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Pitching the Local Media – Tips from the Pros

PR for Anyone

The easiest way to do this is pitching the local media. I interviewed journalists from The Washington Post, The Washington Business Journal , and Inside Nova (a Northern Virginia local publication) about what types of local real estate pitches they like to receive. I’m also interested in the local real estate market.

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4 Things We Can Learn from PR Practitioners in Africa

Cision

I recently spent a year interviewing senior public relations professionals in 31 countries about best practices in their cultures for my newly-published book, Pitch, Tweet, or Engage on the Street: How to Practice Global Public Relations and Strategic Communication. Make friends with local influencers.

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Book review: The Company and the Activist Going Beyond PR

Wadds Inc.

Activism is making headlines worldwide right now for both good and bad reasons, whether its political and social pressure on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programmes in the US or environmental lobby groups taking the UK government to court over North Sea oilfield licenses. By its nature, activism involves firmly held opinions.

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Start Now and Follow These 10 Tips for Internship Success

PRSay

Schedule informational interviews and job shadows, attend internship info sessions and participate in free networking events. Look for internships on campus or with local small businesses, boutique firms and nonprofits. Build and leverage your network. Consider smaller organizations and campus roles.

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Behind the Headlines With Connie Partoyan

Cision

In this interview, Connie discusses how the way audiences consume news is changing, why spending time on message development is important and why a dedicated support network is valuable. I am excited about being part of an evolving industry where local influence is growing in importance. and in local communities. I came to D.C.

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Faces & Markets of PRGN: France – A Blend of Tradition and Innovation

Bianchi Biz Blog

Despite bureaucratic hurdles, high taxes, and rigid labor laws posing challenges, France’s economy remains resilient, with government initiatives aimed at fostering entrepreneurship and foreign investment. Do not copy-paste the global comms strategy: The media will not pick up info that is not local-relevant. Be patient.

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Guest Post: The PR Generalist vs. The Industry Specialist

Deirdre Breakenridge

Throughout my 25 year career I’ve worked with clients from an array of industries – aviation, healthcare, government, museums, education, technology, and more. Many local chapters have working groups for new and young professionals. And don’t neglect the old fashioned “information interview.” I define myself as a PR generalist.

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