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8 Tips for Maximizing Your International Press Release | Business Wire Blog

Business Wire

There is no doubt today that we are part of a global economy. With a click, we can purchase goods made next door or halfway around the world. For many companies, this provides exciting opportunities to enter into new markets faster than ever before. But increasing brand visibility in unfamiliar markets is not always easy. Each market has different expectations for and by media, including varying requirements for news releases, local market language considerations and more.

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PR without borders (and offices!)

The Resolution Blog

It’s January 2021 and most PR agencies are working with pandemic-led restrictions. However, no longer working in the same office doesn’t have to have a negative effect. In fact, one agency set this approach as their launch strategy and have never looked back. In this episode Stella interviews Brendon Craigie, the co-founder and managing partner […].

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Setting up your communications team for success using goals and metrics aligned with business impact

Onclusive

This week, we’re wrapping up our January blog series focused on “ The Executive’s Guide to Building and Leading an Impactful Communications Team ”. In this article, we reveal the process that communication-savvy executives use to set SMART communications goals aligned with the company’s business objectives, and how they measure success of communications initiatives with metrics that matter.

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Omnichannel: Here for the Long Haul

Ronn Torossian

Although online sales comprised just 16% of total retail sales based on recent estimates from both the U.S. Commerce Department and Digital Commerce 360, online is vital to retailers. The reason? Forrester Research says consumers are going online to browse, compare prices and check inventory before purchasing and concluded that as much as 36% of […].

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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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From Chinese to English: 7 Interlingual Communication Tips for Writing a Press Release | Business Wire Blog

Business Wire

Business Wire is proud to serve an international clientele, offering them a comprehensive selection of local, regional, national and international news release distribution options to maximize the reach and impact of their news. Many of our circuits include local language distribution. With English being the lingua franca of the business world, press releases that originate from the Asia Pacific region are often written in English by native Chinese speakers.

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3 ways Onclusive is helping SMG advance its content marketing efforts

Onclusive

As the roles and responsibilities of marketers continue to blur, finding the right technology solutions is critical. With responsibility for earned, owned, and social media at SMG , I’m tasked with connecting the dots between our content marketing and our business outcomes. Here are 3 ways Onclusive has helped us advance our content marketing practice: Advanced Analytics.

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How to Keep Your PR Email List in Great Shape

Prowly

“The money is in the list” is a common adage in email marketing. It applies to PR professionals, too – can you imagine doing your job without a media list? We rely on our databases to send press releases, pitch stories, and keep in touch with the media. But how reliable are your media contacts? […]. The post How to Keep Your PR Email List in Great Shape appeared first on Prowly Magazine.

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Upgrading your content marketing strategy—a step-by-step guide

Agility PR Solutions

Creating and producing high-quality content on a regular basis without the desired effect may leave you feeling hopeless. However, there are steps you can take to ensure a better result. Creating your content strategy from scratch may be tedious, but it is not a one-and-done type of thing. Your content strategy should be worked on […]. The post Upgrading your content marketing strategy—a step-by-step guide appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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UK Media Moves including The Yorkshire Post, New Scientist, STYLIST and more

Cision

Caroline Howley is now Engagement Editor for The Yorkshire Post; Anna Demming appointed Features Editor, Physics & Technology at the New Scientist; STYLIST announces multiple changes.

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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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No Going Back After COVID — Communications Trends for 2021

PRSay

Last year marked one of the most tumultuous times in history. A global pandemic, economic downturns, political uncertainty and broad public protest over racial inequality had an insurmountable impact. The effects will be felt this year and beyond and fuel the10company’s top 10 2021 communications trends, each with significant implications for companies and executives: 1.

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How to Plan PR Events?

Prowly

We’re all looking forward to the day when events, conferences, and professional get-togethers of every size and purpose can get back to the way they were before the spring of 2020. We hope that day arrives sooner rather than later but we can all be sure of one thing—events will be back in a big […]. The post How to Plan PR Events? appeared first on Prowly Magazine.

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Media relations in the post-COVID world: 8 best practices

Agility PR Solutions

The COVID-19 pandemic brought big changes to the way people live and conduct business. Amidst this huge global change, the traditional ways of communication play a lesser role than in the past. With people shifting from going to an office to working from home, many now rely more on digital platforms to communicate, conduct business, and […]. The post Media relations in the post-COVID world: 8 best practices appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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14 #FreelanceChat Guests Offer Their Best Advice for Freelancers in 2021

Garrett Public Relations

Freelancing has never been easy, but it is more popular than ever. There are now about 1.1 billion freelancers around the world. Managing your own freelance business involves wearing many hats. As a long-time self-employed freelance consultant, I longed to support other freelancers, so I started #FreelanceChat on Twitter in Sept. 2018. As we head […].

