We are becoming increasingly defined by our digital reputations, and this trend is only going to continue as more data about us becomes available and searchable.
Stories by Richard Brownell


Leaked FTC Report Reveals How Google Altered Search Results
March 20th, 2015 by Richard BrownellA previously unreleased report from the Federal Trade Commission’s 2012 investigation into Google’s search practices shows that the company boosted some of its own services over those of competitors even if its offerings did not match customer search criteria.

Snapchat Shows (Again) Why Brands Need to Be On Its Platform
March 16th, 2015 by Richard BrownellThe Snapchat social media platform has grown to become a major player in the content distribution game.

PR News’ CSR Award Winners Celebrated in Nation’s Capital
March 12th, 2015 by Richard BrownellPR News gave center stage to the winners and honorable mentions of its 2015 CSR Awards at a standing-room-only luncheon at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., on March 12, 2015.

#InternationalWomensDay Campaign Cuts Through Clutter With Absence
March 9th, 2015 by Richard BrownellThe Not There campaign is a clever demonstration of bringing an important issue into the public conversation to spark a dialogue and hopefully draw support for the cause.
#PowerOfPR: 4 Key Elements of Your Measurement Dashboard
March 2nd, 2015 by Richard BrownellThere are certain elements that should be included in all measurement dashboards if you hope to properly collect and analyze data about your communication efforts.
PR News Announces Top Women in PR Honorees
February 27th, 2015 by Richard BrownellPR News celebrated the honorees of this year’s Top Women in PR Awards Luncheon, held at New York City’s Grand Hyatt on Feb. 27, 2015.
4 Twitter Mistakes That Can Cost You Followers
February 26th, 2015 by Richard BrownellThere is no shortage of advice from social media experts on how to build your Twitter following. But how do you keep the people that you do have?
Infographic: Best Times to Post on Social Media
February 19th, 2015 by Richard BrownellThe timing of a social media post can be just as important as its content. This infographic shares optimal posting times for various social media platforms.
‘Retweeted More’ Gives Crystal Ball Glimpse of Your Tweet’s Future
February 18th, 2015 by Richard BrownellIn search of the perfect tweet? Researchers at Cornell have developed an algorithm that may help you find it.