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Should Public Relations Change Its Name?

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

As the practice of public relations has changed over the decades, so has its name – morphing from “publicity” and “press office” in the 1920s to broader and more inclusive terms like “public relations,” “public affairs” and “corporate communications.”

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6 Simple Rules for Email Pitches

Cision

82 percent of journalists say PR professionals can improve by researching and understanding their media outlet. Every time you see a story that relates to your business or platform, add that reporter to a list and follow their social media accounts.” Demonstrate Research. ” Want to improve your pitching skills?

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Going Beyond Media Relations: Other Services Solo PR Pros Can Offer

Solo PR Pro

A big misconception about public relations is that the only thing PR pros do is media relations. Here's how the Public Relations Society of America defines public relations : “Public relations is a strategic communication process that builds mutually beneficial relationships between organizations and their publics.”.

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Exploring the modern corporate communication function

Stephen Waddington

Two-fifths report to the Chief Communications Officer (CCO) or another communication leader, and 17% report to the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) or another marketing leader. Other often-mentioned responsibilities included employee communication (69%), brand building (69%), executive communication (64%), and community relations (58%).

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What a Duck Can Do For “Social” Media Relations

Waxing UnLyrical

I’ve held on to a theory for a while now: Social media and media relations are a paradox. In today’s media landscape both are critical in public relations , but my theory begs the questions: Can the old and the new be blended together, and (bigger question) can one help drive success for the other?

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5 “Founding Fathers” Of PR

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Lee was a leader in media relations. Ivy Ledbetter Lee (1877-1934) is credited with refining the art of media relations, but his most celebrated engagement was a train wreck – literally. Edelman elevates marketing PR. Some things never change. He started the PR agency that still bears his name in 1952.

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13 Truths About PR ? How Many Do You Believe In?

PR Matters

It should not be driven by Legal, Marketing, any other department or even outside interest. PR ―along with all other communication channels― must be able to withstand ever-increasing public and social media scrutiny of its credibility and honesty [ Tweet Quote ].