Prior to jumping to the PR side of the fence from the newspaper wall, I was a reporter and editor at New York City dailies and wire services. As a reporter and editor, I always took into account the news value, the feature story possibilities or the uniqueness of a...
There are certainly broad issues that business leaders, IT, communicators and other managers are facing with deploying AI at a grand scale—security, data accuracy, ethics and responsible use, for starters—but when it comes to day-to-day use, there’s no greater...
To effectively communicate with your target audience, maintain a good brand reputation, and improve awareness, you need to have ongoing relationships with traditional media outlets, journalists, and influencers as part of your media relations strategy. However,...
Public relations and marketing are two sides of the same coin. Both build and safeguard a brand’s reputation. Both recognize the importance of nurturing stakeholder, customer, and media relationships to further their brand’s narrative and build credibility. And both...
Earlier this month, Meta released its new platform “Threads, an Instagram app,” saying the Twitter (X) challenger “is where communities come together to discuss everything from the topics you care about today to what’ll be trending tomorrow.” The app has already...
Distributing press releases to journalists, reporters, and other influencers is a great way to build awareness of your business. After all, if you’ve got a great story or news to share about a brand, you want it to get as much coverage as possible. That’s exposure for...
A recent report showed us that this year’s back-to-school shoppers were (under certain conditions) remaining loyal to the brands they purchased from in past years, and new research from retail solutions firm Sensormatic Solutions reveals another old-school shopping...
The digital world is distracting, and only great products won’t cut it. You need something tangible to make your venture newsworthy. People connect with brands that recognize their emotions and show empathy. So an emotional appeal in your media pitch is fundamental...
In today's highly competitive business landscape, a company's reputation can significantly impact its success. While businesses focus on various aspects to build a positive image, one critical factor that often goes overlooked is the role of suppliers. The suppliers a...
On more than one occasion—including the notorious about-face of AI pioneer and former Google CEO Geoffrey Hinton—the potential danger of artificial intelligence in the hands of unscrupulous marketers has been red-flagged, even from within the industry. And that...
Living in a digital world, we have to embrace technology and watch for advancements to catch up with innovation. This is true both for our personal lives and for business. Technology keeps revolutionizing the business landscape, permeating all industries, including PR...
In business, cultivating strong relationships with corporate clients is essential for long-term success. A key aspect of building and maintaining these relationships is the art of corporate gifting. When done thoughtfully and strategically, gifting can be a powerful...