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Ryan Paugh Hey everybody, I will be doing a Live Video Chat this Sunday, 5PM EST, at SXSW 2010 along with my friend, and fellow Brazen member, Benn Smithee. We'll be talking about all of the new and ...MoreHey everybody, I will be doing a Live Video Chat this Sunday, 5PM EST, at SXSW 2010 along with my friend, and fellow Brazen member, Benn Smithee. We'll be talking about all of the new and innovative ideas being shared by industry leaders at SXSW. We'll also be bringing on some special guests to talk about what they found to be interesting at this year's event. Click here to register: http://bit.ly/9xkYMZ

1 week ago from 2010 SXSW Interactive Networking, Social Media Marketers, PR & New Media, Wordpress Bloggers and Brazen Careerists on Twitter 3 more

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Amani Roberts: So do you have a video of this Video Chat you can share with us newcomers?
4 days ago

Regina Twine: They had technical issues and were unable to do that chat. Sorry!
4 days ago

Zack Zaban Any students caught up in group projects for their classes? Right now I'm working with a team of 5 other students in one course to create a campaign strategy and analyzing the business model of a ...MoreAny students caught up in group projects for their classes? Right now I'm working with a team of 5 other students in one course to create a campaign strategy and analyzing the business model of a Subway location for another.

Has anyone used social media/tech innovation to make communicating easier? A lot of my groups email and use Doodle (http://doodle.com) to coordinate. Also, some people use Facebook, although I am not a huge fan of coordinating study sessions through FB.

1 week ago from Brazen Undergrads, PR & New Media and Advertising Professionals 1 more

Z. Kelly Queijo: Hi, Zack, I just finished a project with a marketing class where they reviewed my web site as a class project. We used Ning to collaborate. It was ...MoreHi, Zack, I just finished a project with a marketing class where they reviewed my web site as a class project. We used Ning to collaborate. It was free and allowed us to chat online (we scheduled chats), use the forum to post comments and respond to comments, the blog to post longer communication, and I recieved email notifications when comments were posted to the forum. It took about 10 minutes to set up the Ning accoung and get started. It was a great experience. Good luck with your project!
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Christina: Zack- I am a college student my self and constantly work with others to complete assigned tasks (both in the work force and school) I have used ...MoreZack- I am a college student my self and constantly work with others to complete assigned tasks (both in the work force and school) I have used facebook quite often to form study sessions and to work out group assignments. I think it makes the communication much easier, you get everything out to everyone in one click! gotta love it! I haven't seen doodle yet but will have to check it out. I know some universities are actually using sites such as twitter in the class room to foster more discussion in the class.
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Sophia Cromwell I'm pretty "old school" with this stuff... if you can't meet face to face, you might try conf calls or the (free) scheduling tools at this site: MoreI'm pretty "old school" with this stuff... if you can't meet face to face, you might try conf calls or the (free) scheduling tools at this site: http://www.freeconference.com/

I've had the same conf call # for 2 years - no fees, we decide when to talk via email and then call in to the central number to discuss the group projects.

Good Luck!

1 week ago from PR & New Media

Carmille: Sweet resource! Thanks for suggesting. Been using Skype or colleague's company line, but this is worth a try.
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TOP IDEA: Daniel Sunshine I'm starting a new media innovation and trends group and would like to invite Brazen members to get in touch if you are interested in playing a roll. The group will identify top online and tech ...MoreI'm starting a new media innovation and trends group and would like to invite Brazen members to get in touch if you are interested in playing a roll. The group will identify top online and tech trends and will collaborate to create blog posts on the subjects. This is a great way to focus on topics that interest you and feature your insights to a broader audience. I used to head National Geographic's Gen Y Trends Group and love analyzing the impact of innovation. Post a comment if interested.

1 week ago from New Media Marketing, Blogging Ideas, Green Social Media, PR & New Media and Social Media Marketers 3 more

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Sara Cope: Awesome!
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Daniel Sunshine: I've started the group Innovation and Trends. The first step is for us all to join that group. Once there, share some ideas about what you would ...MoreI've started the group Innovation and Trends. The first step is for us all to join that group. Once there, share some ideas about what you would be passionate about creating a trend report on (blog post or presentation or both). I'll have a few ideas and next steps waiting.
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Sarah "By the end of 2010, Generation Y will outnumber the Baby Boomers in the workforce. If you're not already on the social media bandwagon, it's time to jump on and really understand how to fold ...More"By the end of 2010, Generation Y will outnumber the Baby Boomers in the workforce. If you're not already on the social media bandwagon, it's time to jump on and really understand how to fold social media into the public relations mix." - Gini Dietrich, CEO of Arment Dietrich agency. http://bit.ly/9kcwrD

1 week ago from PR & New Media and Search Engine Optimization

Erin Klema Looking for a PR, communications or journalism job in the Washington, DC area! Recent journalism grad with experience in print media. Open to internships. Any suggestions?

