Deirdre Breakenridge

OCTOBER 8, 2018

It’s a lot to encompass, so we’re going to dive into the topic to help communicators improve strategy, storytelling, and relationship building. ET the #PRStudChat community will gather for a Twitter chat focused on Digital Media and AI. Martin is a communications strategist and teaches digital strategy. PRStudChat.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

JUNE 25, 2019

On June 13th, the #PRStudChat community gathered for a discussion on “Learning Leadership Skills.” Ken and our community of PR students, educators and pros shared their knowledge on how leadership is more than a fancy title, big office or a large salary.

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PRSay

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

On social media, “Extreme points of view are amplified,” and “False news spreads faster and farther than true news,” the report says. According to the report, leadership from every sector and institution in our society “is our only way out of this crisis. Local media investment. And yet it is sorely missing.”.

Social Media 190

Social Media Report Media Government 190

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Far from just managing a digital Rolodex, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix. Owned Media/Content Strategy. The PR pro may media train spokespeople themselves or hire an outside agency or consultant to lead a one-time session.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

DECEMBER 12, 2016

A Guest Post by Corina Manea, Chief Community Officer, Spin Sucks & Founder of NutsPR. We expect leadership from the ones on the high end of our organizations. I am going to show you how you too can develop leadership skills and behavior, even if you don’t have a corner office just yet. Leadership is More Than a Job Title.

Leadership 150

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 8, 2018

We associate social media platforms with splashy consumer campaigns, but social is increasingly important in B2B public relations. According to an IDC study , 75% of B2B buyers and 84% of C-level/vice president executives use social media to make purchasing decisions. Journalists use social media, too.

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PRSay

AUGUST 25, 2020

Featuring some of the country’s leading LGBTQ communications professionals, the event covered how PR practitioners can engage with and support the LGBTQ community. There’s usually a ton of women in PR,” but “we need people of color and then, on top of that, we need people of color who are gay in leadership positions.”.

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The Proactive Report

APRIL 6, 2021

My first class on digital PR and social media launched more than 10 years ago. Most PR practitioners now feel comfortable with social media, but some of the more technical aspects of digital PR still cause their eyes to glaze over. Figure out a content strategy that will build trust and thought leadership.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix. At the same time, PR pros are constantly thinking about how to maximize the reach and impact of their earned media. Owned Media & Content Strategy. Executive Thought Leadership.

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Remote PR Jobs

MARCH 26, 2025

Beyond networking, these associations provide professional development opportunities focused on PR strategy, crisis communications, media strategy, and reputation managementessential skills for any freelancer looking to stand out. Leverage social media and traditional media for long term success.

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Communications LinkedIn Crisis Communications Reputation 149

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 21, 2025

There are also, generally speaking, traditional gaps in a communicators skill set, such as math, which hurts our credibility with executive leadership. Most of these are focused on marketing, communications, leadership and psychology. HubSpot has them for marketing and social media.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

OCTOBER 22, 2014

You launch your exciting new social media campaign only to hear… crickets…. Your competitor launches a brilliant new social media campaign. Valerie Merahn Simon, Co-Founder, #PRStudChat Valerie has been in the communications industry for nearly 20 years. Monday morning is a big board meeting.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

JULY 22, 2019

Social media continues to capture time and attention. Here are some of the stats revealing how much people participate in social media; where they spend their time; what they like to do and how often. Social Media Workshop in Princeton, NJ. The social media numbers continue to grow.

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Social Media Media Interviews Instagram 177

Deirdre Breakenridge

FEBRUARY 13, 2015

ET, the #PRStudChat community will participate in a Twitter chat discussion focused the state of healthcare communications. The healthcare arena has experienced continuous change with social media empowering the digitally demanding patient. On Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at 8:30 p.m. Susan Young ( @SueYoungMedia ).

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Konnect Agency

AUGUST 10, 2022

“Thought leadership” is a buzzy phrase that is often thrown around in business circles, but when executed correctly it can be very beneficial in driving awareness and trust for your brand. Why is social media a key part of your thought leadership strategy and how a social media agency can help.

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Wadds Inc.

MARCH 9, 2025

The issue is intersectional and is compounded for under-represented and under-served practitioners, including Black and ethnic minority practitioners, the LGBTQ+ community and those with disabilities. The PR Population report identified based on data from the 2021 Census and anecdotally through applications to the Socially Mobile programme.

Publicity 94

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Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 23, 2017

Fast forward almost ten years and blogging is so ubiquitous that not only are blogs supplanting traditional media channels as sources for breaking news, practically every single company I can think of has one. There are some great editorial calendar and social media calendar templates on HubSpot. Your blog is your community.

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Blogging Case Study Social Media Instagram 282

5W PR

APRIL 5, 2025

Crisis PR involves managing communications during challenging situations that threaten an organization’s reputation, operations, or relationships with stakeholders. The Institute for Crisis Management defines a business crisis as “a significant business disruption that stimulates extensive news media coverage.”

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

It can help deliver key messages, communicate expertise and drive thought leadership for business brands. But there are many types of content that build credibility and leadership as part of a strategic PR program. As outlined in my post on PR tips for effective bylines , bylined content is a powerful part of a B2B PR plan.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 3, 2022

For our high-growth B2B tech and SaaS solution provider clients, conference speaking, exhibiting, and sponsoring represent crucial PR tactics for thought leadership visibility and business development. The post Top B2B Conferences For PR Visibility appeared first on Crenshaw Communications. Everyone knows Dreamforce, of course.

