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2017 Crisis Management That (Mostly) Worked

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Southwest Airlines’ soft landing. Everyone recalls the PR fiasco United Airlines experienced in April when footage of a dazed and bloodied passenger being dragged from his seat went viral. But consider how Southwest Airlines handled a tricky passenger situation in September. Well handled.

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10 social media blogs and e-newsletters I suggest following

Communications Conversations

If you’re reading this blog, you also know I produce a lot of content on a monthly basis: 2 blog posts per week, 2 podcast episodes per month and four Talking Points e-newsletters per month. And, I’ve gotten a lot smarter over the years around what blogs and sites to follow–and which to avoid. Buffer blog.

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PR – An Essential Business? Tips for Keeping Your Sanity, Job and Relationships in a Pandemic

Flack's Revenge

My friend Don Leon offered some great advice on LinkedIn: Take a moment to identify some of your favorite clients and customers (folks are tending to stay local so lots of people around/at their desk). Michelle Garrett blogged about pitching media in the Coronavirus Era based on journalists’ feedback.

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Where To Find Public Relations Entry-Level Jobs

Doctor Spin

Local, state, and federal government entities often hire entry-level PR professionals to handle public relations and communications tasks. Hotels, resorts, airlines, and tourism boards may have PR departments or hire PR professionals for communication roles. Nonprofit organisations. Government agencies. Corporate communications teams.

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Summer Travel: How PR & Comms Are Helping Drive Demand

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

Major airports experience increased passenger volumes, and airlines may offer more flights and vacation packages to cater to the demand. In response, hotels and airlines are implementing eco-friendly practices and promoting sustainable tourism initiatives.

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7 Lessons Every Marketer Can Learn From The CrossFit Instagram Crisis

MaccaPR

Amidst the hurricane of PR catastrophes this past year – from H & M’s racist “Biggest Monkey in the Jungle” debacle, Papa John’s CEO attacking the NFL and Uber’s parade of scandals to United Airlines’ nose-breaking, tooth-shattering attack on a passenger, the Oscar “Best Picture is.Oops!” The alternative to that lightning-fast candor?

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The Extra Mile PR Strategy: Wow Your Customers

Doctor Spin

Southwest Airlines. Southwest Airlines is known for its friendly and fun-loving flight attendants. Southwest Airlines employees celebrate passenger’s 104th birthday. Partner with a local influencer to promote your business on social media. Write a guest blog post for a popular industry publication or website.