Flack's Revenge

APRIL 24, 2018

The NY Tech Meetup mail list is a great way to keep up with the local tech community and make connections. Every day founders, developers, service providers, journalists and VCs hold forth on a range of tech and entrepreneurship topics. It’s a noisy list, and the debate can get heated. So, I was eager when I saw a post about PR but also anxious about the crowd reaction, as I find that there can be a lot of confusion about the topic.

Agency 159

Agency Strategy Crisis Management Pitching 159

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 26, 2018

For almost two years, protests during the national anthem before the game have been a growing PR challenge for the National Football League. With the 2018 NFL draft beginning today in Dallas, speculation has intensified about whether the demonstrations will continue through the 2018 season and how the league will manage them. Since 2015, NFL ratings have declined 8% in 2016 and almost 10% last season.

Reputation 136

Reputation Corporate Crisis Construction 136

The Proactive Report

APRIL 27, 2018

Rank Fishkin is very smart when it comes to what’s happening in the world of Search Engine Optimization. (SEO) His latest blog post is about the trend for searchers to find what they want right on the search results page (SERP) and not bother to click though to a website. The gist of the report is that over the last few years the number of people who actually click a result and visit a website as a result of a search is dwindling.

SEO 100

SEO Mobile Engineering Google 100

Deirdre Breakenridge

APRIL 25, 2018

Last year, the PR Expanded blog community conducted an experiment with student written articles. The response was positive with professionals and educators giving encouragement and helping to share the student guest posts. This year, the student experiment moved to a new level when I teamed up with Jason Mollica, who is a friend and colleague and professor at American University.

Blogging 171

Blogging Education Video Community 171

Advertisement

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.

Internal

Ronn Torossian

APRIL 24, 2018

The transition back to a ‘normal’ life can be tough for many former professional athletes. They go from the highly-regimented workouts and schedules, the constant stress and competition, the emotional highs and lows, and the adoring fans, to… well … to, what? That’s often the hardest question to answer. Some transition into coaching or commentary, staying close to the sport that brought them wealth and fame.

Sports 150

Sports Blogging Industry Publicity 150

The Resolution Blog

APRIL 23, 2018

She said that’s ok. I don’t need your insight. [link] Ok baby do what you please. I have the metrics that you want I am the thing that you need The client looked me deep in the eyes They say there’s no turning back How can you plan your next thing They said they’re not coming back Because he’s distrusting of me… Dirty Data, nah Dirty Data, nah Dirty Daaa?

Data 120

Data Measurement Examples Tools 120

Prowly

APRIL 24, 2018

PR is all about positive branding. Today, this concept is so much more than just setting a color scheme and picking a recognizable logo. It is about creating a persona that encapsulates every aspect of your business so it can be easily communicated to your audience. The post How to Get Your Customers More Involved with Your PR and Branding Strategy appeared first on Prowly Magazine.

Strategy 135

Strategy Branding Brand How To 135

Ronn Torossian

APRIL 23, 2018

As Wells Fargo waited to find out how much it would have to pay for past transgressions, an Australian bank hit the headlines for admitting to billing clients for fees. The catch: those clients had been dead for years, and at least some people at the bank knew it. Commonwealth Bank of Australia admitted as much during a government investigation, saying the practice of billing dead customers for “financial advice” went back years, in one case at least a decade. .

Banking 150

Banking Government Financial Blogging 150

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 24, 2018

Most people think of third-party influencers as YouTube stars with millions of subscribers, or Instagram gurus pushing beauty products. For B2B companies, third-party influencers can require more time and effort to cultivate, but they yield far-reaching results over the long term. Influencer PR for B2B is about nurturing genuine relationships with personalities who can influence the customer journey, from lead generation to purchase and beyond.

B2B 136

B2B Branding Brand Trade Shows 136

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.

Media

PRSay

APRIL 23, 2018

Are the story ideas that non-PR people bring to you usually lame? Like when a client or someone in another department says, “Oh, we’re doing this thing and it would make a great press release — the media will all want to know about it.” You cringe because you know that nine times out of 10, the next thing out of their mouth is NOT going to be newsworthy.

