COVID-19 taught us many public relations lessons – the importance of well-established internal communication channels, the need for a crisis management plan and the importance of having a PR team by your side. But it’s also taught to capture our own audiovisual content, and a lot of it,…
Poor LinkedIn. It’s just for when you need a job, right? No? Oh, well maybe some people use it like "Facebook for business professionals." You know, you're on Facebook at home but on LinkedIn at the office. Wrong again? I felt sorry for LinkedIn for a while. It…
What’s the latest trend in social media content creation? While it may not be a new concept, more brands are starting to incorporate streaming content into their platforms. Over the last year, we’ve seen a huge increase in brands utilizing new social platforms and features like Instagram’s IGTV,…
With the explosive popularity of TikTok in the past couple of years, particularly among Gen Zers and millennials, it is no surprise that Instagram jumped on the short-video content bandwagon. While many content creators have used TikTok for comedy, music, political activism and simply fun, many brands like…
Whether you’re an experienced chef, a novice cook or not allowed in the kitchen for fear of burning it down, one of the most important tips I’ve received about cooking is that it’s all about the spice. Spices and seasonings can completely transform your dish and kick your…
If you manage a company or brand’s social media account, striking the balance between professionalism and sincerity can be difficult. When in doubt, some folks ask themselves W.W.A.P.A.D. – what would a personal account do? But they’re not fooling anyone by acting as if a corporate account is…
I’m not on Hello Fresh’s payroll. I’ve never offered unsolicited advice on banal products like razors or electric toothbrushes. You won’t catch me posting fashion “dupes” on Instagram or attending trendy brunches with bottomless mimosas. For these reasons, you likely wouldn’t classify me as a blogger. Yet here…
When it comes to revving up public relations efforts prioritization is key. It’s not only about chronologically organizing your tactical execution, but also getting your ducks in a row so messages hit the right people at the right time. Some clients feel the need to immediately make every…
Cancel culture – what is it? With the rise of social media and the power it has on a brand’s reputation, the idea of cancel culture has entered our mainstream vocabulary. It’s the social “cancellation” of any brand, product, figurehead or company you disagree with or who has…
The internet is packed with review sites. On platforms like Yelp!, Facebook, TripAdvisor and Google, consumers can easily share their experiences – the good and the bad and everything in between. Maintaining your reputation through consumer reviews is an essential part of PR. But, so are employee reviews.…