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T-Word, C-Word Final Themes of Obama and Romney Campaigns

November 5th, 2012 by

With the campaign coming to a close, trust and change become the focal points of the two presidential candidates’ messaging.

Brand Equity and Corporate Reputation: A Hidden Harmony?

November 5th, 2012 by

A study by Council of PR Firms and Harris Interactive finds while positive brand equity and corporate reputation individually drove greater purchase consideration and recommendation, combining the two produced stronger effects. Organizations can benefit from… Continued

B2B Communications: Listening, Patience are Critical for a Successful Migration to Other Industries

November 5th, 2012 by

B2B public relations and marketing professionals can often find themselves migrating across disparate business sectors to transition into new career communications opportunities. Thrust into high-profile roles within previously established teams, B2B communications leaders have to… Continued

Seven Things You Will Learn in This Week’s Issue of PR News

November 5th, 2012 by

1. Hurricane Sandy forced the cancellation of a Google smartphone launch and a Facebook event. (p. 1) 2. Tweets of 11-15 words in length work best for B2B companies, while 1-5 words get the most… Continued

Charting the Industry: Hashtags Get More Clicks for B2Bs

November 5th, 2012 by

A Compendium study found that there are significant differences between what kinds of tweets work best for B2B and B2C companies.

Quick Study: PR Being Reshaped by Digital and Generational Divides; Young Consumers Mix Media Channels, But TV Still Rules

November 5th, 2012 by

â–¶ Volume, Velocity of Information Top PR Issue: A new study delving into the state of public relations finds that the profession is being reshaped by forces as current as digital networks and as timeless… Continued

‘It Is What It Is’: More Annoying Phrases to Avoid

November 2nd, 2012 by

PR News readers have spoken, and spoken again, as our list of painful, vacuous cliches keeps growing.

NY Road Runners Sweats Out Decision to Go Ahead With Marathon

November 2nd, 2012 by

Mayor Bloomberg and the New York Road Runners are facing intense public criticism over their plans to go ahead with Nov. 4 ING New York City Marathon.

3 Tips to Accelerate Your New Career in PR

November 1st, 2012 by

Have you recently launched your PR career? Here are three tips to make sure you are heading in the right direction.

Election 2012: Social What? E-Mail a Key Tactic for Obama, Romney

November 1st, 2012 by

Social media has been useful for both candidates, but e-mail marketing has been an indispensable tactic in spreading their messages and raising funds.