Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

I am the editor, publisher, and writer at Green Car Journal and GreenCarJournal.com. Honestly, there are plenty of stories I’m proud of, but what stands out now is my piece in the current issue of Green Car Journal , “Caution Signs Ahead for Electric Vehicles.” How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 10, 2020

For a newcomer who wants to be more fluent in the language of agencies and PR professionals, reading up on the PR world will help in interviews and networking approachs. And it goes without saying that you should read major news publications like the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Inc., Network network, network.

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 13, 2023

A survey of 3,000+ finds 75% of journalists say the top action any PR person can take is to understand a reporter’s target audience and what they find relevant; journalism statistics show reporters worry about accuracy, credibility and keeping pace amid more work and fewer resources Most PR professionals say media relations is getting harder.

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Cision

JULY 25, 2017

Additionally, every outlet profile offers information about the company, their audience size and awards won. When you sign up as a “source” on these media opportunity sites, you receive daily emails with a list of queries from journalists and bloggers searching for experts to interview or include in their stories.

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Melissa Agnes

DECEMBER 9, 2014

Available on iTunes and through The Social Network website, Women Worldwide is a half-hour, weekly podcast where Deirdre interviews incredible women from around the globe. Check out the Q&A interview with Deirdre below! Now, I’m receiving the pitches from PR people who want their executives interviewed on my show.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 27, 2021

I became interested in PR because I was looking for fields adjacent to journalism, so I assumed there would be plenty of research involved to go along with writing. And that doesn’t mention studying reporters’ work when making briefing sheets, where we document their histories and interview style. PR is not marketing.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

DECEMBER 5, 2017

My coauthor, Amy Barnes, and I conducted 58 in-depth interviews with senior executives who are members of the PRSA College of Fellows and Arthur W. Consistent with this advice, relationship building also requires informal conversations around lunch or coffee or a simple chat in the hallways or offices.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 22, 2019

This sounds like bad news, and it is, but it means that the credibility of media and information sources is more important than in the past. The good news is that the public seems to value the role of journalism, and people are moving to media channels they trust. And on social platforms, skepticism is far greater, as it should be.

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PRSay

APRIL 2, 2020

But it’s the new reality as the journalism industry is sending reporters, producers, anchors and editors home to report on the COVID-19 pandemic in real-time. Now, more than ever, journalists are relying on every type of video chat technology to get interviews, including Skype, FaceTime, Google Meet, Zoom and more.

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PRSay

MAY 25, 2022

Regaining public trust in the news media is a “challenge for journalism and ultimately for society,” said Marie Hardin , dean of the Donald P. To that end, “we must do a better job of helping young people understand the value of news and information in a democracy.”. Bellisario College of Communications at Penn State University.

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PR for Anyone

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

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. Doug Fruehling, Editor-in-Chief (former), Washington Business Journal. Here are your tips from the pros!

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 13, 2024

Doing so would tip your hand to bad actors, who could potentially use such information to facilitate illicit activities. Talk to customers and practice what you preach Start a podcast – and then interview people you wish would be your customers. It’s a podcast that interviews B2B marketing leaders about marketing.

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PRSay

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

For a society to function properly in a democracy, the people in that democracy must have access to reliable sources of information. This is so an engaged citizenry can make informed decisions regarding institutions and their elected officials. Please visit prsa.org/ethics for updates on programming.

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Prowly

MARCH 12, 2025

The guide you're about to read shows how to use print media tracking to create well-informed and effective PR strategies in 2025. Simple reason: your audiences are reading magazines and journals and they aren't going anywhere. To name a few: News readers want reliable sources of information.

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OnePitch

JULY 19, 2022

Today’s guest on Coffee with a Journalist is Mark Matousek , a reporter at The Information. During the episode, Mark shares his thought on a real pitch he received, how you can make your pitch relevant to The Information’s coverage, his thoughts & timelines for embargoes, and more. His Thoughts on Subject Lines. [00:05:21]

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 22, 2018

Those hours, of course, include studying trade journals, reviews, and analyst reports. A B2B with a new VR (virtual reality) tool for real estate sales should never neglect specialty outlets VR Journal or AR/VR Magazine – as well as real estate trade journals like Realtor Magazine. You get the best of both worlds.

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Cision

DECEMBER 27, 2016

This year, I got to join the staff writing the Behind the Headlines segment and began brushing shoulders (or exchanging emails) with some of the biggest influencers, movers and shakers of the journalism and PR industries. Create a presence that is informed, authentic, and engaged.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 24, 2018

The public is increasingly skeptical of our institutions, but despite the disruption of traditional media business, journalism still matters. In fact, a new study on public trust in media shows that while trust in media platforms where we seek news is down over last year, trust in journalism is actually on the rise.

