ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

With these quick tips, you’ll be well on your way to writing stellar pitches that garner media attention and delight clients. For example, a clear CTA can be: Setting up an interview with a client. Writing a media pitch should be second-nature to every PR person. Compelling subject lines.

Pitching 193

Pitching Writing Media Advertising 193

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 24, 2019

But in case a desirable spot opens at the right moment, it’s important to dazzle not only the bosses, but the full staff – since basically everybody’s your boss when you’re an intern. PR tips to go from intern to perm. Staff might be shy about giving work to inexperienced interns, or they may not be well organized.

Internal 160

Internal International How To Skype 160

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

These AEs and CSMs serve as internal advocates for customers. A “reference” could be a case study , participation in a marketing event, a quote for the media, or an interview with an analyst, to name a few. In this case, I’d interview the customers and write up a contributed article to pitch.

B2B 141

B2B Case Study Study Conference 141

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 12, 2016

A wave of mild panic is sweeping over public relations agencies all over the land this week as this year’s crop of summer interns prepares to go back to school. If you already have a rigid gameplan for a student intern, be prepared to trash it. Your intern may be a beer geek, an art maven, or a whiz at editing smartphone videos.

Internal 120

Internal International Exercises Ethics 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Internal team members and clients will appreciate the investment in proper communication and management. For example, we occasionally bring in technical writers to interview engineers or other staff at client companies to create background material for long-form content. Be transparent with client companies involved.

How To 315

How To Employee Training Interviews 315

Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

This coverage can take various forms, from brief mentions in news bulletins to detailed articles and interviews. Types of Media Coverage: News Articles: Journalists may write articles based on your press release, adding their analysis and insights. Email Responses: Address any feedback from your mailing list or media contacts.

Crisis Management 250

Crisis Management Analytics Radio Analysis 250

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

We write plans that cover several months and in our personal lives we may do the same. But we do have those days where it may be after hours and we need to be connected in case of an emergency, especially working with international media or companies. Like media interviews, we often know what questions to expect.

Product Launch 296

Product Launch Training Interviews Software 296

PRSay

JUNE 19, 2018

In my writing workshops I’ll interact with gregarious, personable PR professionals who then turn into corporatized automatons when their fingers touch their keyboards. The same principle applies when writing PR materials or crafting statements for media interviews. That just comes off as self-important and detached.

Writing 113

Writing Pitching Course Conference 113

Deirdre Breakenridge

AUGUST 26, 2014

While communications may be your forte, with strengths such as writing, creativity, organization and research, your passion might be for something else altogether. In that case, your journey might lead you towards a job in internal communications working for a corporation where you promote the company’s various products, services and experts.

Industry 316

Industry Fashion Travel Tourism 316

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Re-writing the AI draft “We’ll spend more time rewriting ChatGPT’s draft press releases, and less time finding relevant topics, reporters… thanks to it as well.” PR people and the clients they represent may see a return to the good old phone (or Zoom) interview. Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season.

Writing 211

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 211

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Because trade and business media typically cover the conferences and trade shows in their categories, a speaking slot can drive exposure to media and thus, interviews and features. Additionally, the PR team can write a news release about the speech or post it on the company site to garner clicks and exposure. .

Leadership 295

Leadership Industry Conference Trade Shows 295

PRSay

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Keep in mind that many global firms require writing samples, scenario-based assessments and other prescreening, so research these expectations and plan ahead. Schedule informational interviews and job shadows, attend internship info sessions and participate in free networking events. Maximize LinkedIn. Build and leverage your network.

LinkedIn 88

LinkedIn Nonprofit Social Media Retail 88

Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Stéphane Billiet, vice president of We change We are pleased to share the next post in a series of in-depth profiles of key international markets written by one of our PRGN partners. French journalists do not talk or write about the same company every other day. Essentially, we know how to successfully place our clients’ stories.

