “Thanks for Suing Us” announcement, that turned the Twitter conversation largely neutral (light gray spike), according… Continued
Twitter Watch: Was Taco Bell’s Crisis Recipe Tasty?
February 7th, 2011 by PRNEWSWith a quick and meaty response to a lawsuit that questioned the contents of its beef, Taco Bell appears to have deflected a lot of negativity around its brand—at least among Twitter users.