Membership community for independent #PR #Communications professionals. Follow us for industry news, insights & the occasional exhale. Led by @KarenSwim

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We love our #solopr community, here's where else you can find us: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/groups/2220795/ Facebook: facebook.com/SoloPRpro IG: instagram.com/SoloPRPro/ and of course we have a private Facebook group for our members. You can also follow @KarenSwim to keep up with us!

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81% of PR pros say polarization is extremely high. Only 69% of the public agrees. That 12-point gap matters. Before your next client recommendation, ask: is this my read of the landscape, or my client's audience? Discernment is the work. #SoloPR #ThatSoloLife #PRStrategy
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PR pros are uniquely positioned to spot trends. Are you leveraging that power in your own career? #solopr youtu.be/YZP5kBZr9NA?si=A1R5…
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There is nothing like chatting with a bright and shiny new #solopr Pro! Watch our conversation with a 20-year comms professional who recently took the leap into her own busines. youtu.be/ycdIqqHxw3w?si=NVBt… via @YouTube
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Can you leave a 20-year corporate career to become a Solo PR Pro? Check out the discussion we had with brand new #soloprpro Kara Ryan. youtu.be/ycdIqqHxw3w?si=L0zr… via @YouTube
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May 29
Is it time to ditch your corporate job and become a Solo PR Pro? We dug into this question on the That Solo Life podcast. youtu.be/Maa-E-9LQ4E?si=b5JK… via @YouTube
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May 25
New Episode! "Why Now Is the Moment for Solo PR Pros" That Solo Life Episode 340: Why Right Now Is Your Moment as a Solo PR Pro Episode Summary In this episode, Karen and Michelle deliver a timely r… Player links & show notes: thatsololife.com/e/141420897… via @PodpageHQ
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May 20
Before adopting a new AI tool, define what "value" means for you and your team first. Efficiency gains are table stakes, but the real question is whether the tool improves citation quality, audience relevance, or measurable business outcomes. prnewswire.com/news-releases…
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Apr 27
We took a pause but WE ARE BACK with all new episodes of our podcast, That Solo Life. Listen to the latest to hear what we have in store for you this season. thatsololife.com/ #podcast #PR
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Is your PR strategy ready for the age of AI? In our latest episode, we chatted with Doug Simon to discuss how AI is changing PR and content discoverability. Learn why optimizing for AI search is now a requirement, not an option. youtu.be/zQIeDVXcNJ0?si=2sBg… #PRPodcast
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Are you a #nonprofit wondering how you can optimize your sponsorship development? We have help! Watch our latest episode with expert Anetra Henry and get the dollars you deserve in 2026! youtu.be/zVt6W9duDYs?si=a3hY…
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7 Mar 2024
It's nice to share good news about the media! This is encouraging, particularly in an election year. buff.ly/3TpT9BL #media #solopr

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20 Feb 2024
Discover the power of transitioning back to a solo PR Pro! 🎙️📻 Inspired by an episode of That Solo Life podcast our latest post addresses transitioning from a small agency to a #solopr. buff.ly/3T2Ld9C

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5 Feb 2024
Creativity is a well that sometimes runs dry. Here are 5 tips to help you refresh and overflow with new ideas. Read more: buff.ly/47pVC3c #SoloPR
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5 Feb 2024
INTERESTING READ: Though misinformation and disinformation have similarities, they are distinct concepts with different origins and causes. @ODwyerPR buff.ly/421z1sH
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5 Feb 2024
Today’s OMG-moment comes from @muckrack and their State of AI in PR report. Per their report, 21% of agency pros say they NEVER disclose their AI use to their clients. Excuse us?? We’re not sure which part of this stat is the most confusing. 🤔 buff.ly/3NOpIpO
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23 Jan 2024
Creativity is a well that sometimes runs dry. Here are 5 tips to help you refresh and overflow with new ideas. Read more: buff.ly/47pVC3c #SoloPR
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22 Jan 2024
Of all the wonderful, talented, knowledgeable PR pros - there’s still no one who does it quite like you. So what’s the secret? How do you find it? Read along for the clues that lead you to yours. buff.ly/41NIJ1w #SoloPR buff.ly/3NZVmAQ
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19 Jan 2024
Raising rates is not always possible, especially with current clients, but you can still boost your income with these strategies buff.ly/47j2LC9 #SoloPR
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18 Jan 2024
Understanding cultural nuances is essential in today’s world, especially for indie comms pros. Here are some tips to ensure that your CQ or cultural intelligence is up to par. buff.ly/3tDphYM #SoloPR
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16 Jan 2024
The traditional work landscape has experienced seismic shifts and that means great opportunities for communication professionals. Our blog explores ways for PR pros to roll with the changes. Read along here 👇👇👇 buff.ly/4aKcLY3 #SoloPR
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