Marketing 90

Marketing Pinterest Radio Instagram 90

5W PR

MARCH 8, 2025

Research from the International Association of Speakers Bureaus shows that 82% of event planners research potential speakers online before making booking decisions. Write your “About” section in first person, sharing your journey and philosophy as a speaker. Write blog posts that expand on your keynote themes.

Brand 78

Brand Branding LinkedIn Case Study 78

Ishmael's Corner

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

By Chris Owen, Director, Hoffman Europe We recently had a call with a potential PR intern, as part of a series of chats we’re having for new agency hires for the year ahead. He was positive, clearly had a flair for writing, had a great balance between ambition and desire to learn his PR chops,more.

Internal 111

Internal International Agency Storytelling 111

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Tom Mueller, who interviewed over 200 corporate whistleblowers for his book Crisis of Conscience: Whistleblowing in an Age of Fraud , proclaims this “the age of the whistleblower.”. ” Lepore writes, “Businesses have regulations, compliance departments, and inspections. Lately it seems particularly relevant.

Corporate 272

Corporate Reputation Employee Policies 272

Contently - Strategy

MAY 9, 2024

Writing a white paper is the heavyweight bout of content creation. Here are some tips for writing a white paper, from choosing a topic to sharing your content with the world. It offered data and insights on how to attract talent, interview candidates, onboard employees, and keep staff happy for the long run.

Writing 109

Writing Case Study Study Insurance 109

Critical Mention

JANUARY 3, 2019

While I started engaging on social media channels, I realized that blogging and writing about my experiences would be central to sharing my story. I would do so via a live satellite feed, providing insights, and sharing my experiences at international conferences from London to Shanghai. When I was asked to speak outside of the U.S.,

Interviews 105

Interviews Ethics Government International 105

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

I reached out to blogs myself, and many didn’t write back. Billboard , however, did write back and started covering me. For those that don’t write back but have covered me before, I send out personal emails asking if they were willing to write about me again. It’s a highlight of my career so far.

Interviews 91

Interviews Film Instagram Writing 91

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 13, 2017

The best rule, of course, is to slightly underpromise and overdeliver — in writing. With little reason to believe otherwise, a PR team will sometimes book an interview with a journalist, only to see it go poorly. The unprepared spokesperson. . The negative media story. .

Media Training 249

Media Training Policies Agency Interviews 249

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. After several years as a terrible economics major, I became a pretty good English major and realized I had a talent for writing. Second, don’t major in PR.

Education 227

Education Writing Pitching Groups 227

Remote PR Jobs

JULY 19, 2024

International Association of Business Communicators (IABC): This association provides a range of resources, conferences, and a directory of members. Content Types: Blog Posts : Write about PR strategies, case studies, and industry news on your website or guest blog on popular industry sites.

Case Study 227

Case Study Conference Local Trade Shows 227

Deirdre Breakenridge

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

By involving your employees, those who become your internal brand ambassadors , you show the human side of your brand. They might be those who share your content consistently, comment on articles you produce, engage with you on the social networks, or write handwritten letters to your executive team. You show that you care.

Brand 256

Brand Branding Social Media Employee 256

Cision

APRIL 18, 2017

If not, complete the following exercise: Write down all of the questions you are asked in new business—aka sales—meetings. Write down all of the questions your customer service department is asked. Go to your website or your internal server/Dropbox/Google Drive and grab your most recent frequently asked questions sheet.

Exercises 198

Exercises Google Writing Blogging 198

Sword and the Script

JUNE 11, 2024

Staffbase launches beta for new internal comms tool; Muck Rack team up with Shankman; Agility PR Solutions parent touts LLM deal with “big tech” In an unscientific observation, I’ve noticed a lot of companies are hiring internal communications. The company aims to solve two key problems facing internal communications with this launch.

