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“Will you Accept this Business Proposal?”:  How Picking Clients is like The Bachelor

Posted by Erin Dunne on Wed, Jan 20, 2016 @ 8:33 AM

When it comes to dating on reality TV, preserving your reputation and picking the right person are essential to your success on the show.

When it comes to PR, picking the right clients and performing well helps build your company’s strong reputation.

Coincidence? We think not. 

Continue reading to learn how to interact with potential clients and build your public relations client list.

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Topics: Public relations, PR Strategy, marketing communications, garden business, Garden Media

Garden Media YouTube Series Grows in 2016

Posted by Samantha Arcieri on Thu, Jan 14, 2016 @ 2:05 PM

Garden Media Group continues to shine on camera in 2016. The 2016 Garden Trends Report, “Synching with Nature,” identifies eight new trends that help consumers – and their smart phones – get outside.

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This year is all about connecting, and the gardening industry is no exception. This year, consumers merge technology with nature and use it to learn about the outdoors, explore and entertain. 

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Topics: Public relations, Trending Thursday, Garden Media Group, Garden Trends, Youtube

Communicating while Commuting: How to Improve Your PR Skills on your Morning Commute

Posted by Erin Dunne on Wed, Jan 13, 2016 @ 8:03 AM

It's the reality of everyday life, we wake up, get dressed and brave the cold (rain, snow, etc) to get into our cars and begin our journey to work.

Whether you have a five minute commute or an hour battle against angry beeping horns and tired fellow drivers, you can be more productive.

There are opportunities to improve your public relations skills with every push of the pedal.

Continue reading to learn how your morning commute can improve your public relations skills.

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Topics: Public relations, PR Strategy, image building, lessons, public speaking

5 New Year's Resolutions for PR Pros

Posted by Jourdan Cole on Wed, Dec 30, 2015 @ 11:53 AM

Time is quickly running out in 2015, which means it’s time to make decisions and set your New Year’s resolutions for 2016!

Coming up with a personal resolution is easy — you know what your bad habits are and what you need to do to change them. There are support groups, clubs and apps to help you change your ways. Professional resolutions are trickier to identify because the list could honestly be endless.

Keep reading below to learn about the 5 pr resolutions will change your life and your business in 2016.

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Topics: PR Strategy, trends, press releases, garden industry public relations, emails, holiday

Tips for getting the most out of your internship at Garden Media

Posted by Samantha Arcieri on Tue, Dec 29, 2015 @ 7:45 AM

Garden Media loves its interns and we see them as valuable members of our team. Our internship program is built around one major goal: helping students succeed.

A Garden Media internship is not the type of program that just forces interns to get coffee and complete menial tasks. We want students to walk away with great things to include in their portfolios. And yes, our goal is to also help interns land a job after they graduate.

While the Garden Media team does its best to help students succeed, interns can do several things to stand out.

Continue reading to learn how to get the most out of a Garden Media internship.

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Topics: Public relations, Garden Media, Internship, leadership

Garden Media’s Favorite Insta-moments of 2015

Posted by Samantha Arcieri on Wed, Dec 23, 2015 @ 8:27 AM

2015 was a year to remember – in photos.  

Like most brands, Garden Media flocks to Instagram to tell our story and share the behind-the-scenes moments that take place in our office.

We are creative, visual people after all!

Instagram has more than 400 million monthly active users. According to Hootsuite.com, the mobile-first platform “will bring in $595 million in mobile ad revenues worldwide this year, and $2.81 billion by 2017.”

As the year winds town, we take a look back at our favorite insta-moments from 2015.

Continue reading to see Garden Media’s top Instagrams for 2015.

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Topics: Digital Branding, Instagram, social media, Garden Media, Social

Interns take note: tips for getting in the door at Garden Media

Posted by Samantha Arcieri on Tue, Dec 22, 2015 @ 8:11 AM

Congratulations! You’ve applied for an internship and have made it to the second round: the in-person interview.

Everything from your tone of voice to the questions asked played a factor in making you shine, so you want to be sure you continue to stand out from the crowd at the office. 

Candidates who are asked to meet with Garden Media at the office have one more opportunity to impress us with their talent and enthusiasm.

Continue reading for tips on how to ace an in-person interview.

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Topics: Public relations, Garden Media, Internship, leadership, Interviews

4 Ways to Find New Twitter Audiences in 2016

Posted by Jourdan Cole on Thu, Dec 17, 2015 @ 8:23 AM

Twitter allows your garden brand to connect on a personal level with consumers in the easiest way possible.

In 140 characters or less, you can weave your way into the hearts and minds of your most influential followers, forging a stronger brand experience and giving you a better understanding of your customers.

When was the last time you looked at your Twitter strategy?

With 320 Million active users, there’s a good chance your social plan is not reaching as far as it could. Twitter is a valuable part of your social media presence, and you need to bring it into the new year.

Ensure that your content is relevant and is being heard by the right audience with these easy steps.

Keep reading to find out how you can transform your Twitter presence in 2016.

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Topics: Twitter, audience, PR Strategy, social media

Everything You Need to Know About the Next Generation

Posted by Courtney Kates on Wed, Dec 16, 2015 @ 9:09 AM

We’ve talked a lot about the importance of marketing to Millennials.

But, who is next?

Last week, MTV released a new name for the next generation: the self-proclaimed Founders.

So, who are they...? 

Read more to learn about who the Founders are and how to appeal to this next generation.

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Topics: audience, branding, PR Strategy, trends, internet media, garden industry public relations, social media, Garden Media

Buy the Perfect Gift for the Office White Elephant

Posted by Samantha Arcieri on Thu, Dec 10, 2015 @ 8:12 AM

The holiday season is officially here, which means it’s time to give.

If you work in an office setting, chances are you’ll participate in an office grab bag or White Elephant sometime this month.

Similar to shopping for a friend or loved one, employees should devote time into thinking of a creative gift to give their coworkers.

Channel your creative energy into picking out the perfect holiday gift for your office mates.

Continue reading for tips on how to shop for the office secret Santa.

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Topics: Public relations, trends, Garden Media, Internship, holiday

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