PR pros, 5 tips for taking an email-free vacation

Or, at the very least, an almost email-free getaway.

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What stuck with me most was the image of being on a beach somewhere and not playing with my daughter in the sand or not relaxing by a pool or generally not not thinking about work.

That just sucks.

Depending on the survey you’re consulting, the number of Americans who report working while on vacation can be as high as three-quarters. Thank you, technology.

In PR, we know that the work doesn’t stop because we’ve retreated to the Hampton Inns. I have an impressive track record of surprise dignitary visits while my various directors have been on vacation.

So, here are a few simple tips for minimizing work and maximizing your sandcastle output while on vacation:

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