As we enter the high season of planning for 2016, we must recognize that the executives who invest in PR have become more discriminating when evaluating our performance. The challenge to prove the value of
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3 Steps to Becoming Your Own PR Editor
November 25th, 2015 by Julie LellisIf you thrive during the writing process but really dread the tedious work required to edit, you’re not alone. Here are some quick tips that you can use to take on the responsibility of editing.
2015 Digital PR Awards: Cause Marketing/CSR
November 9th, 2015 by Chris SeymourWinner: ExxonMobil – Be An Engineer Campaign The overall objective of the ExxonMobil – Be An Engineer (BAE) Campaign was to celebrate the 'E' in STEM—i.e., shine a light on the “engineering” aspect in the… Continued

How an Agency and its Partner Turned a New Product Into a Best Seller
October 30th, 2015 by Mark RenfreeKaplow and Conair managed to create enough excitement that the Curl Secret sold out in stores before the first paid advertisement appeared.

What It Means to Be a PR Intern
October 23rd, 2015 by Laura Beth EllisToday’s PR internships are more competitive than ever. Here are some valuable tips to spend that uncertain time as an intern to your advantage.
7 Tips to Accelerate Your PR Career and Be Perceived as a True Leader
October 19th, 2015 by BY JULIE BATLINER, President, spongThe question everyone seems to have is: How do I grow and succeed? Here are seven tips to consider.
ESPN’s PR Chief Shares His Career-Building Mentoring Secrets
September 28th, 2015 by CHRIS LAPLACA, SVP, CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS, ESPNI love to learn from other people and I’ve always believed I get more from the relationship than I give. Mentoring younger folks keeps my eyes fresh.

4 Tips for Establishing Employee Social Media Guidelines
September 9th, 2015 by Richard BrownellThere is no better storyteller for a company than its employees. Here are some tips for making employees great storytellers on social media.
How to Build Great PR Teams With Non-PR Pros—and Why You Should Try It
August 30th, 2015 by PRNEWSThe secret to building an effective PR team could be to steer clear of PR.
How PR Leaders Can Retain the Summer Spirit in the Workplace
August 30th, 2015 by MIKE MCDOUGALL, PRESIDENT, MCDOUGALL COMMUNICATIONSBefore throwing yourself headlong into a race to year’s end, commit to finding a few ways to keep a bit of that summer-like mindset in the mix.