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Voice for PR: Some Advocacy, Little Formal Lobbying by PR Orgs

August 2nd, 2010 by

Reviewing the scope of PR advocacy among professional organizations, PR News found few efforts toward formal lobbying.

How to Create Events That Meet Multiple PR Goals

July 26th, 2010 by

When developed and executed properly, PR events can result in an audience’s deep connection to your brand.

Consumer-Based Review Sites Offer PR Execs Pain and Pleasure

July 26th, 2010 by

Dealing with consumer review sites might sound scary, but positive PR opportunities and outcomes abound.

Deep Knowledge of Customers Drives Today’s Engagement Tactics

July 26th, 2010 by

While a set definition of "engagement" continues to elude the experts, some organizations are getting a handle on often complex engagement processes and metrics.

Low CEO Visibility: Is PR at Fault?

July 19th, 2010 by

While conventional wisdom tells PR executives to get their top management out in front of the media to build reputation and trust, data compiled by PRIME Research for PR News shows that compared to other PR disciplines “management” coverage by top media outlets is severely lacking.

Listening to Twitter Is Not Only a Question of Who, But Where

July 19th, 2010 by

What does listening to Twitter really entail? Who should you be listening to and how do you know you’re listening to the right conversations?

Plan, Engage, Execute: Launch PSAs That Connect

July 12th, 2010 by

Planned and executed strategically, public service ad campaigns can help nonprofits build their brand image while netting millions dollars worth of free advertising space and airtime.

Message Control: Changing the PR-Journalist Dynamic

July 12th, 2010 by

Gone are the days of formality. Now, the relationship between reporter and corporation requires frequency and transparency.

Voice & Choice Initiatives Drive Optimal Employee/CSR Buy-In

July 12th, 2010 by

Employees are crucially important stakeholders in all CSR initiatives, and giving them a voice in their development is a sure way to get them involved from inception through execution.

Putting Facebook Tools to Work for Stronger Fan Engagement

June 28th, 2010 by

New and powerful Facebook features, like Connect and @mention, have enabled PR organizations to drive more meaningful eyeballs, registrations and audience interaction.