In a world focused on shareable content, we struggle to find ways to make our stories stand out. What makes someone read what we write, watch our video and more important, remember it and engage others by retelling it?
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Six PR Storytelling Rules We Should Pick Up From Classic Movies
March 28th, 2016 by Jacqueline Strayer
It’s National Grammar Day, but Do Young People Care?
March 17th, 2016 by Ian James WrightReports of grammar’s death have been greatly exaggerated.
How to Create an Editorial Plan to Write Simply About Complex Issues
March 14th, 2016 by Rose Mary Moegling, Customer Engagement Manager, Toshiba America Medical SystemsWe’ve all been there. You are asked to write a newsletter article, a speech or op-ed about a topic that is very complicated and technical.
5 Tips to Help Communicators Adjust to Disrupted Commercial Sectors
March 14th, 2016 by Kristie Kuhl, JD, Partner, Finn PartnersThis article examines the implications for communicators resulting from myriad changes in America’s healthcare system.
How PR Pros Can Turn Smart CEOs Into Dynamic Communicators
March 7th, 2016 by Jack Modzelewski & J.J. CarterSavvy communication professionals invest time thinking about the toughest business challenges their CEOs face, from outmaneuvering competitors to addressing operational vulnerabilities.
When Change Is Unnecessary: 5 Things to Consider Prior to Rebranding
March 7th, 2016 by Roger Sametz, President, CEO, Sametz Blackstone AssociatesNot long ago, many thought of a brand as something that only attached to (and benefited) consumer goods: toothpaste, cars, detergent or jeans.
Ditching PPT: How to Give Great PR Presentations Without Slides
February 29th, 2016 by Kathy Ridgely Beal, Director, Communications and Public Relations, American College of Medical Genetics and GenomicsMost of us in PR have become accustomed to using slides for most or all of our presentations. But do we now rely on slides too much?
How to Make Your Team’s Brainstorming More Effective
February 29th, 2016 by Susan Blanchard, Senior Account Manager, Legacy Public AffairsPR and communication agencies are known for brainstorming with their employees to spark creative concepts—ideas that take shape as clever campaigns, strategies, taglines or other essential messages.

4 Essential Podcasts for PR Pros
February 24th, 2016 by Mark RenfreeWhether you’re looking for tips for using social media or just want to stay up on the latest industry trends, these 4 podcasts are sure to help.

4 Tips for PR Leaders to Raise Their Energy Level and Improve Engagement
February 22nd, 2016 by Lara Siegel, CEO, OpenICoachingWhen it comes to professional development, PR leader often fall short on understanding the influence of of using frameworks and filters.