1 week ago from PR & New Media

Tracey Linkous: You might consider joining (or attending events hosting by) the National Capital Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA).
MoreYou might consider joining (or attending events hosting by) the National Capital Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA).

Tracey Linkous
Charlottesville, VA
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Tracey Linkous: Two more ideas for you, Erin:

1) Jacques Gautreaux is the editor of the PR Jobmart e-newsletter. Contact him at MoreTwo more ideas for you, Erin:

1) Jacques Gautreaux is the editor of the PR Jobmart e-newsletter. Contact him at jacquesg@bulldogreporter.com to receive this newsletter.

2) The Potomac Tech Wire e-publication nearly always has PR job openings listed for the DC area.

Best!

Tracey Linkous
1 week ago

Ryan Paugh Hey guys. I wanted to let you know that Penelope Trunk is hosting a Live Video Chat tomorrow at 1PM EST. The topic is: 5 Essential Career Tools for Journalists. Click on this link to register: ...MoreHey guys. I wanted to let you know that Penelope Trunk is hosting a Live Video Chat tomorrow at 1PM EST. The topic is: 5 Essential Career Tools for Journalists. Click on this link to register: http://bit.ly/asjIkG

Feel free to share this info w/ people in the field. As a fellow Journalism graduate I know how difficult our job market can be.

2 weeks ago from The Future of Journalism, Journalism and Journalists and PR & New Media 1 more

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Carmille: Thanks for the heads up on the webinar, Ryan. Penelope provided lots of knowledge and insight (what's new?), and I learned a lot.
2 weeks ago

JenG: Really wish I could have made the webinar. But still working a day job at the moment, so not possible. I, too, would like to see these recorded.
2 weeks ago

Sarah I’m looking for a couple authoritative blog posts or other resources to share with a client about why we need to go with an online press release service for an upcoming product launch. Besides my ...MoreI’m looking for a couple authoritative blog posts or other resources to share with a client about why we need to go with an online press release service for an upcoming product launch. Besides my asserting, an external resource (preferably with data!) is needed for this tough cookie. Does anyone have a recommendation please and thanks?

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paulmacp: Have you looked on PRweb.com website or contacted their sales department for literature (white papers, blog posts and the stats you mention) that ...MoreHave you looked on PRweb.com website or contacted their sales department for literature (white papers, blog posts and the stats you mention) that would help sell their service to your client? I would also Google (just blogs) for why's and how's to digital releases (cross referencing PRweb or one of their competators). The generic Google search picks up a lot of noise.
2 weeks ago

Stephen Debruyn: I would recommend Lee Odden from TopRank Marketing (MoreI would recommend Lee Odden from TopRank Marketing (www.toprankmarketing.com). They are SEO specialists in the PR arena. I am sure Lee can refer you to some great material to convince your client... If you get in touch with him, give him my regards...
2 weeks ago

Erin Lariviere We just welcomed our new PR Rock Star (yes, that's her official title) at Tungle.me and as we dove into the Tungle.me kool-aid, it got me thinking about how other web companies are doing ...MoreWe just welcomed our new PR Rock Star (yes, that's her official title) at Tungle.me and as we dove into the Tungle.me kool-aid, it got me thinking about how other web companies are doing things.

Do you keep your traditional PR and new media PR separate, or do you consider them one and the same?

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Erin Lariviere: Thanks for sharing, Paul! I'm curious - with such a large outward facing team, how do you keep brand messaging consistent?
2 weeks ago

paulmacp: We have a director who directs (old school dictatorship)... it is not a democracy; it is her message and her message alone. She keeps the team ...MoreWe have a director who directs (old school dictatorship)... it is not a democracy; it is her message and her message alone. She keeps the team focused and on target to her vision. There is the web development team (main web property) that also reports under her umbrella as well. She has 8 managers and about 60 in-direct reports. She understands very little of any of this 'web mumbo jumbo' as she puts it. She has subordinate managers for that. But when something does not feel right to her, it does not happen.

She understands our audience, and where we want to create demand for our product. She dictates that message. How it is done tactically medium to medium is controlled by a subordinate manager who understands that medium (technology). Be it old school print, TV, direct marketing or ‘new media’, twitter, Facebook, blogs... she has a manager for that.

