Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 11, 2014

For the next in the series, Carmen graciously offered to ask a tech journalist friend the following questions (the reporter requested that we protect her identity; I can say she is the real deal – writes for a Chinese tech publication that has a circulation of well over 1M, and she has a similar number of Weibo followers).

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Onclusive

JUNE 7, 2017

If you own a local clothing store, listen to your customers: What do they want more of? This week, we’re taking a look back at our most popular journalist interviews to remind our own loyal following of what the customer wants: facts, data, and highly relevant, niche stories. What inventory do they overlook?

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How To Fashion Interviews Local 150

Cision

JUNE 21, 2016

Vaco recruiter Piper Ochsner additionally advises candidates to be prepared to deliver a similar video-worthy introduction in person, as well, and suggests that a candidate’s ability to answer the inevitable interview opener “Tell me a little about yourself” can make or break an interview. Get published.

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Brand Branding Real Estate Tourism 189

Critical Mention

JUNE 29, 2018

If you want to write a piece of software there are 1,000 correct answers, so I keep everyone on the same page and keep the process moving. We’re basically capturing local news that’s not available outside of the local area. Q: What’s your day-to-day working as Critical Mention’s VP of Engineering? SCHEDULE A DEMO.

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Engineering Interviews Media Software 97

Cision

MARCH 17, 2017

I instantly appreciated the mix of business strategy, creative ideation and writing that made up those classes; they were theoretical and practical. At the same time, I had been hired to write copy for a jewelry company, which had quickly turned into running PR and marketing, followed by eventually managing a small team.

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Fashion Travel Interviews Instagram 227

Cision

JUNE 16, 2017

Using surveys, interviews and focus groups, we spoke to employees across different lines of the business and regions. The Public Relations Institute of Australia (PRIA) recommends communicating the following in writing to all stakeholders: Timeline. It took a few months but was certainly worthwhile. Tell all your stakeholders.

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PRSay

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

We may not think about it that way — we’re simply drafting a memo to employees or writing the president’s message for an annual report. But the fact is: Few executives reach the C-suite because of their writing skills. On one occasion, I was given an assignment to write something for the CEO. Research and ask questions.

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Communications Employee Leadership Writing 149

PRSay

JANUARY 8, 2019

But it can still provide large returns on investment by generating earned media coverage that doesn’t cost anything but your time and can elevate your client’s profile with one well-placed article or interview. Which students at your local college or university are already making the world a better place, and how are they doing it?

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Storytelling Media Nonprofit Government 163

5W PR

OCTOBER 26, 2017

To get a better understanding of the influencer side of the business, I interviewed two of my favorite influencers, @laurenmagenta and @feedmedearly. I had a cooking show in college and was writing a weekly recipe for the newspaper, so food was always my thing. Perfect timing really!

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Polaris

DECEMBER 11, 2014

dpms is a local London business that sells branded apparel, jewelry and products by local artisans. The win inspired Metro News , a local tabloid, to profile dpms in a feature story. Properly prepare for media interviews. But do enough interviews and errors are bound to occur. Then let them know the correct facts.

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Apparel Media Ethics Interviews 123

Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The insights gained for the survey provided key details on the current earned media environment, highlighting the challenges faced in national, local, and trade media. Finding 2: National and top-tier media have become the hardest outlets in which to secure earned media, followed (closely) by local and then trade.

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Report Automotive Media Local 103

Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 23, 2016

I remember sitting with a college student at a local Starbucks. To show thanks to your industry, don’t just join an Industry association, be more active in their local, regional and national events. At the same time one of the best parts of mentoring, whether you realize it or not, is the reverse mentoring that takes place.

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Skype Industry Storytelling Interviews 150

PRSay

AUGUST 23, 2021

West Virginia was an early national leader in delivering COVID-19 vaccines, with 79 percent of the state’s residents over the age of 65 now fully vaccinated and 60 percent of its eligible population having received at least one dose, as of this writing. Enlisting trusted local leaders. Establishing trust through relationships.

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Communications Local Survey Transportation 129

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. When you start to become blasé and complacent about your writing, that’s when you stop doing such a good job. How did you get your start in journalism?

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Newspapers Pitching Interviews Writing 120

Cision

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

Dreaming of a major website or newspaper writing about your brand? While you’re never guaranteed that a journalist will write about you, these five tips will at least give you a fighting chance. While you’re never guaranteed that a journalist will write about you, these five tips will at least give you a fighting chance.

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Cision

JUNE 25, 2015

Write a press release. This tactic can be especially effective for garnering local press (Think: Local company earns coveted spot on prestigious Inc. If it was a major interview, consider a behind-the-scenes look about how the coverage came to be. 500|5000 list). Update your profiles and bio. Are you the one quoted?

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LinkedIn Pitching Journalism Interviews 120

Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

I also write for other publications and business clients as time allows. An important distinction is that these articles are presented from the perspective of a car enthusiast who understands the importance of environmental sustainability, rather than from the perspective of an environmentalist writing about cars. There’s a difference.

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Journalism Automotive Interviews Writing 116

Landis PR

MARCH 29, 2021

I always enjoy writing about up-and-coming people who are doing great things in Bakersfield. Since I write for a magazine, we have a different monthly theme that impacts the stories we pursue. I’m very proud of that piece because of all the work that I put into researching and interviewing, and it added to the larger conversation.

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Meeting Media Local Interviews 96

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 5, 2018

This is my first in series of interviews on the topic. Drew also hosts Renegade Thinkers Unite , the #2 podcast for CMOs and writes the CMO Spotlight column for AdAge; is the author of The CMOs Periodic Table: A Renegade’s Guide to Marketing and serves on the boards of the Urban Green Council and Duke Alumni Association.

