It’s here! Mary Meeker’s report on 2019 Internet Trends. When sharing the report, she stated, “If it feels like we’re all drinking from a data firehose, it’s because we are.” The report focuses on the “impact of the Internet on work (via on-demand services & …
2019 Trends to Watch for Solo PR Pros
We hope that 2018 was a good year for you, both personally and professionally. Now that 2019 has arrived, what new tactics and capabilities can we expect as we strengthen our positions as strategic partners for our clients? Voice Search / AI Did you receive …
5 Tips to Set the Table for Success in the New Year
In a few short weeks, we will be blowing noise makers and singing “Auld Lang Syne” as we close out another year. Before this year becomes a Facebook memory, there are five things you can do to set the table for your business success in …
Solo PR Pros Pick Best Apps for Running a Business on the Go
Written by Michelle Kane, Solo PR Pro Premium Member and Head Honcho of Voice Matters, LLC Working as solo consultants, many with virtual teams, we depend on our technology. Email, Cloud Services, Skype, etc., it allows us to work together and move our client work forward. …
Life’s a Beach for the Solo PR Pro
Hot temperatures and long days have us all longing to spend more time at the beach. This month #solopr is joining forces with #SMChat for a combo beach-themed Twitter chat on July 11 at 1 pm ET. Join us from your desk or deck chair …
Solo PR Twitter Chat: Data Privacy, Social Media and Summer Business Development
The long-running #solopr Twitter chat is a popular chat for independent and small business pros in public relations, communications, social media and related fields. Join us for the next chat on Tuesday, June 5 at 1 pm Eastern as we cover any remaining questions about …
Chat Recap: Content Marketing
On the first Tuesday in May, we held one of our traditional Q&A chats, where top independent communication professionals shared thought leadership, tips and advice in response to questions submitted by the community (learn how to join us here). On May 1, 2018 we weighed …
How to Succeed at Networking Events
This is a guest post from Solo PR Pro Premium Member, Janet L Falk of Falk Communications and Research. A version of this article first appeared on Bulldog Reporter. The majority of solo PR Pros gain business through referrals, so it is vital to build …
7 Tips to Manage a Business Slump
Business slumps can be a natural part of the business cycle but whatever the cause it’s never fun to endure. If your business is currently facing a downturn there are a few things that you can do to turn your business around and get to the …
Sometimes Your Best Response Is to Let Go
This is a guest post from Solo PR PRO Premium member, Daria Steigman, founder of Steigman Communications. Daria is a senior marketing communications and digital strategist. The best small business owners are constantly innovating. It’s in our DNA. We’re always rethinking a product, adding a …