I am a strong proponent of the fact the CEOs need to communicate with employees frequently to establish the culture of open communication in any organization. The CEO has a communication role that is very symbolic in nature. Employees want CEOs to communicate with them about the bigger picture, vision, challenges, progress and results. At […]
How Surf Excel has integrated Eid values into their brand philosophy
Surf Excel is a known and liked brand in Pakistan. It’s fame has risen overtime with the tagline daag tou achey hotey hain – dirt is good which has become particularly popular with the women in the family unit. The campaign was initiated when Surf Excel spoke to 240+ mothers, 20 Grandmothers and 5 Great Grandmothers in […]
What are you doing to get your content to rise above the noise
We all read the news and watch TV for the latest updates. We browse the internet for our interests and information products. More than often we land on a website or a TV channel and move on without a backward glance. Content of course makes or breaks the case for media and social media. It […]
David Perry on social media, authenticity, micro blogging and challenges for PR pros
David Perry is the CEO / founder of David Perry & Associates, Inc. – an award-winning full service strategic communication firm based in San Francisco. Perry serves on the Executive Committee / Board for ChinaSF whose goal is to attract and retain Chinese investment and business expansion into San Francisco and the Bay Area. He […]
Can journalists and PR professionals really become friends
Ever since I entered the PR and communication industry people around me have often asked me if journalists and PR professionals can become friends. In the first place, it is unfair to ask this question. Since friendship is based on a personal relationship, it is rather out of context to argue if one can […]
Dierdre Breakenridge speaks to Wordsmith Consulting about evolving PR trends
Deirdre Breakenridge is an author, entrepreneur and CEO of Pure Performance Communication. A 20 + year veteran in PR and marketing, she is the author of five Financial Times Press books including her latest titles, Social Media and Public Relations: Eight New Practices for the PR Professional,” “Putting the Public Back in Public Relations,” and “PR […]
How Olper’s Milk is communicating the spirit of Ramadan
One brand in Pakistan that continues to reflect the spirit of Ramadan in their communication is Engro’s flagship dairy brand Olper’s Milk. In 2010, Engro Foods prepared a special advertisement for Ramadan for Olper’s milk which soon after its release, gained popularity to become one of the most popular ads on Television. Har lehza hai […]
Get geared to communicate during Ramadan in Pakistan
Ramadan is a very special time of the year for muslims all over the world. It is also a great time to build communication with consumers, media and other businesses. The spirit of the month is focused on giving, self reflection, connecting with each other and helping the less fortunate. All muslims fast from dawn […]
Why you should blog for your business
A blog is a lot like a conversation. Most of the time, it may look like you are the only one talking but remember – blogging is a dialogue. That in itself is one of the primary reasons why you should blog for your business. You can be sure that your business will benefit from this […]
5 great tips for your first job in corporate communication
New beginnings are full of mixed emotions. Fear, excitement and plenty of nerves go around on the first day of any new venture. Your first PR job is no different. So I am writing this one for those fresh grads who have a passion to make their careers in PR and Corporate communication and have […]