New year, new trends! 2021 is coming to a close, and it’s time to figure out what to expect in the world of web design come 2022. Now, more than ever, we are living in a time where the user attention span is continuously diminishing. Websites don’t have long to make an impactful first impression…
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When trend spotters predicted how public relations would look in 2021, they put an emphasis on authenticity. I agree — being authentic is important for any brand, especially in a time of rampant misinformation. However, I think authenticity is more than just telling the truth. Recently, we’ve discussed strategies with myriad clients that involve appealing…
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Like many fans of the Denver Broncos, I was saddened last week to see Von Miller traded. Broncos fans will long remember Super Bowl 50 as the game Miller won for the team almost single-handedly. Stifling NFL MVP Cam Newton for most of the game and forcing two fumbles that led to two Denver touchdowns…
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With the growing labor shortages in the restaurant industry, Valyant AI has risen to the challenge in support of easing the ordering process at quick-service restaurants (QSR). Founded in 2017, this Denver-based startup has worked tirelessly to develop a conversational AI platform for the QSR industry. Also known as “Holly,” Valyant AI’s system integrates with…
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From businesses to public safety organizations to government agencies, effective communications are critical to the success of any enterprise. Whether informing audiences, shaping public opinion, disseminating policies and programs, mobilizing the masses, entertaining people, or generating recognition around a company or product, communications professionals should leverage every tool in their tool belt to tell their…
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I’ve always loved to travel. So, after much deliberation and sending our two daughters off to college, my husband and I sold our house and hit the road in our new fifth-wheel camper. However, as the COO and client services officer here at Compriseagency, this transition has created the interesting challenge of leading the agency…
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Traveling to a new city for business with or on behalf of a client can often lead to unexpected situations. Sometimes, delayed flights, less-than-ideal weather and many other factors associated with traveling are simply out of our control. However, preparing ahead of time and taking charge of what can be controlled will set you up…
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At what age do you begin your professional development? Trick question! That’s like asking a flower, “When will you bloom?” The flower grows when it is ready — and the same goes for budding, public relations (PR) professionals. My introduction to professionalism was when I decided to pursue a strategic communication degree during my freshman…
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“Who knows who is both your best friend and brother…” especially in the business world. Based on Glassdoor’s numbers, your chances of getting a job offer are statistically significantly better (2.6% to 6.6% higher) if you were referred by a current employee than if you weren’t. Personal connections are crucial in business. People want to…
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If you’ve ever had a disgusting amount of leftovers, you understand how overwhelming it can be to try and create a Top Chef-quality meal out of useless scraps that seem … well, useless as they wither away in the murky depths of your fridge. The same goes for writing! All of those expired thoughts or…
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“Content is king.” Bill Gates famously wrote about content’s importance back in 1996, just as the dot-com bubble was growing. Since his essay, the dot-com bubble grew and popped, pound signs became hashtags and the previously never-existing word “google” became a frequently used verb. Gates’ insight on the importance of content could not be more…
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I started my public relations career with Compriseagency in March 2021 after studying public relations in college and completing a few internships. While I was feeling completely prepared to enter the world of PR, there are a few key lessons I’ve learned during my first few months that I think are important for new and…
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