If you are tired of your business puttering along the same as it has for months on end, and want a way to boost it into the limelight, then now is the time to learn how a PR professional can catapult your business. Read More
If you are tired of your business puttering along the same as it has for months on end, and want a way to boost it into the limelight, then now is the time to learn how a PR professional can catapult your business. Read More
In years prior to the massive use social media, it was rare that one needed to explain how PR and marketing differed. However, while today’s world can sometimes make the lines blur a bit, there are still distinct differences between the two. At their most basic, PR is distinguished as being responsible for maintaining the overall public image for the company while marketing’s job is to promote a specific set of products or services. But there are more differences than just these.
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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 t…
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 predators in the world. All the promotion leading up to the race was that Phelps — the most decorated Olympian of all time, with a total of 28 medals — would race side by side with a great white shark.
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Something exciting is happening at your company and you want everyone to know about it. Sure, you can post it on social media, but that may not reach everyone in your industry. There’s an alternative that has a far-reaching scope – a well-written press release.
While the press release may be seem old school to some, it’s still an important PR tool. The press release (also known as a press statement, news release, or media release) is an opportunity to connect to the audiences you care about, …
There are some companies out there who believe that PR is little more than free advertising. However, these companies are wrong, as PR is neither advertising nor free. In fact, it can involve a great deal of work and time, and if done correctly, will involve a monetary investment as well. Likewise, some companies will confuse marketing and public relations. These entities, though similar are not the same, but they do often work together for a more effective and beneficial result.
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I recently shared my expertise in branding and public relations in two published articles.
In Flow, a publication for the printing industry, published by Ricoh, I spoke on how companies should use their employees as brand ambassadors in Graham Garrison’s article, “Playing Big – How Small Companies Can Have a Big Presence in their Market.”
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At a recent business meeting, a wealth management business owner said he wanted to attract more qualified investors as clients. He mentioned that he had a unique approach to investing and shared copies of a book he co-authored. When I saw the book, the first thing I thought was what a great PR tool!…
Today’s media outlet options are constantly changing, and as a business owner, you may often find yourself wondering what venues and platforms are best. Perhaps you have been told that everything is going social, or maybe you have held true to traditional media. Regardless of your approach, it…
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 a…