How To 141

How To Pitching Course Media Relations 141

5W PR

APRIL 25, 2018

While everyone seems to know the term public relations , not everyone understands what it means. Though many organizations understand that PR is a great way to build on their marketing strategies and improve their online reputation, very few know much about what PR involves, or why certain companies invest so much time and effort into staying on top of their strategies.

Publicity 133

Publicity Reputation Agency Leadership 133

Garrett Public Relations

APRIL 22, 2018

Here’s a question I see A LOT in the public relations industry. “Are press releases still necessary?” Now, if you follow me, you’ll know I’m a fan of press releases. My first guest post ever was for PR Daily on this very subject (Enough with the death of the press release already). So, when I […]. The post You May Not NEED a Press Release – But Here’s Why You May Want to Write One Anyway appeared first on PR Consultant Garrett Public Relations Columbus/Worthington OH.

Writing 97

Writing Industry Publicity Small Business 97

Stephen Waddington

APRIL 24, 2018

The Global Alliance has published a capability framework for public relations. It results from a two year project led by Professor Anne Gregory and Dr Johanna Fawkes at the University of Huddersfield in the UK. It's an incredibly useful piece of work that enables employers to understand their team’s existing strengths and identify where training resources need to be committed.

Education 95

Education Ethics Resources Software 95

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!

Pitching

PRSay

APRIL 25, 2018

When word got out in mid-March that Facebook exposed raw data on up to 87 million accounts to political consulting firm Cambridge Analytics, many people voiced their discontent. The hashtag #DeleteFacebook started trending. Publications such as Fortune , CNBC and ZDNet wrote up comprehensive guides on how users could deactivate or cancel their accounts.

Facebook 136

Facebook Privacy Data Survey 136

Buzzstream

APRIL 25, 2018

Imagine this: You’ve done your research, have the name and position of the correct decision maker/influencer to reach out to, have drafted your perfect pitch, but… Their email address is nowhere to be found. It’s not on their about page nor author page, and a simple Google search of name + position + company leaves you empty-handed. But don’t worry!

LinkedIn 96

LinkedIn Web Tools Google 96

Communications Conversations

APRIL 24, 2018

A couple weeks ago, long,-time blogger, Mark Schaefer, got a lot of people going by bringing up a significant lightning-rod topic: the intolerance of the “hustle” culture. In the post, Schaefer talks about “Hustle” proponents and how they tend to look down on people who do not chase their dream or job hop for the sake of climbing the ladder.

Energy 87

Energy Engineering Corporate Writing 87

Presspage

APRIL 24, 2018

“The changing PR landscape” The first official press release was sent out in 1906, but now more than 100 years later both time and technology have changed the way we do PR. However, a traditional press release is still an important element of the majority of PR campaigns. One of the biggest differences we do see is in the audience. Previously, it was the press covering their stories for the newspapers, radio and later, television.

Newspapers 79

Newspapers Technology Television Radio 79

Advertisement

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.

Brand

PRSay

APRIL 27, 2018

I had a good idea of what was ahead. When I decided to take the APR plunge last year, I was a longtime PRSA member and not a rookie PR pro. So I knew the three basic parts would be, in my view, a series of essays about a campaign you participated in and your career in general, a presentation of your campaign to a panel of peers and a standardized examination.

Mobile 120

Mobile Writing Social Media Corporate 120

Axia PR

APRIL 23, 2018

Blockchain has received a lot of attention in recent months, especially after the explosive growth of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies in December. Many people associate blockchain solely with financial applications. Others see potential for blockchain technology in nearly all aspects of life. It’s helpful to have a basic understanding of what blockchain is in order to thoughtfully consider how it may help your company, including your public relations efforts.

