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Remembering how 9/11 Changed the World – and Communications

wiredPRworks

On September 9, 2001, we celebrated a child’s birthday party. On September 11, 2001, I got up and went through the usual motions of a working mother with three children – ages 12, 9, and 7 – to get off to school. I did get to photograph the cover of the school district’s 2001 annual report. 2011 Update.

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Remembering how 9/11 Changed the World – and Communications

wiredPRworks

On September 9, 2001, we celebrated a child’s birthday party. On September 11, 2001, I got up and went through the usual motions of a working mother with three children – ages 12, 9, and 7 – to get off to school. I did get to photograph the cover of the school district’s 2001 annual report. 2011 Update.

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Meet the Media: Josh Fisher, Executive Editor or FleetOwner

Bianchi Biz Blog

While working in local news in the Northeast, I covered a few big hurricanes and major blizzards that ravaged the area. I had my first staff byline at a small Connecticut newspaper in 2001. I started off covering education and other local issues. Describe the craziest or most fun story you have written.

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Outlet Spotlight: Radio Metro

Medianet Australia

We love supporting our local young artists and playing local music Community is key at Queensland-based youth radio station, Radio Metro. With a strong focus on connecting younger audiences, the station has been making waves on the Gold Coast since it was founded in 2001.

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Prediction: 50% of media relations positions will be eliminated in 10 years

Communications Conversations

On one hand, I see a lot of people still working in an environment similar to 2001. FACT: Local media continues to struggle as well. The 10 pm local news. And that’s exactly what I want to talk about today. You see, it seems to me we’re at a bit of a crossroads. Mainstream media still dominated the landscape.

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7 Important Principles Of Media Coverage Every Business Needs To Know

Polaris

3: Find the local angle. If you work in Toronto and you’re pitching a story to a reporter in Vancouver, find the local angle. In September 2001, I was working on a credit card launch for a Canadian bank. Respect their deadlines. Provide access to the right spokesperson. Offer interesting visuals to support your story.

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PR Pro Showcase: Shonali Burke

Rock the Status Quo

One of the most fun “stunts” – if you can call it that – was when I worked on “Singalong Sound of Music” in San Francisco, back in 2001. But it was a lot of fun, and we did attract the attention of the local ABC radio station. What is the most hilarious (or successful) PR stunt you’ve ever done?

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