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Throw Down in the Lou: Emerson vs. AB, or Always Be Prepared
By: Julie Steininger
04/16/2009 - Today's St. Louis Post-Dispatch chronicles a rift between two of St. Louis' top corporations - Emerson and Anheuser-Busch InBev. The ruffled feathers stem from a change in InBev's payment terms with Emerson from 30 to 120 days. Also today, David Farr, Emerson chairman, CEO and…
Trust: It’s Not Just for Breakfast Anymore
By: Julie Steininger
01/28/2009 - I recently participated in a conversation with health and nutrition experts from across the country. One of the influencers, who works in public health, mentioned the distrust of corporations by the community members with whom she regularly interacts. This is a real dilemma for organizations…
When Crisis Strikes Close to Home
By: Julie Steininger
01/09/2009 - On Thursday, sadly, a contract employee was shot by an unknown assailant on the Pfizer campus just a few miles down the highway from our office. Fortunately, recent media reports list the victim to be in satisfactory condition. Standing Partnership works frequently in crisis and…
How to Navigate 'Wicked Problems'
By: Julie Steininger
12/11/2008 - Contrary to what the phrase sounds like, "wicked problems" are not issues that pre-teen skateboarders encounter at the local skate park. Rather, wicked problems: Are hard to define Lack precedent Have many diverse stakeholders Have complex causes Fundamentally have no "right answer" Wicked problems could…
Don’t Just Plan for a Crisis – Practice for One
By: Julie Steininger
11/11/2008 - These days, the word "crisis" is found in practically every front page headline. Properly preparing for a crisis and executing a strategic communications plan in the time of crisis are imperative to protecting a company's or organization's reputation. Planning is key - monitoring for issues…
School Days: Effective Business Writing
By: Julie Steininger
09/02/2008 - The day after Labor Day – in my book, that should be the beginning of the school year. But at Standing Partnership, we encourage and support a learning environment all year round, both for our employees and the many audiences that have invited us to…
The Value of Client Satisfaction
By: Julie Steininger
07/23/2008 - This spring, I was given the opportunity to serve as a judge for the Public Relations Society of America's Silver Anvil Awards. We call these the "Oscars of our industry," and I'm pleased to say that Standing Partnership has earned two Silver Anvils: one for…
The Importance of Spare Change and a Change of Scenery
By: Julie Steininger
11/07/2007 - It's always good to have a little money with you wherever you are. I recently learned it's very important to have a few coins on you as well. You can take the stairs or an elevator down to the neatly tiled, unbelievably clean public restrooms…
