In a 24/7 social media world, it might surprise many to learn that traditional media is still alive and succeeding as a tool for getting the word out about your business. Read More
In a 24/7 social media world, it might surprise many to learn that traditional media is still alive and succeeding as a tool for getting the word out about your business. Read More
In our recent post, we talked about the benefit of case studies to your marketing approach. However, there are many ways to use your case studies, so you don’t want to focus on just one. Read More
So it was the first week of school last week. I looked upon it with some trepidation, as last year was a bit of a challenge with my 16-year-old son, Zach. Read More
I recently attended a meeting of the Georgia Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). It featured local broadcast reporters from the top four affiliate stations and focused on how these reporters use social media to source and cover stories. Read More
This past Saturday, I received a holiday card offer in the mail from the American Humane Association. I had ordered holiday cards from them in the past, so they are reminding me that the holidays are coming and inviting me to order again. Read More
If you research Case Studies on the Internet, you will find many different types, from academic proofs of concept to legal case studies. For the purposes of Media Relations, case studies are short (500-word) descriptions of how your product or service is used by a customer. Read More
My last two blogs (Parts 1 and 2) discussed six mistakes businesses make when working with PR professionals. These include the disconnect when the client doesn’t understand what PR is, the confusion when the scope of the work is not laid out, the need for proper training, good communication, and staying in for the long haul, and the importance of a good match. Read More
As a boutique PR practice, we often get calls from start-up companies, entrepreneurs or small businesses saying they want public relations. They engage us, but in some cases, the process does not turn out the way either party expected. Read More
Remember how your grandmother used to bake a cake? She would throw in a pinch of this and a dash of that, with no recipe in sight. It was all instinct and practice. Read More
Every year it seems that retailers begin showing holiday products earlier and earlier. We all complain about seeing Halloween in August or Valentine’s chocolates before all the New Year’s champagne has been finished. Read More
So at first glance, this headline sounds glib and sexist. But it’s not meant to be. I’m being a little tongue-in-cheek here after reading an article on Wyoming Public Media’s website about how women tech PR and Marketing professionals often don’t receive the credit they deserve for a product’s success.
The article pointed out that there are few women developing technology, and since technology is a male-dominated profession, often women are dismissed and their ideas not given proper credit. But…
But thinking about the holidays now in the blistering heat of…
Your brand is important, and when it comes to getting your name out there, it is your most reliable asset. But, it is only valuable if you are using it to its full potential. It’s not enough to simply put it on everything you do – though that is necessary- you must use it to reach your targeted clients, and do so through well thought out methods.
As Charles Koppelman of CAK Entertainment (they manage well-known stars such as Jennifer Lopez, Nicki Minaj, and Adam Levine) states, “In busi…
If your goal as a company is to be in the forefront of the business world, then it’s time to contact a reliable public relations firm. After all, a PR firm’s goal is to see that your company is presented in the best light, and to help you leverage your skill sets and expertise in such a way as to propel your company forward.
It should be noted that using a PR firm is different from advertising, as I’ve explained in a previous 
As a business owner myself, I recognize there are many facets of business that must work together for a successful business. Some include having a reputable brand, a solid online presence, the right connection(s) in the world of PR marketing and an effective sales strategy. Each element takes time and having a plan that works is a must.
However obvious it might be, the key element of a successful business is its sales strategy. So, the question becomes “How do you develop an effective sales…
Lead generation – whether you use social media, press releases, work with a PR firm, conduct marketing campaigns, or opt for a combination of all of these – is important. After all, you have to be successful in your lead generation tactics to attract new clients and improve revenue. But how can these elements of inbound marketing create more awareness of your company and what you have to offer? Consider these stats collected by 
If you are looking for ways to improve your company’s visibility and thus increase revenue, there are many approaches you may take, but one of the best actions is to work with a public relations firm. This is because, public relations (PR) is – as defined by Public Relations News- “The management function which evaluates public attitudes, identifies the policies and procedures of an individual or an organization with the public interest, and plans and executes a program of action to …
Eye-catching stunts always gain attention when it comes to PR, but the question is, will they gain good PR or bad PR?
This year’s Discovery Channel Shark Week started off a little differently than ones before, as Michael Phelps was set to race a great white shark, one of the most fearsome preda…
Now that 2017 is fully underway, it is vitally important that you have a solid digital marketing plan for what you want the upcoming weeks and months to look like. From social media to strong SEO, algorithm updates, and an assortment of marketing tactics, there are many aspects of digital marketing …
When it comes to social media marketing one typically has a 3-pronged purpose: connection, content, and commerce. You may find yourself focused on only one of these elements or any combination of them, but the reality is that companies use social media marketing to build business. However, social me…