Once you have your PR strategy and goals, you need to choose the appropriate PR metrics that will help you track and evaluate your performance. PR metrics are the quantitative or qualitative data that show how your PR activities impact your target audience, media outlets, stakeholders, and business results. There are different types of PR metrics, such as output, outcome, outtake, and impact metrics. Output metrics measure the volume and quality of your PR outputs, such as press releases, media pitches, or social media posts. Outcome metrics measure the changes in your target audience's awareness, perception, or behavior as a result of your PR outputs, such as brand recognition, reputation, or loyalty. Outtake metrics measure the reactions and feedback from your target audience or media outlets, such as engagement, sentiment, or reach. Impact metrics measure the contribution of your PR outcomes to your business objectives, such as sales, leads, or market share.