Category Archives: Public Relations

Start Making Sense: Helping Tech Brands tell their Stories

Posted on July 28, 2020 by rgeller

I love the band Talking Heads, and saw them for first time in college many years ago. Back then, I thought they had a cool name – but only found out that it refers to the disembodied heads of yakking … Continue reading →

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Tales from the Tech PR Bunker

Posted on April 16, 2020 by rgeller

Folks, I know I haven’t been writing here as much, Sorry for the interruption. These are unusual times. But the show must go on, right?  People are stuck at home and clamoring for distraction and new episodes, er, posts. So … Continue reading →

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Taking on the PR Agency Haters

Posted on February 25, 2020 by rgeller

It is once again de rigueur to slam PR agencies. I learned this from a prospect who clued me in to a podcast and Forbes article (the former by uber influencers who should know better; the latter was generally negative … Continue reading →

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Is that paid PR Opportunity worth it? 5 Experts Chime In

Posted on February 12, 2020 by rgeller

They come in various flavors.  The too-good-to-be-true TV spot.  The “Pssst I can get you into XXXX, guaranteed, just pay me $YYYY.”  The endless procession of awards and articles with price tags attached. Many PR people reflexively dismiss these and … Continue reading →

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2020, PR Moment (decade) of Truth

Posted on January 15, 2020 by rgeller

As we enter a new decade, I implore PR to do its part in protecting the journalistic info supply chain. Be truth-tellers. Be great fact-checkers. Now wait a second, I can hear you protest.  That is not our job. We … Continue reading →

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The Call was Perfect! The PR pitch, Even Better!!

Posted on October 30, 2019 by rgeller

Recently, we’ve heard a lot about a phone call between a certain U.S. leader and a Ukrainian head of state. The call was said to be perfect at least by the former, and it must be true because he’s said it not … Continue reading →

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Think outside the Block in Promoting your Venture: Join our 10/2 Webinar

Posted on September 26, 2019 by rgeller

Looking to launch or grow a blockchain venture?  What are the secrets to success? It’s a noisy world and a never-ending battle for the consumer’s attention.  If the average user is slammed with info and updates, just think about journalists! … Continue reading →

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How to Contain PR Fallout from a Cyber-attack

Posted on September 11, 2019 by rgeller

Fusion PR works extensively in the cyber security space.  We are often asked about how to handle the PR fallout from breaches. What are the similarities and differences with other kinds of crisis management? I decided to answer these questions … Continue reading →

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The Do’s and Don’ts Of Handling A PR Crisis

Posted on August 14, 2019 by rgeller

This post is by David H. Lasker, Founder and CEO of News Exposure   Your company’s hard-won reputation is an immeasurable asset. Start with the fact that your bottom line is built on customer trust. Add the likelihood that employees … Continue reading →

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United we Brand? Top Reads on Corporate Activism

Posted on August 6, 2019 by rgeller

Should CEOs speak out on social, civil and political issues?  Should brands take a stand? Back in the day (meaning just a few years ago) the answers were easier.  It was a more innocent time and easier for businesses to … Continue reading →

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