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Pitch the Media Today

PR for Anyone

Make sure to Like and Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and ring the bell so you’re notified of new videos by clicking HERE. Now is the best time to pitch the media, especially television. August is the slowest news time as so many people are traveling and don’t want to forego their vacation for a media appearance. Pitches are much lower this time of year so it’s a great opportunity for you to start pitching.

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Navigating Media At High-Profile Events

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

The bread and butter of B2B PR ? Industry events. Whether your brand is making a splash at a trade show or an executive is speaking at a conference, professional events combine direct customer contact with press opportunities. And the biggest of these events – like the Cannes Advertising Festival, the Consumer Electronics Show, or the E3 Expo, attract equally high-profile media.

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Five lessons communications teams need to learn from Rogers’ PR disaster

NewsWhip

On Friday, July 8th, 2022, Rogers Communications accidentally shut off its customers’ cell phone, Wi-Fi and cable service for 24 hours, resulting in a PR disaster for the Canadian telecom giant. We asked communications and crisis management expert Lloyd Rang — President and Narrative Lead of Curious Public — to share his thoughts on the lessons communications professionals can learn. .

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10 PR podcasts to listen to in 2022

Prowly

Podcasts have rapidly gone from “pod-what?” to a favorite way to keep up with everything from news & entertainment to hobbies & professional topics and a million things in between. Whether listening on the way to work, on a jog, during lunch or whenever, podcasts are now part of the daily routine for millions of […]. The post 10 PR podcasts to listen to in 2022 appeared first on Prowly Magazine.

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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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Hyper Targeting

Ronn Torossian

Companies have to pay constant attention to their audiences. When they do that, they can give the right content to the right audience at the right time. Consumers are being targeted with hundreds of thousands of different types of content daily, they are learning to pay less attention to irrelevant content on their devices. Paying […]. The post Hyper Targeting appeared first on.

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8 in 10 Gen Z consumers use social media to find new brands, citing better authenticity

Agility PR Solutions

New research from marketing-focused social advertising automation platform Smartly.io examines the role social media plays in how consumers connect and engage with brands and how the Gen Z mindset differs from the generations before it when it comes to interacting with social ads. The data collected provides brands with insight into Gen Z’s social media […].

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What We Learned From Adopting the Hybrid Work Model

PRSay

After two-plus years of the pandemic, many companies and organizations are looking to return their workforces to the office. Being together in the same physical location brings many benefits, but remote work offers advantages, too. A hybrid model that combines remote work with in-person office work has the potential to improve how you run your business, whether it’s in PR, marketing or any other sector.

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How Companies Can Rely on Analytics

Ronn Torossian

For companies to create better marketing campaigns that will generate positive results, they need to be relying on marketing analytics and the data that has been generated from previous promotional efforts. However, not every company can understand how it needs to go about utilizing the information that’s being generated. That’s why one of the best […].

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What A Media Kit Includes and Why It’s Critical (+Press Kit Examples)

PR Fuel

Your branding and reputation are more important than ever, you need to take them seriously. In today’s day and age, it’s harder to maintain your image when there’s hype starting to build around your product from various sources. You&#821. Read More The post What A Media Kit Includes and Why It’s Critical (+Press Kit Examples) appeared first on eReleases.

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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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PR leaders say their performance has improved since 2019, finds new Plank Center report

Agility PR Solutions

Did the pandemic and social turmoil drive improved performance for public relations leaders? For the first time since the Plank Center launched its biennial Leadership Report Card in 2015, the grade for overall performance rose to B-. “Following small declines in leader performance in 2017 and 2019, the 2021 Report Card marks improvements in overall leadership performance, and gains in […].

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Prowly #PRChat with Chaya Mistry, Director & Founder of Humanly

Prowly

Prowly #PRChat is where we put the spotlight on accomplished PR pros and get their advice, commentary, opinions and anything else they want to share. In this edition, we welcome Chaya Mistry to the stage. She trains, consults and speaks on the topic of communications across several platforms and leads the team at Humanly, where […]. The post Prowly #PRChat with Chaya Mistry, Director & Founder of Humanly appeared first on Prowly Magazine.

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Learning from The North Face Search Campaign

Ronn Torossian

Most of the big retail brands tend to face unique obstacles in terms of digital marketing because trying to manage a big international brand is not easy. That’s especially true when the company in question is multi-channeled which means it’s being sold digitally, through branded stores, directly, and through retailers. When trying to balance both […].

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The Coors Light

HMA Public Relations

With active NFL players prohibited from directly endorsing beer, Coors Light and quarterback Patrick Mahomes have found a clever way around the rule. Read more from Scott Hanson on the brand's hilarious new commercial.

