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Financial Relief for U.S. Agencies During The Coronavirus Crisis

Buzzstream

To be very clear: if you are an agency or even a sole proprietor, whether or not you’ve been immediately impacted by the Covid-19 crisis, we strongly recommend you make yourself aware of these programs. . Here is an overview of the specific programs and benefits available to agencies and sole proprietors. Quick Assistance.

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Customer Service Is The “New” PR

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

The best PR agency in the world can’t hold a candle to employees who are empowered to do the right thing. Apparently the staff of a nearby Costco opened their doors to helpless locals, handing out dry clothes and even dragging in furniture when the store itself started to take on water. It can employ high-powered PR agencies.

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Planning for parental leave as a solo PR pro

Solo PR Pro

Paid parental leave When it comes to paid parental leave for self-employed people, there are two common options you'll find in your research: paid family leave by state and short term disability insurance (STD). Short term disability insurance Another option for self-employed people is to purchase short term disability insurance.

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Everything is Measurable in PR

Shift Communications

For example, if I get a small mention in the local newspaper about SHIFT Communications that doesn’t have attribution, a clickstream, or a call to action, it would take an extensive research project to find out the true impact of that article. Think about what you spend on car insurance or homeowner’s insurance.

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Future skills for public relations practitioners - World PR Day

Stephen Waddington

Companies that have invested in their local communities during the crisis continue to benefit from a reputational dividend. This gives rise to a range of issues including health and safety, insurance, London weighting, and other issues. This is likely to be an issue on the corporate agenda for the next decade.

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Why aren’t employers giving PR employees the benefits they want?

Communications Conversations

That’s usually met with “why don’t you find a local event instead?” On the other side, here are the top benefits companies ARE providing employees in 2020: Medical insurance – 98%. Dental insurance – 95%. ” It’s time to start taking professional development seriously.

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5 Brilliant Brand PR Stunts And Why They Worked

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

million to local customers. It was part of a summer 15th anniversary promotion to challenge the local baseball team into winning 15 straight games. Local Author Stages Book-Signing at Favorite Retailer… 7-Eleven? Local Author Stages Book-Signing at Favorite Retailer… 7-Eleven? It’s quirky, but inspired.

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