Cision

JUNE 23, 2016

In this interview, Connie discusses how the way audiences consume news is changing, why spending time on message development is important and why a dedicated support network is valuable. I am excited about being part of an evolving industry where local influence is growing in importance. and in local communities.

Public Affairs 227

Public Affairs Local Education Policies 227

Wadds Inc.

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

The book, which comprises five chapters, starts by exploring the nature of activism, its interrelationship with society, and its different forms, notably through communities, organised groups, shareholders, and national campaigns. By its nature, activism involves firmly held opinions.

Company 93

Company Public Affairs Government Case Study 93

Deirdre Breakenridge

AUGUST 26, 2014

Online communities like #PRStudChat are a great resource for learning, connecting with peers and hearing about different experiences. Many local chapters have working groups for new and young professionals. And don’t neglect the old fashioned “information interview.” Consider joining PRSA.

Industry 316

Industry Fashion Travel Tourism 316

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 11, 2014

The following is a summary of the interview; you can request a full copy by visiting this link. Traditional Chinese characters are used in Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan and most overseas Chinese communities, while the simplified Chinese characters are used in mainland China, Malaysia and Singapore. What is tech reporting like in China?

Print 201

Print Transportation Conference Technology 201

PRSay

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

We reinforce to stakeholders that our organizations believe Black Lives Matter and they should be represented and included in our workplaces and communities. Our audiences gain new insights and understanding about the Black experience in the United States. Then, March 1 arrives.

Media 158

Media Policies System Pitching 158

5W PR

JANUARY 22, 2025

Your strategy should address: Employees and internal teams Customers and clients Investors and board members Regulatory bodies Local communities Industry partners Each group needs specific information delivered through appropriate channels.

Crisis Management 78

Crisis Management Crisis Crisis Communications Training 78

PR for Anyone

JULY 27, 2024

Local Connections : Is there a local athlete from your area competing in the Olympics? Highlighting hometown heroes can create a strong local interest story. You might partner with local gyms, schools, or community centers to celebrate and support these athletes. These stories can foster a sense of pride and unity.

Media 130

Media Pitching Local Training 130

PRSay

JANUARY 8, 2019

But it can still provide large returns on investment by generating earned media coverage that doesn’t cost anything but your time and can elevate your client’s profile with one well-placed article or interview. To make your storytelling effective, approach it as you would a strategic communications plan. If so, how? Keep it ethical.

Storytelling 163

Storytelling Media Nonprofit Government 163

Onclusive

OCTOBER 3, 2017

Shashi Bellamkonda, CMO, Surefire Local. Companies often push uphill with their own finite resources to build brand awareness when they could be inspiring an army of community advocates, influencers, employees and customers to authentically participate in creating awareness at scale. Duncan Alney, CEO, Firebelly Marketing.

Brand 246

Brand Branding eBook Leadership 246

PRSay

JULY 30, 2020

Will they move back in with their parents and work at a small local business until the job market opens back up? Take this opportunity to read more about important social issues about anti-racism or being a better ally to our LGBTQ community. Will they find internships? Will they continue with graduate studies? Or, just utilize TikTok.

Brand 197

Brand Branding Local Interviews 197

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 7, 2016

Recently, a client who met with staff in a remote office heard about a first-of-its-kind study being conducted by the local team in collaboration with a nearby university. This led to a story pitch unlike anything the client had done before, ultimately resulting in interest from the major paper in the community.

Publicity 149

Publicity Insurance Insurance Interviews 149

5W PR

OCTOBER 26, 2017

These influencers take their personal brand seriously and like brands, are working to further grow and develop their digital community. To get a better understanding of the influencer side of the business, I interviewed two of my favorite influencers, @laurenmagenta and @feedmedearly.

Interviews 88

Interviews Instagram Video Creativity 88

PR for Anyone

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Beginning her career as an associated publicist for United Artists and interviewing celebrities, she realized she was getting more out of her interviewees in the car on the way to the events than the reporters were. When she interviewed these celebrities, her icebreaker would be to ask about their animals.

