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Purple Round-Up: March 8, 2013

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It was makeover week for social media platforms, with both Google+ and Facebook rolling out design changes.

Photo courtesy of @vancomm

The Associated Press updated its AP Stylebook to include guidelines about how journalists should address mental illness in their coverage.

Most PR pros eat lunch at their desk? Get out, relax and enjoy the sunshine fellow [...]

The Innovative Federal Government

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Last week’s Social Media Week #SocialGov 2013 Summit featured representatives from a broad array of government agencies who are using social media in unique ways. While we all know that social media can promote and enhance a brand and reach audiences, some government agencies are also using it to fulfill program goals.

#SocialGov Summit 2013 [...]

Social Media Week DC: What's the Deal with Google Plus?

While there is lots of dialogue about using social media to share stories at Social Media Week DC this year, there is also a lot of chatter about Google+. Approaching its second anniversary, the verdict is still out about its impact, engagement and reach. Here’s some of the pros and [...]

InSites for PR Graduates: Applying Your Degree in a Job Search

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I graduated from college in the middle of a recession, and jobs were scarce. But even in the best of times, competition can be fierce. That’s why no matter what the market is like where you live, it’s important to be strategic about a job search.

Source: http://careersearchtoday.com/find-a-job/tips-safe-job-search-online/

Manage your brand. Google yourself to see [...]

Why the SOPA Blackout Worked

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Photo courtesy of acf_windy on Flickr

When we first posted about the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) blackout protest scheduled for January 23, we had no idea that Wikipedia and Reddit (which had planned a January 18 blackout protest) would persuade other sites to join their effort yesterday. According to the Los Angeles Times, more [...]