Has anyone here started their own PR firm? How'd you do it?
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Interestingly...you can start with PR.  Many local papers have a section in the busines paper about people on the move, or new businesses, etc.  Then network network network.  You need to maintain your contacts in the media (critical) to your success.  There are a number of small marketing firms that do not have a PR person on staff so you could probably freelance with them.  You will need to do a little research to see how much you can charge.  If you are pretty good at it, perhaps you have a flat rate plus any hours.  Or you bid everything based on an hourly rate (what is that rate???)
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start your own business...
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Firstly, where are you located for this venture?\n\nWhat's the demographic of your area?\n\nI owned my own agency a few years ago but rules and regulations are tricky.  So post where your located and I can tell you more.
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START YOUR OWN BUSINESS!!!
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I don't think it's possible to open 1 yourself :( \nYou need to make a company O_o first!
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Hi, Yes been there, done that. I actually switched from ad agency to PR, then to brand managment & finally marketing consultancy!!\n\nIf you want to switch, then try to do so early in your career. Simply because you will have to start from scratch and go up as you gain the necessary experience. I personally think PR was a good move at that time because it helped enrich my experience. It is also more fun because you get to work and interact with more people. \n\nThe switching process was not that tough, because while working in advertising you get exposed to what PR is all about. It really boils down to your personality. To work in PR you must have a very outgoing personality, you should be friendly to people and willing to work late, take phone calls during weekend and be a good writer. \n\nPR agencies recruit from ad agencies, so keep your eyes open for vacancies, online is now the best resource for finding a PR job. \n\nGood Luck
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Start by getting work from friends and family....you will grow from there ... word will spread...more people will want you....you'll have to hire someone to help you... and then another....you'll accumulate an inventory of supplies....you'll be making money and reinvest it into your business....do some advertising...you'll start needing a part time bookkeeper.... more employees...
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Start by getting one or two clients....then use word of mouth...if you are good, they will come.
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Excellent choice! Becoming a travel agent also give you a open door for other services. And nope... 2 Businesses are not too many for that amount of poeple.\n\nFirst, see if you can get some information about your competitor, like: Customers service rating, prices, marketing strategies, and any other service that he may provide. Do this by asking people around your town and look in newspapers for their ads.\n\nAfter you do this, you need to work on your business plan, go to Entrepreneur.com for some tips and samples. Also, you need to wright at least 3 things that you can do better or cheaper than them (But keep your word and do it for your customers). \n\nNow a good Grand Opening "Open House" will be the best start up marketing strategy I recomemd. get some cheap but good looking invitations and give them out to the Mayor, City Hall workers, Police, Fire Department, Factories, and every other business in town. Try to get the Mayor to go to your open house, this way reporters will be there, too. That's free newspaper advertising...\n\nOh! if you have the resources see if you can advertise your grand opening sale on your local newpapers. Also put a banner outside your office with big letters about your grand opening and leave it their for at lease 3 month. This can get you some extra traffic...\n\nAnother thing. You need to have coupons for all those people at your Grand Opening, because the next time they think about traveling they will call the one they have a discount coupon from, and that would be you.\n\nOther services that you can offer are:\n\nTax Services\nAirport Transportation\nTelecommunication Services\nCar Insurance\n\nAnd you don't even have to do all this for yourself. Just partner with someone that prepares taxes for a percentage of the sale, or even better if they give you a wholesale rate, so you can charge your own price...\n\nHope this help, Sorry But I'm a little sleepy...\n\nGood Luck!\n\nYours truly,\n\nLuis Galarza, Business and Telecommuncation Consultant\nat: http://www.cogni360blog.co.nr and http://luisgalarza.blogspot.com
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I found a few links that should help you to get started on your way.\n\nHope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!
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Hi, I have no experience with this but I've found two sites that may help in starting up your business.\n\nGood luck!
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Wow!  I like your idea!  So they can submit photos and stuff to you and you compile them eh? \nI think the best way to start is to create a portfolio of your work, so others can see what you do.  Perhaps family and friends would be a good place to start.  Once you have several projects completed, you can then present what you offer to other people with more confidence.  \nYou can get som much information online to help with marketing etc.  It depends on where you are from.  \nGood luck with your venture... it sounds great!!!
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How do you know you want to seek employment in a PR firm if you don't know what it entails?  Is all about Public Relations!  Getting people to notice your clients, know their products.  Getting them in the newspaper, flyers, advertising on TVradio/magazines.  Get the clients noticed at the least amount of money possible.  You have to Know people, its all about getting out there and making a statement.  Being in the public eye.  When you think of Jack In The Box who do you think of?  Obviously you think of "Jack"!  The big round white head, little bitty black eyes and little red lips right?  That was all done through the Public Relations department of Jack in the Box.  They all sat around and tried what/who could they create that would stick in peoples minds.  Same with the little dog for the Taco Bell commercials.  It takes imagination, creativity, and a very WILD  way of thinking.   The more ideas you come up with for one product you want to sell the more money you can make.  But the market in PR is a stiff one, you've got to have a really good imagination.   Think of toothpaste.  If you were to market a new toothpaste that a manufacturer says they want to sell....what ideas can you come up with to make it rememerable, stand out and want people to say I GOTTA TRY THAT! So they make a note that the VERY next time they're in a store they head for that toothpast over Colgate, Crest, and all the others.  That is what marketing and public relations people do.  They help get products remembered.  So when you hear the name you automatically thing of THAT over anything else!
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Have you thought of becoming a Virtual Assistant and going into business doing this for yourself?  That is what I have done and it has worked out great!  You get to do what you love and help others run successful businesses as well. What could be better?
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Here's a good start: the Public Relations Society of America:\n\nhttp://www.prsa.org/
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I have my own business.  I have started many business' before from a young age.  I started my current business as a finance coach about 2 years ago.  I do have schooling and background in what I do.  But, don't let that stop you if you don't.  \n\nFigure out what you want to do and if it excites you.  Then work toward what you need to make happen to have your business become a reality and go for it.  Don't listen to naysayers also known as dream stealer's.  Stay focused on your goals as long as they make you happy!  \n\nIf you have specific questions on doing this, email me.\n\nBest of luck.
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I've been there, I decided after many failed attempts to start my own business, which is what I am in the process of doing right now. a Great website I have found is www.businessownersideacafe.com, there is a link called "cybershmooze" and you can post questions there about legitimate, low cost oppotunities. They have a business plan section, a section to help name your business, and a lot more. and since everyone one is a small business owner or is looking to be, you will be in good company. Good Luck