2 weeks ago

Drew Slater New blog post!! MySpin: 4 tips for any public relations professional http://bit.ly/4UdwOz

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Melissa Breau: I'll definitely check it out!
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Alison Rayner: I always think it's amazing that being polite is something that has to be recommended, yet I meet people everday who have forgotten how important ...MoreI always think it's amazing that being polite is something that has to be recommended, yet I meet people everday who have forgotten how important it is to do exactly that!
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Sajid Akhtar Hi all, not sure if this is appropriate for this network, but I was hoping someone could let me know of a good place to learn about SEO, particularly natural/organic approach. Some books or blogs ...MoreHi all, not sure if this is appropriate for this network, but I was hoping someone could let me know of a good place to learn about SEO, particularly natural/organic approach. Some books or blogs that anyone could recommend would be great.
thanks,
Saj

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Sam Diener: I am going to go ahead and self promote an article ---- MoreI am going to go ahead and self promote an article ---- http://www.communitymarketing.typepad.com/my_weblog/2009/12/6-things-seo...
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Justin Goldberg: Dan Thies has a great ebook that he is giving away free on his site. It's a complete guide to the diy small business seo. MoreDan Thies has a great ebook that he is giving away free on his site. It's a complete guide to the diy small business seo. http://www.seofaststart.com/download

I assume that's what you're looking for, right?
3 weeks ago

Stephanie Mater Yes, this is a recent update. I'm not sure if the new Stylebook is out in stores, but you can buy an online subscription to get updates all year.

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Stephanie Mater Have you seen that the AP Stylebook has been updated? It's a good idea to review the changes to keep your writing excellent. MoreHave you seen that the AP Stylebook has been updated? It's a good idea to review the changes to keep your writing excellent. http://www.prsa.org/Intelligence/Tactics/Articles/view/8510/1007/Inside_...

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Neeraj Bhushan: I've always been fascinated about AP style book. Thanks for the info.
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Zack Zaban: Is this a recent update? I purchased the newest edition a few months ago.

Also, has anyone tried out the online AP Styleguide ...MoreIs this a recent update? I purchased the newest edition a few months ago.

Also, has anyone tried out the online AP Styleguide service? It's $25 annually. I am debating as to whether I should purchase it or not. http://www.apstylebook.com/?do=product&pid=OLN-917360
4 weeks ago

Doug Haslam Hi all-- not sure if you folks have seen Help a PR Pro Out. The effort is designating Feb 19 as "Happo" day for job-seeking PR pros and "champions" (experienced PR pros like myself) to all get ...MoreHi all-- not sure if you folks have seen Help a PR Pro Out. The effort is designating Feb 19 as "Happo" day for job-seeking PR pros and "champions" (experienced PR pros like myself) to all get together, via Twitter and blogs. I guess it's kind of like a job fair, especially if hiring companies get into the act.

Here's the site: http://helpaprproout.com/

Here's my post: http://doughaslam.com/2010/02/09/help-a-pr-pro-out-day-february-19/

5 weeks ago from PR & New Media

Nicolle Merrill Hey new media fanatics!

I've launched a social media survey for university admissions to gain insight into social media use in international student recruiting (yes, it's a ...MoreHey new media fanatics!

I've launched a social media survey for university admissions to gain insight into social media use in international student recruiting (yes, it's a mouthful!) It's a niche area, but a relevant and timely topic for the international higher ed industry.

If you have contacts in university admissions, I would be mucho appreciative if you'd pass this link along!

http://j.mp/btSMdh (link to our blog, background on survey, link to survey)

Cheers!

5 weeks ago from PR & New Media

Melissa Breau Melissa Breau

SO I just started a blog to promote myself as a freelancer. Opinions? I crossed Julie & Julia with freelancing ... check it out. More Melissa Breau

SO I just started a blog to promote myself as a freelancer. Opinions? I crossed Julie & Julia with freelancing ... check it out. www.jargonwriter.wordpress.com

7 weeks ago from PR & New Media

Marian Schembari: Great start Melissa!
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Melissa Breau: Thanks Marian!
6 weeks ago

Marian Schembari EVERYONE in new media should check out what Jamie Varon is doing over at Shatterboxx. Her free blog contest plan is genius: MoreEVERYONE in new media should check out what Jamie Varon is doing over at Shatterboxx. Her free blog contest plan is genius: http://bit.ly/c7uhiV (cross posted in New Media Marketing)

6 weeks ago from PR & New Media

Adriana Hello Everyone!
I've been in marketing and sales for over 5 years now and I'm looking to move into the Public Relations field in Los Angeles. Any suggestions in regards to good PR Firms in L.A?

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Rachel Vincent: Cohn & Wolfe Public Relations (MoreCohn & Wolfe Public Relations (http://www.cohnwolfe.ca/) is a really good group. One of my best friends works for them. I like them because they really try to think outside of the box, but they work with huge clients.

