It’s an account director’s worst nightmare. The client calls and tells him that she’d like to re-pitch the account. She’s happy with performance, you’ve exceeded your agreed objectives, but the client wants to ‘see what’s…
Sorry to drop off the radar. Afraid a combination of client work, industry events, and moving house rather soaked up every spare moment. The campaigns and event calendar continue, but I’m finally moved in to…
It’s a common PR conundrum – should you issue news on the day after a public holiday or push to wait another week? Reporters are on vacation on the Monday and may turn the weekend…
An Account Coordinator is the entry-level position within a PR agency. This role is for graduates new to PR. It’s where you learn the fundamentals of the profession and start to build your career. Here’s…
Rumors have been flying round this afternoon about Edelman buying respected independent Valley firm, A&R Partners. PRWEEK confirms the story here [sub required] although there’s still nothing on either firm’s sites. I have enormous respect…
There are many advantages to teleworking such as reduced commuting time, fewer distractions, a comfortable work environment and low accommodation costs. Since you don’t need specialized equipment for PR (basically a phone and a PC…
The way you dress affects your performance. Or does it? This week’s poll was a close one with 54% stating that dress code is a factor in the way you behave and are perceived, and…
Few things for your calendar for Valley PR types: Stirr – Wednesday May 10 (tonight) – 6pm onwards in Palo Alto – Sean Ness and gang’s mixer for entrepreneurs featuring one-minute presentations. JumpCut’s video-editing demo…
Agencies have different approaches to dress code. Some are suited-and-booted all the time. Others prefer business casual in the office, but require suits for client meetings. And some have a dress-down policy all the time,…
Staff churn at an agency has a bad reputation. Prospects often ask about a firm’s churn rate when making their selection. Rightly so, since they don’t want to re-educate their team – consistency is important….