As we’ve advised in a previous post, every good public relations person should know how to handle an analyst meeting, particularly if they specialize in B2B or tech PR. For nearly any vertical, it’s important to understand how analysts can be an asset to a PR program. PR is, after all, about reaching individual audiences,…
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If part of your public relations strategy is to tell better stories and you haven’t incorporated Snapchat, here are good reasons to consider it. First of all, as most PRs know, Snapchat has outgrown its rep as a niche photo-messaging service. It’s an established social media entity valued at over $16 billion and with over 100 million…
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The best public relations campaigns use a combination of strategies and tactics to help build brands and support business success. Campaigns also win when client-agency partnerships are strong and the players are fully engaged. However, in PR, there are also many myths (alternative facts?) which we like to explore from time to time to help companies better…
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Determining that a public relations firm has the right chops for the job is just the first step in a quest to find the right PR partner. It’s not enough for an agency to look good “on paper.” The two companies need to delve into each other’s assets and attitudes to see if the fit…
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When a public relations firm signs a new account, or an internal PR team is granted budget approval, excitement is in the air. Take a little time to celebrate, then let the real work begin. And that work starts with a well-written plan. To craft a killer PR plan, here are some steps to consider before you…
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Anyone in B2B or B2C tech public relations knows that crowdfunding is an exciting part of the startup community and a key source of grassroots support for many pre-revenue business ventures. Since the Pebble Watch was launched in 2012 and became Kickstarter’s breakout  success, the crowdfunding dream has captured the imagination of many cash-strapped entrepreneurs….
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When someone is unexpectedly thrust into the spotlight, public relations strategists often watch to keep score. We’re interested to see who’s getting the worst of a PR backlash, or who comes out looking great. A case in point is that of Bob Ferguson, the Washington State Attorney General who successfully filed a state lawsuit challenging…
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Recently, 500 public relations, social media, and marketing experts were asked by Meltwater, the media intelligence and monitoring company, to weigh in on how they prioritize their responsibilities, time, and budget as the industry shifts to digital and social content creation. Some of the findings were expected; respondents mentioned the blending of marketing and PR responsibilities, as…
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There’s nothing like the thrill of starting a public relations partnership with a new client. All parties are on best behavior, getting to know one another and establishing the rhythm of a working relationship. But, then like a sinking ship, signs start appearing that make you ask if the “marriage” is on the rocks. Many…
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Recently an editor acquaintance of mine told a public relations seminar that she didn’t care how PR pros pitched her as long as they didn’t waste her time. OK, seems simple enough. Yet getting your approach just right can still be daunting, so we thought it a good time to revisit the rules for successful story…
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