Often-Overlooked Mistakes Every Publicist Should Avoid

May 13, 2025 0 Comments

Often-Overlooked Mistakes Every Publicist Should Avoid Some things simply can’t be learned from a book — like PR. Whether you’re working at an agency or a large corporation, building a sustainable career as a publicist requires two things: the ability to produce high-quality work, and an aptitude for navigating the ins and outs of industry …

How Social Media and PR Can Uplift Each Other

March 24, 2025 0 Comments

How Social Media and PR Can Uplift Each Other     Social media and PR can amplify one another, but only when done correctly.  ‍ Sharing media placements on your client’s social media platforms, for example, showcases the company’s expertise through the lens of a credible third-party. So rather than your client talking about how …

Building Trust in PR: April White on the Friday Reporter Podcast

February 19, 2025 0 Comments

Building Trust in PR: April White on the Friday Reporter Podcast In a recent episode of The Friday Reporter podcast, hosted by Lisa Camooso Miller, our CEO & Founder April White shared her insights on the evolving landscape of public relations, the importance of authenticity, and how brands can build genuine trust with their audiences. …

How AI Is Revolutionizing the PR Industry with Balance

January 13, 2025 0 Comments

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, PR is undergoing a significant transformation due to the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) – offering PR professionals new ways to work smarter, not harder. From streamlining media monitoring to providing valuable predictive insights, AI has the potential to revolutionize how PR strategies are developed and executed. However, as powerful as these tools are, it’s crucial to remember that the human element – creativity, empathy, and the ability to build genuine relationships – remains the cornerstone of successful public relations.

PR Predictions for 2025: Navigating a Transformative Landscape

December 16, 2024 0 Comments

PR Predictions for 2025: Navigating a Transformative Landscape   As we approach 2025, the public relations industry is poised for significant shifts driven by technological innovation, societal changes, and the evolving expectations of brands and consumers. Below are five predictions for how PR is likely to transform in the coming year.  AI Will Become a …

GOLD AWARD WINNER: Women-Run Workplace of the Year – More than 10 Employees

November 26, 2024 0 Comments

Our CEO & Founder, April White, discusses the impact that winning gold in this year’s Stevie Awards for the agency’s considerate culture will have on the firm moving forward. As the Silver Winner of the 2023 Stevie Award for Maverick of the Year – Advertising, Marketing & Public Relations and Gold Winner 2022 Stevie Award for Most Innovative Woman of the Year – Advertising, Marketing & Public Relations, this was the third consecutive year White accepted a prestigious Stevie Award at the award gala.

Announcement: See You Soon for Season 4!

November 15, 2024 0 Comments

Announcement: See You Soon for Season 4! In this special episode of the PR Wine Down podcast, April announces a temporary sabbatical as she and Laura take a much-deserved break from the podcast over the holiday season.Don’t cry! This isn’t goodbye — just a temporary break, as they take a breather before diving back into …

HALLOWEEN SPECIAL: Tricky Media Situations & Career Horror Stories

October 25, 2024 0 Comments

HALLOWEEN SPECIAL: Tricky Media Situations & Career Horror Stories Welcome back to the annual PR Wine Down Halloween Special! You know the drill: Pour yourself a brew and get ready for some tricks of the trade from your favorite podcast hosts. This year, we’re unmasking five never-before-heard stories from our anonymous listeners! Tune in as …

What Managing a ‘Zoo’ Taught Me About Managing a Team

October 14, 2024 0 Comments

What to Do if You Don’t Have a Thought Leadership Presence (Yes, You Need One!) Thought leadership (n.) – the piece of the PR puzzle that builds and establishes your professional reputation Thought leadership is critical to a comprehensive public relations campaign. It’s very difficult to gain recognition and credibility as a market leader if …

Gini Dietrich: Redefining PR for the Future of Media, Technology & Culture

October 11, 2024 0 Comments

Future of PR: The End of Beats, Print Monitoring and PR as We Knew It In this week’s episode of the PR Wine Down podcast, April and Laura discuss recent seismic shifts in the practice of the PR profession through the lens of two seasoned media strategists. First, your favorite hosts discuss an excerpt from …