Interviews 130

Interviews Financial Report Local 130

Prowly

MARCH 12, 2025

There are still so many opportunities to earn mentions in paper publications on a national and local level. Your job is to monitor national and local titles to track the spread of the story, gauge public sentiment, and identify emerging issues in real time. Part of a print monitoring mention. Why is print monitoring important (still)?

Print 104

Print Strategy How To Newspapers 104

PR for Anyone

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Interview your favorite loan officer about various credit topics – What does good credit mean for a loan? Team up with your accountant and interview them about these topics and then share the videos throughout the month. Content can be all about neighborhoods you specialize in and the local community. Bad credit?

Real Estate 130

Real Estate How To Local Interviews 130

Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 23, 2016

I remember sitting with a college student at a local Starbucks. She was asking me about different careers in PR … what type of PR would suit her best and whether she should pursue agency or in-house communications work. Younger professionals have so much to share with you. Industry Associations. The Shout-Out.

Skype 150

Skype Industry Storytelling Interviews 150

Communications Conversations

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Once I submitted my resume and started the interview process with DKY, the hiring team did a great job communicating expectations, next steps and keeping me informed of their anticipated timeline. If you interviewed with multiple people via video, did you feel that was easier or tougher than doing it in person? Give it a shot.

Interviews 185

Interviews Meeting Video Energy 185

Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 3, 2016

Are you a professional who is willing to give back to the academic community? ET , the monthly #PRStudChat Twitter Chat Community will gather to discuss how students can prepare themselves to enter the workplace — not as fresh graduates, but as emerging professionals. How do you stand out during and after job interviews?

Trade Shows 150

Trade Shows Community Social Media Resources 150

PR for Anyone

AUGUST 11, 2021

Like you come up with a story idea and send it to your local ABC, NBC, CBS and FOX stations. This week I want to answer a question that I get asked all the time. Should you pitch the exact same story to the same or to different media outlets at the same time? The answer is, “No.” Unless you’re telling them that you’re doing that.

Pitching 223

Pitching Media Television How To 223

Landis PR

MAY 3, 2021

LCI recently had the opportunity to work with Rick on a wonderful episode of Bay Area Bountiful , called Sempervirens Means Evergreen , that explores the impact of last year’s CZU Lightning Complex Fire on the many communities of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Rick interviews POST’s Irina Kagan.

Meeting 98

Meeting Agriculture Media Television 98

OnePitch

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

On this week’s Pitches That Placed, we’re highlighting a pitch that landed coverage, and a video interview , in Black Enterprise for its introduction to a valuable source. I knew that she was from the Bay Area and was familiar with the community.”. Let’s see why this pitch worked: Let’s take a look at the actual pitch that placed: .

Enterprise 104

Enterprise Pitching How To Print 104

Cision

JANUARY 19, 2016

In fact, the Pew Research Center found that 67 percent of smartphone users shared pictures, videos or commentary about local events in 2015. So how can brands prepare when local events turn into national and global crises in mere seconds? Could your brand manage a crisis in today’s social world? Scott turned to K.C.

Crisis 120

Crisis Tourism Local Crisis Management 120

Stephen Waddington

AUGUST 14, 2018

It’s how we won over the local market. Thanks to our genuine communication efforts the local PR industry became fond of our brand. Social sells: Prowly Magazine community From the outset we felt as if every conversation with a prospect was like a recruitment interview rather than a discussion about a tool.

Tools 112

Tools Education Film Local 112

Cision

JULY 27, 2016

Monique LeNoir, national director of communications at United Negro College Fund, says that nonprofits need to consider the human element when asking for donations. In this interview, Monique discusses how to successful plan events, how social media can benefit your organization and how to create messages that resonate.

Nonprofit 120

Nonprofit Local Travel Social Media 120

Presspage

OCTOBER 14, 2024

For example, a local journalist interested in your fundraising campaign will be interested in its impact on the community, while a business journalist will care for hard facts and numbers. Consider your company’s values and how best to convey those in your responses to media inquiries.

