Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The vendor community that serves PR has published a handful of reports over the last few months. ET Why: We’ve got a lot of ideas to help you overcome some of the challenges How: Click the link above; no registration is required And now on with the summaries of those three reports… 1. So, says Propel, which provides PR software.

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Landis PR

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Even as the communications sector has expanded to include social media channels, blogs, virtual events and more, media relations has remained – and will remain – a cornerstone of any smart MarComm strategy. With that in mind, here are five of our top pro tips for a successful media relations program in 2022: .

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 9, 2020

75% of PR and comms pros say media relations is getting harder – up 25% over three years; here are some practical techniques for adapting A majority of public relations and communications professionals say media relations keeps getting harder. Here are a few representative comments: “Media are stretched very thin.

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PRSay

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Five months into the pandemic, I sat down to talk to New York Times staff reporter Anahad O’Connor. Remember that before you get angry about the length of time it takes to receive a response from a reporter. “I Be sure to ask reporters the ways they would prefer to work together. And of course, stay flexible. “I

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PRSay

MAY 4, 2020

Cision recently released its annual State of the Media Report , which uncovers the latest trends and challenges facing the media industry, and how PR professionals can work with their journalist counterparts better. A high bar for anything related to COVID-19. Sarah Parker is the head of content marketing at Cision.

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Sword and the Script

APRIL 20, 2021

True thought leadership is hard to achieve, not because it’s hard, but because some in B2B just can’t get out of their own way. It was the center of its content marketing, media relations and social media efforts. The reporter just noticed. The company had achieved a true thought leadership status.

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PRSay

MARCH 21, 2022

Companies are improving the way they share information, even as the credibility of CEOs and PR representatives has fallen, according to MuckRack’s 2022 “ The State of Journalism ” report. Reporters who agreed said companies are not tech-savvy and/or don’t validate their information.

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Onclusive

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

At the time, Equilar was using the Cision media monitoring platform, which was addressing some of their needs but did not meet the standard they required to refine their PR strategy. The post Why The Equilar Communications Team Moved from Cision to Onclusive Pro appeared first on Onclusive.

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Stern + Associates

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Thought leadership is well regarded as an essential function for business success and brand building, and many organizations see the value in putting their experts forward as thought leaders to be a voice of the brand and its expertise. Influence Business Growth and Sales Thought leadership directly impacts purchasing decisions.

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Communications Conversations

AUGUST 15, 2019

Ten years ago or so, thought leadership opportunities in the business media world were somewhat prevalent. In the media relations world, this was huge because a big part of our value is getting clients into big-time publications like these. Try to find a list of editor and reporters. Finally, consider Fast Company.

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Reputation Us

APRIL 18, 2017

Many blogs focus on media relations through the lens of news releases. There’s another powerful tool in the PR toolbox — Thought Leadership. But, what is thought leadership and who constitutes being a leader of thought? Here are three quick tips to get your thought leadership marketing in motion.

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 14, 2018

If you work in PR and engage in media relations , it’s a good idea to keep an ear out as to what is on the minds of those that work in the media. The 2018 State of the Media report by Cision is an annual survey of reporters that offers some insight. 2) Trust in media still adrift, says media.

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Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Earned Media & Media Relations In the old days, sending out press releases and then managing a Rolodex of media contacts could help PR pros to land earned media. Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Earned Media & Media Relations. In the old days, sending out press releases and then managing a Rolodex of media contacts could help PR pros to land earned media. Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix.

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PRSay

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Greentarget, the strategic communications firm where I work as director of media relations, recently surveyed 100 journalism students and new professionals in the field. The new research follows Greentarget’s reports in 2020 and 2021 , which examined how journalists can counter fake news.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 28, 2023

Here are three main barriers to consider: A limited media universe There is a glaringly obvious shortage of traditional “sales-focused” reporters and publications for earned media. Fragmented news landscape The limited media landscape is partially driven by how fragmented news consumption is for the sales audience.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

The value of a strategic PR program isn’t always obvious to an organization’s leadership. But the impact of public relations is most relevant to those in that C-suite – or at least, it should be. Seeing around the corner is helpful in developing the big ideas that drive positioning and earned media coverage.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Whether it’s true love or love-hate, our leadership encourages its use for first drafts of written content, research synthesis, rote reports, and more. A co-dependent relationship with media tools Media relations tools like Muck Rack and Qwoted have become indispensable to PR teams as technology evolves.

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Communications Conversations

OCTOBER 15, 2019

This just in: media relations is getting tougher. Consider the following: Demand for media attention is high: Most top-tier writers now receive 100, 250 or 500 pitches a week for 5 story spots. Media is outnumbered: PR Pros now outnumber journalists by a factor of 6 to 1. Much, much tougher. The stats back up the claim.

