How to Secure Media Headlines

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  A common frustration I hear from business executives is that they feel like their company is the best kept secret in their industry. Nothing is worse than seeing your rival in the headlines. Everyone reads the headlines, but few are ever featured in them. The art and science of media … [Read more...]

Helpful Tips for Aspiring Communications Pros

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I’m frequently asked by students and transitional communicators, how to set themselves apart from the pack. Here are some helpful tips for PR professionals trying to make their way into that first position: 1)    Immerse yourself in social media – This is a place where you can really get an … [Read more...]

Social media management: Two (or three) heads are better than one!

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I came across an infographic not too long ago that was (you guessed it) pretty informative! The graphic illustrates an example of how airlines are allocating more resources to social media by getting staff from more than one department actively involved with the distribution of content. This … [Read more...]

Monitoring Twitter: The online company you keep can say a lot about you and your company

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Twitter is a fascinating network – the more you’re online sharing your views and defining your brand, the more followers you may attract. It might seem that having a large amount of followers is always ideal, but not monitoring who is following you is not good for your brand. … [Read more...]

Want journalists to notice your story? Cast the right hook first!

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Journalists and assignment desks are bombarded with hundreds of news releases on a daily basis. I’ve worked on the other side so I’ve seen this first hand. The steady stream of carefully-crafted messaging travels across wires and into inboxes shouting, “Pick me! Pick me!”…with one goal in … [Read more...]

Top 10 tips: How to engage bloggers and their readers with a contest

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For years we’ve been integrating social media solutions into our clients’ media relations and marketing campaigns. And no, we don’t believe it’s new media vs traditional media, but rather a blend that’s unique depending on the audience you’re trying to reach and your specific business … [Read more...]