Good questions deserve straight answers. How we work, what our services cost and what you can expect from us.

How we work together

01How do we start working with Neopublic?

Simply. Tell us what you need to solve, what your goals are and your approximate budget. At the first consultation we will find the best solution together. The first meeting is free.

02How quickly can you prepare a proposal?

Speed is one of our strengths. We usually reply within a few hours, prepare a budget within 24 hours and a first communication proposal within 7 days.

03Who will work on our project?

We build the team around your needs. You get experienced specialists and your own account manager who coordinates communication, keeps deadlines and is responsible for results.

04Do you work in both Slovakia and Czechia?

Yes. We have offices in Bratislava and Prague, but we work as one team. We can prepare a joint strategy for both markets that respects local specifics, with one central contact.

05Do we need a communication strategy ready?

No. We will help you build one from scratch. We start by understanding your business, customers and competitors, then propose goals, key messages, channels and measurable KPIs.

Prices and budgets

06How much do Neopublic's services cost?

We work with transparent hourly rates based on seniority and type of service. For example, a junior consultant costs €33/hour, a senior consultant €80/hour and crisis communication €113/hour. The final price depends on the project scope, the agreed team and the time needed. VAT is charged according to applicable regulations.

07What is the minimum budget?

It depends on your goals. A product launch needs a different budget than long-term brand communication. Tell us your possibilities and we will recommend a solution that makes sense.

08Do we have to sign a long-term contract?

No. We can work on a one-off project or on a regular monthly retainer. For building reputation, however, we recommend longer and systematic cooperation.

09Does the price include media, influencers and production?

Agency work and external costs are two separate items. We will transparently quote media budgets, influencer fees and production costs for each specific project.

PR, strategy and results

10What services can you provide?

From strategy, media relations and crisis communication through social media and influencer marketing to creative, events and digital campaigns. We are a full-service PR agency with a team of specialists.

11Can you guarantee media coverage?

With earned PR, editors decide what gets published. We guarantee professional preparation, strong stories and active work with the media. Paid media partnerships are planned and evaluated separately.

12When will we see the first results?

It depends on the brief. Some campaigns deliver coverage within days or weeks, building reputation takes longer. We set realistic expectations and milestones from the start.

13How do you measure PR success?

Not just by the number of articles. We track the quality of coverage, reach of the target group, sentiment, share of voice and other relevant KPIs, and add interpretation and recommendations to our reports. See examples in our campaigns.

Social media and influencers

14Can you fully manage our social media?

Yes. From content strategy, creative, copywriting and production to profile management, paid promotion and evaluation. The goal is not just likes, but real value for the brand.

15How do you choose influencers for campaigns?

We don't look only at follower counts. Audience relevance, credibility, content quality, engagement and brand fit decide. Every partnership is planned around goals and budget.

16Do you also handle video, creative and events?

Yes. We design creative concepts, create content and produce videos, photos and events, all connected in one communication strategy.

AI and the future of communication

17How do you use artificial intelligence?

AI helps us work faster, more efficiently and more creatively. We use it for research, analysis and content preparation. Strategic decisions, output quality and client relationships, however, are always led by people.

18Can you help make our brand visible in ChatGPT and AI search?

Yes, we can propose an AI visibility analysis and a content strategy to strengthen your brand's digital authority, combining PR, quality content, SEO and GEO. A place in a specific AI answer, however, cannot be guaranteed.

Crisis communication

19Will you help us in a crisis?

Yes. We help prepare crisis scenarios, communication procedures and statements, and manage reputation. Our goal is to minimise damage and protect trust in your brand.

20What if a crisis breaks out in the evening or at the weekend?

Crises don't keep office hours. For clients with an agreed crisis service we set availability, contact persons and the escalation procedure in advance. The scope of standby is part of an individual agreement.

Invoicing and reporting

21How does invoicing work?

We normally invoice monthly for the work actually done, with an overview of hours worked and services provided. Invoices are sent electronically with a standard due date of 15 days unless agreed otherwise.

22How do we know what we are paying for?

Transparency is our foundation. Clients have a timesheet with an overview of activities and hours worked. We monitor the budget continuously and communicate any changes.

23What reports do clients receive?

We prepare regular monthly reports and evaluations of individual campaigns, covering activities, media coverage, results, KPIs and our recommendations. We don't just show numbers, we explain what they mean for your business.

Monitoring and analysis

24Do you monitor media, social networks and AI?

Yes. We monitor traditional and online media, social networks and discussions, as well as brand visibility in AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini and Perplexity. We add analyses of reputation, sentiment and competitors.

25Can you catch a reputation problem early?

Yes. We can set up regular monitoring and an early warning system for potential reputation risks, help assess the situation and recommend the right response.

Confidentiality and security

26How do you protect confidential information? Do you sign NDAs?

Discretion and information protection are the basis of our work. We keep confidentiality and sign separate NDAs when needed. We never share clients' confidential information with third parties without authorisation or consent.

27How do you approach data security when using AI?

We use AI responsibly, with an emphasis on protecting client information. When working with confidential data we follow agreed rules, security requirements and data protection. AI does not replace the expert review of our people.

Social media and communities

28Do you also manage comments and customer communities on social media?

Yes. Besides content creation we provide community management, moderation and communication with users. For complex questions we work with the client's customer service and set clear response rules.

29What do you do with negative comments on social media?

A negative comment is not automatically a problem. We assess its content, context and reputation risk, and recommend factual and empathetic responses. We don't delete legitimate criticism just because it is unpleasant.

Ethics and professional standards

30What don't you do as a PR agency?

We don't guarantee earned media coverage, because editors decide what gets published. We don't write anonymous discussion posts, fake reviews or comments posing as independent opinions. We don't spread disinformation or use manipulative PR practices.

31Are you a member of a professional PR association?

Yes. We are a member of the Public Relations Association of the Slovak Republic (APRSR), which brings together professional PR agencies and supports the development and quality of PR services. Our colleague Štefan Vadócz is also a member of its presidium.

32Do you follow a PR code of ethics?

Yes. We follow the APRSR Code of Ethics and the principles of the international ICCO professional standards. We stand for truthfulness, transparency, fairness and respect for media independence. Trust matters more to us than a short-term result.

Working together in practice

33How does approval of outputs work?

At the start we set up a clear approval process. The client controls key messages, content and budget. Our job is to run the process efficiently without burdening you with unnecessary admin.

34What if our priorities or brief change during the project?

We are flexible. If your needs change, we adjust the plan, priorities and budget. What matters is agreeing on changes in advance and keeping quality and efficiency.

35Can you work for competing brands at the same time?

We assess every potential partnership individually and respect contractual obligations, confidentiality and possible conflicts of interest. If a potential conflict arises, we resolve it transparently with the clients concerned.

Didn't find your answer?

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