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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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Media Relations Shrinks as a Public Relations Service; Cliff Notes to 3 Industry Reports

Sword and the Script

Studies find media relations isn’t the top PR service anymore; PR weakness on technical skills; execs are key to shaping corporate social positions Several interesting reports on the PR industry were published earlier in 2020 but got lost in the blur that unfolded since. This weekend, I had a chance to go back and review a few of them. While there’s a lot of discussion about how events this year is bringing about change, I was struck by how the findings in three reports indicate that many of the

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How to Do Public Relations for a Startup in 2020 | Business Wire Blog

Business Wire

Launching a startup is hard enough, and while going through this process in 2020 might seem like a truly daunting task, it is possible. In fact, we asked three industry experts to weigh in on PR’s importance to successfully supporting a startup in 2020.

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Navigating the media in 2020—what PR pros should know

Agility PR Solutions

Reading the news this year, it seems as though another major story breaks and upends the status quo every day. Between the coronavirus outbreak, a struggling economy, calls for racial justice, environmental catastrophe and a highly contested presidential campaign, there’s no shortage of media fodder. So how can organizations share their own stories in a […].

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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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Why Public Relations Is King During A Crisis

Onclusive

We have seen this during other periods of economic uncertainty: Businesses and consumers react, and those reactions have ripple effects. Marketing strategies are being altered and advertising budgets are being slashed. While it can be argued that this is a short-sighted strategy during an economic downturn, when coupled with a global pandemic, this response is a bit more understandable.

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Growing a Business With 2020 Marketing Trends

Ronn Torossian

Business owners, as well as marketers, are constantly looking for ways to improve and are always prioritizing the newest trends to promote brands and corporations. It’s essential for any business looking to remain a relevant competitor within their own industry, because anyone that doesn’t adapt to all of the changes soon is not going to […]. The post Growing a Business With 2020 Marketing Trends appeared first on.

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How to sell in to news desks during a pandemic

The Resolution Blog

The PR industry has had to adapt to a huge change recently. Not only have many comms strategies had to change, we’ve never had a news agenda like this. In this episode I’m joined by news experts from 72Point, part of SWNS Media Group which is an independent press agency working directly with major news-desks […]. The post How to sell in to news desks during a pandemic appeared first on PR Resolution — by CoverageBook.

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The 1st Winner of the PR Expanded Student Video Contest is …

Deirdre Breakenridge

When I teamed up with Professor Jennie Donohue last year, we wanted to create an assignment for her UMASS at Amherst Intro to PR class that was an opportunity for students to create content based on what they learned during the semester. The question quickly became, “should it be another blog post contest?” In the spirit of students and professionals being PR Tech Testers , we thought it would be a much more interesting assignment for students to create videos based on what they lear

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Public Relations Review

PR for Anyone

Now is the time to up-level your marketing plan by adding in free publicity. What we know for sure is that the more visibility you get, more potential customers and clients can learn about you and that means more business for you and ultimately more revenue and profits. Most of you are already growing your visibility with social media and now by adding in free publicity, you’re making it all happen that much faster and to a much larger audience.

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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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How to Work Zoom

ReimaginePR

Susan McLennan from Reimagine PR walks you through how to work Zoom — everything from how to optimize your video and mic settings to changing your name on the screen to spotlighting, pinning, hiding, and bringing back your video — and one career-saving thing to know about the chat function. By the end of this video, you will know how to work Zoom along with all of its most important features.

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PR And Communications Trends For 2021

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

In PR and elsewhere, 2020 has been a year like no other. Even the Oxford English Dictionary is at a loss for words to describe it. If we could wipe it off the calendar and start again, most of us probably would. So, the sooner we finish our 2020 roundup posts and forecasts for the coming year, the quicker we can put it all behind us. The year of COVID-19, Black Lives Matter, assorted climate disasters, and a historically divisive presidential contest has accelerated existing trends and opened up

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Tales from the Tech PR Bunker

Flack's Revenge

PIxabay. Folks, I know I haven’t been writing here as much, Sorry for the interruption. These are unusual times. But the show must go on, right? People are stuck at home and clamoring for distraction and new episodes, er, posts. So pardon the DIY production, the dirty socks on the floor. Don’t mind the poor lighting and audio quality. Damn the torpedoes and coronavirus.

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Hola and Hello: When Translation Isn’t Enough to Reach the U.S. Hispanic Market | Business Wire Blog

Business Wire

We recently wrapped National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 - Oct. 15) celebrations, but it doesn’t mean your media outreach efforts must stop right there. For Latinos, Hispanic Heritage is all year round, so let’s make sure you’re not missing out.

