I've had several conversations with leaders at local not-for-profits lately and one theme continues to emerge: How can we...
Social Media and Not-for-Profits: The perfect marriage?
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Arik’s Social Media Blog
Arik’s social media blog has been in publication for more 12 years and recognized by industry outlets like PRWeb and PRWeek as one of today’s leading industry blogs. With 1,500+ posts, his content is frequently syndicated on popular sites like PR Daily, Social Media Today, Business Insider and Ragan.com.
PR Rock Stars: A Conversation with Greg Swan
You hear something once, you may dismiss it. You hear it twice, your ears start to perk up. You hear it three times, you...
7 ways to hone your consulting skills
Like many in the PR/communications business, I've been on both sides of the table. As the consultant, you're looked to for...
PR Rock Stars: A conversation with LeeAnn Rasachak and Sarah Ryder
My first two conversations in the "PR Rock Star" series have been with fairly seasoned PR pros--David Mullen and Lee Aase....
The PR Industry: Trusted business advisors or glorified party planners?
A few days ago, I found myself in a good discussion with my PR colleague Allan Schoenberg around the legitmacy of public...
Twin Cities PR/communications pros online
As promised, below you'll find the updated list of Twin Cities communicators online (Twitter and blogs). With your help,...
25 random things
You've probably seen the meme going around on Facebook that asks you to list out "25 random things" about yourself. I...
A meeting about nothing–how to cut through the mindless minutiae
We've all been there. Head into work. Got a full day planned. You're going to strategize. Brainstorm new ideas that will...
Resource: #healthcomm chat participants
Quick resource for those who'd like to join the #healthcomm chat Sundays from 8-9 p.m. CST. Below is a list of participants...
Twitter 101 for PR pros
In chatting with a few colleagues over coffee and at recent PRSA events, I've heard a common theme emerge: a distinct need...