The short answer: Nothing. Yet. That's because the darn things aren't even rolling out to all users for a while (see...
What Facebook hashtags will mean for marketers (eventually)
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Arik’s Social Media Blog
Arik’s social media blog has been in publication for more 12 years and recognized by industry outlets like PRWeb and PRWeek as one of today’s leading industry blogs. With 1,500+ posts, his content is frequently syndicated on popular sites like PR Daily, Social Media Today, Business Insider and Ragan.com.
9 (recent and current) PR interns destined for greatness
It's that time of year. Interns have recently begun their stints with employers across the country. As they begin their...
PR Rock Stars: Christina Milanowski
Minnesota PRSA 2012 Young Professional Award winner. New (relatively) social media director at Maccabee PR in Minneapolis....
Do brands really need to demonstrate sympathy during national crisis?
This past weekend, while I was on vacation, a story by Katie Humphrey ran in the local Minneapolis Star Tribune about the...
Is the new LinkedIn Today on your list of daily reads?
Widely regarded as THE network for business professionals, LinkedIn is one of those networks most people are "on" but few...
My 40 best Instagram shots (#40BestIGPics)
As many of you know, Instagram is one of my favorite apps and social networks. I use it a lot--mostly because I take most...
Jello FML social media campaign: Brilliant or bone-headed?
Just yesterday, Jello (yes, THAT Jell0) launched a campaign titled (wait for it): FML. Not THAT FML. In this case, Jello's...
What if Don Draper was a PR pro?
The latest TV drama my wife and I are engrossed in? Mad Men. I know, I know, where have you been, Arik? We're a little slow...
Facebook gifts: Does it have a future for brands?
By now, you've seen the button on Facebook. Give a gift. It pops up when you see a story posted by a friend who might be...
Should companies give up promoting holidays on Facebook?
It all started with this. Simple. Brilliant. And just a great move. Then they moved on to much more obscure holidays. And,...