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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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PR Job Coach - Untitled Article

PR Job Coach

Ageism: The Pause that Perplexes Patti Temple Rocks and Scott Monty Opine on the "Agedemic" at the PRSA Silicon Valley Friday Forum on November 20, 2020. Ageism is getting old. “Long on experience” used to be a badge of honor. Oh how times have changed. Ageism, the practice of sunsetting experienced pros , has been with us in the work force for many years but today has become a routine practice in technology and many other industries.

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5 Powerful Owned Media Strategies (Part 2 of 2)

Onclusive

In our last blog , we shared some insights on consumer behavior with the media. Research shows that both paid and traditional media are becoming less trusted, and therefore less effective, owned media has become a critical cornerstone of the marketing mix. We also covered some of the tactics that smart companies are using to create and control the narrative through owned media strategies.

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5 Problems Brands Come to you to Solve: Metrics

Cision

As PR and comms professionals, what should we help brands measure? Which metrics matter?

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WHAT IS A CULTURAL INFLUENCER?

Ronn Torossian

We’ve heard about celebrity macro and micro influencers. And now, cultural influencers? When boxer Muhammad Ali refused to be inducted into the Army on April 28, 1967 because of his opposition to the war in Vietnam, he became one of the first cultural influencers before the introduction of social media as we know it today. […]. The post WHAT IS A CULTURAL INFLUENCER?

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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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A super-simple explanation of how your PR is boosting your client’s results on Google

The Resolution Blog

Getting your website to appear for a lot of search terms, also known as SEO, can seem very complex - full of algorithms and computer wizardry. While there is a technical element to it, PR plays a bigger role than you may think. The post A super-simple explanation of how your PR is boosting your client’s results on Google appeared first on PR Resolution — by CoverageBook.

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THE 2nd WINNER OF THE PR EXPANDED STUDENT VIDEO CONTEST IS …

Deirdre Breakenridge

It’s time to unveil our 2nd PR Expanded video contest winner. A big congratulations goes to Nicole Morin, a UMASS at Amherst student, for creating her video on “Why PR Professionals Should Practice Strategic Communications.” By way of contest background, After reading my latest book, “ Answers for Modern Communicators ,” Professor Jennie Donohue tasked her Introduction to Public Relations class with creating a short educational video sharing tips and insights based on one of th

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Getting Publicity in The Age of Coronavirus

PR for Anyone

“What Can You Niche Down To Help People In This Age Of Coronavirus?” Watch the full YouTube video >> HERE The coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to disrupt many people’s lives. However, there are many opportunities where you can get media coverage and share your knowledge with the world. This week, Christina Daves talks about getting publicity in the age of the Coronavirus.

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B2B Brand Storytelling – Using Stories to Engage

ReimaginePR

Smiling black businesswoman leader tells a story as part of her B2B Brand Storytelling Strategy. A fav client of ours asked me to review a pitch recently because they wanted to try out some brand spanking new B2B Brand Storytelling. They’re a big digital agency that builds and maintains websites you know and use frequently. But they’re behind the scenes, mostly handling site mechanics.

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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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How to Write a Pitch That Will Actually Get Read

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

As most PR people know, reporters don’t read every pitch that lands in their inbox. A recent study found that 42% of journalists, writers and bloggers receive 11 to 100 pitches daily, and 5% receive a whopping 100 or more email pitches every day. This means that a public relations team’s challenge is to create a winning pitch that stands out. In addition to doing the proper research and targeting the right journalists, there are other ways to draft a pitch that will actually be read: Make subjec

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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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How to Track Inbound Traffic from a Press Release | Business Wire Blog

Business Wire

There are many advantages of using Business Wire to distribute your press release. One of the biggest advantages is the high visibility the news releases we distribute receive within media and search spaces. The instant accessibility of your news release ensures audiences can find it the minute it crosses the wire, or in the middle of the night when they might be looking for a solution.

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Fact or Opinion? One Big Flaw of Sentiment Analysis & How Brands Can Get Around It

Prowly

Sentiment analysis (also referred to as social listening and opinion mining) is used in media monitoring and allows brands to get a real handle on what people are saying about their product or service on the world wide web. It’s been used to a great extent to achieve the following: Get an overview of how […]. The post Fact or Opinion? One Big Flaw of Sentiment Analysis & How Brands Can Get Around It 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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PR Aikido: 3 Techniques For Winning In The Media

Onclusive

The ancient Japanese martial art of Aikido focuses on using an opponent’s own energy against them. Practitioners execute a series of movements that redirect a competitor’s attack momentum in order to neutralize their offense. It requires the highest degree of discipline, patience, and situational observation, but once mastered, these techniques (referred to as waza ?

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CEOs Must Choose between Something and Nothing

Cision

Whether an organization opts for action or inaction on any given societal issue, corporate leaders and spokespeople should know how to communicate the choices it makes.

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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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