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U.S. CELLULAR: STRIKE A POSE ON NATIONAL SELFIE DAY JUNE 21

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The selfie craze has swept the nation and everyone from tweens to grandparents are regularly posting pictures of themselves on social media. The trend is so hot that there is even a national day to celebrate the phenomenon: June 21. And according to a recent U.S. Cellular survey, more than two thirds of wireless users (71 percent) keep themselves entertained by taking photos and posting (67 percent) on social media¹. “We’ve all become enamored with capturing moments and uploading life events on social media platforms, but it can take practice to capture the perfect picture,” said Nathan Waddell, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in the Mid-South, “To get the best shots, it is a good idea to consider lighting, angles, poses and accessories. There are even some great apps that allow you to edit or add special effects to your photos.” U.S. Cellular recommends the following tips for selfie-takers: • Get a smartphone with a good quality camera. When it comes to mobile devices, not

Don’t Get Spooked by PR if you’re A Small Business or Start-Up

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Earning a sale is never easy. Research shows that it takes at least three interactions with your product or service to make one – sometimes, many, many more! So earning credibility, brand recognition and meaningful touch points with customers can be tough for businesses that are still growing. The prospect of hiring a PR firm can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be. A PR Consultant can be a very affordable solution for firms that need incredible creativity, contacts and the ability to deliver ROI without big Agency overhead. There are some things companies can do to quick start their own PR efforts: PRESS RELEASE: Have you uncovered true innovation, invented a new product or modernized a service that changes the way business is done? Tell your story in a newsworthy press release. Maybe you don’t think that you have but a creative PR person can sometimes pull out the interesting, compelling and newsworthy topics that seem like everyday details in your line of work . Send thi