Category Archives: PR

Competent PR Advice Can Protect Celebrity Brands

Posted on March 25, 2015 by motik70

Raven-Symone Being based in Los Angeles, I run into a lot of people who either do or want to do entertainment public relations. It sounds glamorous, you get to hang out with celebs and go to all the Hollywood events, … Continue reading →

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Five Media Tips from a PR Pro-Turned-Journalist

Posted on March 4, 2015 by motik70

I have worked in public relations for more than 15 years. However during that time, I still did freelance writing and I was pretty good at it. Although it took some adjustment figuring out when to wear my journalism hat … Continue reading →

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Journalism is No Longer a Profession, It’s a Hobby

Posted on February 2, 2015 by motik70

A few weeks ago, I was in a Facebook group centered around business opportunities for African Americans. We got into a discussion about careers, and one young woman said she hoped to get into freelance writing. As a 20-year veteran … Continue reading →

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Here is How Bill Cosby Can Salvage His Reputation

Posted on November 21, 2014 by motik70

Right now, formerly beloved comedian Bill Cosby is in the middle of the mother of all public relations nightmares. At the last count, 16 women had come forward and accused the comedian of plying them with alcohol and raping them. … Continue reading →

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