Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 3, 2024

What I hadn’t considered is that something similar is happening to software code, according to this podcast interview between Figma co-founder and CEO Dylan Field and The Wall Street Journal. Just like AI can be trained to write copy, AI can be trained to write code. So far, it’s getting early positive mentions.

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Software Measurement B2B Training 176

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 11, 2018

I have been writing about issues challenging social media and digital communications, and speaking with thought leaders on the topic. In this installment, I interview Frank Strong, Founder & President of Sword & Script Media, LLC. Frank Strong, Founder & President, Sword & Script Media.

Social Media 149

Social Media Marketing Media Facebook 149

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

It’s hard to overstate the importance of quality media-interview preparation to a successful public relations program. As most PRs know, an unprepared or ineffective spokesperson can unwittingly squander a media opportunity, while a well-prepared one can move it from mediocre to meteoric!

Media Training 282

Media Training Training Media Interviews 282

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 5, 2018

I have been blogging about challenges confronting digital PR and social media marketing. This is my first in series of interviews on the topic. Are the social media waters still safe for marketing? What’s not safe is ignoring social conversations, especially those related to your brand and category.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 18, 2021

But earned media doesn’t always achieve the frequency we need to promote client brands, and some stories have a lengthy gestation period. And given the ubiquity of social media, there’s an almost endless need for content, content, and more content. Earned results aren’t usually enough for a robust PR program.

Case Study 390

Case Study B2B Study Interviews 390

Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 23, 2017

When you’re writing content for a client, you probably don’t pick up your pen on the day of deadline. There are some great editorial calendar and social media calendar templates on HubSpot. Be Realistic with Your Time for Social Media. Commit to a Schedule. So don’t do that for your blog, either!

Blogging 282

Blogging Case Study Social Media Instagram 282

Deirdre Breakenridge

JULY 9, 2018

These tips will also help you stand out in interview and applications. If you have to write a research report, how could that research help your client’s business? If you are taking a social media class that talks about paid advertising, ask your teacher where you should go to learn more about advertising.

Social Media 150

Social Media Media Case Study Analytics 150

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 30, 2021

First, have a clear understanding of the reporters you work with most frequently and try to check what they’re writing about, even if you don’t have an urgent media inquiry. For contacts you don’t know, this is essential so your spokesperson can understand whether the interview will be easy or could present challenges.

Media 333

Media Pitching Report B2B 333

Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Social Media: Platforms like Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook can be used to amplify your message. Media Coverage Once your press release is distributed, media outlets may decide to cover your story. This coverage can take various forms, from brief mentions in news bulletins to detailed articles and interviews.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 27, 2021

Given how integral media pitching is to the practice of public relations, I was shocked to look back and realize how much I didn’t know about media, and the most effective ways to approach them about stories. Some jobs involve more writing, others involve more research. With some I was able to do more social media.

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Conference Pitching Writing Agency 368

Cision

AUGUST 30, 2017

Write Great Content. This might go without saying, but your very first step in attracting the attention of an influencer is to write something they would want to share with their readers. You could write a blog post about the top 10 best purses the celebrity has ever carried. Then, go ahead and tag the celebrity on social media.

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Strategy Writing Social Media Guidelines 243

Cision

JANUARY 18, 2018

While much of a content marketing strategy revolves around creating new content just for your blog (part of your owned media), I highly recommend that you divert some of your attention to incorporating earned media into your strategy. You could also create a roundup post if you get enough media mentions.

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Strategy How To Media Infographics 276

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Social media platforms Bluesky and Threads will continue to become attractive substitutions for X (formerly Twitter).” ~ Marc C. 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.”

Writing 211

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 211

Deirdre Breakenridge

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

Just a few short years ago, brands were pondering whether to give this social media thing a try or not. There was this popular belief that social media wouldn’t last, so why put yourself or your company out there? First off, social media is here to stay. Make them the stars on your social media channels.

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Cision

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

You’ve submitted your pitch, completed an interview with the reporter, and they’ve just sent you a link to the completed story. Using Help a Reporter Out (HARO) is a great way to gain media placements, but it’s important to leverage those placements to maximize your results. Share it on social media.

Media 245

Media How To Report Social Media 245

Cision

OCTOBER 25, 2016

Most communications or marketing professionals realize that social media management is difficult to scale without some automated solution. Keeping track of platforms, direct and indirect messages, social care opportunities, and the competition is difficult for nearly any business, and size makes managing these more daunting.

Social Media 120

Social Media How To Media Customer Service 120

Cision

JULY 6, 2015

Small talk is an essential part of our social interactions. But what about social media? Some social conversations tend to escalate from “ 0 to 100 real quick ” (obligatory Drake reference), and are illustrative (and sometimes entertaining) because they forego small talk altogether. Search for receptive individuals.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 30, 2020

You can write a funding announcement press release in your sleep. . You often explain to friends and family that you need to have the ringer on your phone on because you’re waiting to hear back from a reporter about an interview. . You secretly hope you’ve been shadowbanned on Twitter.

