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Firing Clients, Basic SEO Tips, & More

JenniferSpivak — Thu, 03 May 2012 11:00:01 +0000

During the May 2 #solopr Twitter chat, independent PR pros discussed firing clients, basic SEO tips, managing a busy schedule, & more.

In addition to the downloadable transcript in PDF, the following highlights some of the most popular tweets from the chat:

Be sure to check out the transcript in PDF for the full discussion. Note that the transcript is in reverse chronological order.

If you weren’t able to join us this week, weigh in on the chat questions below!

The #solopr chat – held each Wednesday from 1-2 p.m. Eastern – is a weekly ritual for some of the most savvy Solo PR Pros on Twitter. Anyone with a Twitter account is welcome to participate – see Join Us for the #solopr Chat on Twitter to find out how!

Recovering From A Sudden Client Loss & More

JenniferSpivak — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 11:00:03 +0000

During the April 11 #solopr Twitter chat, independent PR pros discussed working with friends/family members, recovering from a sudden client loss, involving employees from non-communication departments in social media initiatives, and how to best handle a vendor who misses a deadline.

In addition to the downloadable transcript in PDF, the following highlights some of the most popular tweets from the chat:

Be sure to check out the transcript in PDF for the full discussion. Note that the transcript is in reverse chronological order.

If you weren’t able to join us this week, weigh in on the chat questions below!

International Clients, Being A Better Boss, & More

JenniferSpivak — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 12:05:55 +0000

The March 21, 2012 chat was sponsored by PitchPen, a site that allows social media consultants to get new clients and grow their business. Be the first to join their global network when it launches mid-2012 and get their free guide to getting new clients.

During the March 21 #solopr Twitter chat, independent PR pros discussed working with international clients, PR for entrepreneurs, & how we can all be better bosses to ourselves.

In addition to the downloadable transcript in PDF, the following highlights some of the most popular tweets from the chat:

Be sure to check out the transcript in PDF for the full discussion. Note that the transcript is in reverse chronological order.

If you weren’t able to join us this week, weigh in on the chat questions below!

Join us on the Solo PR PRO Premium Member Site!

Websites, Biz Cards, & More

JenniferSpivak — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:49:54 +0000

During the February 22 #solopr Twitter chat, independent PR pros discussed the need for a website, what to do with all those business cards, and how to handle your work when sick.

In addition to the downloadable transcript in PDF, the following highlights some of the most popular tweets from the chat:

Be sure to check out the transcript in PDF for the full discussion. Note that the transcript is in reverse chronological order.

If you weren’t able to join us this week, weigh in on the chat questions below!

Join us on the Solo PR PRO Premium Member Site!

Sub-Contractors, Collective Power, & More

Kellye Crane — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 12:15:01 +0000

During the August 31 #solopr Twitter chat, independent PR pros shared insight on motivating sub-contractors, hiring a full-time assistant, the collective power of #solopr, and more. The following questions helped guide the conversation:

1. Do you have any tips for motivating sub-contractors? #solopr

2. Have you ever hired a full-time (or close to it) assistant? How did you find them? #solopr

3. Yesterday on the blog, asked if we have collective power: http://bit.ly/qFFKD6 – do you think we do, and what do you need help with? #solopr

4. I find myself spending a lot of time on tasks w/little return. How do you pare these down? #solopr

Be sure to check out the transcript in PDF for the full discussion. Note that the transcript is in reverse chronological order.

If you weren’t able to join us this week, please let us know how you’d respond to the chat questions below!

The #solopr chat – held each Wednesday from 1-2 p.m. Eastern – is a weekly ritual for some of the most savvy Solo PR Pros on Twitter. Anyone with a Twitter account is welcome to participate – see Join Us for the #solopr Chat on Twitter to find out how!

Thanks to Jennifer Spivak for compiling this post.

Blogging, Scandals, & More

Kellye Crane — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 13:00:57 +0000

During the July 20 #solopr Twitter chat, independent PR pros shared insight on blog etiquette, overseas scandals, & working with subcontractors. The following questions helped guide the conversation:

1. I have a new personal blog. Not sure if I need to do a separate blog for PR/prof voice. Would rather not. Suggestions? #solopr

2. We’ve all heard of News of the World scandal-how important is it for non-British PR practitioners to pay attention? #notw #solopr

3. If you have subcontractors helping you, and they flake out at the last minute, what do you do? #solopr

Be sure to check out the transcript in PDF for the full discussion. Note that the transcript is in reverse chronological order.

