What constitutes PR success? How do you establish and measure key performance indicators (KPIs) and return on investment (ROI)? Measuring the value of PR can be a challenge, and the reality is that the metrics used to determine success are different for each organization. So, how do you know which metrics are meaningful for you?…
We are thrilled to be named a finalist at the PRSA Totem Awards for our work with two different clients! This awards program recognizes the creativity and accomplishment of Seattle PR firms. The following two campaigns represent the boundary-pushing work we do for our clients. Spotlight on education technology public relations The PRSA has recognized…
Pitching media is at the core of what we do. It has been beaten into our brains that effective pitches should include a clear ask like: Let me know if you are interested in this story idea. What is your availability? Does this sound like a good fit? But don’t be afraid to break from…
The Totem Award celebrates creativity and accomplishment, designed to recognize projects and programs that demonstrate excellence in PR and rise above the competition. We’re thrilled that the Puget Sound PRSA recognized us for our work on behalf of our clients. RH won two Totems for: GCI TERRA – We were tasked with illustrating how GCI’s mission…
Media interviews present a golden opportunity for a CEO or spokesperson to get their company’s positive message out there. This is the primary reason people talk to the media, other than to control a crisis. If done correctly, a well-trained spokesperson can navigate even the most challenging questions. The old adage “practice makes perfect” rings…
My career in public relations takes me out of the office for the occasional trade show, client meeting, new business lunch, media interview or video shoot. In other cases, my job takes me to Alaska where I’ve had the privilege of working with some amazing clients. I’m not talking about just Anchorage, I’m talking the…
PR is already a fast paced business, but crisis PR operates at lightning speed. When a company’s reputation is on the line, its PR team must act fast to prevent damaging headlines. You may recall some of the headlines after the NFL was inconsistent in its management and communication of domestic violence incidences involving players:…
“According to most studies, people’s number one fear is public speaking. Number two is death. Death is number two. Does that sound right? This means to the average person, if you go to a funeral, you’re better off in the casket than doing the eulogy.” – Jerry Seinfeld. Jerry may not have been addressing business…
Keeping up on the latest headlines is a key component of a knowledgeable PR pro. It helps you stay current on what is happening in the industries you are working in, but it can also present opportunities to insert clients into trending conversations. Typically, company and product news don’t drive large news cycles, but pitching…
Most PR pros know that reporters get hundreds, maybe thousands of emails a day, many of which are irrelevant newsletters, press releases and pitches that are the product of old or misinformed lists. Unfortunately it gives a lot of good PR pros a bad rap. It also makes it more difficult for your story idea…
They say that pitching is 90 percent of baseball. I would argue that the same is true for public relations. Securing meaningful coverage is the bread and butter of a successful PR campaign and the most straightforward way to showcase results. However, as any PR pro knows, getting the story placed takes a lot of…
My colleague Kara Lundberg recently wrote about how a company’s greatest PR asset can sometimes be its staff. While we certainly love a full bench of ready-to-go spokespeople, not every executive is suited for interviews and not every interview calls for the same person. As a full-service PR firm, we help organizations identify appropriate spokespeople…
