October, 2020

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Media Outlet Availability on PR Efforts | Business Wire Blog

Business Wire

One of the common refrains in the public relations industry is that PR is getting harder because there are fewer publications to pitch. Is this actually true? How would we know? We know, of course, that large-scale closings have been tracked by organizations like The Poynter Institute , especially since the beginning of the pandemic. But these are typically one-off outlets, and don’t show the overall change in the industry.

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The Importance of Platform-Specific Content

Ronn Torossian

The list of social media platforms available to the regular user seems to be constantly growing. Marketing industry pros must have probably heard of most, if not all of them. And while the number of platforms and their type is changing, there’s one thing that remains constant: social media is staying and the public is […]. The post The Importance of Platform-Specific Content appeared first on.

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Measuring Earned Media Quality to Prove the Value of PR – Edmunds

Onclusive

Edmunds is not just a category-leading brand in the automotive industry; it is also a top media publication that caters to both consumers and businesses. When the COVID-19 crisis hit in March of 2020, Edmunds faced an additional challenge of quickly adjusting its strategy in response to the lockdowns and other lifestyle and economic disruptions. In this new reality, the communications team also needed to continuously monitor competitors’ responses to the crisis and measure how the brand’s effort

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How Paid And Organic Social Media Work Together

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Social media marketing and PR have recently become inseparable. That’s because social media plays a large role in most consumer and B2B PR programs. Of course, the right strategy is key to success, but for amplifying or growing the results of a strong PR program, the best option is usually a blend of paid and organic social media. Fully 86% of B2B marketers combine paid and organic social tactics.

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The Upside of Leaked Internal Communications: 2024 Mini Benchmark Report

Leaked internal communications can be strategically valuable assets rather than just risks to manage. When used proactively, these leaks can highlight leadership and innovation—qualities that resonate in today’s media. By approaching internal comms with a dual-purpose approach, companies shift from mere risk avoidance to leveraging these moments as credible public messages around strategy.

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The Most Captivating Path to PR-ROI: Making the PR-to-Sales Connection

Cision

To illustrate quantifying PR’s influence on sales, we examine how Ford Motor Company’s launch of the Ford Mustang Mach-E generated media coverage, awareness and sales.

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Hispanic, Latino/a, Latinx: Celebrating a Growing Cultural Heritage | Business Wire Blog

Business Wire

Since 1988, the United States has celebrated National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15-October 15. During this month, we honor the countless cultural and societal contributions of more than 60 million Hispanic Americans. Also of mention, Hispanics are the largest minority group in the U.S. and account for roughly 18% of the nation’s total population.

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Ready for the Holiday Season?

Ronn Torossian

Kids may not be permitted to sit on Santa’s lap this year but with more people browsing and shopping online these days, brands need to be tech-ready for the holiday season in spite of uncertainty over what it might look like because of the pandemic. Here’s a look at the important tech tools brands should […]. The post Ready for the Holiday Season?

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News Release Benchmarks for Healthcare & BioTechnology

Onclusive

In 2019, Onclusive and Business Wire teamed up to identify the characteristics of a winning news release. In a first-of-its kind research study, we analyzed 15,000 press releases across two dozen industries to better understand how they affect generating syndicated pick-up, social media engagement, and editorial coverage. The findings suggested the best days and times to distribute those releases, how broadly they should be distributed, and in what format the releases should be sent.

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How To Set Expectations In Public Relations

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Public relations is known for being versatile, occasionally glamorous, and, yes, stressful. In fact, CareerCast listed “PR executive” as one of the top ten most stressful gigs in its 2019 Most Stressful Jobs report. Some of the pressure we encounter in PR is preventable, however. We’ve all worked with, and been stressed out by, demanding bosses or clients that expect unrealistic outcomes.

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The Importance of Personalizing Your Press Release for Journalists

Journalists receive an overwhelming number of press releases daily, making it hard for your news to stand out. While some news is valuable, most is not.

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The 7 Deadly Sins of Blogging and How to Avoid Them

Cision

Being a serial writer is a demanding and mysterious craft. Have you committed one of these 7 blog killers?