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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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14 pragmatic social media trends to watch in 2021

Communications Conversations

Every year, about this time, I typically present to the local Social Media Breakfast chapter on the topic of social media trends. It’s one of my favorite days of the year. I don’t get down to the SMB meetings as much as I used to, so it’s a chance for me to reconnect with old friends–and meet a few new folks. However, this year, that’s been put on hold obviously.

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5 Steps to Turn Unlinked PR Mentions Into Links

Prowly

Most PR teams are thrilled when their PR campaign earns coverage. However, what’s disheartening is that a majority of these fantastic pieces of PR coverage go unlinked. This is especially true when press websites such as The Guardian, CNBC, and Daily Mail mention a brand without a link. Check this unlinked brand mention for Starbucks, […]. The post 5 Steps to Turn Unlinked PR Mentions Into Links appeared first on Prowly Magazine.

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Inauguration 2021: A Look at Key Themes and Coverage

Cision

As a follow up to our State of the Election series, Cision analyzed media coverage from Inauguration Day 2021. Get the findings and takeaways.

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8 Innovations in Public Relations Technology to Watch

Sword and the Script

Vendors are giving us reason to be optimistic about public relations technology – from AI that will predict your pitching success to more tangible PR measurement and attribution. Years ago, I had the opportunity to be a PR director for a publicly-traded company that developed and sold software to the PR market. It was an interesting job, particularly from a B2B tech PR perspective.

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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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3 helpful tips for becoming a quality spokesperson

Agility PR Solutions

As any business owner understands, talking to the media is a part of the job. There is a huge difference between just speaking to reporters and being able to effectively make your point in a manner that helps to build ongoing relationships, create positive news and coverage, and becoming someone that the reporter wants to […]. The post 3 helpful tips for becoming a quality spokesperson appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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Report: Amid Growing Mistrust of Governments and Media, Business Must Provide Credible Information

PRSay

After a turbulent year of the coronavirus pandemic, civil unrest and political instability, public mistrust of societal institutions is widespread around the world, Edelman’s 2021 Trust Barometer finds. The PR firm’s annual survey, which tracks public sentiment about business, government, nongovernmental organizations and media, says ordinary citizens feel misled and don’t trust the leaders of those institutions “to do what is right.”.

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Get Your Daily Dose of News From These 10 Trusted Health & Wellness Sites

Cision

Each month we highlight a select number of news sites under a timely category. Here are some of our favorites for health and wellness.

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7 unexpected ways social listening can help your business

Awario

In this article, we'll look at how you can use social listening to improve your marketing, SEO, competitor research, and head hunting.

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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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Opening the C-suite to women—4 key barriers to overcome for greater top-level gender equity

Agility PR Solutions

What traits make a good leader? It depends on who you ask, according to a new report from management consulting firm Oliver Wyman. Men and women across all industries have different views on what a “good” leader is—agreeing on only one key trait in their top three. The new report, Making the Invisible Visible, reveals that men […].

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Book review: Post Corona by Scott Galloway

Stephen Waddington

Post Corona is an early version of the history of the past 12 months and a guidebook for the changes to come in business and society. We’re still in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s too early to predict the future of business and society but NYU Stern School of Business Stern Professor and serial entrepreneur Scott Galloway has made a good start in his new book Post Corona: From Crisis to Opportunity.

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MLK Day: A Day of Celebration and Giving Back

Cision

In remembrance of Martin Luther King, Jr., our colleagues across Cision shared their thoughts on what MLK Day means to them.

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Linda Blakley’s Journey as a Black Woman in PR

Culpwrit

By Zoë Ihaza Linda Blakley is a results-driven communications professional with over 20 years of experience in the public relations industry. Blakley currently serves as vice president for university communications at DePaul University in Chicago. She has expertise in strategic communications, media relations, crisis communications, and other disciplines in the industry.

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Peter H. Paulsen’s Inspiring Tale Continues to Resonate in 2024

Two years after its initial release, Peter H. Paulsen’s book, From Brick and Mortar to Prosperity, continues to inspire readers around the globe.

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5 PR tips for the start of the year

Agility PR Solutions

The start of the year can often be slower for businesses, and this may discourage you from wanting to put much effort into your PR strategy. However, it is important not to let your efforts slow even though business may be down slightly. If you are struggling with the motivation and creativity needed to keep […]. The post 5 PR tips for the start of the year appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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10 things PR professionals need to know about security

Muck Rack

10 things PR professionals need to know about security

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Cision CMO Makes the Latest ‘OUTstanding 100 LGBT+ Executives List’

Cision

For third consecutive year, Cision CMO Maggie Lower has been named among the 'OUTstanding 100 LGBT+ Executives.'.

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