Social Media Santa: Using Twitter to Spread Hope for the Holidays

Everyone knows by now that using social media for your brand, when done the right way, can have a huge influence on the number of people you reach. With millions logging into their Twitter and Facebook accounts daily, it’s no surprise that turning to social media to get a message out to the world is [...]

Networking for Newbies

This week I attended a networking event with the American Marketing Association. The event was held in Chicago, and over 100 marketers and industry professionals showed up to mix and mingle with one another. The event was a huge success, and I took away a lot of great tips and advice from people there. Although [...]

It’s Make a Referral Week: Have You Recommended a Business Yet?

What’s your best lead source? If it’s like most – it’s referrals. To better facilitate that process John Jantsch of DuctTapeMarketing has deemed this week “Make a Referral Week”. The goal is simple: drive 1000 referred leads to 1000 deserving small businesses. Here’s how to help.

Tips for Improving Your Pitch to Local TV Stations

Local television stations are a great target for a lot of public relations pitches. However, breaking into these newscasts can sometime be a daunting task. Here are some tips for helping you craft better pitches that will get noticed.

Will 82nd Annual Academy Awards Drive More Viewers?

Declining viewership of the Oscars over the past few years — with only a slight uptick in ratings in 2009 — has led the Academy Awards to change it up this year. Some alterations implemented by the show’s producers, as well as controversial news surrounding some of the nominees, have led to increased exposure in [...]

Nominate an Outstanding Technology Student Today: 50 For the Future

50 For the Future is looking for the next 50. Nominate an outstanding technology student in Illinois to be named one of the 50 and receive this prestigious award from the Illinois Technology Association. To nominate a student, visit www.50forthefuture.org.

The Importance of Social Media for SEO

Social media plays an important part in your search engine optimization strategy. How you approach your marketing and the power of your brand might influence your social media strategy for search engine ranking. John Fairley discussed this very topic with a group of professionals at a SCORE Chicago event.

Social Media for Business

Three experts involved with social media efforts for their respective companies relayed their thoughts at a January 2010 Chicago PR and Marketing Lunch and Learn. Here’s a recap of how social media can be used for business.

Tragedy in Haiti Draws on the Power of Mobile

Take a look at your company, no matter how big or how small. Think about what you can do with the power of text. Unfortunately it took a tragedy to show us the real power of this channel, but it’s a good time to introspectively look at your own marketing and consider where you can pick up your mobile game.

Making Trade Show PR a Success

Tip for successful public relations activities surrounding trade shows