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That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast

That Solo Life: Co-hosted by Karen Swim, founder of Words for Hire, LLC and owner of Solo PR Pro and Michelle Kane, founder of VoiceMatters, LLC, we keep it real and talk about the topics that affect solo business owners in PR and Marketing and beyond. Learn more about Solo PR Pro: www.SoloPRPro.com

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14:41

How To Keep Your Head When Everyone Is Losing Theirs

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/07/29

That Solo Life Episode 259: How To Keep Your Head When Everyone Is Losing TheirsIn this Episode Today’s episode of "That Solo Life," features an honest discussion about the challenges of the modern workforce and how Solo PR Pros can successfully navigate the toxicity and stress that has become all too prevalent. Corporate employees are faced with overwhelming demands and pressures -from mandatory office returns to being burdened with more work and fewer people - the landscape is filled with

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17:58

Disconnect, Divisions and the Urgent Need for...

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/07/22

That Solo Life Episode 258: Disconnect, Divisions and the Urgent Need for Diligence in CommunicationIn this Episode In this episode of "That Solo Life," co-hosts Michelle Kane and Karen Swim, APR tackle the profound impact of words in communication, particularly for PR and marketing professionals. The conversation turns to the ethical considerations of communication, with both hosts highlighting the power and responsibility that come with crafting messages. They stress the significance of using

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13:53

How PR Pros Can Stand Strong in Uncertain Times

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/07/15

That Solo Life, Episode 257: How PR Pros Can Stand Strong in Uncertain TimesIn this Episode The practice of public relations is not for the faint of heart. Whether you are in-house or running your own shop, the work can be challenging. For Solo PR Pros, the challenges extend to ensuring that they sustain their livelihood while serving others. In today’s episode Karen Swim, APR and Michelle Kane, discuss the importance of protecting yourself and your business during times of instability. Instability

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21:31

PR Challenges: Post-Pandemic - Events, Energy Levels,...

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/07/01

That Solo Life, Episode 256: PR ChallengesPost-Pandemic : Events, Energy Levels and Customer Service In this Episode In this episode, Karen Swim and Michelle Kane, discuss the various challenges and changes that the post-pandemic era has brought to the PR industry. The pandemic had a significant impact on in-person events and interactions. The hosts discuss how shifting priorities, increased workloads, and changing interests have made it challenging to plan and attend events, leading to a

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12:54

The Powerful Reasons PR Pros Must Vet Everything

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/06/24

That Solo Life, Episode 255: The Powerful Reasons PR Pros Must Vet EverythingIn this Episode In episode 255 of “That Solo Life,” Karen Swim and Michelle Kane discuss the role of vetting in public relations, and the need to thoroughly research clients, client partners, collaborators and more. The hosts discussed how the recent news of Justin Timberlake's DWI arrest highlighted how one misstep can bring up a person's entire history of mistakes. The incident serves as a reminder of the

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45:15

The Work of Diversity, A Conversation with Anetra Henry

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/06/17

That Solo Life, Episode 254: The Work of Diversity - A Conversation with Anetra Henry In this Episode Anetra Henry, Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives at the Institute for Public Relations joins Karen Swim, APR and Michelle Kane on today’s episode of “That Solo Life.” Anetra is a passionate storyteller and strategic messaging guru, known for her expertise in research and advocacy for diversity and inclusion. The episode delved into a recent study, led by Anetra, "Collaborators for

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11:50

The PR Measurement Strategy You Need to Grow

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/06/10

That Solo Life, Episode 253: The PR Measurement Strategy You Need to GrowIn this Episode In this episode of "That Solo Life," co-hosts Michelle Kane and Karen Swim discuss another side of measurement in the PR industry. While measurement discussions typically focus on client work, Karen and Michelle talk about the importance of tracking tactics and metrics within your own Solo PR Pro business. Karen emphasizes the tendency of PR professionals to prioritize client success over their own business

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12:35

Happy Everything, What We Get Wrong About Holiday...

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/06/05

That Solo Life, Episode 252: Happy Everything, What We Get Wrong About Holiday Messaging In this Episode In this episode of "That Solo Life," co-hosts Karen Swim and Michelle Kane reflect on Memorial Day and discuss the importance of thoughtful messaging around holidays. Michelle and Karen discuss the post-Memorial Day weekend vibes and the common trend of using "happy" in front of every holiday, including somber ones like Memorial Day. The hosts discuss the need for more conscientious messaging,

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19:16

Finding Balance And Minimizing Burnout In A Chaotic...