Internal 95

Internal International B2B System 95

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

We interviewed ChatGPT about public relations and while it does well with high-level questions, it becomes repetitive when those questions were more nuanced; the system says it is “unlikely” that it “or any other AI system will fully replace public relations (PR) professionals”. The answers are starting to feel repetitive and formulaic.

Interviews 113

Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 113

The Stalwart Blog

JUNE 24, 2014

In the past, I have been asked in an interview about something from an internship that I could not remember. It is very beneficial to write everything down because as the weeks pass, important information is easily lost. I recommend writing down everything you work on day by day so you never forget. Make Goals. Ask Questions.

Journalism 127

Journalism Marketing Interviews International 127

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Tip: As of writing, many journalists are leaving X and heading to BlueSky. Having a pitch written for the perfect match is definitely better than writing on the fly. Speed matters, but so does quality writing. The Editorielle team told me they do work with US and international publications, but their focus seems to be UK.

Case Study 116

Case Study Pitching B2B Tools 116

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 18, 2018

Our own account supervisor Erica Schain says it’s the best place to get a summary in real time of what’s trending across the tech blogs, offering a bird’s eye view of what reporters are writing about. Remote voice and video communication are critical to PR work, from client meetings to media interviews. UberConference.

Tools 108

Tools SMB Survey Software 108

Contently - Strategy

AUGUST 27, 2024

A couple simply forward me press releases and offers for interviews, and I can choose whether to bite or not. They pick up on brand messaging faster if they can see internal discussions. If, for instance, you’re asking them to write a new version of a piece of content that always works for you, show them the original!

Pitching 52

Pitching Interviews Employee System 52

Deirdre Breakenridge

MARCH 7, 2016

We shared our thoughts on a number of important topics, from preparing for your career and interviewing to working with HR recruiters and making yourself stand out online and through social media (the right way). If you are hired as an intern, then there is the opportunity to turn the internship into a full-time position.

Communications 120

Communications Interviews Social Media LinkedIn 120

Solo PR Pro

MARCH 1, 2022

I use a five-step process to gather information that lets me craft stories that stand out in internal communications and media pitches. I was a curious kid who loved writing things down. Before interviewing an executive or other subject matter expert, look for clues that will help you formulate your questions. Write your story.

Interviews 98

Interviews Writing Pitching International 98

Flack's Revenge

APRIL 27, 2021

For example I started interviewing for PR gigs in my late thirties, after taking a circuitous route through various sales, marketing and IT consulting roles. When all was said and done PR seemed to be my thing, so I set out to interview for client-side and agency gigs while picking up some freelancing business. Why a Challenge ?

Storytelling 177

Storytelling Pitching Interviews Agency 177

The Hoffman Agency

JANUARY 28, 2021

We recently had a call with a potential PR intern, as part of a series of chats we’re having for new agency hires for the year ahead. He was positive, clearly had a flair for writing, had a great balance between ambition and desire to learn his PR chops, and would definitely fit the culture here at The Hoffman Agency.

Internal 78

Internal International Agency Banking 78

Contently - Strategy

JULY 21, 2021

As Kurt Vonnegut once said: “Please write for one person. When you write for everyone, you write for no one. Writing for one person can be absolutely inspiring. The reason that “writing for one person” works is because it’s an act of empathy. ” Is that a weird freaking quote? And if not?

How To 144

How To Creativity Storytelling Writing 144

Deirdre Breakenridge

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Using photos and effective hashtags can help your audience find custom stories, but writing the right caption that tells a story is key! It features street portraits and interviews collected on the streets of New York City. Rana Shenawi is a graduate student at American University’s School of International Service.

Nonprofit 240

Nonprofit Storytelling Instagram Facebook 240

Presspage

JUNE 23, 2021

Internal communication flows It’s important to set up transparent information flows between team members. External communications Just like internal audiences, external ones – clients, partners, shareholders, and media – must receive the same core message, but tailored to their needs.

Communications 210

Communications Measurement Tools Enterprise 210