Monthly Archives: June 2011

Why should law firms use twitter?

Posted on June 21, 2011 by Ralph Savage

There’s a compulsion to join the crowd when it comes to online social networking, but you need to understand how the crowd works before you jump in. Some law firms are using twitter simply because it is a communications channel … Continue reading →

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The benefits of good corporate public relations

Posted on June 19, 2011 by Ralph Savage

Law firms have always needed to be customer facing, but there was a time when many companies relied on personal relationships alone to maintain and develop their reputation and customer base. The personal approach of course remains valid; it would … Continue reading →

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The value of online profiles for law firms

Posted on June 19, 2011 by Ralph Savage

In March 2011 the Permanent Secretary for Government Communications recommended that the 65-year-old Central Office of Information undergoes a dramatic overhaul – replacing it with a more focused Government Communications Centre. The COI is responsible for best practice and overall … Continue reading →

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Q&A: Can I control my staff on social networks?

Posted on June 19, 2011 by Ralph Savage

Q: I run a recruitment business and we are increasingly using LinkedIn to identify potential candidates. On the flip side however I am concerned about the potential risks of staff commenting on issues, in their capacity as my employees, on … Continue reading →

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