Ragan Insider Lisa Arthur
Five steps to harness the power of big data
A manageable plan to deal with the pressure to become data-driven.
Archive for December, 2013
Ragan Insider Kristin Long
Infographic: How journalists use social media
Only 25 percent of journalists like to be contacted via social media, but 81 percent use it to find sources. Here’s your guide to reporters’ online habits and preferences.
Ragan Insider Ben and Kelly Decker
Top 10 best and worst communicators of 2013
A look back at the winners and sinners of the year in the media.
Ragan Insider Laura Hale Brockway
19 math terms for PR professionals
Fight back against the stereotype that PR pros are no good at math by familiarizing yourself with some basic lingo.
Ragan Insider Chris Hunter
How to kick your email addiction
Email is a great mode of communication in many instances, but it can suck hours out of your workday. Take these steps to minimize your exchanges and maximize your efficiency.
Ragan Insider Kevin J. Allen
The most-misspelled words on résumés and in job ads
Here’s proof that job applications and calls for applicants need a second, third or fourth look.
Ragan Insider Kevin J. Allen
The most-misspelled words on résumés and in job ads
Here’s proof that job applications and calls for applicants need a second, third or fourth look.
Ragan Insider Corey O'Loughlin
The single most annoying social media behavior
Hint: It happens on Facebook. (Go figure.)
Ragan Insider Steven Shattuck
6 social networks to watch in 2014
An Instagram competitor and a Snapchat rival are working their way up the ranks, as well as a site for sports lovers.
Ragan Insider Jeff Bullas
Study: 9 simple ways to get more retweets
Getting more retweets could be as simple as including capital letters, exclamation points and photos in your tweets.
Ragan Insider Russell Working
6 tips for newsjacking—and content marketing—smarts
Thinking about tweeting during the Super Bowl—or the next terrorist attack? Slow down and pick up some tips from Shel Holtz.
Ragan Insider Russell Working
6 tips for newsjacking—and content marketing—smarts
Thinking about tweeting during the Super Bowl—or the next terrorist attack? Slow down and pick up some tips from Shel Holtz.
Ragan Insider Kevin J. Allen
The top visual design trends for 2014
Image firm iStock predicts that witches, beards, and Instagram will dominate the year to come.
Ragan Insider Nick Morgan
What to wear for your next speech
There’s more to choosing an outfit for a speech than simply knowing what’s in style. Who will be in the audience? Where will you be speaking? Use this article as your guide.
Ragan Insider Ragan Staff
The ultimate gift guide for communicators
Whether you’re looking for a stocking stuffer for your favorite communicator or need some ideas for yourself, this list has you covered.