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Tesla Slams the Brakes on PR

Flack's Revenge

Pixabay. The EV blog Electrek broke the news last week that Tesla is dissolving its PR department. Editor-in-chief Fred Lambert’s story covered journalists’ growing frustrations with the comms team leading up to its shutdown. He wrote: Electrek can confirm that Tesla has dissolved its PR department — technically becoming the first automaker who doesn’t talk to the press… The move has been confirmed. at the highest level at Tesla with the source saying, ‘We no longer have

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Navigating Deal Communications

Business Wire

Mergers, acquisitions, divestitures – these are some of the most challenging communication scenarios investor relations and corporate teams face. And even in the face of a global pandemic, they continue to happen and impact organizations, introducing risk, uncertainty and, at times, even brand ambiguity.

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Company Press Kit: Examples & Guidelines from PR Experts

Prowly

When it comes to getting coverage, PR specialists should take no chances. Since most stories require a bit of advanced research: the easiest you make for the reporters to find accurate information about the business you represent, the better for your PR efforts. How to increase the likelihood of journalists writing well-informed articles about your […].

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Do's and Don'ts: How to Pitch Your Press Release to Journalists

Speaker: Michelle Garrett, PR Consultant, Author, Speaker

Yes - press releases are still relevant in the world of public relations! 🎯 Ever wondered how to write a compelling press release, or what are current best practices for pitching your news to earn media coverage? In this exclusive webinar with Michelle Garrett, PR Consultant, we’ll cover tips and advice to help you get the most out of each piece of news you pitch!

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Onclusive + RepTrak Partner to Merge Reputation & PR Metrics

Onclusive

Today, I am excited to announce that Onclusive and The RepTrak Company have entered into a strategic partnership to combine the world’s leading reputation metrics with AI-powered media analytics. The partnership is designed to help companies take control of their reputation and public relations priorities by bringing together two of the most important data sets for the modern communicator.

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Making The Most Of Virtual Event Experiences

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

As we move into the fourth quarter of this interminable year, many of us in PR are eager to turn the page. But at least we’re not conference organizers! The pandemic has imposed real challenges on B2B tech companies who rely on conferences and event marketing for branding, lead generation, and customer retention. By the same token, many business executives rely on attending, speaking, or sponsoring in-person trade shows for their own visibility and thought leadership, and to stay on top of trend

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The 2020 State of the Election Part VI

Cision

The sixth in our blog series on media analysis of the 2020 U.S. Presidential Election, this week looks at the vice-presidential debates— yes, including that fly.

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Using Our Voices to Advocate for Diversity and Inclusion

PRSay

In October, PRSA celebrates Diversity & Inclusion Month, featuring programs presented by the PRSA D&I Committee. This year’s theme is “Transforming the Landscape.” Please join the #PRDiversity discussion via @PRSADiversity and follow along with our D&I-related blog posts, webinars and Twitter Chats throughout the month. The events of 2020 have profoundly impacted all of our lives, from the COVID-19 pandemic to global protests calling for racial justice.

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Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?

Whether your organization is at the start of its sustainability and impact journey or years into it, many brands share a common concern: the uncertainty of whether they are sending stakeholders mixed messages. Creating content that speaks to your audience's “love language” can be a tricky dance. But, worry not! 3BL has put together tips to ensure that your content not only finds its rhythm but also resonates with your target audiences.

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UK Survey Results Reveal PR Industry in Upheaval as it Comes to Terms with COVID-19 and Brexit | Business Wire Blog

Business Wire

Productivity planning is crucial to business resilience finds the latest #FuturePRoof survey. Organisations need to plan for dips in productivity as the human impact of the Coronavirus pandemic takes hold. This is the headline finding of a #FuturePRoof survey of the public relations industry to understand the effect COVID-19 has had on practitioners both personally and professionally.

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9 Tips for Running an Effective PR Campaign

Prowly

Every effective PR campaign out there follows a few general time tested rules that make the campaign more profitable and more likely to reap results. Putting some of these tips into practice is a good way to ensure that your campaign is more effective for your business whether it is an online business or a […]. The post 9 Tips for Running an Effective PR Campaign appeared first on Prowly Magazine.

