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5 Tips on Writing Internal Communications

May 13th, 2013 by

Brevity is the soul of wit, don’t you know. Try and infuse a little humor into the memo and, don’t get bogged down with statistics from the spreadsheet.

On the Power of Optimism in PR Communications

May 10th, 2013 by

Earlier this week I noticed this tweet from Business Insider’s Henry Blodget: “RT ‪@SullyCNBC: I’ve interviewed many successful people over the years. Many began with nothing. ALL shared one trait—optimism.” Blodget, of course, was retw…

PR News Video of the Week: 5/10

May 10th, 2013 by

The PR News video of the week is “This Is Water,” an homage to the late author David Foster Wallace and his 2005 Kenyon College commencement speech.

CPM: A Legitimate PR Tool for Online Communications

May 9th, 2013 by

When measuring their digital outcomes PR execs need to report results using the language of business rather than PR speak (read: “buzz,” or “impressions”).

3 PR Tips for Bracing Your CEO for a Tough Interview

May 8th, 2013 by

Coca-Cola launched an anti-obesity campaign this morning with an interview on “CBS This Morning” with CEO Muhtar Kent. It didn’t go well.

What’s Your Brand’s Instagram Strategy? Tips For Leveraging the Photo Network

May 8th, 2013 by

Like any social network, Instagram needs to be used appropriately, with the organic feel that vast numbers of users want. Here are some tips to help ensure your strategy is on point.

Daily War Room Worked for Obama—and Will Work for Your PR Campaigns

May 7th, 2013 by

PR News sat down with Amy Gershkoff to discuss what she learned on the campaign trail and provide real-world insights for communications professionals.

The Best Career Advice for Communicators

May 7th, 2013 by

Nearly three dozen people weigh in on the question, What’s the best career advice you were given?

7 Steps to Better Communicating Your Brand’s Story

May 7th, 2013 by

How do you become a strong brand, too, with a story that others want to tell? By leading with “why you do what you do.”

7 Key Communications Takeaways from Iron Man 3

May 6th, 2013 by

Like many CEOs, Iron Man alter-ego Tony Stark could use some media training.