by amvandenhurk | Nov 6, 2013
Social media has caused a fundamental shift in how we communicate with each other. And it has caused a fundamental shift in how news is reported and broken. Newsgathering has been forever altered it. It is no longer solely top down or broadcasting out; rather,... by amvandenhurk | Oct 30, 2013
People are becoming more and more jaded to messages they see in the media. According to a report by Nielsen, 92 percent of people trust recommendations from friends and family more that all other forms of marketing. Word of mouth is key to success and has great... by amvandenhurk | May 15, 2013
Uncivil behavior is commonplace in the digital age. You don’t have to look every far to see unsocial behavior. Our streams on social media platforms are filled with it. Especially around certain events such as elections. It can be unsettling and disheartening.... by amvandenhurk | May 12, 2013
I spent the last week planning out what the next couple months will look like. And they are looking good both personally and professionally. It is always a good idea to reflect quarterly on how things are going. It helps you make adjustments. That said none of the... by amvandenhurk | Apr 28, 2013
There has been a lot going on in my mind this week. Here are some articles which have stayed with me: 600 Journalist Killed in the Last Decade – I am a supporter of a responsible free press. Every public relations professional should be. As practitioners, we...