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Do’s and don’ts to avoid having your pitch mocked on Twitter

Agility PR Solutions

Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock with your phone face down, then you know the latest trend on social media is the collective slander of bad PR pitches reporters receive and screenshot for their followers to mock on Twitter. This new era of public shaming happens when a reporter takes to their timeline to […]. The post Do’s and don’ts to avoid having your pitch mocked on Twitter appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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6 Things Cybersecurity PR Pros Should Do To Stand Out

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Global spending on cybersecurity products and services will exceed $1 trillion by 2021. The sector’s accelerated growth, however, makes it hard for companies to stand out. That means cybersecurity PR pros must be savvy, creative and tactical to ensure their companies are noticed by target audiences. . In honor of Cybersecurity Awareness Month here are six ways to help providers stand out in the cybersecurity space.

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Adapting to the Future: The Evolving Role of Crisis Management Firms in a Rapidly Changing World

As the Internet continues to grow and change, the role of Online Crisis Management firms is evolving. This article explores how these firms are adapting to the new topography of Online Crisis Management. Through interviews with industry experts and case studies, we uncover the key strategies and tactics that are driving success in this dynamic field.

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De är nominerade i topp 20 när Cision PR Influencer Award firar 10 år

Cision

Cision PR Influencer Award delas ut för 10:e gången den 26 november 2020 och idag offentliggörs de 20 PR-konsulter som är nominerade i år.

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COVID-19 fatigue: Why do I feel so miserable?

Stephen Waddington

Crisis management experts explain the life cycle of the COVID-19 crisis, your current mood, and what you can do about it. Several people in my network have experienced significant issues with mood swings and acute mental health issues in the past two weeks. Anger, anxiety, and depression are all common. I chair a networking group of entrepreneurs. Earlier this week a manager described his team as going feral.

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Addressing the Small-Cap Dilemma to Capture Investor Mindshare with Four Alternative Strategies | Business Wire Blog

Business Wire

Attracting investor attention has been a long-standing dilemma for small-cap issuers, especially due to their lower IR resources. While small-cap companies deal with inherent headwinds of liquidity constraints, lack of sell-side coverage exacerbated by MiFID II, and trading volatility, they are also inherently nimble due to their smaller size. Operating with agility and an entrepreneurial approach, many smaller companies can pivot and profit from a crisis, such as the global coronavirus pandemic

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What To Do When A Journalist Goes Quiet (And How to Avoid That)

Prowly

Captain Jean-Luc Picard famously said “It is possible to commit no mistakes and still lose. That is not a weakness; that is life.” It’s a quote every PR specialist worth their salt should remember because in our line of work it’s often truer than not. We’ve all been there. You’ve done your research, you sent […]. The post What To Do When A Journalist Goes Quiet (And How to Avoid That) appeared first on Prowly Magazine.

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Communicating During a Crisis & Navigating the Chaos

Speaker: Shawna Bruce, Director of M.D. Bruce & Associates Ltd.

Are you ready to face the unexpected? When the stakes are high and the pressure is on, there's no time to waste - you must be prepared to communicate clearly and confidently. In today's unpredictable world, mastering the art of crisis communication is a must-have skill for any public relations professional. Whether you're facing a weather disaster, a cyber attack, or a PR nightmare, knowing how to craft a clear and compelling message can mean the difference between chaos and calm, confusion and

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Communicators Can Help Americans Vote in 2020

PRSay

In October, PRSA celebrates Diversity & Inclusion Month, featuring programs presented by the PRSA D&I Committee. This year’s theme is “Transforming the Landscape.” Please join the #PRDiversity discussion via @PRSADiversity and follow along with our D&I-related blog posts, webinars and Twitter Chats throughout the month. On Nov. 3, Americans will cast their votes for President and for state and local candidates.

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Using Tech Tools for Maximum PR Coverage

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Most PR agencies perform the same daily tasks – targeted media outreach, meticulous coverage tracking, and competitive monitoring, among others. Yet the tools that PR teams use can make the difference between a project and an ongoing retainer relationship. Below are ten tools PR professionals can use to impress their clients and maximize efficiency.

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5 Apps to Help Boost Creativity for Writers

Cision

If you're feeling unfocused and could use a boost of motivation and inspiration, check out these smartphone apps to get you back on a creative track.