Deirdre Breakenridge

JULY 22, 2019

In November of 2018, the Hootsuite Blog stated that over 200 million people participated in Facebook Groups and there were about 150 million people who took advantage of Facebook Stories. With tremendous purchasing power, they are highly sought as a group when it comes to attracting and keeping their social media attention.

Social Media 177

Social Media Media Interviews Instagram 177

Cision

JULY 6, 2016

Sheila Long O’Mara, content manager at Steinreich Communications Group, says you need to have a plan for your content in order to be successful. What are you most excited for in your new role as content manager at Steinreich Communications Group? How do you think your background in journalism will help you in this new role?

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Storytelling Writing Journalism Creativity 180

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 20, 2018

It is the latest in my series of interviews with industry experts (see this post , which sets the stage). What’s App is my Godsend for family communication, and my FB usage has almost completely dwindled to group participation (shout out to PRSA Counsellors Academy!). As you will see below, Deborah offers great insight.

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Marketing Facebook Social Media Community 244

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 13, 2023

When I was interviewing with Crenshaw, one of the first things I noticed was that the leader interviewing me was a man of color – someone who looked like me. As I proceeded in the interview process, I noticed more people in the company like me. Industry groups like PRSA are vowing to do the same.

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Employee Community Groups Interviews 156

Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 4, 2022

I am the VP of Content, Wrecked Media Group. Wrecked Media Group is an Ohio-based media company created in 2020 to acquire and build automotive-focused media businesses. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? Current properties include EV Pulse and FlatSixes.com.

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Groups Meeting Automotive Media 96

Cision

JULY 7, 2016

In this interview, Daniel discusses the process of building your brand, why it’s important to continue asking questions and how PR skills translate to other areas of communication. When I joined the Bruce Cohen Group in 1993, there were two of us (which I suppose technically qualifies as a “group”).

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Ethical Voices

AUGUST 29, 2022

I was the managing editor of the local business journal here in Nashville before joining a local PR firm. Through the years, this client had used coalitions really as front groups, which they had planned to do again. I mean, it’s X, Y, Z industry using a front group to pass legislation.

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Ethics Groups Handbook Education 93

David PR Group

DECEMBER 20, 2014

Honestly, my first reaction to hearing the news that Sony was cancelling the release of its movie The Interview because of threats from North Korean hackers and blowback from theater chains was this: North Korea, you need to lighten up. What if The Interview sucks? ” –Joe Morgenstern, The Wall Street Journal.

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Interviews Film Journalism Reputation 69

PRSay

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Each week, PRsay will interview one of the nominees for the 2022 PRSA Board of Directors. Alma mater: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Hussman School of Journalism & Media. Name: Jessica M. Graham, APR, Fellow PRSA. Location: Indian Trail, N.C. Current job title: President, Fionix Consulting.

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Meeting Banking Local Leadership 140

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 4, 2018

With that in mind, here are five questions that anyone interested in tech PR — especially B2B tech PR — should be able to address in a job interview. Good questions for a tech PR interview. But it turned out that a small group of designers were creating veiled racist apparel and selling it through the service.

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B2B Apparel Product Launch Agency 159

Critical Mention

JANUARY 3, 2019

Over time, I ended up being quoted in the Wall Street Journal, Huffington Post, and have been on CNBC as a subject matter expert, among other media engagements. The ones I found most valuable are LinkedIn, LinkedIn groups, and Twitter. When I am now contacted by media, it’s usually around current anti-bribery issues. SCHEDULE A DEMO.

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Interviews Ethics Government International 105

Cision

JUNE 30, 2016

Sandy Lish, principal and founder of Castle Group, says sending the right message in the right way should be at the heart of your PR strategy. I was a journalism major in college, but it was really more about the writing than about being a reporter. The Castle Group is celebrating its 20-year anniversary.

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Technology Nonprofit Journalism Creativity 149

Cision

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Dan Golden, senior editor at ProPublica, explains how he developed a passion and curiosity for investigative journalism. What drew you to the field of journalism? Specifically, investigative journalism? They all shaped my approach to journalism. What enabled you to get to that point? What will be changing?

