A Memorial Day social media campaign from a savvy brand raises awareness of our nation’s troops while asking little of its fans—a neat trick.
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The No. 1 Way to Avoid Typos
May 20th, 2013 by Lucia DavisWhether it’s an email to subscribers or a simple tweet, nothing makes an organization seem less professional than errant spelling or obvious mistakes.
Media Inquiries Into PR Departments Should Not Be an Exercise in Frustration
May 20th, 2013 by Matthew SchwartzYou’re a busy journalist. You’re on deadline. You’re trying to round up sources and interviews for a story you need to crank out today. One of your most promising sources is not responding, gone off… Continued
Case Study: Environmental Fight to Protect Snow Gets Major Assist From Celebrity Snowboarders And Data-Driven Report
May 20th, 2013 by PRNEWSSkiers and snowboarders are having an increasingly tough time finding new powder to master. The culprit? Climate change.
Heed Murdoch’s Warning with These Facebook Alternatives
May 17th, 2013 by Lucia DavisHere are three under-the-radar social networks that are gaining traction. Get to know them now in case Murdoch’s prediction becomes a reality.
To Write Well is to Advance in Your Career: 7 Tips for Aspiring Writers
May 17th, 2013 by Diane SchwartzHas writing become a lost art, a nice-to-have skill but not a necessary one? I sure hope not. For those of us who cherish the written word and are prone to find typos on cereal… Continued
Writing Bootcamp: Storytelling and Editing are the Pillars of Successful PR Communications
May 16th, 2013 by Lucia DavisHere’s a snapshot of PR News’ May 14 Writing Bootcamp in Washington, D.C.
Pin-spiration: Discovering Recipes (and Brand Advocates) Through Pinning Bloggers
May 14th, 2013 by Victoria GestnerPinterest has opened the door to discovering hundreds of creative food-focused bloggers, each with his or her own unique style and taste.
SMBs Boost Spending on Digital Marketing; Facebook & Fans Worth About $174 a Clip to Consumer Brands
May 13th, 2013 by PRNEWSTwo thirds of small businesses plan to invest as much — or more — on digital marketing in 2013. The value of a Facebook fan has increased 28% since 2010.
Hertz Links PR and Customer Service As Social Channels Grow
May 13th, 2013 by PRNEWSLast summer, the car rental company rolled out a new dashboard that integrates its social channels into customer service.