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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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5 tips for using artificial intelligence in reputation management

Agility PR Solutions

In today’s digital news and social media age, monitoring what’s being said about your brand is becoming increasingly difficult. Things aren’t as they used to be, where someone who had a bad experience with a company would have just told a few people. Now, they can publish their views online and reach many people. Many […]. The post 5 tips for using artificial intelligence in reputation management appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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The Top Complaints B2B Sales and Marketing Have about Each Other

Sword and the Script

Both sales and marketing cite a “lack of willingness to collaborate” and say “communication” is the top barrier to correcting the problem. A big part of problem-solving is clearly identifying the issue. A survey of 329 B2B sales and marketing professionals commissioned by SharpSpring and conducted by Ascend2 does well to identify the problem of sales and marketing alignment.

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Bianchi PR’s Meet the Media Recap

Bianchi Biz Blog

In case you’ve missed any, here’s a recap of our most recent Meet the Media profiles: Jim Park, Freelance Editor at Heavy Duty Trucking & TruckNews. Jason Morgan, Content Director for Fleet Equipment. Sara Jensen, Technical Editor at Power & Motion. Charles Morris, Senior Editor at Charged. Robert Schoenberger, Editor-in-Chief at IndustryWeek.

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Direct Mail Is Alive and Well

HMA Public Relations

Cutting through the clutter to reach target audiences has become more difficult in today's world. Read more from Abbie Fink on her recent experience with direct mail marketing and how to make an impact with this marketing strategy.

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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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7 ways to handle PR crisis: An ultimate guide

Agility PR Solutions

What’s the biggest nightmare for a famous person or brand? A PR crisis. Yet, it’s almost inevitable. Anyone who’s always in the public eye is bound to face one at some point. That’s why it’s important to learn how to handle a PR crisis, even if you’re lucky enough to never face one. And that’s […]. The post 7 ways to handle PR crisis: An ultimate guide appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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Do personal posts have a place on LinkedIn?

Communications Conversations

I read an interesting piece in the Star Tribune over the weekend from recruiter Isaac Cheifitz asking “will sharing more personal posts on Linkedin hurt you?” That column hit on a topic that’s coming up more and more on LinkedIn: Should you be sharing personal content on a platform that’s clearly designed for the professional community?

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What Type of Marketing Works Best for a Small Manufacturing Company?

PR 20/20

N o matter what you sell or how you sell it—competing to be the best in the manufacturing industry is more than just having the best product. It’s having the tools to merchandise it. While automation and tech are at the forefront of almost every manufacturer’s mind, marketing efforts tend to fall to the wayside as production takes precedence. Plus, balancing everyday struggles like labor shortages and supply chain issues can push marketing even further down the priority list.

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#MediaMonday – Jake Stein

HMA Public Relations

It's time for another #MediaMonday! Meet Jake Stein, a news producer for Good Morning Arizona at Arizona’s Family, in today's feature. Check it out!

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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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10 types of content you can create to bring new leads into the top of your funnel 

Agility PR Solutions

With the exception of impulse buys, your customers will start at the “awareness” stage in the buyer’s journey marketing funnel. If you want your customers to travel to the consideration stage and decision stage, your top funnel has to attract your buyer’s persona and keep them engaged. Image Source: Unsplash What is top of funnel […]. The post 10 types of content you can create to bring new leads into the top of your funnel appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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Pitches That Placed: How to Pitch Fast Company

OnePitch

On this week’s Pitches That Placed (PtP), we are highlighting a pitch consisting of an intro to the company’s founders and a potential story idea that landed a feature in Fast Company. Fast Company’s editorial focus is around “innovation in technology, leadership, world changing ideas, creativity, and design.” Let’s take a closer look and see how this pitch aligned with these goals and editorial direction.

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Purpose Driven Business & PR: Communicating The “Why”

Shift Communications

By Brittany Joyal, Sr. Account Manager, Consumer. When we’re young, we learn about the Five W’s: Who, What, When, Where and Why. As children, “Why?” becomes an invaluable tool for growing inquisitive minds. It is the precursor to “The Pause,” where we take a step back and ask questions to help us gather information and make decisions. We’ve seen a rebirth of “The Pause” on a grand scale, catalyzed by the pandemic and fueled by growing mental health struggles across the country.

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How Do I Amplify a Media Placement?

HMA Public Relations

Are you getting the most out of your secured media coverage? Find out how to amplify your placements in this blog post from Alison Bailin. Read more!

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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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4 examples of essential tech for PR

Agility PR Solutions

Social media is one of the most important tools in a public relations professional’s toolkit. It helps you connect with journalists, build relationships with influencers, and reach your target audience directly. But with new platforms and technologies emerging all the time, it can be hard to keep up. Here are four new(ish) social media tools […].

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What is media monitoring used for?

NewsWhip

In our current digital age, media monitoring is more needed than ever. Long gone are the days where small mentions in a publication were the basis of success. Now, brands are constantly in the public eye, amassing hundreds to thousands of clicks per day. A single tweet could be the cause of an eruption of attention, so media monitoring tools are essential when it comes to keeping track and analyzing any media coverage that may come a brand’s way. .

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Best practices for writing a news release for your company

Axia PR

For some companies, especially those without a strong communication department or team, drafting of news releases is sometimes one of the more difficult things to write. While pitching may be a work of art , writing a news release is like a science project.

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