Agility PR Solutions

MAY 12, 2024

A 2022 study that surveyed more than a thousand PR professionals found that almost 60 percent of them faced ethical challenges during their regular workday. Moreover, to combat these challenges, 85 percent undertook ethics training. Considering we’re now in the golden age of digital media and AI, the ethical and moral challenges concerning the PR […] The post Ethical communication in the digital age: Best practices for building trust and credibility appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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Stuart Bruce

MAY 14, 2024

Every year there are a multitude of useful and interesting global reports published about reputation, risk, resilience and trust. We feature many of them in … © Stuart Bruce - Reputation, risk and resilience – the ultimate report was first published on Stuart Bruce's Stuart Bruce the PR Futurist - Stuart Bruce on the future of public relations, communications, corporate affairs, reputation, crisis communications and measurement and evaluation.

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Steve Barrett on PR

MAY 17, 2024

After a tough year of global economic uncertainty and geopolitical turbulence the range, profile and contribution of the PR profession across numerous metrics was impressive to see.

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PRSay

MAY 15, 2024

For more articles on crisis management, please check out the May 2024 issue of Strategies & Tactics. The “Stealing Thunder Theory” of crisis communications has been a critical tool for PR counselors for decades. And as businesses and organizations seek to achieve greater transparency and to mitigate the impact of a crisis on overall trust and reputation, it’s proven successful.

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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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Agility PR Solutions

MAY 15, 2024

Managing your online reputation? Start by monitoring your digital footprint across social media and review sites, using tools like Google Alerts to stay updated. Engage with feedback quickly, setting up alerts for new reviews and crafting thoughtful responses to both praise and criticism. Encourage happy customers to leave positive reviews, enhancing your brand’s credibility.

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OnePitch

MAY 16, 2024

A lot of folks in comms roles come from diverse backgrounds, from journalist, to project and program management, to social media and more. There isn't one set of skills needed to "win" at practicing PR, rather, there are a host of skills that we employ to help us be successful in this field and beyond. Regardless of how you ended up in the comms or PR field, how long you've been practicing in the industry, or where you intend to go next with your career, this dynamic field gives us some pretty g

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Contently - Strategy

MAY 13, 2024

We get it: Articles about the death of third-party cookies feel a little like a Boy Who Cried Wolf situation. Google has reportedly been rolling out this shift for years. The company first announced the move in February 2020—only to postpone the implementation timeline every year since. According to Forrester, in 2023, more than half of global marketers thought the whole thing was a bluff.

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Agility PR Solutions

MAY 13, 2024

As brands and businesses struggle to win digital trust, it’s no surprise that this goal remains so elusive when you consider the continued escalation of cybersecurity shortfalls—new research from risk management firm Prevalent reveals that well over half (61 percent) of companies experienced a third-party data breach or cybersecurity incident last year.

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Prowly

MAY 16, 2024

Forget the generic press releases and social media blasts of yesteryear. This year, it’s your time to shine and create catchy content for Special Days you want to celebrate – based on PR experience and data. We’ve got you covered and have prepared a list of days you should mark in your PR calendar for […] The post The Ultimate PR Calendar for 2024: Special Days, Holidays & Events appeared first on Prowly Blog.

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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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OnePitch

MAY 13, 2024

Joni Sweet is a freelance writer covering travel, health, and wellness with bylines in Forbes, National Geographic, TIME, Trip Savvy, Lonely Planet, and more.

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Sword and the Script

MAY 14, 2024

A poll of 292 marketing leaders finds CMOs attribute success to marketing talent – and they are making the case that growth requires them to hire more What would you do with an unexpected extra $1 million in the marketing budget ? The CMO Survey polled 292 marketing leaders and asked this question. The number one answer CMOs gave was that they’d invest it in talent (17%) – both hiring and professional development.

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Agility PR Solutions

MAY 16, 2024

In the landscape of public relations, digital assistants have emerged as game-changers. For media outreach professionals, understanding and leveraging these tools is no longer optional but essential. These sophisticated aids streamline processes, personalize pitches, and provide insights that were once beyond reach. And so the question stands: How exactly are digital assistants reshaping the media […] The post 7 ways digital assistants are changing the media outreach game appeared first on

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Prowly

MAY 17, 2024

The PR software market gives you a wide range of options to choose from – and a hard time to choose the best one for you. This article aims to help you make the right pick with a comprehensive comparison of the best Meltwater alternatives. Who is the competition for Meltwater? Prowly Muck Rack Cision […] The post Top 5 Meltwater Alternatives in 2024 appeared first on Prowly Blog.

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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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PR Fuel

MAY 12, 2024

Many press releases don’t meet their intended reach. You may publish on various websites, but often, they disappear into the online void, unseen by your audience. Press releases alone can struggle to compete in today’s. Read More The post Press Releases and SEO: Tips for Expanding Your Reach appeared first on eReleases.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

MAY 16, 2024

The information in this post originally appeared on Public Relations Global Network’s blog. Grace Haekyung Son, Managing Director of PR House We are pleased to share the next post in a series of in-depth profiles of key international markets written by one of our PRGN partners. Faces and Markets of PRGN is a series of blog posts in 2024 that puts Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) member agencies and their markets in the spotlight.

