Hosting a Twitter Party
One social tactic that’s become an integral part of campaigns is hosting a Twitter party. Whether it’s the launch of a new product or a partnership with a spokesperson, Twitter parties are a great way...
View ArticleTop 5 Tips for Soon-To-Be Grads
A colleague of mine recently asked me what are my top 5 tips for students graduating college. If you frequently read the blog, you know that we have many articles that offer advice for soon-to-be...
View ArticleHow to Pitch Broadcast
Yesterday during a meeting with my manager, he randomly asked me what are some of my favorite parts of PR. While media relations is always top of mind, pitching broadcast randomly blurted out of my...
View ArticleHow to Pitch Magazine Editors
Last week, I wrote about how to pitch broadcast assignment editors and reporters and while I truly enjoy pitching broadcast, I also love pitching magazine editors. There’s something about sending a...
View ArticleOffice Chic from Vanilla Extract
Designing my own office has always been a dream of mine. There’s just something about being outside of a cube that seems so appealing. Our dear friend Nichole at Vanilla Extract and co-founder of Blinc...
View ArticleTop 5 Necessary Traits of a PR Girl
Someone recently asked what are some of the top traits of a PR professional. There are so many that come to mind, but a few standout as more important than others. Below are some necessary traits every...
View ArticleHow to Pitch Online Magazine Editors
In our “how to pitch” series that already includes broadcast and magazine editors, the next fraction of media outlets you need to know how to pitch is online magazine editors. Online magazines,...
View ArticlePRofile: @NBTalent
Today we’re profiling one of my best friends and an entrepreneur that has always inspired me. Nicole is the Founder and President of NB Talent Services, a talent management and public relations firm...
View ArticleHow to Pitch Blogs
Continuing our “how to pitch” series, we already took a look at broadcast, magazines and online magazine editors. Next is one that M and I can easily relate to – how to pitch bloggers. Bloggers have...
View ArticlePR Twitter Tips: April 2013
It’s already May! Below are our favorite #PR101 Twitter Tips from the month of April. Thanks to all the contributed. @PeaRlBellaPR: RACE: Research, Action, Communication, Evaluation. @MAVERICK_PR: Take...
View ArticleHow to Pitch Newspapers
For those following our “how to pitch” series, we’ve taken a look at broadcast, magazines, online magazines and blogs. Next we’re going to dive into how to pitch newspapers. Ever so often you develop a...
View ArticleWhat You Need to Know Before Interning
Summer is right around the corner and PR Girls are getting ready to hit the ground running in their internships. Though our industry’s history is just as important, your internship will serve up just...
View ArticleWhen You’re Just Not Feelin It
There must be something in the water. In the past few weeks I have had several PR friends come to me saying they’re thinking about switching careers. Switching out of PR? What?! It comes as shock since...
View ArticleFrom the Inbox: Responding to Reporters
Hi A + M, I recently set up an interview with one of our clients for the editor of a local paper. The editor said that he would be available, “Friday…morning is preferred…say 10 a.m.?” I checked with...
View ArticleTaking A Leap of Faith
This past week has been a complete emotional roller coaster for me. Early this week I decided that after over three years of working at my current PR agency, I am going to take a new position at a...
View ArticleGiving Two Weeks Notice
Last week I announced that I will be taking a new position after working with my current agency for over three years. Giving my two weeks notice was a first for me and I have to say it was the most...
View ArticleToo Late to Find a Summer Internship?
Many of you are wondering – is it too late to find a summer internship? The answer is no. Technically, summer doesn’t start until June 21. While it might be too late to conduct an internship for school...
View ArticleMemorial Day Weekend Prep
This week is probably one of the hardest to focus at work. With Memorial Day right around the corner, the entire city is itching for a nice long weekend. Even though the weather is supposed to be...
View ArticlePRofile: @KravetzPR
This month, we’re excited to PRofile the ladies of Kravetz PR, a bi-coastal PR firm run by sisters Elissa and Jessica. Learn more about how they got started in the industry and why they decided to open...
View ArticleClosing a Chapter
A few weeks ago, I wrote a post about taking a leap of faith and deciding to leave my agency of 3+ years for a new firm only a few blocks away. Wednesday was my last day of work and it was extremely...
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