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Communications Conversations

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

You may have seen this graphic last week–it was making the rounds on social media (even I shared it). It’s from LinkedIn, which aggregated data to share with us the “top skills” of today’s social media manager. Yes, social media pros do need to understand how to manage social ad campaigns.

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Social Media Media Analytics Data 174

PRSay

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Dedicate a few hours each week to researching companies, following “early careers” social media accounts, and setting up LinkedIn and PRSSA alerts. Create a list of target companies and professionals, engage with their posts, and familiarize yourself with their blogs and social media. Build and leverage your network.

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LinkedIn Nonprofit Retail Social Media 88

Prowly

APRIL 11, 2025

Whether it's across social media platforms, in online discussion forums, or even in newspaper coverage, your brand reputation can change in an instant if even slight changes in your audience's perception go undetected. Leadership: To speak about the brand with confidence and integrity.

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Onclusive

JUNE 21, 2017

Whether it’s getting Google Analytics or Marketo certified, attending a social media conference, or taking an SEO course so you can learn how to improve the searchability of your brand’s owned media, commit to continued education. “It For social amplification, go to your community. Be a part of their community.

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Storytelling SEO Community Insurance 329

5W PR

APRIL 13, 2025

Successful emotional campaigns often center around: Personal transformation Overcoming health challenges Achieving wellness goals Living life more fully Helping loved ones thrive Contributing to community wellbeing For example, Fenty’s PR strategy includes educational content that empowers consumers to take control of their health naturally.

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Storytelling Case Study Measurement Education 78

Stern + Associates

DECEMBER 8, 2022

With an ongoing need for companies to cultivate trust with customers, building an executive’s social media presence is a critical way to communicate company values in a humanized and authentic way. Understand why creating a social media strategy is important for your brand and your executive. Happy posting!

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Stern + Associates

MAY 8, 2023

Social media has become an essential integrated marketing channel for B2B companies. According to a survey by Content Marketing Institute, 95% of B2B marketers use social media to distribute content. For example, let’s say you’re a B2B company that sells cybersecurity services.

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B2B Social Media Company SMB 118

Melissa Agnes

DECEMBER 21, 2014

Between what happened in Ferguson, New York, Phoenix, Cleveland, California… this crisis continues to spiral out of control with the divide between community and police continuing to grow. But unfortunately, there is currently a lack of true leadership on behalf of law enforcement around the country. This needs to stop.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

DECEMBER 4, 2018

The United Nations Foundation (UNF)’s Girl Up campaign, for example, relies heavily on digital platforms such as Instagram , Facebook , YouTube videos, and blogs to encourage youth to advocate for health, education, and leadership for girls everywhere. A new Pew Research Center survey of U.S. Tip #2: Let youth share their own stories.

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Nonprofit Storytelling Instagram Facebook 240

Communications Conversations

MARCH 29, 2019

Last week, I shared my news that I’ll be teaching social media at the University of St. Now, she’s crushing it at Best Buy in social media marketing. So, I asked a few key local leaders for up-and-coming social media or communications superstars they admire. They had to be younger than 30.

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Social Media Agriculture Marketing Media 128

Reputation Us

JANUARY 23, 2025

This reflects the overall sentiments of their executive team, staff, customers, communities, vendors and online communities. Building a Positive Reputation Through Thought Leadership The power of thought leadership in positioning executive or an entire organization as industry experts.

Reputation 78

Reputation Crisis Insurance Insurance 78

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 29, 2020

Now is the time to ramp up customer-centric measures like community service and thought leadership – which classic PR programs deliver very well. In times of crisis, change, or transition, leadership is critically important. For most organizations, that means C-level communications is under scrutiny.

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Marketing Leadership Crisis Healthcare 225

5W PR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Media Relations Establishing robust connections with pertinent journalists and media outlets is vital for obtaining valuable press coverage. Thought Leadership Elevating company executives as thought leaders within their sector can boost credibility and draw attention.

Product Launch 78

Product Launch B2B Industry Case Study 78

PRSay

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Host John Elsasser, editor-in-chief of PRSA’s Strategies & Tactics publication, asked Prince to describe Taco Bell’s brand voice on social media. “We Through social media listening, “we take inspiration from our consumers, from culture” for Taco Bell’s digital content, he said. Prince said.

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Energy Consumer Social Media Leadership 74

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 5, 2017

As communicators, we will be increasingly asked not only to create relationships and generate coverage for brands and organizations, but to build the kind of relationships that actually influence behavior, and do so in a transparent way. According to a 2015 Chief Communications Officer survey by Korn Ferry , CCOs in the U.S.

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Onclusive

OCTOBER 3, 2017

Here is what they told us: “Your brand will no longer be defined by a logo or cute creative ad, but by your thought leadership: Content Marketing and the way we experience that content is the key to your brand identity.”. Use social media marketing – such as Facebook – to build awareness for your brand.

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Branding Brand eBook Leadership 246

5W PR

JANUARY 22, 2025

What starts as a single negative comment or review can spread across social networks within minutes, potentially damaging a brand’s reputation before teams even know there’s a problem. Social media amplifies both positive and negative messages, making swift, strategic crisis management more critical than ever.

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