War of words
[Mike Freedman] The global financial meltdown is becoming trapped in clichés - as the first four words of my introduction typify. Every time there is a crisis, whenever change occurs, clichés proliferate and, if the clever writer isn't cautious, they soon start choking communication. 15 Oct 2008 09:04
“Where there is plan, there is no crisis” - Wisdom Keys Group
According to Nomia Machebe, Business Unit Director of PR Dynamics, a media and stakeholder Management Company based in Bryanston, if there is a plan, there is no crisis. It's that simple. 15 Oct 2008 17:31
Speaking in private means nothing these days
[Chris Moerdyk] Controversial rugby player Luke Watson's argument that his allegedly derisory comments about the Springbok jersey, rugby administrators and his team mates were made in private is meaningless in this day and age of social journalism. This episode, whether he really did say those things or not, is a lesson to all celebrities, politicians and businessmen that there is no such thing anymore as private conversation or speech. 14 Oct 2008 09:19
Cape agencies take on all-electric car brand
Strategic brand agency Arctic Circle announced last week that it has been appointed to handle all brand development requirements for Optimal Energy, the privately owned company behind the development of Africa's first all-electric car. The agency's work is underpinned by a PR strategy implemented and managed by Rock Paper Scissors, also a small Cape-based PR consultancy. 14 Oct 2008 08:27
Poor crisis planning for infectious diseases puts South Africa at risk - Crisis Communications Consultancy
With the death of four people from an as yet unknown (at the time of writing) viral haemorrhagic fever, accompanied by wide-ranging speculation about a possible outbreak of the disease, companies need to ensure they monitor their employees and update their crisis communications management plans with immediate effect. 9 Oct 2008 11:09
Top PR success strategies and best-practices - Encyclomedia
Learn the top practical publicity skills to enhance and expand your understanding of traditional and online media at the PR Success Strategies For Your Business Conference on 20 November in Cape Town. 9 Oct 2008 11:01
Platinum Public Relations celebrates five years of success - Platinum Public Relations
Armstrong, in all his glory, is revered for his words: “One step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” We embrace such milestones with enthusiasm and pride, for when humanity makes progress, it is cause to celebrate. 9 Oct 2008 10:14
Reputation, reputation, reputation
[Max Henderson] In this global economy, where the news is filled with the current economic meltdown, a consumer has to wonder what and who you can trust to see you through the tough times. The decision-making behind investing your hard-earned cash or what property to buy will ultimately be made on a company's reputation. 9 Oct 2008 09:04
The hot new frequency in Limpopo
[Tshepiso Seopa] This time last year, Capricorn FM was only a dream that had yet to materialise. As Limpopo Province's first commercial radio station catering for the black urban market, Capricorn FM only went on air for the first time on 27 November, 2007 and has exceeded its goals, with 1.5 million listeners in its first year. 9 Oct 2008 08:56
Building and destroying reputation through words
[Liza van Wyk] Reputation management is becoming a multi-billion euro industry as environmental concerns raise the temperature on ethics and the Internet snoops into every cranny of a public individual or corporate's life. It's an industry in which, despite being aware of it, most politicians are failing dismally at even ascending the bottom rungs of the reputation ladder. 8 Oct 2008 09:31
The plain language movement
[Marion Scher] New movements seem to be in the air and I'm thinking of starting one myself - but this one has nothing to do with politics and everything to do with language. 8 Oct 2008 09:28
PR agency dives into digital
Gillian Gamsy International (GGi) is to provide a full digital communications practice, in line with the growing importance of digital communications, headed up by Lisa Clark. 8 Oct 2008 09:22
Effective non-verbal communication critical in crisis situations - Crisis Communications Consultancy
The use of the wrong facial expression or gesture during a crisis media interview or stakeholder engagement can irreparably damage the ability of the company or organisation to garner public support, understanding and believability, all of which are critical for the effective management of a crisis. 7 Oct 2008 14:46
About Face - The Write Co.
“60% of our course bookings for August 2008 came from Amanda Patterson's Writer's Group on Facebook,” says Nicci Stewart, The Write Co Course Director. 6 Oct 2008 13:56
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