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May I Share Your Photo?

January 25, 2013 by Kenna Griffin

Oh, the irony! That was the first thing I thought when I read that Randi Zuckerberg was angry because a family photo she posted to her "friends only" Facebook page was reposted on Twitter. It's ironic, of course, because Zuckerberg's brother, Mark, is the founder of Facebook, a tool we use multiple times a day to willingly share pieces of our … [Read more...]

How to Write a Professional Bio

January 22, 2013 by Kenna Griffin

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They’re totally checking you out. Nearly 40 percent of hiring managers use social media to research job candidates, according to a survey from CareerBuilder. About the same percentage report using Google searches to learn about potential employees. What you want them to find is a consistent message about you—your qualifications, … [Read more...]

Critics Target NRA After Shooting App Release

January 16, 2013 by Kenna Griffin

You've heard the old saying "timing is everything." While it may not be completely accurate in the media industry, timing certainly is important. The National Rifle Association recently provided a ripe example about the importance of timing in product release and public relations. The NRA released this week a target practice app geared toward … [Read more...]

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