Solo PR Pro

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

No business can survive without strong relationships with employees, customers, vendors and other audiences. However, certain businesses can – and do – survive without media relations. Reduce employee turnover or improve your reputation score? Do you have the most effective communications structure in your organization?

Media Relations 50

Media Relations Communications How To Media 50

Communications Conversations

MARCH 29, 2019

Courtney landed her permanent role off a 6-month social media internship in the Corporate Communications department at UnitedHealth Group. She quickly demonstrated a willingness to ask questions in what can be large, intimidating corporate meetings, and she eagerly sought opportunities to get in front of C-suite executives.

Social Media 128

Social Media Agriculture Marketing Media 128

Beyond PR

APRIL 26, 2016

Small businesses are the engine driving the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), more than half of Americans either own or work for a small business. Furthermore, these businesses create about two out of every three new jobs in the U.S. Participate in community events.

Small Business 40

Small Business Nonprofit Local Community 40

Waxing UnLyrical

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

That’s the focus of this week’s roundup: overcoming obstacles (and after reading this post, you may be able to identify some of these in your own business). Facebook Advertising on a Small Budget. Why: Developing a budget for Facebook Ads is daunting to most small businesses. How To Revive Old Blog Content.

Small Business 75

Small Business Advertising Advertising SEO 75

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 14, 2020

She’s a former colleague and friend and currently heads communications for the Auto Care Association. She talks about key issues she helps her organization communication, transitioning from a corporate role to work with an association and how she deals with the challenges we all face in PR and comms – like proving value.

Marketing 79

Marketing Data Wireless Industry 79

Sword and the Script

MARCH 22, 2016

She” was the featured speaker on a PR industry vendor webinar for small businesses – PR on shoestring. Her answer was in response to an audience question on how small business owners, with small budgets, could drive effective PR programs. The Rise of Agency New Business Development. by Frank Strong. “I

Survey 60

Survey System Trends Small Business 60

PR Conversations

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Name me one person with 12 weeks to live who would regret having not spent more time PR’ing/lawyering/accounting/running a small business…you get my drift. Further, perhaps collaborative communities could help to address barriers to happiness, using an approach that Engeström calls knotworking. David Sawyer.

Communications 104

Communications Community Measurement Study 104

Prohibition

JANUARY 7, 2022

A personnel crisis is one in which the employment of an employee becomes intolerable because of negative work performance, a disruptive attitude, or problematic substance abuse. Careful planning can help managers identify signs of deterioration (low productivity, high absenteeism) in their employees. Personnel matters.

Crisis Management 62

Crisis Management Crisis Reputation Financial 62

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 12, 2020

In the wake of George Floyd’s killing, corporate America is trying to walk the talk when it comes to matters of racial justice and equality. Nike pledged $40 million over four years to support black communities. Wal-Mart has ponied up $100 million in community grants… and the list goes on.

Technology 248

Technology Company Enterprise Community 248

Prohibition

JULY 19, 2018

PR speaks to a varied audience, from internal employees, to the media, to influencers, to the end user. And this ‘word of mouth’ affect can act as a powerful persuasive tool for a business. By discerning attitudes, business are able to identify issues that might impact the operations and plans of a business. Organic SEO.

Publicity 48

Publicity Advertising Advertising Tools 48

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 13, 2019

Today, the company is perhaps the largest of its kind, and I think understanding how it got to the place it is now, offers an interesting window into the world of PR and the evolution of technology for the digital PR community. The suite was the weaving together of tools Vocus had acquired into a product aimed at the small business market.

Technology 12

Technology Software Company Marketing 12

Sword and the Script

MAY 26, 2015

Hiring a PR firm for the corporate communications mix is a sizable undertaking but it usually boils down to picking the right people. The critique is they spend hours preparing creative proposals without pay, only to see a business adopt some of the creative ideas while hiring another firm. by Frank Strong. PR firms and pricing.

Corporate 60

Corporate Communications Web Creativity 60

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 12, 2014

It was my ticket into an industry where the perennial phrase “PR agency experience preferred” finds its way onto corporate public relations and PR agency job listings alike. It seemed like a reasonable pivot and I took a job which hired employees on a state grant for an hourly wage. How to Get Ahead as a PR Account Executive.

How To 116

How To Film Agency Corporate 116

Sword and the Script

JULY 14, 2015

A few weeks ago I saw some referral traffic coming from Forbes in Google Analytics for a corporate blog. There was the LexisNexis Business of Law Blog , a company with a publication focused on developing content for a niche, vertical, B2B industry, right alongside Coca Cola , Dell and luxury retailer Barney’s New York. .

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Brand Branding Marketing 60

Critical Mention

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Their website is a business hub that spotlights brand-building tips, educational business webinars and blogs that help drive success. It provides helpful news for an array of professionals such as entrepreneurs (of course), franchises, small businesses and more. PRNEWS Blog.

Blogging 68

Blogging Education Resources Creativity 68

PR Fuel

OCTOBER 16, 2018

Corporate Contact Information. It doesn’t matter if you’re Microsoft or if you’re Joe’s Lamp Emporium: Every company’s web site should have a public relations page that details corporate contact information. Consumers and members of the media like to know who they are doing business with. Make sure to keep it updated.

Web 40

Web Pitching Local Report 40

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Yet, according to research conducted in 2019, 40% of small businesses still don’t have a website. With more people than ever researching, shopping and buying online, now is the time to ensure your business is meeting buyers where they are.”. Justin Goldstein | Press Record Communications.

Marketing 168

Marketing Employee Content Marketing Training 168