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Journalism Film Fashion Report 120

Cision

JUNE 21, 2016

Join (and attend) networking groups and introduce yourself to important people. Being able to communicate your skills and goals right off the bat is one of the most effective ways to set the tone in an interview,” she said. “There are several good websites that will host your portfolio,” she said. “I Put yourself out there.

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Branding Brand Real Estate Tourism 189

Doctor Spin

JANUARY 7, 2024

What compels organisations to decline media interview requests, and what implications does this have for the future of investigative journalism ? Moreover, how do these tactics reflect on the changing nature of trust, transparency, and truth for journalism in the long-term? Let’s discuss the Media Blackout and its origins.

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Interviews Media eBook Journalism 59

Bianchi Biz Blog

JANUARY 9, 2023

I’m the senior editor for automotive and electronic technology on the automotive editorial team at the SAE Media Group. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? The post Meet the Media: Chris Clonts, Senior Editor, Automotive & Electronic Technology, SAE Media Group appeared first on Bianchi PR.

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Automotive Groups Meeting Technology 73

PR for Anyone

JULY 28, 2022

I just interviewed someone on my PR Champions show and he summed it up so visually. Wall Street Journal – Reduce Stress at Work. I have a show on there called PR Champions, and I interview really amazing people in the PR space. Many people feel they have one story and that one story might not fit in every media outlet.

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Pitching Media YouTube Interviews 130

Deirdre Breakenridge

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

Their study, “ Roles in Social Media: How the Practice of Public Relations is Evolving ” was published by PR Journal in Summer / Fall 2016. I had completed an earlier study with Dr. Mia Moody-Ramirez on social media management using focus groups and a convenience sample. ” A. – Marlene Neill. – Marlene Neill.

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Publicity Policies Social Media Study 150

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

Remember when Oprah Winfrey was sued by a group of Texas cattle producers? Sometimes it’s tempting to say yes to an interview in order to see your name come up in searches, but it’s best to consider your core customers and potential ones before you agree to invest the time in a media interview.

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Real Estate Interviews Journalism Local 120

PRSay

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Each week, PRsay will interview one of the nominees for the 2022 PRSA Board of Directors. Alma mater: Seattle Pacific University, English Literature & Journalism. It is easy to focus on activities, but I often steer group conversations back to that higher level: “what is the goal?” Location: Seattle.

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Meeting Journalism Interviews Groups 111

Stephen Waddington

JULY 7, 2022

The research project by the PRCA Climate Misinformation Strategy Group reports that almost all respondents (96%) are advising their clients and colleagues on the climate crisis. A paper published in the Climate Change journal in November 2021 reported on the role of public relations agencies in climate change politics.

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Leadership Publicity Energy Crisis 111

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 29, 2022

According to the 2021 State of Journalism study , 61% of journalists agree that the way most companies share information with the media is outdated. Additionally, PR agencies are often hesitant to reach out to a group of journalists from the same outlet. It’s likely that outdated lists are at least a contributing factor.

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Agency Media Software Pitching 170

Solo PR Pro

DECEMBER 14, 2021

While studying journalism at UW Madison, Bob started out working as a student state reporter and had the opportunity to interview and write about several big-time politicians. “I I remember I was this close to interviewing Barack Obama when he was a state senator,” Bob recalls. “I Lessons learned in the seminary.

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Meeting Journalism Interviews Employee 100

Medianet Australia

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

After a successful tenure at Pedestrian Group, Lauren has decided to pivot to freelance journalism to grow her career and pursue her passion for writing. Today, Medianet is excited to feature Lauren Rouse, an overseas-based Australian freelance journalist.

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Interviews Journalism Writing Internal 52

Cision

MARCH 22, 2016

In this interview, she discusses how she came to her success, what makes her choose to cover a story and how communication professionals can improve their pitching strategies. How did you get your start in journalism? My biggest pet peeve is…someone agreeing to be interviewed and then backing out at the last minute with cold feet.