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Agility PR Solutions

MAY 16, 2024

AI security and governance have taken a back seat to the business-boosting promise of AI so far in the young life of the wunderkind tech, as business leaders froth at the mouth imagining the realization of AI’s potential. New research from data security firm Immuta announced The AI Security & Governance Report more closely explores […] The post The double-edged sword: The risks and rewards of AI examined in new study—does productivity boost counter security and privacy risks?

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Prowly

MAY 17, 2024

You’ve surely heard about big influencers that earn tons of money on collabs with brands. But have you considered the power of micro-influencers? A whopping 82% of consumers stated that a recommendation from a small influencer is more reliable to them. So if you are looking for solid authority and a reliable image that will […] The post Why Micro-Influencers Should Be a Part of Your PR Strategy (w/Tips & Examples) appeared first on Prowly Blog.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MAY 14, 2024

Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) is Thursday, May 16, 2024. GAAD aims to get people talking, thinking, and learning about digital accessibility and inclusion — and the more than one billion people with disabilities/impairments. Social media accessibility is about creating social media content in a way that everyone, including people with all forms of disabilities, can access and interact with it.

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HMA Public Relations

MAY 16, 2024

As Mikayla concludes her internship at HMA Public Relations, she's sharing the firsthand insights and experience she gained during her time at the agency that have helped her explore the world of public relations, content creation, and communication. Read more on the importance of internships!

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Agility PR Solutions

MAY 14, 2024

How strong is your agency’s company culture? A positive culture keeps your team motivated and productive. A negative culture has the opposite effect. You’ll have unhappy employees, potentially leading to bad public relations and damaging client relationships. That’s why so many organizations emphasize company culture. If you’re reading this, you may be concerned that your […] The post 9 ways to improve your agency’s company culture appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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Prowly

MAY 16, 2024

Did you know that 88% of people check their email multiple times per day? And despite that, you’re still not getting in touch with the right people. The problem may lie in the kinds of tools you’re (not) using and today we’re going to help you with just that. Here are some tools that will […] The post 20 Best Outreach Tools for PR, Sales and Marketing – a 2024 List (w/ Features & Pricing) appeared first on Prowly Blog.

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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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PRSay

MAY 17, 2024

Two bipartisan lawmakers have drafted legislation to retire a 28-year-old provision that shields Big Tech companies from liability for the material that people post on their platforms. Reps. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Wash.) and Frank Pallone Jr. (D-N.J.) co-authored a Wall Street Journal Op-Ed on May 12, arguing that Section 230 of the 1996 Communications Decency Act “is now poisoning the healthy online ecosystem it once fostered.

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HMA Public Relations

MAY 13, 2024

We are back with another #MediaMonday feature from MacKenzie Brower, who returns as the news editor for the Paradise Valley Independent. Learn more about MacKenzie's current role, the stories she is looking for, fun facts and much more in this post.

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Agility PR Solutions

MAY 14, 2024

It’s been more than 18 months since Generative AI appeared, and within weeks it became a business priority. Sure, it’s been a remarkable tool for productivity, automation and generating content, but it’s also been a major threat to cybersecurity, escalating the frequency and sophistication of breaches, hacks and scams—and despite all this power, the tech […] The post The AI reality in 2024: New research affirms gaping holes in AI knowledge, training and policies—but 7 in 10 staffers are us

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Prowly

MAY 15, 2024

A comparison of the most popular UK media databases, including the biggest providers like Gorkana, as well as more affordable options for freelancers & PR teams with smaller budgets. The post UK Media Database Comparison – Pricing & Features [2024 Update] appeared first on Prowly Blog.

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

Institute for Public Relations

MAY 14, 2024

The Bipartisan Policy Center examined who the public trusts to deliver information about how to vote, election administration, and election results. A survey of over 2,155 registered voters across the United States was conducted from Oct. 14-15, 2022, in Colorado (805 voters), Georgia (809 voters), and Wisconsin (501 voters). Key findings include: 1.

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Contently - Strategy

MAY 11, 2024

My partner and I have a sacred weekend ritual: Pizza Fridays. A few weeks ago, we found ourselves in Minneapolis, a city neither of us know well, for the occasion. Naturally, we turned to our go-to expert on all things local and delicious: Google. A quick search for “best pizza near me” yielded several promising prospects, and we selected one for our weekly fix.

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Agility PR Solutions

MAY 12, 2024

Global Accessibility Awareness Day is later this week on May 16, and with large-scale legislation now in place, web accessibility should be plateauing based on the established requirements. Web designers are prioritizing accessibility when developing their digital experiences, but new research from real-world testing and digital quality firm Applause suggests a disconnect between making accessibility […] The post Accessibility hits a roadblock: Companies are prioritizing inclusive design m

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