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Privacy Conference Advertising Advertising 308

PRSay

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Dedicate a few hours each week to researching companies, following “early careers” social media accounts, and setting up LinkedIn and PRSSA alerts. Keep in mind that many global firms require writing samples, scenario-based assessments and other prescreening, so research these expectations and plan ahead. Think beyond PR firms.

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LinkedIn Nonprofit Social Media Retail 88

PR for Anyone

MARCH 24, 2020

Most of you are already growing your visibility with social media and now by adding in free publicity, you’re making it all happen that much faster and to a much larger audience. Landing in the media can expose you to hundreds of thousands, even millions of new people. One of my first interviews was in Examiner.com.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MAY 14, 2024

Social media accessibility is about creating social media content in a way that everyone, including people with all forms of disabilities, can access and interact with it. Why is Social Media Accessibility Important? Many of them face serious challenges accessing social media.

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Social Media Media Video SEO 93

Cision

DECEMBER 28, 2017

You could write a “10 More X Tips” post, or expand upon points in a list post to generate several additional articles. There’s a fantastic WordPress plugin called Revive Old Posts that will automatically share your older blog content to your social media channels. March: Revisit Your Best Content.

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Content Marketing Marketing eBook Trade Shows 0

Rock the Status Quo

AUGUST 15, 2014

It’s a one-way ticket to social media #virality.” Where they crossed the line of moral behavior was writing a blog post on how to benefit from a tragedy that still had everyone reeling, then attempting to educate marketers on how to leverage the opportunity. Gawker was justified to call it soulless.

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Pitching Viral Interviews Education 272

Remote PR Jobs

JULY 19, 2024

Social Media and Online Presence As any experienced PR professional knows, building a strong online presence and leveraging social media can attract clients both local and nationwide to your services. Testimonials: Collect and display testimonials from happy clients on your website and social media profiles.

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Case Study Conference Local Trade Shows 227

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.

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Writing Case Study Study Brand 109

Cision

JUNE 16, 2017

As About.com became Dotdash and the San Diego Chargers were relocated and renamed the Los Angeles Chargers, social media was bursting with thoughts and opinions on these rebrands. Using surveys, interviews and focus groups, we spoke to employees across different lines of the business and regions. Social Media.

Communications 250

Communications How To Telecommunications Employee 250

Communications Conversations

MARCH 29, 2019

Last week, I shared my news that I’ll be teaching social media at the University of St. 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!). Now, she’s crushing it at Best Buy in social media marketing.

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Social Media Agriculture Marketing Media 128

Prowly

JANUARY 23, 2025

To strategize better , learn the dos and donts of the quintessential trade media workflow: Task #1: Finding trade media contacts Task #2: Writing pitches to trade media Task #3: Maintaining the relationships See how Prowlys features live up to the challenge of hyper-targeting trade media.

Pitching 104

Pitching How To Media B2B 104

Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

2) Crisis Management and Consulting: No company is exempt from crises, which is why a fair relationship with the media, transparency in communication and adequate strategic advice are always the best allies of a company. 3) Executive advocacy: We help our clients build their image and reputation both in traditional media and social media.

Marketing 90

Marketing Pinterest Radio Instagram 90

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

We write plans that cover several months and in our personal lives we may do the same. First date may feel like a media interview – First dates are often awkward and could have moments of silence – but that’s not as likely with a PR person. Like media interviews, we often know what questions to expect.

Product Launch 296

Product Launch Training Interviews Software 296

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). When interviewing, a Google search uncovers everything on a candidate. Hands-on social media experience.

Communications 120

Communications Interviews Social Media LinkedIn 120

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.

Brand 189

Brand Branding Real Estate Tourism 189

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”.

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PRSay

MAY 10, 2019

Here are five tips on how to make your writing resonate with readers. Stuffy and distant: You must make sure that you implement a social media program that isn’t just for one month but lasts for at least six months. Stick with social media for the long term — at least six months. Loosen your language.

Employee 158

Employee Writing Training Social Media 158

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 13, 2017

The best rule, of course, is to slightly underpromise and overdeliver — in writing. Occasionally we see overconfident executives who feel they aren’t in need of media training. With little reason to believe otherwise, a PR team will sometimes book an interview with a journalist, only to see it go poorly.

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. Another mistake?

Education 227

Education Writing Pitching Groups 227

PR Fuel

JULY 14, 2021

Learning how to write press releases can help you reach and appeal to your target audience. Here are the nine tips you need when learning how to write a press release. With these tips, you can gain the media attention your brand deserves. What you decide to write about can impact which publications will want your story, too.

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