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May 3, 2011

Five Facebook Developments for Businesses

The engineers at Facebook have been busy fine-tuning and adding new features lately, prompting the following primer on what’s new and — more important — what these developments mean for your business.  Included among the additions and changes: There’s now a “Send” button for websites. “Deals” on Facebook launched this week, and its “Questions” function is […]
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May 1, 2011

Relevant Public Relations Urges Adults To Heed Government's Advice For Keeping Kids Safe At Pool Sites

Parents and families can build on their current safety systems at pools and spas by adopting additional water safety steps, says the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). As pool season rapidly approaches, New York City-based Relevant Public Relations LLC is urging adults to pay notice — and follow the agency’s life-protecting advice.  “Any safety advice regarding our children, grandchildren, […]
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April 22, 2011

Pool Company President Pleads Guilty In Drain-Entrapment Drowning Death Of 6 Year Old

STAMFORD, CONN.  — A pool company president expressed remorse Wednesday in state Superior Court as he pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of criminally negligent homicide stemming from the 2007 drowning death of a 6-year-old Greenwich boy. David Lionetti, 55, also entered a guilty plea on behalf of his company, Stamford-based Shoreline Pools Inc., to the charge […]
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April 21, 2011

Boy Saves Toddler Sister With Movie-Learned CPR Skills

“As the weather warms up, a lot of families are going to be hitting the pool, but would you know what to do in case of an emergency?” asked Today Show host Matt Lauer during a recent segment. In this video clip, reporter Savannah Guthrie features a family who faced such an emergency, and a near […]
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April 20, 2011

How To Hire A Public Relations Firm

“The value of good PR is easy to see: Positive news stories help companies retain clients and attract new ones. Delivering that value, though, and at the right price, is hard — and getting harder,” writes Manhattan Beach, Calif.-based PR pro Robert Wynne. I particularly enjoyed reading an article Wynne had written in Forbes magazine back […]
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April 13, 2011

Victory State Bank encourages participation in tomorrow's Staten Island's Dine Out Against Hunger drive

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Victory State Bank, a sponsor of Staten Island’s Dine Out Against Hunger initiative, wants to remind consumers about tomorrow’s campaign and the opportunity to help those in need. You don’t need a fancy invitation to get in on Dine Out Against Hunger on Staten Island, explains the Staten Island Advance.  Just go to any participating […]
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April 12, 2011

4 Indulgences Your Business Can't Afford

Everyone feels tempted to indulge — whether it’s an extra trip to the fridge before bed or taking advantage of a two-for-one deal when you didn’t even need “one” in the first place. Some give in to the temptation while others fight it off in favor of discipline, control and a vision of what they really […]
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April 11, 2011

Six Steps for Revving Up Your Search-Engine Marketing

Among small-business owners, it’s well-known that finding customers through search engine marketing can deliver shoppers who are farther along in the buying cycle — that is, they’ve passed the research stage and they’re looking to buy. But how to do it effectively isn’t nearly as clear. A successful search-marketing campaign needs to be thoughtfully crafted — […]
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April 8, 2011

Victory State Bank Donates $8G To Further Financial-Literacy Initiative

   Staten Island’s only community-based commercial bank contributes to the Coalition for Debtor Education; bank plans to partner with educational organization for local seminars  STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Victory State Bank, Staten Island, N.Y.’s only community-based commercial bank, has underscored its devotion to financial literacy with an $8,000 donation to the Coalition for Debtor Education (CDE). […]
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April 6, 2011

NYC Department of Consumer Affairs: Check For Red Flags Before Using A Tax Preparation Service

NEW YORK — Hiring a Tax Preparation Service This Tax Season? The New York City Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) offers the following advice: Avoid “Instant,” “Rapid,” “Express” or “Fast Cash” refunds. “Instant” refunds are actually loans with extremely high interest rates known as refund anticipation loans (RALs). RALs must be repaid even if you don’t get […]
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April 5, 2011

Knowing Your Credit Score Is ‘Essential Component Of Financial Well-Being, Says Victory State Bank CEO/President

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Do you know your credit score? “If you don’t, you should,” advises Ralph M. Branca, CEO and president of Victory State Bank. “Knowing – and comprehending – your credit score is an essential component of financial well-being.” Based upon information in credit reports, credit scores help lenders judge the stability of an […]
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April 4, 2011

Felt Citywide, Concerns of Staten Island Business Owners Draw Spotlight Of ‘Crain’s New York’ magazine

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A Staten Island business initiative launched in November 2010, and publicized by Relevant Public Relations LLC, most recently has drawn the attention of “Crain’s New York” magazine. In a “Crain’s New York” article published this week, “Regulation overload on New York’s small businesses,” journalist Cara S. Trager mentions the “Stop Suffocating Small […]
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April 1, 2011

A Mission Statement Should Reflect Your Company Culture

5 Tips for a Useful Mission Statement What Does Your Company Really Do? Does your company “aim to be a leader of quality products, customer service, and innovation for tomorrow?” So do thousands of others. Sure, this statement sounds nice, but it means very little to your customers—and employees. An intelligible mission statement is essential to […]
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March 31, 2011

Relevant Public Relations, Constant Contact Offer Solutions For Businesses Seeking High-Quality E-Mail Marketing Tools

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Well-crafted e-mails and other forms of online marketing are  essential tools for modern-day businesses seeking to grow. E-mail delivery provider Constant Contact® Inc. helps small businesses, associations, and nonprofits affordably connect with their customers, clients and members. Relevant Public Relations LLC, based in Staten Island, N.Y., is the borough’s only authorized Constant […]
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March 28, 2011

Lacking Time to Present a Quality Social Media and Blogging Presence? Relevant Public Relations LLC Can Help

NEW YORK — Inc. magazine includes Social Media responsibilities among the 10 things a business owner should never  micromanage. Relevant Public Relations LLC  is a springboard for enterprises seeking high-quality online exposure and financial growth. Relevant PR  can cost-effectively build your brand by creating, growing and maintaining a network of seamlessly integrated marketing initiatives, which include a professionally […]
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