Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 14, 2018

The difference between a person that climbs the corporate ladder and one that remains stagnant is the choice to plan for in the New Year. As you review your career options in 2018 to apply for a new job, here are a few helpful tips to help you get started. You are a hard-working professional with the talent to succeed in your industry.

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PRSay

MARCH 21, 2023

In the communications profession, they are now several years into their careers and earning supervisor, manager and leadership roles at agencies, corporations, brands and organizations of all sizes. We need to cultivate communities and have real conversations. The youngest members of Gen Z turn 11 in 2023.

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Stephen Waddington

JUNE 29, 2021

Sophie Smith Agencies can claim a proportion of research and development investment costs against their Corporation Tax. Our COVID-19 UK Public Relations report has kickstarted a series of industry conversations about what drives innovation in communication and professional services. It is an incentive aimed at promoting innovation.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 5, 2018

measurePR March 2018. measurePR April 2018. measurePR May 2018. In May, Sally Falkow joined as the guest host with answers regarding creativity in communications from her son, Mike Falkow of Rogue Magazine. As in, we held the chats, but didn’t get to post the recaps because, well, #life.

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Sword and the Script

MARCH 19, 2018

A new survey of primarily corporate communications professionals identified the hottest trends and tactics in PR – and perhaps those that aren’t so hot too. The 2018 JOTW Communications Survey from Frank Strong. The survey was conducted in February 2018 and 155 respondents completed the questionnaire.

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Solo PR Pro

APRIL 23, 2019

Whether you represent a non-profit or corporate client, there is an excellent opportunity for positive public relations in strategic sponsorships. The Philadelphia Public Relations Association (PPRA) recently gathered a panel of corporate decisionmakers to share what works, what doesn’t, and why they value this kind of partnership.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 1, 2019

Several of the topics and questions that will be answered by Matt and Ron and the #PRStudChat community include: Q1. You’re in Chicago, a major agency, corporate and non-profit center. What’s the job outlook feel like right now for PR and communications graduates and pros? About #PRStudChat. Is PR Right for me? About Spin Sucks.

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PRSay

MAY 25, 2021

As PR professionals, we understand that communication influences every aspect of a company. And it is crucial that we communicate to corporate leaders how DE&I affects the bottom line. Moreover, we can widen our target audiences to include diverse members of our communities.

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Sword and the Script

MARCH 10, 2019

Corporate communications departments are taking more work in-house. Some 47% of respondents said they’ve observed more PR work being taken in-house, according to the 2019 JOTW Communications Survey (full report embedded below). 3 PR Trends in Tactics, Measurement and Organization.

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Melissa Agnes

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

Captain Chris Hsiung and Katie Nelson, of Mountain View Police Department, join The Invincible Brand Podcast to discuss how they quickly overcame an escalating viral crisis in a way that increased the trust their community and the general public have in their brand. About this episode.

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PRSay

JANUARY 29, 2018

Great counseling firms were founded and legendary corporate communications departments were born. Yet as we look at 2018 — and the years to come — there is much that remains to be done. Ray Kotcher , APR, Fellow PRSA, is Professor of the Practice of Public Relations, Boston University College of Communication.

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PRSay

MAY 24, 2021

Already decimated by staff reductions, many print and broadcast newsrooms have been acquired by large corporations that are often more interested in online clicks and monetizing news than in factual reporting, Todd said. Block Club Chicago reportedly sends a daily newsletter to some 82,000 people.

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Sword and the Script

JANUARY 1, 2019

This blog published about 60 new posts in 2018. And so here’s the annual look at the most read, least read, and posts I recommend reading, that were published on Sword and the Script in 2018. The 7 Most Read Posts in 2018. Here are the posts readers read the most in 2018 – as measured by readers clicks.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 8, 2018

They’re the most concerned with public perception, social responsibility, and community relations. Going into an interview with no knowledge of the reporter or outlet can end in disaster, especially in a corporate crisis. There’s an actual and measurable dollar value represented by corporate reputation.

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 6, 2020

What is the JOTW Communications Survey? Three years ago, Ned and I teamed up to survey the JOTW community and we’ve published a report three years in a row. JOTW subscribers are seasoned professionals: 92% have 11 or more years of experience and 52% are in-house communications professionals. You can subscribe here.

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 1, 2022

Stacey Miller , Vice President, Communications, Auto Care Association. To that end, we owe a special thanks to Gini and Karen who also polled their respective communities – Spin Sucks and Solo PR Pro – for the survey this year. Presentation: The 2019 JOTW Communications Survey. 2018 JOTW Communications Survey.

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PRSay

AUGUST 6, 2019

As Gen Z, individuals born starting in 1997 as defined by the Pew Research Center, replaces millennials as the primary consumer target for many corporations, organizations and brands, PR practitioners must delve into this consumer segment and understand how to effectively engage them for the next 15-20 years. Brands can’t simply pander to us.

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Flack's Revenge

JANUARY 10, 2019

Enter Instagram with its snazzy pix, short captions, easy engagement, and non-stop roll out of exciting new features; and What’s App, that so easily facilitates micro-community building and sharing. We want these platforms to be healthy’: Why top marketers won’t quit Facebook after 2018 scandals ( Digiday).

