Business Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

As our goal is to deliver ‘leadability’ for international organisations, and the market momentum that goes with it, in the Central & Eastern Europe (CEE) region, we have prepared a short guide on factors to take into account if you want to build lasting relationships with the media for your organisation or brand.

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Blogging How To Communications Internal 310

Sword and the Script

JULY 27, 2021

Where some see diminishing value in media relations others see opportunity; the best way to improve results is to use a combination of pitching, content and social media. The media relations struggle is real. Perhaps invest in people, research or tools to help facilitate media relations.

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Media Relations Media Pitching Survey 173

Sword and the Script

JUNE 13, 2023

A survey of 3,000+ finds 75% of journalists say the top action any PR person can take is to understand a reporter’s target audience and what they find relevant; journalism statistics show reporters worry about accuracy, credibility and keeping pace amid more work and fewer resources Most PR professionals say media relations is getting harder.

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Journalism Media Relations Report Media 127

Business Wire

OCTOBER 28, 2021

In this article, our PR experts with decades of experience in the DACH media landscape will share some best practices when pitching to media in the DACH market. A successful pitch to press is fundamental for a company's thought leadership status and brand awareness.

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Blogging Marketing How To Pitching 195

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. Media relations isn’t sales. Send it around internally.

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Solo PR Pro

JANUARY 3, 2023

Top 10 blog posts published on Solo PR Pro in 2022. Here are 10 of our favorite blog posts published on the Solo PR Pro blog in 2022. Here's a five-step process to gather information to craft stories that stand out in internal communications and media pitches. 5 Tips for Working with the Media in 2022.

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Blogging Small Business Tools Journalism 91

Onclusive

DECEMBER 14, 2021

This week, our blog series comparing top media monitoring and PR analytics software solutions, including Onclusive, Meltwater, Cision and Muck Rack, continues with an overview of media contact database, campaign management and reporting tools. Solutions for your media relations workflow.

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Tools Report Comparison Media 370

Communications Conversations

DECEMBER 13, 2019

If you’ve worked in the PR industry in the Twin Cities for any length of time, you’ve probably heard about or visited, the MN PR Blog. In fact, to my knowledge, the MN PR Blog was one of the first PR blogs in the entire country! The blog was founded and managed by Ryan May. Since, 2003, to be exact.

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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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Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

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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Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 195

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 1, 2022

” In open-ended comments, respondents cite digital, internal comms and a greater focus on comms by leadership as among the underlying reasons. Some of those comments include the following: “Significantly more related to internal comms and recruiting.”. Owned media is the only area that has a consensus majority.

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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. Media Monitoring & Analysis. Internal Communications. Media Training. Iterative PR Measurement.

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Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Critical Mention

OCTOBER 8, 2017

NEW YORK, OCTOBER 8, 2017 — Critical Mention integrates massive amount of international online news feed into its full-service media monitoring and measurement platform. Clients use this content to spot trends, analyze, report on and refine on their media relations efforts. Media Contact. About Critical Mention.

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Internal International Television Radio 60

Sword and the Script

JULY 30, 2016

First, because the first draft is usually written like a news report and based on an interview with an internal expert with a big idea. It’s one of my media relations best practices, which is the theme for this week’s Unscripted Marketing links. Do you need help with media relations? This works for two reasons.

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Media Relations Media Pitching Writing 60

The Stalwart Blog

JANUARY 28, 2016

I thought it would be a good time to check in on our former interns and find out where they are now. Melina Destein , Stalwart summer 2012 intern. I am currently working on the retail marketing team at Google, working on partner relations with our key retailers. Brianna Bruinsma , Stalwart summer 2013 intern.

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Internal International Retail Ethics 60

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

I balance a lot of hats internally and externally but it’s a challenge and I enjoy learning each day. At the same time, you don’t want to be perceived as the ‘know it all’, so it’s finding the happy middle ground where you can make the biggest impact with coaching your internal client and how and when to present to media.

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Media Relations Media Insurance Insurance 68

5W PR

OCTOBER 9, 2023

However, effectively engaging in international public relations requires a strategic approach that considers cultural nuances, local preferences, and diverse media landscapes. Local media relations Cultivate relationships with local media outlets and journalists to secure coverage that speaks directly to local consumers.

Strategy 78

Strategy Brand Branding How To 78

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Most of all, we’re a strategic resource for internal and external clients. Prospective clients often tell us that their agency is hard-working, smart, and collegial, but that they simply don’t prioritize top-tier media coverage. As the power of digital and social media has soared, they see new opportunities.