How To 78

How To Media Crisis Pitching 78

The Hoyt Organization

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

They’re listening to soundbites on podcasts, and being “entertained” by hyper-localized and unique, but relevant, content that captures and holds their attention. This gives you the ability to communicate with them in their style and tone of voice so that they resonate with your brand.

Healthcare 91

Healthcare Industry Strategy Case Study 91

PR for Anyone

JANUARY 5, 2022

If you need a quick refresher on Newsjacking, here’s an interview I did with David Meerman Scott who coined the phrase: How do I know about new laws in my state? Seeing what new laws are being enacted and how they affect your industry is a great way to position yourself as an expert and make yourself newsworthy.

Pitching 130

Pitching Strategy Publicity Media 130

5W PR

OCTOBER 10, 2024

For example, a boutique hotel might share the founder’s passion for design and hospitality, while a luxury resort could highlight its commitment to sustainability and community engagement.  Pitching story ideas, arranging interviews, and providing media kits ensure that the brand is featured in relevant publications and news outlets.

Consumer 78

Consumer Brand Branding Crisis Management 78

Landis PR

MARCH 29, 2021

and introduced them and their work to the community. It’s always so special to recognize someone and then see other community members reach out to them as well. I’m very proud of that piece because of all the work that I put into researching and interviewing, and it added to the larger conversation.

Meeting 96

Meeting Media Local Interviews 96

Cision

MARCH 29, 2016

Kim Spear, director at Newgate Communications, has helped her clients build brands in China and also worked with sponsors during the 2008 Beijing Olympics. In this interview, she discusses what it’s like to work in PR in Asia, what it takes to build a successful brand and how to stay on top of an ever-evolving industry.

Local 120

Local Retail Newspapers Sports 120

Flack's Revenge

JANUARY 10, 2019

Last month I interviewed top PR and social media experts about the challenges facing online marketing. 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. Neal: Absolutely!

How To 159

How To Facebook Social Media Advertising 159

Bianchi Biz Blog

JULY 22, 2024

Recognize the cultural and social differences among Malays, Chinese, Indians, and indigenous groups, as well as urban and rural communities. Urban areas may lean towards tech-savvy options, while rural communities may prioritize traditional mediums. Highlight cultural authenticity and respect local customs.

Marketing 101

Marketing Tourism Local Government 101

The Hoyt Organization

JUNE 5, 2024

Interviews With Experts Subject matter experts , or SMEs, are vital to any successful mental health advocacy campaign. Interviewing experts provides valuable insights and information to your audience, further reinforcing your campaign’s credibility.

Strategy 76

Strategy Communications Local Interviews 76

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

Instead of granting a follow up interview to apologize further or commit to changing the name (a decision that couldn’t be made quickly), they posted an apology that acknowledged the problem and admitted their market research fell short. The post The PR Perils Of Cultural Appropriation appeared first on Crenshaw Communications.

Corporate 149

Corporate Viral Community Crisis 149

PR for Anyone

AUGUST 6, 2020

Why this pitch appealed to the media : Nurse Curry serves a local community, Hampton Roads, Virginia. She took a national story/trend and brought it local. She provided local resources and her expertise as to how people in her community can care for their elderly loved ones. SPOILER ALERT: YES!

Case Study 100

Case Study Study Media Skype 100

Rock the Status Quo

DECEMBER 10, 2015

I have a local bank client that just started working with me in September. ” Sure enough, two solid weeks of pitching landed two byline articles, and a handful of interviews. A wealth of opportunities, with placements for the most important local publications clustered to hit during a four to six-week period.

Pitching 100

Pitching Real Estate Banking How To 100

PRSay

MARCH 23, 2018

When my family undertook major renovations on our house in 2014, we began by interviewing several contractors. But few flood victims after Hurricane Harvey had the luxury of interviewing contractors. Fortunately, nonprofits and religious communities helped organize relief efforts and connected volunteers with families in need.

Corporate 109

Corporate Communications Crisis Management Crisis 109