If you weren’t able to join us this week, please let us know how you’d respond to the chat questions below!

The #solopr chat – held each Wednesday from 1-2 p.m. Eastern – is a weekly ritual for some of the most savvy Solo PR Pros on Twitter. Anyone with a Twitter account is welcome to participate – see Join Us for the #solopr Chat on Twitter to find out how!

Thanks to Jennifer Spivak for compiling this post.

Social Platforms, Tricky Client Situations, & More

Kellye Crane — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 12:15:56 +0000

During the June 22 #solopr Twitter chat, independent PR pros discussed social platforms, tricky client situations, and innovative PR techniques. The following questions helped guide the conversation:

1. With the growing number of online/social platforms, how do you pick & choose your participation? #solopr

2. Some clients say one thing and mean another. How do you deal w/poor communicators? #solopr

3. If a prospective client wants you to something outside your expertise, how do you handle? #solopr

4. What are some of your favorite innovative PR/social media techniques you’ve seen lately? #solopr

Be sure to check out the transcript in PDF for the full discussion. Note that our previous transcript service is down, so this week’s transcript is in reverse chronological order. We’re working to find an easier to read format.

If you weren’t able to join us this week, please let us know how you’d respond to the chat questions below!

The #solopr chat – held each Wednesday from 1-2 p.m. Eastern – is a weekly ritual for some of the most savvy Solo PR Pros on Twitter. Anyone with a Twitter account is welcome to participate – see Join Us for the #solopr Chat on Twitter to find out how!

Thanks to Jennifer Spivak for compiling this post.

Avoiding Spam, the Definition of PR, & More

Kellye Crane — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 12:15:38 +0000

During the March 9 #solopr Twitter chat, independent PR pros touched upon avoiding spam, the definition of PR, partnering with non-profits, and marketing your services as a subcontractor. The following questions help guide the conversation:

1. How do you avoid sending spam emails when you need to blast news/reach a large audience?

2. Can a crowdsourced definition of #PR have any carriage & authority? What bodies do we look to for guidance in defining our work?

3. Has partnering with non-profits assisted your business development. If so, which ones?

4. How is the best way to market your services as a subcontractor to larger agencies?

Be sure to check out the transcript in PDF for the full discussion. What’s your take on these important topics?

The #solopr chat – held each Wednesday from 1-2 p.m. Eastern – is a weekly ritual for some of the most savvy Solo PR Pros on Twitter. Anyone with a Twitter account is welcome to participate – see Join Us for the #solopr Chat on Twitter to find out how!

Thanks to Jennifer Spivak for compiling this post.

Biz Partners, Taglines, & More

Kellye Crane — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 12:15:23 +0000

During the February 16 #solopr Twitter chat, PR pros shared valuable insight on working with a partner, using subcontractors, coming up with a tagline, and doing work while on vacation. The following questions were addressed:

1. When working with a biz partner, what’s the expected turnaround time on responding to email? by EOD? 24 hours?

2. If you work w/ subcontractors, what behaviors are deal-breakers for you (that will make you stop using them)?

3. @KateWinckler asks: How did other solo’s come up with a tagline that neatly summarizes what they do?

4. From @akenn: Prepping for a week’s vacation…do I bring the laptop or not?

Be sure to check out the transcript in PDF for the full discussion. What’s your take on these interesting questions?

The #solopr chat – held each Wednesday from 1-2 p.m. Eastern – is a weekly ritual for some of the most savvy Solo PR Pros on Twitter. Anyone with a Twitter account is welcome to participate – see Join Us for the #solopr Chat on Twitter to find out how!

Thanks to Jennifer Spivak for compiling this post.

Client relations, Forecasting, and more

Kellye Crane — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 16:02:11 +0000

During the #solopr Twitter chat this week, top consultants in PR and related fields offered insights on a variety of topics, addressing the following questions:

1. How do you make all of your clients feel important and valuable with your limited time?

2. How do solos fill the void of group brainstorms (e.g. whiteboard sessions)? Co-working? Internet conversations?

3. How do you handle year-end planning/forecasting?

4. Are clients OK’ing social media because they think it’s of long-term value, or they’re scared?

View the downloadable transcript in PDF for advice and wisdom from the #solopr community. If you weren’t able to join us, how would you answer these questions?

The #solopr chat – held each Wednesday from 1-2 p.m. Eastern – is a weekly ritual for some of the most savvy Solo PR Pros on Twitter. Anyone with a Twitter account is welcome to participate – see Join Us for the #solopr Chat on Twitter to find out how!