Even though they’re over 25 years old, PDFs are still one of the main types of documents on the internet. Whether you’re trying to access your W-2, a contract, or an ebook, it’ll probably be a PDF. But to view these important documents, you need to download a PDF reader on your computer. There are…
How to Write an Effective Communications Plan [+ Template]
Remember the “Tide Pod Challenge?” That horrendous time at the beginning of 2018 when adolescents filmed themselves ingesting laundry detergent? While it was a funny (albeit dangerous) start to the new year, this small boost of infamy was a PR mess for the detergent brand in question, Tide, whose crisis communication team had to figure…
Should You Pay a PR Firm? [+PR Tactics You Can Manage In-House]
It’s a question almost every fast-growing company runs into: should we hire a PR firm or build an in-house team? And if you wrestle with this question long enough, it quickly spirals into an endless back-and-forth (“on the other hand…“). The truth is, depending on your specific goals, resources, and budget, one path may make…
What is Public Relations? The Definition of PR in 100 Words or Less
Image is an important aspect of brand awareness, which influences whether your potential customers know, like, and trust you. Where publicity is outside a brand’s control, public relations (PR) is an effective way to contribute to the conversation. There’s an old saying: “Advertising is what you pay for; publicity is what you pray for.” Public…