Recent insights from LCWA

October 22, 2010

The Blank Slate

PR writing is an art. Between giving clients what they want, impressing supervisors and of course — delivering something newsworthy to media — there’s a lot to think about and a lot of “masters” to serve along the way. As a result, getting started can be a challenge. Just as a new painting starts with a blank canvas, most PR
September 16, 2010

Social Media Applications for B2B

Last month I talked about the growth of social media use in the B2B sector, and some simple steps marketers should consider when formulating a social media plan. Now – which social media tools are best to implement your plans? Here’s a hint – most don’t look much different from the social media tools you see and use every day.
September 9, 2010

On-Screen Secrets: Achieving Video Success

Online video has become an important instrument in a marketer’s toolbox. With the rise of YouTube and user-generated content, companies are looking to stay relevant and find ways to infiltrate the video space. I recently attended the “On-Screen Secrets: Achieving Video Success” webinar hosted by online video company Pixability and social media guru Peter Shankman. Here are some takeaways that
August 19, 2010

Baby, I’m Back (With Baby!)

Thousands of women juggle families and full-time jobs every year, and now I’m one of them! Earlier this year, my husband and I welcomed a healthy baby girl into our family. I immersed myself in her care until it was time to put on my professional attire, board the commuter train and get back to the job I love. And