Keeping meetings organized and effective

We have all been in meetings that seem to drag on or discuss unrelated topics. There are steps that can be followed in order to keep your meeting organized and running efficiently.

5 Alternatives to a Conference Table Meeting

So many meetings take place around a stuffy conference table. Being in a creative industry, having meetings in unusual places that could lead to inspiration is a great idea.

Become a Better Note Taker

Taking good notes is only half the battle in your professional career. Great note taking skills will allow you to apply the knowledge that you have learned and retain the material.

12 Tips to Becoming a Better Presenter

How you present yourself is key in the PR and advertising world. Giving presentations is a task that communications professionals perform on a regular basis.

How to Select the Best PR Firm

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You’ve got the next great business idea. You’ve got the backers excited about your idea, the staff is in place and you’re ready to hit the streets. Now all you need is a public relations firm

Handling Customers Who Do Not Pay

Being an entrepreneur can be one of the most rewarding experiences you can ever have; you get to set the rules, do work you love and get paid for it.

Environment: Just a Trend?

Have you ever had someone in public relations ask you, “What is your environmental angle?” Or, “Is there a eco-friendly angle to that?”

Heads in Expensive Beds

I often visit Chicago for business (and pleasure), but this past trip was my first time staying at the incredible Ritz-Carlton. As I ordered room service at 9 p.m. on a Wednesday night, I realized

Protecting Your Business

Running a business is all about building and maintaining strong business relationships. However, business owners sometimes fail to give the proper attention

'I' is for Invoicing

When your first client comes on board, it's an exciting time ... not only are you officially a company now, but you also are beginning to get paid for what you do!