Publicity 80

Publicity Financial Technology Company 80

PR in High Definition

APRIL 25, 2018

By the time you’re reading this, all UK organisations that employ 250 people or more have (or should have) published their gender pay gap. More than 10,000 large firms have provided details of their gender pay gap and so far, the results have shown that three-quarters of them pay men more than women. Yet despite the legal requirement to submit these figures, there is no obligation for organisations to take action and reduce their gender pay gap.

Branding 75

Branding Brand Employee Exercises 75

PR Conversations

APRIL 24, 2018

The PRoust Questionnaire provides a quick insight into a public relations practitioner’s interests and point of view, as well as her or his professional beliefs and values. If you are not familiar with the original 19th-century Proust Questionnaire, please see details at the end of this post. PRoust Questionnaire answers from José Manuel Velasco: What is your most striking characteristic as a PR practitioner?

Journalism 79

Journalism Ethics Film Construction 79

Advertisement

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.

Crisis Management

PRSay

APRIL 24, 2018

“If I knew then what I know now,” the old saying goes. Life is like that in all respects, sometimes more than others. There’s always much to learn, so much to do and so little time to do it. Yet personal motivation usually leads one on a path toward self-improvement because, after all, we all are lifelong learners. And we are lifelong teachers. That teaching-learning dynamic is the substance of becoming Accredited in Public Relations (APR) through PRSA.

Study 119

Study Resources Ethics Web 119

Shift Communications

APRIL 27, 2018

I can remember the first time I was afflicted by consumerism. The Sears Wishbook, fresh from its plastic wrap. Me with a felt tip pen circling Barbies and pajamas with Care Bears. Flash forward a decade, I leafed through Seventeen and took note of teen lit book recommendations, Farah Fawcett shampoo, Kissing Potion rollerball lip glosses and Lee overalls.

Television 68

Television Consumer Retail Community 68

Communications Conversations

APRIL 27, 2018

A few weeks ago, I noticed Alyssa Greve , director of content marketing at Cambria, touting a new Cambria blog on LinkedIn. Although corporate storytelling has been under fire a bit lately, I continue to be a strong supporter of such efforts–and this one, in particular, looked interesting. So, I reached out to Alyssa to get a little behind-the-curtain peek into how this new blog came about, how Alyssa and her team are managing it, and what they expect in terms of results in the first year.

Blogging 68

Blogging Pinterest SEO Examples 68

Beyond PR

APRIL 24, 2018

Wow, it’s been quite a year for the media. While traditional media has declined in popularity over the past decade or so, it seems to be making a small comeback of sorts. The New York Times reported more than 10 percent year-over-year revenue growth for the fourth quarter of 2017 and 7.7 percent for the entire year. The brand now has more than 2.6 million digital-only subscribers.

Media 75

Media Survey Pitching Journalism 75

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

Stephen Waddington

APRIL 24, 2018

In this edition of the #FuturePRoof podcast Sarah Hall and Stephen Waddington discuss the CIPR; Facebook; Wetherspoons; #AIinPR; and the #FuturePRoof NHS project. #1 CIPR President’s update: CBI membership It’s been a while since we caught up to record a podcast. Sarah’s been busy juggling her commitments as President of the CIPR, with her day job as agency boss.

Privacy 64

Privacy Government Facebook Data 64

Sword and the Script

APRIL 24, 2018

The idea behind long-term investing is straightforward: put a percentage of your earnings aside consistently over time and leave it alone. This allows interest, dividends and other capitals gains to be re-invested again and again so that it grows with a compounding effect. There are many examples of how this works, but one I stumbled upon recently by a financial advisory firm looks to me to be a good illustration.

Content Marketing 61

Content Marketing Financial Marketing Banking 61

PR in High Definition

APRIL 25, 2018

There’s no doubt that the recent revelations surrounding Facebook and Cambridge Analytica have brought the notion of personal privacy under even greater scrutiny. Throughout April, we have been finding out whether or not our own data was shared and, at a time when the GDPR regulations are now imminent, more and more of us are clamouring to better understand and protect our personal data.

Privacy 63

Privacy Newspapers Data Reputation 63