In the world of public relations agencies, presentations take on many forms – providing updates on recurring client calls, sharing research findings and recommendations, and presenting new business proposals to name a few. This can be a daunting task for those of us who aren’t natural public speakers, but it’s an essential skillset you can …
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Public relations and communications professionals have many skills in our toolboxes that we develop and refine over our careers. One of the most important—and one of the least discussed—is the power of empathy. It could be called a skill sharpener because it can make every other tool we deploy more effective. Seeing the world from …
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One of the pleasures of working for a small public relations agency is the teamwork that is possible or, in my view, required, to do top-notch work for our clients. The Reis Group has small teams dedicated to each of our clients, but we readily reach outside assigned teams to tap the strengths and expertise …
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COVID-19 is overtaking news coverage and overturning every aspect of healthcare public relations. This unique environment presents new challenges, as well as new opportunities. As the account manager for two healthcare clients directly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, I have learned first-hand that navigating clients through this atmosphere requires taking risks, being flexible, and savoring …
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Does your organization have a plan in place to respond to a crisis situation like a negative media article, a major reorganization, or a controversial legal matter? According to a recent PR News article, PR pros anticipate a rise in crisis communications as we enter the new decade and it’s important that your organization not …
Continue reading … “Are You Prepared in Case of an Emergency?”