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PRSay

OCTOBER 20, 2020

You’ve long been a DE&I proponent, chairing PRSA’s D&I Committee in 2018. For me, I wanted to expand both my professional community and level up on professional development. Board nominee position : Tri-State District. Alma mater : University of Toledo. Number of years as a PRSA member : 10.

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Stephen Waddington

JULY 15, 2020

Community of practice Two-thirds (66%) of public relations professionals feel they are part of a professional community. Learning and development opportunities were cited as the main benefit to being part of a community. Since 2018 it has fallen by 46% and now stands at £3,658, after regression analysis.

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Reputation Us

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Today, organizations of all sizes face mounting pressure from employees, customers and their communities to speak frankly on a growing list of high-profile issues, from racial equality to vaccinations. This team should include representatives from the C-suite, operations, HR, compliance, marketing, and communications.

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Reputation Us

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Today, organizations of all sizes face mounting pressure from employees, customers and their communities to speak frankly on a growing list of high-profile issues, from racial equality to vaccinations. This team should include representatives from the C-suite, operations, HR, compliance, marketing, and communications.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 4, 2018

But it’s time to add, update, and amplify for the 2018 season. Unlike those entering the workforce on the heels of the recession, today’s PR hopefuls are likely to be welcomed by top agencies and corporations. Study bloggers in communications, marketing and the vertical sectors you’re interested in.

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Doctor Spin

OCTOBER 25, 2024

technologies are key drivers of digital transformation, enhancing competitiveness through environmental and social sustainability , corporate growth, and supply chain integration. 2018 Portland International Conference … Continue reading 23 Feroz, A., Stage 3: Engagement / Content & Community. Sustainability. Industry‑4.0‑Enabled

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Ethical Voices

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

I got my start in public relations, interestingly enough, doing political campaigns and community organizing back in South Carolina in 2007. I felt very compelled and impassioned with the work that I was doing in the communities in the South, the hotbed of retail politics. I was in charge of being the liaison to tribal communities.

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Landis PR

APRIL 29, 2024

It has held this title since 2018 in the World Happiness Report. For us, communications is the world’s most powerful tool for change. The festival pays attention to its impact on the local community, residents, and the environment and works determinedly to cut down its harmful effects. For the original blog, please visit here.

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PRSay

OCTOBER 24, 2018

Mitsubishi’s history of scandals suggested an unethical corporate culture. Without using the word “stakeholder,” he explained that Nissan understood the anxiety of its employees, communities, suppliers and dealers about the acquisition. Takashi Inoue is chairman and CEO of Inoue Public Relations Inc.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

In fact, now may be an opportune time to take a new approach to personal branding for corporate leaders. PR and corporate comms people have known this for years. He called for the Silicon Valley community to address inequality and homelessness in San Francisco and backed it with millions in donated funds. Zig when others zag.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

And, given the vast amount of time I pour into writing about PR technology , I’m really pleased with the long list of contributions from the PR technology vendor community. a) Many community newspapers going away and hopefully still being available in some kind of online format. Strengthening community-building and connections.

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Sword and the Script

APRIL 9, 2019

2018: $95,000. Corporate positions do tend to pay more than agency positions – and that remained true this year. The median salary breaks down across corporate, agency and non-profit sectors of PR as follows: Corporate communications median salary was $127,100; PR agency median salary was $96,000; and. .

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Bianchi Biz Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

In this next blog post in the series, Tara Tujunen of Ellun Kanat in Helsinki, Finland , describes the business and communications environment in Finland and offers advice to businesses navigating his home market. It has held this title since 2018 in the World Happiness Report. At the heart is trust. Finland is built on it.

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Communications Conversations

MARCH 29, 2019

Courtney landed her permanent role off a 6-month social media internship in the Corporate Communications department at UnitedHealth Group. She quickly demonstrated a willingness to ask questions in what can be large, intimidating corporate meetings, and she eagerly sought opportunities to get in front of C-suite executives.

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PRSay

APRIL 15, 2021

If CEOs act on what they say, they will be rewarded in terms of stronger bonds with their employees, customers, investors and communities. ” — Dave Samson, Global Vice Chairman, Corporate Affairs, Edelman . ” — Kevin Waetke, APR, Fellow PRSA, Associate Vice President, Corporate Marketing, Sammons Financial Group.

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Sword and the Script

APRIL 12, 2022

The PR community needs the competition. So, I sold my agency and went all in with Propel to invent the public relations management (PRM) category – which has significantly gained steam in the industry since we launched the first PRM in 2018.”. That sounds promising. That’s the first in this month’s PR Tech Sum. Propel Raises $4.5

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 4, 2022

He’s really done wonderful service for the communications field and has built a 6,000-person strong community in the process. Nearly two decades later, Ned and I would team up to survey his subscribers for the annual JOTW Communications survey. Now in its fifth year, the survey is open to respondents.

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

This has resulted in it receiving a backseat to paid media in most corporate budgets. The trend creates a ripe opportunity for communicators who manage earned media programs to secure better investments in 2018. Sometimes, it feels like paid media budgets are invincible.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 7, 2021

was established in 2018” and focuses on an aspect within AI called “reasoning.” Below is a rundown of announcements from the PR tech community over the last 30 days: Signal AI became the latest media monitoring vendor to white label TVEyes for podcast monitoring. Content picks from the PR tech community: . The price tag is “$7.3

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