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Ten Tips for a Public Relations Agency Intern

It has been almost two years since I started my internship at T.J. Sacks & Associates, and over that time, I have learned many valuable lessons about what makes a great public relations intern. So, whether you are about to start an internship in PR or just considering it, here are 10 Tips for a […]

Nobody Calls Anymore: Tips for Effective Communications  

A few years ago, I had a meeting with a potential new client from China.  It went well enough that halfway through he asked me, “So how do you communicate with your clients?” To which I responded, “Telephone, text, Skype, FaceTime, Zoom or email.” He queried. “What about WhatsApp?” And right there, in my Park […]

What is Public Relations? 7 PR Definitions  

For an industry that does so much to help define its clients and their industries, it is an unfortunate turn of events that our own industry has such a vague understanding among many audiences.  When I first told my parents I had entered into the field of public relations they went about telling all of […]

9 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a PR Agency 

A successful PR campaign can help grow your business and gain awareness of your company. When considering a PR agency to hire, there are a few questions you want to ask to make sure they are a fit for you.   Have you worked on campaigns in my industry? You will get the most out of […]

6 Tips: How to Prepare for a PR Crisis

A crisis can happen at any time. And most often it happens when you are least prepared.  And when it happens there is no such thing as a small crisis.  In today’s environment things can go wrong when least expected. Your CEO is accused of financial misconduct, your employee is accused of harassment, your product has […]

Know When to Go: Exiting a PR Firm

There comes a time in every public relations staffer’s career when all of the stars line up and it’s very obviously time to start the job search—while you are currently employed. There are lots of reasons for taking that next step; these are just a few. 1. Stay for a year. Unless the job is excruciating, […]

5 PR Tips For Managing Your Online Reputation

Here’s a great “geek joke:” Where do you hide a dead body? Answer: On the third page of Google results. I always tell young employees to be careful of what they post on social networks cause it may come back to bite them in the ass.  Whether it’s partying at a frat house with beer […]

PR Tips: How to Prepare for a Media Interview

Proper preparation can help you make the most of a broadcast or print interviews. Message Points: In preparing for a media interview, the first step is to develop communications objectives- two or three key points you wish to convey to your audience. You might want to discuss the benefits of your company, or other points […]

Why Cats Need Better Public Relations

Cats are the most popular pet worldwide, outnumbering dogs three to one, yet dogs are given the label of man’s best friend.  How did this happen? I know from my own experience of being owned by several cats over the years, that they do have some characteristics that well, could use a good public relations […]