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PRSay

AUGUST 18, 2023

Art credit: iexpert ] The post People Mistrust Media Reports About Climate Change, Study Finds first appeared on PRsay. As one participant put it, statements such as the “Earth is going to be ended in five years because we’re all terrible humans” make her skeptical. [

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Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 19, 2021

I’ve been a business reporter at USA TODAY since 2015, based in the Washington, D.C. Before that, I was a reporter for the Detroit Free Press. I was fortunate enough to get a part-time staff writing job at age 17 for The Saline Reporter and continued working there through college. I think there’s a lot we can learn from them.

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Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

More: 3 Studies Demonstrate How Earned Media Drives Behavior and Credibility 2. B2B thought leadership drives perceptions, trust and sales A survey of 3,000+ business executives by Edelman and LinkedIn connected B2B thought leadership to trust and sales. How much money do PR professionals earn?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 26, 2021

You must be careful to not to BS reporters about privacy policies, they can smell it a mile away. Marketers need guidance, and these changes are the perfect way for ad tech companies to use thought leadership to assure brands that they are not alone. Have you hired a Chief Privacy Officer? How are you getting consent from consumers?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 5, 2024

We’re getting a handle on how to use generative AI ethically and with impact , riding the waves of an evolving social media landscape, and navigating unpredictable news cycles. The leadership team here at Crenshaw Communications, a Mod Op company, has taken the time to investigate the emerging trends to expect for 2024.

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Onclusive

JUNE 15, 2022

Many PR professionals consider communications to be a broader management discipline reporting directly to the CEO, while some marketing executives still see PR as imprecise practice that is too difficult to measure. Forrester also suggests that owned, social and earned media become as important, if not more important, than paid media.

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Onclusive

JUNE 15, 2022

Many PR professionals consider communications to be a broader management discipline reporting directly to the CEO, while some marketing executives still see PR as imprecise practice that is too difficult to measure. We invest a lot in earned media because this is precisely how you build trust and corporate. Generating brand awareness.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 13, 2021

-Monitor media and seek out speaking opportunities for clients as “thought leaders”. Daily client interaction to update, report on and discuss media relations. Provide strong guidance and leadership to junior-level staff. Assist in the research, writing and development of new business proposals and presentations.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 1, 2021

With that in mind, here are some tips for PR pros to help encourage a stellar media interview performance. Know the reporter and outlet . It’s essential to research the media outlet and their audience, of course. Read about the reporters’ background, reporting beats, and previous stories to understand their approach and style.

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Onclusive

APRIL 15, 2020

We believe that the current economic uncertainty and turbulence has opened up an unprecedented leadership opportunity for PR professionals, and we’re pleased to offer our expertise and recommendations to support you during this critical time. How MobileIron Cut Reporting Time From Days to Minutes. million in revenue).

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Stern + Associates

JULY 8, 2024

A recent survey by LinkedIn and Edelman revealed that nearly 90% of B2B decision-makers are receptive to outreach from companies known for high-quality thought leadership. When tied to a founder, this leadership can be particularly impactful, making the founder the ideal face of their company’s brand.

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 1, 2022

The type of work has also changed with 90% reporting it’s changed at least some while 50% saying it’s changed significantly. The type of work has also changed with 90% reporting it’s changed at least some while 50% saying it’s changed significantly. It’s hard to predict.” Comms budgets are up. When asked, “Why?”

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PRSay

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

In addition, we will cover many of the fundamentals of media relations, so our program also would be beneficial to those starting out in public relations — including students and new professionals in PR, media and journalism. How was your transition into public relations?

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Shift Communications

JANUARY 17, 2023

This will remain true, especially as mistrust and uncertainty (around companies, sectors, leadership, the media, influencers, products, the economy and so on) run rampant. With that in mind, we asked SHIFT leadership and client advisors what they’re keeping top for clients in 2023. Here’s what they said.

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Sword and the Script

JULY 11, 2023

Reputation Revolution by Trevor Young I only recently discovered Trevor Young , but he talks about a topic that is close to my heart: thought leadership and “reputation marketing.” He has some amazing guests and it’s a good one for those looking to better understand thought leadership/expert-led PR and the power of personal branding.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Earned Media/Media Relations. Far from just managing a digital Rolodex, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix. Owned Media/Content Strategy. Executive Thought Leadership. Relationship building takes time.

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PRSay

JANUARY 8, 2019

As communicators, we work hard to engage with reporters and editors to make them aware of the great work our clients are doing — but we still understand why bosses make these urgent requests. Earned media demonstrates credibility, since the organization doesn’t pay for the placement. Find your organization’s best stories.

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Onclusive

APRIL 15, 2020

We believe that the current economic uncertainty and turbulence has opened up an unprecedented leadership opportunity for PR professionals, and we’re pleased to offer our expertise and recommendations to support you during this critical time. email campaign X generated 500 click-throughs and 30 leads, resulting in $1.5 million in revenue).

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