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Inspired by Carolina Herrera
We have had the pleasure of working behind the scenes at Carolina Herrera's fashion shows for many years. She epitomizes elegance and grace in her manner and style. We're inspired by this quote. Are you?
Introducing Kendall Schmidt — Newest staffer at RED PR
Introducing Kendall Schmidt. ย Our newest staffer at RED PR is passionate about the people and the products she represents. Kendall loves to tell stories about how unique her clients are and what makes them successful. She brings an attention to detail and creative...
What I learned during my summer PRISM internship
On the first day of the Public Relations Internship Summer in Manhattan (aka PRISM) 2013 program, I had no idea what to expect. I also had no idea that I would be walking into one of the best and most rewarding opportunities I've ever had. When I was applying for...
How to Run an Effective Meeting
Like death and taxes, meetings are inevitable. If you know how to run an effective meeting, it makes everyone's work day much easier. Whether you lead a weekly interdepartmental meeting, schedule a project management meeting, or lead a brainstorming session, the...
6 Tips for Doing Television Interviews
Here are 6 tips for doing television interviews that will save you from night sweats about crashing and burning on the air. If you follow these simple rules, you will come out on top and producers may even ask to have you back on the show. 1)ย ย ย ย ย ย Practice makes...
How To Write a Great Resume and Cover Letter To Get the Job Interview You Want
Resume and Cover Letter Tips for Recent College Grads
Ditch Diva Behavior (For Good)!
A squeaky clean image was tainted this weekend when Reese Witherspoon engaged in a โDo you know who I am?โ outburst that led to her subsequent arrest after a drunk driving incident with her husband. This obnoxious display of โdivaโ egotism reminded us of a few reputation golden rules that we relay to our clients (to keep them cool and composed 24/7)
Reputation in the Digital Age
"It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you'll do things differently." -- Warren Buffett Sheryl Sandberg, Facebook COO, recently unleashed her female empowerment book, โLean In,โ which has earned stellar coverage...
How To Write Effective Business Emails
Email is the leading form of communication in business. To make sure you are communicating effectively, being heard and getting things accomplished easily, here are 7 simple tips for writing better emails. Subject is CRUCIAL. Avoid one or two word...
5 Style Rules Not to Break
Whether or not one cares about fashion, most of us care about looking good to others and making a positive impression. Don’t let naive style mistakes get in your way. They can make a difference to getting the restaurant table you want but didn’t reserve, the job or promotion you want, or a second date. Follow these 5 simple rules.
RAMY Beauty Therapy Signs On With RED PR
NEW YORK, March 7, 2013 โ RED PR signs on to represent RAMY Beauty Therapy, the cosmetic collection founded by makeup and brow expert, Ramy Gafni. โRamy is a respected expert with excellent quality products, and we are very pleased to add RAMY Beauty Therapy to our...
Whatโs Eating Anne Hathaway?
Anne Hathaway does not come off as genuine. From interviews in magazines to her teeth grinding Oscars acceptance speech, everything about Anne Hathaway feels forced and premeditated. We live in a culture where consumers judge everything in Hollywood to an achievable...
Quotes We Love
โWithout leaps of imagination or dreaming, we lose the excitement of possibilities. Dreaming, after all is a form of planning.โ ~ Gloria Steinem โMan often becomes what he believes himself to be. If I keep on saying to myself that I cannot do a certain thing,...
The PR Closet Features a RED Staffer
RED PR's own Rachel Cooper is featured on The PR Closet discussing how she got her start in PR, her tips and tricks for success, and how much she loves a good travel show.
How to Dress for Freezing Weather in the City
How City Slickers Dress In The Coldย Much of the USA is feeling the coldest weather it's seen in two years. When I recently stocked up on Uniqlo Heat Tech long underwear and socks for a ski trip to the Alps, I never imaged I'd ever wear this gear in NYC. Low and...
Hair Makeover: The Karlie Kloss to the Uma Thurman
THE BIG CHOP I went in for the โKarlieโ and walked out with the โUmaโ In the Vogue January 2013 issue, editors proclaimed โThe Karlieโ to be the haircut of 2013 โ above-the-eyebrow bangs and an arrow-straight scissor chop to the chin. Karlie Kloss, one of the hottest...
NYC Theater To See Now
At the RED PR New York office, weโre frequently asked by visiting friends about must-do NYC activities. My answer is always theater! As a self-proclaimed stage aficionado, I can attest that New Yorkโs theater scene is unparalleled and appeals to all types and...
RED on RED on RED
Hollywood award shows and Twitter are like peanut butter and chocolate. They just go so well together! You get all the social benefits of watching an award show with funny, snarky friends but you still get to see the show in the quiet of your own home so you can...
The weather outside is frightfulโฆbut Chicago is so delightful!
When people ask me how I handle brutal Chicago winters, I say, โItโs all about layering!โ I never leave home without two pairs of tights, a sweater, a jacket, a giant infinity scarf and ski mittens (Iโm not afraid to admit Iโm Team Mittenโฆthey keep heat in and cold...
10 Communication Mistakes to Avoid in the New Year
Remember that data is forever.ย Whatever you write in an email exists for eternity. The repercussions can be severe: heads roll, reputations are ruined and trust and integrity are lost.ย So the fantasy that "it can't happen to me" is just that. It can and does. For...
Sustaining Sensitivity: The Importance of Modern-Day Manners
Sensitive is an adjective, I believe, not frequently used to describe publicists. However, being sensitive to world events is of the utmost importance if the representative is to nourish his/her clientโs positive reputation. Itโs important to stay informed and make...
Hurricane Sandy: Is Everyone Safe? Facebook Comes to the Rescue
When the phone lines are down, the power is out, and batteries are waning on cell phones, how does one alert their family and friends that they are okay? Facebook! As a helpless Midwesterner, I took to the social media networks to check on my NYC network throughout...
What I Learned During My Internship
I applied for an internship at RED PR without the faintest idea what kind of work I would be doing. Despite having taken a college course in public relations, I couldnโt imagine what a typical publicistโs work day might look like. (I soon learned that this is because...
Interview with Julia DiNardo
ย "The quality of your life is the quality of your relationships." Anthony Robbins Clients come to PR agencies for their skill, knowledge and contacts. We build our contacts by fostering strong relationships with the media, our clients, vendors and associates. In...
