A timely topic these days involving children is bullying. Stories of bullying leading to tragic circumstances seem to be appearing on a regular basis across the country. This is an important issue and many experts, from many different points of view, could address it. A recent email pitching bullying experts to the media missed the […]
These Tweets are common from the media: “Tonight on [station name].” That line is followed by a tease to get you to watch or listen to an upcoming newscast. The Tweet ends with “Plus video you have to see!” If a Tweet successfully persuades you to watch a newscast or visit a website, that might
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On Friday, Keith was on a Business Wire panel talking with PR pros about social media. Time was spent talking about building relationships with members of the media through Facebook and Twitter. Then someone asked if reporters are still open to getting to know communicators face to face. Coffee at Starbucks, anyone? Most media probably
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I’m posting a blog the other day. That’s tricky business when a good night’s sleep is only a dream. When you’re tired, catching typos and extra spaces is not a sure thing. While posting, my three year old is on repeat mode, saying over and over she wants help building a tower with blocks. My
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I try to read all the blogs I subscribe to even if I fall hopelessly behind. I worry if I skip one or skim another too quickly, I might miss a tidbit of information that could prove significant to success. But in my effort to leave no word unread, I’ve noticed a trend. Some bloggers
“The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” Some people don’t want to dive into social media such as Facebook, a blog or Twitter. It’s the fear, the fear of coming face to face with people bashing your business. Here’s the thing. People are talking about you whether you listen or not. “What
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