I also love love Curb (http://www.curbmedia.com/). I know they are opening up US locations quickly as they expand, but I don't know if they are in LA.
8 weeks ago

Stephen Debruyn: Adriana: O'Dwyer's has a directory of PR firms that might be helpful to you. It has a breakdown by geography - see MoreAdriana: O'Dwyer's has a directory of PR firms that might be helpful to you. It has a breakdown by geography - see http://bit.ly/757IzO Any specific industry sector you are interested in? You can check the directory's specialty index...
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Alexandre Corda Hi everyone,
I am willing to specialize myself in the fields of Digital Marketing. I am already reading a lot of stuff through blogs and Twitter about social medias and marketing but the ...MoreHi everyone,
I am willing to specialize myself in the fields of Digital Marketing. I am already reading a lot of stuff through blogs and Twitter about social medias and marketing but the thing I am wondering about is, do I need skills - at least some basics - in the HTML language?
Thanks,
Alex

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Alexandre Corda: Thanks for your replies. I think I will try to get familiar with the HTML language and as you said, it cannot hurt having skills others don't ...MoreThanks for your replies. I think I will try to get familiar with the HTML language and as you said, it cannot hurt having skills others don't have. Following the advices of Rachel Vincent, I have also decided to learn stuff about SEO and thus bought SEO for Dummies by Peter Kent. Again thank you all for your help.
9 weeks ago

Mustafa Abousaleh: not necessary, but fundamental.
BTW, HTML is not considered a programming language. It is the basics.
I would alos, after playing ...Morenot necessary, but fundamental.
BTW, HTML is not considered a programming language. It is the basics.
I would alos, after playing around with HTML, learn another language like java script or PHP.
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Melissa Breau HI All,
I am a freelance writing with an interest in marketing. I recently did some work for a graphic novelist to help promote his books, reaching out to online media and print media. ...MoreHI All,
I am a freelance writing with an interest in marketing. I recently did some work for a graphic novelist to help promote his books, reaching out to online media and print media. However, he wants to know if I can do the same for tv/radio and I'm having trouble finding listings with contact info. Any suggestions?

9 weeks ago from PR & New Media

Rachel Vincent Hey all. I'm trying to find good a good PRM system. I've looked into Vocus and Cision, but they are a bit pricey. I was wondering if anyone knew of a good system that allows you to manage a lot of ...MoreHey all. I'm trying to find good a good PRM system. I've looked into Vocus and Cision, but they are a bit pricey. I was wondering if anyone knew of a good system that allows you to manage a lot of public relation contacts (bloggers, editors, tweeters, etc). Thanks so much!

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Jason Mollica: Rachel, are you all members of a PR society or profession marketing/PR group? Maybe they offer a discount to PRM's? Let me know if I can assist ...MoreRachel, are you all members of a PR society or profession marketing/PR group? Maybe they offer a discount to PRM's? Let me know if I can assist further!
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Joseph Miller: www.ITDatabase.com is cool if you are in the tech pr niche. ...Morewww.ITDatabase.com is cool if you are in the tech pr niche. They are a partner of the company I work for, but I genuinely like the product and would endorse them regardless.
9 weeks ago

Neal Schaffer My personal preference is http://searchengineland.com/

9 weeks ago from PR & New Media

Stephen Debruyn: Ah, right, that's a good one too, thanks for that suggestion!
9 weeks ago

Stephen Debruyn There are a variety of good blogs that cover this subject: try www.seomoz.org; MoreThere are a variety of good blogs that cover this subject: try www.seomoz.org; www.searchengineoptimizationjournal.com; www.seoptimise.com; http://seowizardry.ca

9 weeks ago from PR & New Media

Rachel Vincent I read SEO for Dummies by Peter Kent. I also really found Search Engine Optimization by Kristopher B. Jones to be useful. Jones talks a lot about how to make sure your website is optimized. Kent ...MoreI read SEO for Dummies by Peter Kent. I also really found Search Engine Optimization by Kristopher B. Jones to be useful. Jones talks a lot about how to make sure your website is optimized. Kent does to, but I think is more useful on his link strategies.

9 weeks ago from PR & New Media

Sajid Akhtar: Thanks Rachel, I will look in to these books
9 weeks ago

Kate Scoptur Does anyone have tips on where I can find salary information for PR jobs in Madison? I'm looking for some salary comparisons for a PR/Communications Director in Madison with 5 or less years of ...MoreDoes anyone have tips on where I can find salary information for PR jobs in Madison? I'm looking for some salary comparisons for a PR/Communications Director in Madison with 5 or less years of experience. Thanks!

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Doug Haslam: It sounds low to me as well, for a Director-level position. I don't think CoL in Madison would bring things down that far. Don't sell yourself ...MoreIt sounds low to me as well, for a Director-level position. I don't think CoL in Madison would bring things down that far. Don't sell yourself short (heck, don't sell US short! ;))
10 weeks ago

Kate Scoptur: I think it depends a ton more on the kind of work you're doing and done in the past than the title though.
10 weeks ago