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5 “Founding Fathers” Of PR

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

the concept of two-way internal communications to improve the company’s image after a mine strike massacre. Lee urged Rockefeller to visit aggrieved coal miners and make a public event out of the outreach. As head of corporate communications for oil behemoth Mobil, Schmertz was the most powerful man in PR in the 1970s.

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PR and social media set for continued growth

Stuart Bruce

For example, last autumn, an initiative by British Gas, which is owned by FTSE 100 group Centrica, to use its Twitter account to promote customer service was greeted by hundreds of tweets pouring scorn on the company’s decision to raise energy prices ahead of winter.”.

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The Field of Emergency Management: Why It Is Not A Profession

Melissa Agnes

The former one-way flow of warnings, information and updates from emergency management to the affected public has become, not just a two-way system, but one of many partners, sources and systems. And, can they accomplish their many tasks in real time or rapidly enough to protect the public from harm?

Education 270
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The ESG opportunity for public relations 

Stephen Waddington

The crisis has accelerated many of the changes already underway in media, public engagement, and organisational communication, such as the role of communication as a strategic management function and a more human approach to communication by CEOs and management teams.

Publicity 197
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6 Ways to Improve Your Business Expertise and Strengthen Your Ethical Core

PRSay

Please join the discussion through blog posts, webinars and Twitter Chats (#PREthics) scheduled throughout the month of September and consider the content a catalyst for integrating ethics and ethical practice into your daily communication activities. . Her research focuses on public relations management, ethics and integrated communication.

Ethics 146
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13 Truths About PR ? How Many Do You Believe In?

PR Matters

To stay relevant over time―as with any communications discipline―PR must evolve and address new challenges and developments [ Tweet Quote ]. To succeed as a PR pro , it’s vital to have a passion for writing and communication in general―as well as a commitment to excel in both [ Tweet Quote ]. Preparing all communications content.

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Behind the Headlines With Ashley Simmons

Cision

Ashley Simmons, director of communications at the Telecommunications Industry Association, says you must first develop a plan for how you will achieve your goals. What drew you to the field of public relations and communication? What are some of the key components of a successful communication strategy?