Poll: Are You the “Right” 5,000?
I noticed that on any given day lately, the number of RSS subscribers to this blog hovers near 5,000. First off, thank you! Blogging for almost 5 years has taught me the importance of each and every reader.
What I wonder, though, is whether the 5,000 regular subscribers to PR-Squared are the “right” 5,000 people.
We blog for a reason, eh? My reasons are: 1) to generate new business for SHIFT Communications and, 2) to attract great new talent to the employee roster. Of course, I am also happy to find new partners, too!
So this is a blog about Acquisition. I am GIVING my knowledge and ideas in the hope that I will GET your business, your partnership or your skills. It’s the karma strategy.
Are you a current or potential client, or a potential employee? A potential partner? A competitor trying to destroy me? 
If “Other,” well, why are you here?
I ask because I am curious; because I want to do a good job for you.
Meanwhile, yea, while we are on the subject, selfishly I’d like to see the number of RSS subscribers grow — so regardless of your own “role” here at PR-Squared, I hope you’ll tell your friends to subscribe, if you think they’d have an interest in our conversations here.
NOTE to those reading in RSS, you’ll likely need to click through to the original post to take then survey. It will take literally 2 seconds. Thanks!



Just a fan looking for some knowledge.
Ditto Patrick Evans.
Not really bent on destruction but there was no option for former client; SHIFT has made great strides in explaining and using social media, and occasionally you have some very good insights. Love your blog.
I selected “other” when really it’s all of the above. I know Shift is an industry leader. If I worked in-house PR, Shift would be among the top firms I would want to represent my company. I currently work for a boutique PR firm and therefore read this blog in order to better myself (not likely my firm would destroy Shift). But should I move to NYC or San Fran I would like to be considered a potential employee. Perhaps I’ll start my own business where we could partner.
I never miss your blog, it’s full of great insights. I placed my vote in the “other” category, although I would be thrilled to work in Shift or partner with you some day. Keep up the good work!
Todd,
I don’t think I’m a ‘competitor bent on destruction’ though I do work for a small agency that’s looking to educate our clients on social. I would say that I’m more of a student of social media and pr – and really find a lot of value in the content that you put out. So, thanks!
@ryancmiller
Me? I was – in traditional media parlance – your audience (maybe not your primary target audience). In social media speak I am also a co-contributor…just taking part in the conversation!
Just Looking around. Liked the texts. And the blog. Keep up the good work and have fun
We are a current client and your team does a fantastic job for us Todd! I read your blog whenever I can.
I am guessing the percentage of potential clients who read your blog is much higher than your poll is currently indicating.
I’m an “other” – just someone trying to make myself smarter on the back of your experiences and insight.
Great insight, there are few blogs that speak from real-world experience with practical application. Always good stuff and you never waste my time
Maria Reyes-McDavis