For a PR girl like me, numbers can be a little intimidating. In my line of work, I find myself immersed in writing and creative thinking much more than I do math problems. For that, I am grateful. When it comes to measuring the success of communications strategies,…
In this digital world we live in, it’s never been easier to spread your organization’s message far and wide. However, as you’re working to get your key messages out on your organization’s official platforms, it can be easy to forget to utilize the most useful advocates for your…
Today, social media is a crucial part of every PR professional’s toolbelt. In fact, Socialbakers reported that “global social media ad spend skyrocketed during the last quarter of 2020, despite the continuing economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.” While most of us have at least some personal experience…
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…
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…
In the category of cringeworthy Christmas songs, there are a few tracks that top my list. “Christmas Shoes” is a clear winner, but in a close second is Amy Grant’s “Grown Up Christmas List.” I grew up in a household that wore out Amy Grant cassettes in December.…