What Is The Difference Between Marketing and Public Relations

Many people often wonder what the difference is between marketing and public relations.  The two seem so intertwined in people’s minds that very often people consider them to be the same.  Nothing could be further from the truth.  Public relations and marketing while essential to success are totally different. So how should both be defined? ..

Crisis Communications Done Right: Rick Scott and Hurricane Irma

So often in crisis management we observe what individuals and brands do wrong and that receives most of the coverage.  Very seldom do we talk about things being done right.  So, this article is about doing crisis management the right way.  Florida Governor Rick Scott’s crisis management deserves praise and is something brands should study. ..

The Benefits of Public Relations

Whether you are a corporate leader, author, entertainer, athlete, or seeking to influence public policy, you know that you need public relations.  Yet despite this, many people are uncertain of what the benefits of public relations are. First you have to understand what public relations is.  A basic definition of what public relations does for ..

Do You Need A Public Relations Agency?

A very common question asked when considering public relations is, do I need a public relations agency?  The answer is yes, you do need a public relations agency for a variety of reasons (and not just because we are a public relations agency). Why you ask do you need a public relations agency?  Let us ..

How To Maximize A Trade Show For Media Coverage

Trade shows provide an excellent opportunity to reach decision makers and buyers regardless of if your targets are businesses or consumers.  Recent studies show that most buyers and decision makers reach a decision on a product or service based upon the trade show exhibit they viewed.  For many companies, especially smaller ones, a major industry ..

Attracting Attention For Your New Product or Service

Businesses seek to attract attention to their newest brand, product or service. With about a quarter of a million new product and service launches globally each year, and countless established brands seeking coverage, it’s not always easy for a new company get the publicity it seeks. But, it’s possible to break through the clutter

Navigating Brand Messages In Today’s Polarized Society

Today’s politics and society are more polarized than ever before.  This is constantly brought home via social media and the news.  Brands traditionally shy away from making statements and taking stands on political issues but in today’s culture consumers and employees no longer accept that nor expect that from a brand.  They are looking for ..