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{PR}edict: Predictive Analytics and the Future of PR, Part 3

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However, public relations operates on a calendar largely dictated by either internal operational mandates – “it’s end of quarter, we need more website traffic!” – or editorial calendars for publications. What Would PR Do? I personally don’t have a PR agency for my blog, but if I did, I would provide them this data.

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Getting Your PR Measurement Program in Shape for 2016

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That does not mean we are left without resources to help define PR success and set the agenda for an even more data-driven PR program in the New Year. Cross reference same subject content in different formats to see how to design your outreach and content for deeper engagement. Tracking Key Indicators.

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Crisis Management 101: Shark Week Case Study, Pt. 1

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Thanks to Google Trends , we know interest in the term “shark attack” is set to increase drastically as searches for “shark week” do: According to The Florida Museum of Natural History’s International Shark Attack File, 2016 saw 84 unprovoked shark attacks, which is on par with the average 82 incidents a year.