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/05/27

That Solo Life, Episode 251: Finding Balance And Minimizing Burnout In A Chaotic WorldIn this Episode In this episode of "That Solo Life," co-hosts Karen Swim, APR and Michelle Kane delve into the topic of navigating fatigue and finding balance in the midst of global stressors and personal challenges. This Mental Health Awareness Month episode kicks off with a discussion about the impact of external factors such as the pandemic, economic instability, and political tensions on individuals' energy

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12:37

Why PR Pros Need to Level Up Their Personal Brand

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/05/20

Welcome to another episode of That Solo Life, where we dive into the world of PR and marketing for independent professionals. In this episode, we discuss the power of personal branding in the PR industry.Publicists have recently been in the spotlight, from the Oscars to various articles highlighting their work. This recognition serves as a reminder for solo PR professionals like us to also focus on promoting ourselves, not just our clients. Karen and Michelle delve into the importance of personal

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14:29

How to Avoid the Dreaded Reviewer's Remorse

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/05/13

That Solo Life, Episode 249: How to Avoid the Dreaded Reviewer's Remorse In this Episode In this episode of "That Solo Life," Karen and Michelle dive into the common struggle of "reviewer's remorse" that many PR pros, marketers, and communicators face when working with clients. They discuss the frustration of finalizing a project, only to have last-minute changes or new reviewers throw a wrench into the process. They emphasize the importance of establishing a clear review process with

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15:53

The New Balancing Act of Communication

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/05/06

That Solo Life: Episode 248 The New Balancing Act of Communication In this Episode It’s a balancing act! Karen Swim, APR, of Solo PR, and Michelle Kane, of Voice Matters dive into the challenging topic of addressing current social and political conflicts in the workplace. The episode opens with a discussion about the ongoing Israeli-Gaza conflict and the protests happening across the United States, setting the stage for a conversation on how communication professionals can guide their clients

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14:30

Everything Old is New Again

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/04/29

That Solo Life: Episode 247Everything Old is New Again In this Episode Karen Swim, APR, of Solo PR, and Michelle Kane, of Voice Matters delve into the importance of getting back to basics in our PR and marketing businesses. Today’s conversation is sparked by an email from Peter Shankman, the founder of the original "Help a Reporter Out" platform, which was eventually sold to a large corporation. Shankman has now launched a new platform called "Help Every Reporter Out," and in his announcement he

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25:28

Ethical and Legal Challenges of the Modern PR Pro

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/04/22

That Solo Life: Episode 246 Ethical and Legal Challenges of the Modern PR Pro with Special Guest, Cayce Myers New episodes every Monday In this Episode "That Solo Life" podcast hosts Karen Swim, APR and Michelle Kane sit down with Cayce Myers, Ph.D., LL.M., J.D., APR, an experienced public relations professional and author. In this episode, Myers discusses his latest book, "The Rules of Public Relations, Legal and Ethical Issues and Contemporary Practice," which tackles the intersection of public

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15:13

Language, Landmines And The Peril Now Facing PR Pros

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/04/15

That Solo Life, Episode 244: Language, Landmines And The Peril Now Facing PR ProsThat Solo Life, a podcast dedicated to PR professionals, marketers, and individuals who work for themselves. In this episode hosts, Karen Swim of Solo PR Pro, and Michelle Kane from Voice Matters delve into the topic of avoiding generation gaps and cultural miscommunications. In our discussion, we highlight how the emergence of a multigenerational workforce and multicultural society has made communication more

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19:58

What They Think We Do, What We Really Do And How To...

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/04/08

That Solo Life, Episode 243: What They Think We Do, What We Really Do And How To Bridge The GapWelcome to the latest episode of "That Solo Life", the podcast passionately crafted for PR professionals by PR professionals. In this conversation, your hosts Michelle Kane and Karen Swim take you through the frustrations and challenges of people not understanding the role of public relations and the overlooked intricacies of articulating and demonstrating the value of public relations to clients and the

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20:52

Media, Mayhem and What Happens in a Small Town

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/04/01

Show Notes for That Solo Life: Episode 242In this episode: That Solo Life co-hosts, Karen Swim, APR and Michelle Kane talk about some of the insights from the "Muckrack 2024 State of Journalism" and discuss the emerging trends shaping media relations today. Episode Highlights: Discussing the Muckrack 2024 State of Journalism Report. We dig into the latest findings and what they mean for the future of journalism. What are the new challenges and opportunities for those in media relations? Check out

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27:01

Navigating the New Terrain of Labor Laws for Solo PR...

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/03/25

In This Episode:Join us as we dissect the implications of the Department of Labor's recent rule changes and what it means for solo PR professionals. We welcome Nathan Gibson, an authority in Employment Law and Independent Contractor Compliance, who is the Senior Director at MBO Partners. Nathan provides in-depth insights on staying compliant and the potential impacts on solo public relations businesses. Episode Highlights: Understanding the Rule Change: Explore the specifics of the Department of

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20:06

The Hangover Episode: Oscar, Kate, and the Lost Hour

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/03/18

If you’re still feeling the effects of springing forward into daylight savings time, recovering from St. Patrick’s Day or are still wondering what is going on with the royals, in this episode we talk about it and how there’s a PR lesson in everything. Special Offer for Solo PR Pros, Freelance Consultants, and Small business owners: Lettuce is teaming up with Solo PR Pro to offer you a free, game-changing Business Assessment Program. Be one of the first 1,000 savvy PR pros to join. Get News from

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14:07

Creative PR Strategies in the New Media Landscape

That Solo Life: The Solo PR Pro Podcast ·

2024/03/11

It’s no secret the media landscape is changing and it’s only intensifying the effect on how PR pros do media relations. In this episode we talk about taking the time to evaluate our tactics and get creative to reach our client’s audiences.Special Offer for Solos: Lettuce is teaming up with Solo PR Pro to offer you a free, game-changing Business Assessment Program. Be one of the first 1,000 savvy PR pros to join. Get News from Solo PR Pro: Join our email list. Transcript Speaker 1:

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