Equally as revealing as the handshake, the high five is a cultural gesture often given less weight than it deserves. Like the shake, the five is an indicator of confidence, enthusiasm and even hand-eye coordination. As one who has no trouble with enthusiasm or high-five power, I unfortunately struggle with accuracy, which is why I …
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Media Relations: Trust Me!
No matter how technology driven the world becomes, no PR news distribution seems to work better than when utilizing a trusted relationship. So how do you differentiate yourself from the “spin doctors” and become a trusted PR practitioner with good, relevant stories? You will not gain the trust of a reporter by inserting “Mass Murder” …
Communicators, Prevent Awkwardness through Etiquette
As a public relations practitioner (and generally appropriate person), etiquette is one of my favorite topics. While I’ve encountered many uncertain situations, I find having some knowledge of etiquette provides confidence, especially as a communicator. The inevitable “oops” is bound to happen, but for communicators, knowing your stuff will help both clients and your company. …