GIFs aren't a new thing on the internet. In fact, they've almost been around as long as the internet itself. But, when it...
26 fantastically awesome GIFs to use when responding to Facebook comments
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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.
17 more Minnesota-based Instagram influencers to watch
A few weeks ago, I shared a post featuring 10 local Minneapolis influencers I'd be connecting with if I were a...
PR Rock Stars: Metre’s Zachary Spanton
As many of you know, I'm a Winona State University grad. And while I have certain loyalties to the U of M, and my Kansas...
Prediction: 50% of media relations positions will be eliminated in 10 years
Now THAT'S a headline, right? Sure, it might seem a little bombastic. But, it's actually rooted in a number of facts. And...
Why execution eats strategy for breakfast
For years, I've listened to experts and thought leaders tell me PR and digital marketing is all about strategy. And yes,...
OMG, can we please make the “how to” posts stop now?!?!
If you're reading this blog, chances are you work in the PR or digital marketing industries. And, if you work in those...
Boy Scouts missed the boat with response to President Trump’s Jamboree speech
A few years ago, I attempted to get my then 9-year-old son into Scouting. After all, he had shown great interest in the...
Where are they now? 7 former colleagues that went on to do amazing things
If you've met me before, or are a frequent reader of this blog, you probably know I'm a big fan of the networking thing....
PR Rock Stars: Patterson Dental’s Sarah Matsumoto
I've "known" Sarah Matsumoto for a long time now. But, for many of those years, that relationship was mostly based on...
The app that few marketers are talking about (but probably should be)
My daughter is nine (soon to be 10). And, apparently, age 9 is now the socially acceptable time to ask for (and in many...