Promoting a brand via social media has become harder as platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.) continue to grow and as more companies hop on the bandwagon. Through social media management, public relations professionals are always looking for ways to keep our clients’ platforms relevant and consistent. This helps them grow their brand awareness …
A crisis occurs. It’s unanticipated and unpredictable, and you must act fast and stay ahead of the narrative. PR firms have the skills to help with crisis communications, especially during times like these. During the COVID-19 pandemic, crafting the right message for your community isn’t top of mind, but it is vital. No one …
Regardless of whether your business is just getting off the ground or has been around for years, it’s always important to be active and recognized within your community. Our team of experts at The PR Boutique can help you navigate the many community outreach opportunities available in your city and keep your name in …
Instagram Likes: Will they be missed?
On November 14th, 2019, Instagram announced its plans to hide likes globally. Testing this new feature out in several countries, the reviews have been mixed. Adam Mosseri, CEO of Instagram, said this change aims to “creat a less pressurized environment where people feel comfortable expressing themselves.”
Influencers on the app …
Social media impressions and social media reach are two phrases that are often thrown around when it comes to social media metrics. Learning the difference between the two and knowing when to measure which will help set your content apart.
Social media metrics: The difference between reach and impressions
Reach means the number of people who …
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What is social media engagement?
Engaging means putting the social in social media. It is liking and commenting on other accounts’ posts as well as retweeting and following new accounts on social mediaplatforms including but not limited to Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Pinterest. Engagement can also mean how much other accounts interact with yours. The …
Many companies and individuals reach a point in their career when they are ready to pull the trigger and hire a publicist. How does one know when it is the right time? The following three exercises can help you determine if you are ready to hire a publicist.
You Have News To Report: Ask yourself …
Finding Inspiration and Direction: FROM A PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERN
At the beginning of my journey into the unfamiliar terrain of post-grad life, I felt uncertain because I wanted a career in public relations and writing. Like a traveler driving for miles without a rest stop in sight, I was beginning to feel tired and anxious …
There are many benefits of hiring a PR firm. Whether you are a new company, brand or looking to generate buzz, a solid public relations campaign makes your business or event newsworthy. News coverage is something that advertising dollars cannot buy, and it reaches people in a way that is informative instead of intrusive. …
A PR Professional’s Guide to Attracting Media Attention
One of the most challenging aspects of getting the media’s attention as a PR professional is developing a pitch for your client that is compelling enough to attract the attention of the Houston and Texas media. It’s easy to copy and paste a previous pitch and tweak …