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Contently - Strategy

DECEMBER 1, 2022

What if I told you I exclusively use high-quality ingredients from local female or minority-owned farms? Or that I donate half of the money I make from each bake to the local hospice? During those interviews, you should have spoken to customers about your competitors. Write a company mission statement based on your findings.

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PR Fuel

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Most of the time, local and national outlets will simply ignore most of these releases. Writing a great press release can be complicated though, and most media professionals start out by using press release samples. Keep reading to learn more about how to write a good press release and how much it can do for your company!

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Product Launch Travel Interviews Writing 105

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 3, 2017

Write more and write better. Good, error-free writing is under threat today. It seems the need for speed in writing and editing is taking its toll. One of the best ways to improve your writing is to create the ideal environment in which to write. We constantly find horrid examples committed by journalists.

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Writing Education Pinterest Creativity 149

Deirdre Breakenridge

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

Did you write a great press release at a previous internship? If face-to-face communication is more your style, search for a professional networking group such as the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) that has a local chapter. Platforms such as Wix and Weebly are user-friendly and full of unique design options.

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Social Media LinkedIn Brand Branding 177

Bianchi Biz Blog

JULY 15, 2024

I help edit and publish copy, write original content and am currently overseeing the publication of our annual Motorized Vehicle Report. I’m senior editor at SME Media. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? Anything manufacturing related, of course. Any pet peeves with PR people?

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Meeting Media Interviews Pitching 98

Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2023

In my current role, I plan, write and edit industry news stories and oversee a range of regular features and special projects, including weekly longform feature stories in our flagship newspaper and on TTNews.com. We spend a lot of time at local parks and enjoying the sights and food in Old Town Alexandria. That works both ways.

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Transportation Meeting Newspapers Media 101

Communications Conversations

APRIL 30, 2019

2: Research industry publications–look for who’s quoted or writing bylines. Another great way to ID people with influence in your industry: Find out who’s writing for the industry rags. For example, let’s say you were researching local food influencers here in Minneapolis. Again, not sexy, but effective.

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Tools Twitter Local Pitching 111

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 5, 2017

When I was director of corporate communications at a local healthcare organization, I would regularly receive a number of resumes from reporters whenever PR jobs opened up. Agreeing to an interview and then becoming a no-show. Is there the potential for conflict? ” Run an ad in a newspaper and it needs to be labeled as an ad. .”

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Pitching Journalism Video Advertising 174

Rock the Status Quo

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

When a client asks us to write a new hire press release, it’s easy to dismiss its importance, churning out a cookie cutter release talking about their new role, their background and a quote that sounds like a million OTHER new hire quotes. Write it differently. I found it fabulously inspiring! The idea stuck in my head.

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Flack's Revenge

AUGUST 1, 2018

It is the reality that pollutes our discourse, ironically isolates and has wrought havoc on creative fields like photography, music and writing. Medium : A great source for great writing; the site sends me emails with links to articles that match my interests, based on what I read there and topics I’ve selected.

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Content Marketing Privacy Government Web 149

Flack's Revenge

JANUARY 10, 2019

Last month I interviewed top PR and social media experts about the challenges facing online marketing. Frank: This question implies that we are writing the epitaph on social media platforms and I don’t think that’s true. I also share my views (not necessarily the agency’s ) and pose additional questions. Neal: Absolutely!

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How To Facebook Social Media Advertising 159

The Hoyt Organization

JUNE 5, 2024

Interviews With Experts Subject matter experts , or SMEs, are vital to any successful mental health advocacy campaign. Interviewing experts provides valuable insights and information to your audience, further reinforcing your campaign’s credibility.

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Strategy Communications Local Interviews 74

Cision

MARCH 29, 2016

In this interview, she discusses what it’s like to work in PR in Asia, what it takes to build a successful brand and how to stay on top of an ever-evolving industry. Be locally relevant, build trust, be mindful of your tone of voice and don’t underestimate the power of relationships. How has PR changed over the years?

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Local Retail Newspapers Sports 120

Cision

JANUARY 28, 2016

In this interview, Stuart discusses his motives for making the switch, the value of a news background and the intersection of journalism and PR. Every day I’m researching, writing and communicating with people – much the same way I did as a reporter. And there is a lot of writing in PR. Rapid Fire Round.

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Journalism Newspapers Writing Report 120

Bianchi Biz Blog

JANUARY 8, 2024

This is actually pretty hard for me, since I tend to want to write a story on almost every interesting piece of news I see. I got to write a story on a local stray cat that had been “adopted” by a bed and breakfast. His name was Pip and he won the hearts of visitors and locals.

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Meeting Energy Local Media 99

The Hoyt Organization

MARCH 17, 2024

On top of that, press releases that generate audience interest provide numerous opportunities for interviews, articles, and reviews. So, how can you write a press release that gets noticed? This article presents the top tips for writing effective press releases. 5 Tips For Writing Press Releases That Grab Attention 1.

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Writing How To SEO Engineering 52

Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Lamont Johnson with The Art Department typically invoices $800 to write and distribute a press release on wire services such as PR Newswire and PRWeb. Without wire distribution, Johnson charges $500 to write the release and send it to his own proprietary media contacts. just local media pitching, solely trade media, etc.).

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Buzzstream

JUNE 30, 2021

Sometimes it’s that I’ve slipped onto a media list and am receiving all releases from an agency, but other times it’s when a PR knows I wrote about X once so I must always write about X.”. Therefore, unless a PR was getting in touch with me about a celebrity interview or exclusive, most pitches were completely irrelevant.

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Writing Pitching Study Data 71