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Newspapers Pitching Interviews Writing 120

Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

I am the editorial director, Commercial Vehicle Group at Endeavor Business Media. The Endeavor Commercial Vehicle Group is comprised of six CV brands: FleetOwner, Fleet Maintenance, Trailer/Body Builders, Bulk Transporter, Refrigerated Transporter, and American Trucker. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started?

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Groups Meeting Transportation Media 54

The Resolution Blog

JANUARY 31, 2019

I wanted to hear more so stopped by SWNS Media Group in New York to meet editor-at-large Jim Rich. I interviewed Jim for the latest episode of the PR Resolution podcast. Jim’s industry insights are golden nuggets of knowledge for anyone in Public Relations, which makes his new role at SWNS media group so interesting.

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Industry Publicity Groups Interviews 120

Maxim Behar

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Tell us a little more about yourself and your journey at M3 Communications Group, Inc. My career path took me through journalism, where I worked as a correspondent, editor, and editor-in-chief for many years, gaining invaluable experience at various newspapers and even creating one ("Standard" newspaper). This is actually quite simple.

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Journalism Newspapers Travel Film 59

Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Or this comment from Nora Naughton , formerly of The Detroit News and now with the Wall Street Journal : “… I also think that every aspect of the American automotive industry touches so many lives, especially in the Detroit area, so I’m always looking for that intersection between business and real people.”. What is the takeaway?”

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Automotive Journalism Interviews Engineering 86

PRSay

DECEMBER 27, 2022

If possible, link your pitch to audio soundbites of the written quotes or to video of the interview (including B-roll footage). Apple and the LEGO Group, for example, are making billions of dollars in business-expansion decisions based on ESG goals. To give your pitch context and depth, also link to an FAQ and a backgrounder.

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Trends Pitching Twitter Nonprofit 128

Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2023

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I decided to pursue a career in journalism toward the end of my freshman year at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. That responsibility is always top of mind when I evaluate the news value of potential stories. That works both ways. Any pet peeves with PR people?

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Transportation Meeting Newspapers Media 100

Cision

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

Peter Shafer, partner at Brunswick Group, says to stand out brands need to engage their audiences in a dialogue and ensure it is not one-sided. In this interview, Peter discusses how brands can better engage audiences, improve their measurement practices and quantify their communication efforts. Rapid Fire Round.

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Measurement Analytics Big Data Public Affairs 120

Cision

MARCH 31, 2016

In this interview, Neil discusses his background as a journalist, what it’s like working in the technology industry and the changing role of the media. I’m also looking forward to working with a great group of people with a wide range of skills and experience. What was behind your decision to switch from journalism to PR?

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Newspapers Reddit Journalism Technology 120

Communications Conversations

MARCH 29, 2019

I think about people like LeeAnn Rasachak and Sarah Reckard whom I met more than 10 years ago now (they were one of my first PR Rock Star interviews!). Courtney Filipovich, senior specialist digital planning – United Health Group (nominated by Christy Warner). And, they have been for a while now. Bank (nominated by Monica Wiant).

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Social Media Agriculture Marketing Media 128

Solo PR Pro

APRIL 8, 2021

She began her career as an aspiring newspaper reporter, securing an internship at the Atlanta Journal Constitution before becoming a daily reporter in Greenville, South Carolina, not far from her hometown. Pivoting from journalism to PR. I knew that journalism was changing,” she said. “I

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Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 3, 2023

I never thought I’d write about mayflies or interview an entomologist (an insect scientist) as an auto reporter! My colleague, Pete Bigelow, and I interviewed about three dozen people who were involved with the EV1 and told the story in their words. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started?

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Automotive Meeting Report Insurance 77

Solo PR Pro

JUNE 8, 2021

But after a couple of years in the pre-med program at City College of New York, she changed directions, declaring majors in anthropology and journalism. She began applying to PR positions, but she found that the folks she interviewed with often had trouble understanding how her educational background translated into public relations.

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Meeting Public Affairs Trade Shows Journalism 110