Baby Talk: July 2010 | Design At Work Creative Services | Advertising & Public Relations

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Design At Work - Baby Talk - The first word in advertising and PR from Design At Work. www.designatwork.com July 2010

Kick Your Heels Up and SHOUT! They say image is everything. Now, wai-a-ait a minute! Isn't that superficial? It may be in some cases, but when it comes to public relations (PR)--it's absolutely true. In today's 'dot com' community, it's as easy as 'w-w-w' for an interested individual to get the scoop on just about anyone and anything. So, as more and more potential clients begin to 'Google' your company, good PR becomes crucial. You know your employees are talented, your office is awesome and your company is charitable, but do I? The answer is...probably not--especially if you haven't told me or my friend, the World Wide Web. That's where PR comes in. At Design At Work, we like to cite the classics--or a sugar packet John, our president, once read in a Chinese restaurant. It said: 'he who has a thing to sell and goes and whispers in a well, is not as apt to get the dollars as he who climbs a tree and hollers.' In other words, if you've got good news about your company, you've got to jump up and shout! And, by the way, that 'tree' that you're shouting from can come in many forms. It's important to make the public aware of your company's news. Here are some happenings your company can shout about: *A new product or service * An addition to your client roster * A new or promoted employee * A charity event you sponsored or helped by volunteering So, take a step back and look at what your business is doing. Throw those hands up and shout! You know you've got a good thing going, so come on...a little bit louder now!

Client Spotlight: The Krist Samaritan Center for Counseling and Education Touching lives. Healing hearts. From Galveston to The Woodlands, from West University to Clear Lake, the Krist Samaritan Center (KSC) is committed to providing affordable counseling services and educational programs to people of all economic backgrounds. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization, the Center offers counseling services, specialized career and psychological testing, preventative education programs and training for clergy and mental health professionals. With a highly-trained and caring professional staff, the Center helps individuals grow towards positive mental health. Welcome! DAW is proud to add the following new clients to our roster: Bellaire Emergency Center, Smart Plumbing

20 Years = 20 Things

In celebration of our 20th year, DAW is giving you 20 of our favorite things, 20 facts or just 20 random thoughts each month.

Whether you're Team Jacob or Team Edward, most all can agree that books rule. So, as the Twilight saga continues this summer (whether or not you're a fan), we're reminded of the excitement and buzz that literature can stir. Here's 20 of the BEST books of all time--according to the critics at Design At Work. 20 DAW Favorite Books 1. The Chronicles of Narnia 2. One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest 3. The Catcher in the Rye 4. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings 5. The Twilight Saga, of course! 6. Of Mice and Men 7. The Harry Potter Series 8. The Hobbit 9. White Oleander 10. The Kite Runner 11. The Stand 12. The Brethren 13. Pride and Prejudice 14. Anthem 15. The Picture of Dorian 16. Tender is the Night 17. Eat, Shoots and Leaves 18. He's Just Not That Into You 19. Blue Like Jazz 20. The Count of Monte Cristo

Getting to Know Molly Hart PR Account Executive Hometown: Baton Rouge, Louisiana College: LSU, of course! Geaux Tigers Favorite movie: Steel Magnolias Hobbies: Writing poetry and scrapbooking Ideal vacation: Any tropical destination DAW Around Town Ding! Round one. The DAW crew hits up a professional boxing event with MaximGroup.

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