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The Stalwart Blog

JUNE 24, 2014

Use a Journal. I’ve found it very beneficial to use a journal during my internship. In the past, I have been asked in an interview about something from an internship that I could not remember. I recently purchased a journal, and I am now using it to record my experience. Make Goals.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 18, 2018

The PR briefing book is no exception; it’s a simple tool, yet a critical asset for a brand spokesperson to prepare for media interviews. Since the interviewee may be reviewing the document on the fly while in transit or during the interview(s), it should be well structured and easy to read. The message is the medium.

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Cision

JULY 6, 2016

In this interview, Sheila discusses why brands need to clearly define their communication strategies, the importance of keeping your content fresh and why your audience is attracted to good writing and storytelling. How do you think your background in journalism will help you in this new role? However, quicker isn’t always better.

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PRSay

MAY 8, 2020

Attitudes shift about virtual interviews. There was once a time when a journalist would scoff at the idea of an interview over Skype or Google Hangouts. They know their readers and viewers are demanding the newest information, and they don’t have time to devote to more evergreen topics. Nimble coverage is crucial.

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PRSay

AUGUST 11, 2021

When pitching your clients as sources to newsletter writers, look for those “who provide new angles and analysis on breaking news,” advises Michael Smith, a staff writer who covers college athletics for the magazine and news site Sports Business Journal , which also offers subscription newsletters.

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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). Today I share Deborah Weinstein’s answers to questions about the challenges confronting social media marketing and digital communications. My good friend Judy Gombita introduced us, and I am glad that she did.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 27, 2016

Don’t be too prepared for that CEO interview. One CEO told us that a PR consultant recommended “winging it” for an important media interview, lest he sound too scripted. For our CEO interviews, we prepare briefing docs, hold a prep session and practice interviews until a level of level is achieved.

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Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 5, 2017

Is this a sign of the future of PR (and journalism)? I think there’s also the potential for confusion and the proliferation of, if not “fake,” just misleading information. Agreeing to an interview and then becoming a no-show. I definitely think that it is. What are the three most important trends related to PR?

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Cision

MARCH 17, 2017

In my interviews with PR professionals in New York and Los Angeles I found the opposite to be true, and was inspired by how thoughtful and strategic many of the people I interviewed were about their jobs. I wanted a means to continue the relationships I had built while learning more about the profession by interviewing practitioners.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

JULY 22, 2019

I’ve been speaking with Millennials for the last six months, conducting one-on-one interviews as a part of my FEEL First before you communicate , Millennial passion project. Use a writing style that’s personal or journal-style writing. But, what does this take? FEEL First Workshop in New York City.

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Social Media Media Interviews Instagram 177

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 30, 2018

Why limit yourself to PR blogs when there’s a whole world of interesting stuff that can offer important information as well as increase specific skill sets? ” The blog is a reliable source of macro PR information and industry trends. A great example is this post on “engagement journalism.” Smart Blogger.

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Ishmael's Corner

OCTOBER 29, 2014

Several years ago we interviewed 65 sales people at major computer retailers (Best Buy, Fry’s, etc.) asking the key question, “What third-party sources do you depend on for information to help you in your day-to-day job?”. They could answer with as many sources as they liked.

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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. Even if a reporter regularly covers a relevant topic, they might not showcase your information or spokesperson in the way you’d imagine. Verify information before you press send.

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Cision

JULY 2, 2015

According to Oxford’s Reuters Institute Digital News Report 2015 , 41 percent of people interviewed access news via Facebook each week. Want to see how journalism is changing? Is the public simply satiating themselves with information as entertainment or as support for their own pre-existing viewpoints? Conclusion.

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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. The technology is changing, as are the ways that readers receive information.

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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. Where do you get your news? This is a make-or-break question— at least for some of us here.

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Cision

JUNE 21, 2016

In this interview, Morgan discusses the importance of having a social presence, how to keep your digital community engaged and why the fundamentals of public relations will never change. After that summer, I changed my concentration in the journalism school and never looked back! What drew you to the field of PR? Is there a downside?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 11, 2018

Seeing a client’s interview in a key publication is still a quintessential public relations win, so PR pros spend a lot of time perfecting media pitching. But once we get a “yes” to a pitch or interview request, it’s no time to sit back and relax. Check our earlier post for best PR tips on media interviews.

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Sword and the Script

JANUARY 2, 2024

41] Private “special acquisition vehicle” makes $500m+ bid for Meltwater; Truescope acquires Universal Information Service and Cision acquires Factama to “track narratives online.” An “Interview” with ChatGPT: What is Public Relations? An “Interview” with ChatGPT: What is Public Relations? How has PR Changed?

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