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SEO Agency Reputation Policies 227

Landis PR

APRIL 29, 2024

In this week’s blog, our Public Relations Global Network partner, Taru Tujunen from Ellun Kanat , writes about the business environment in Finland. The blog covers Finland’s history of innovation and current investment opportunities, particularly in sectors like bio & circular economy and sustainable technology.

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Radio Pinterest Television Government 64

Onclusive

APRIL 15, 2020

This is a continuation of our April blog series focused on helping communications teams get the credit they deserve and the resources they need by making a key shift to data-driven PR and communications. Airbnb + 23andMe: Achieving Success with the Heritage Travel Campaign. How 23andMe Uses PR Attribution to Drive Business Outcomes.

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Data-Driven PR Measurement Data Travel 259

5W PR

AUGUST 23, 2023

PR specialists build relationships with journalists, bloggers, and influencers to secure media placements and handle crisis communication when necessary. Media relations manager Media relations managers focus on cultivating relationships with media outlets to ensure positive coverage for their organization or clients.

Publicity 78

Publicity Public Affairs Crisis Communications Policies 78

Cision

OCTOBER 6, 2016

Although some PR professionals have seized the opportunity to evolve their public relations strategies, far too many have stayed complacent, keeping their heads down and focusing on media relations and other traditional tactics that have served them well throughout the years. Shared Media. Owned Media.

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Media Relations Newspapers Measurement Social Media 331

Sword and the Script

JUNE 30, 2021

This is a pivotal moment for PR and communications professionals to get out of the media relations spin cycle and demonstrate the breadth and depth of our value,” wrote Karen Swim , who is a long-time PR, Marketing and Social Media Consultant at Words For Hire , LLC and the President of Solo PR Pro. The media relations struggle.

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Survey Communications Ethics Measurement 120

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 11, 2016

My public relations career began with media relations. Although I’d never recommend someone go through the “boot camp” experience I had, it did teach me how to secure media opportunities quickly and make them stick. As you can imagine, I’m a big proponent of media relations. Media relations can be tough.

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Media Relations Media Measurement Conference 40

The Hoffman Agency

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Rest assured, future interns, my past four months at The Hoffman Agency couldn’t be further from this image. The post Breaking the Wall Between Movie Expectations and Reality: An Exclusive Look at the Life of a Real Intern appeared first on "What's HAppening" Blog.

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Internal International Meeting Pitching 36

Onclusive

JANUARY 25, 2019

International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) World Conference. Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) International Conference. With several events throughout the year, PR News addresses a senior-level public relations and marketing audience. Dates: June 9-12, 2019. Location: Vancouver, British Columbia.

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Conference Content Marketing Marketing Internal 256

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Some of us laughed, but I blogged about this after Dan died, because, as self-evident as it was, that simple mantra has stayed with me. Of course, it stemmed from an error I made as a fresh faced intern. I had inadvertently included the wrong media story in a daily monitoring report for our client. Dan was right.

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Internal International Meeting Leadership 310

Sword and the Script

APRIL 20, 2021

A blog with B2B sales attribution. Years ago, I championed a blog for this exact organization. It was the center of its content marketing, media relations and social media efforts. I literally wrote and edited thousands of blog posts – many over 1,000-words long – for that brand. Check out our services.].

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B2B Leadership Marketing Blogging 106

Onclusive

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

As data science specialists for communications, in our new blog series on “Demystifying PR Measurement” we’d like to offer best practices and frameworks for setting communications goals, success metrics and processes that you can use even if you’re just starting out.

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Measurement Guidelines Data Education 368

Sword and the Script

JUNE 6, 2023

Aaron Kwittken, founder and CEO of PRophet and CEO of Stagwell Marketing Cloud’s Comms Tech Unit gave me a tour of the product previously which I wrote up here: This AI is ‘Taylor’ Made for Media Relations; PRophet Adds Generative AI to PR Software 2. Internal comms. Investor relations platform plans to add generative AI.

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Survey Software B2B Pitching 146

Stern + Associates

JANUARY 29, 2024

Ad spending – the historic lifeblood of mainstream media – has plummeted as people spend more time on social media platforms where advertisers can reach them directly. Local media has been eviscerated, and now many iconic national and global outlets are hurting badly.

Strategy 96

Strategy Publicity Media Video 96

Onclusive

APRIL 15, 2020

This is a continuation of our April blog series focused on helping communications teams get the credit they deserve and the resources they need by making a key shift to data-driven PR and communications.

Data-Driven PR 195

Data-Driven PR Measurement Data Travel 195

Ronn Torossian

APRIL 16, 2018

Ever since the massive international emissions scandal, Volkswagen has been actively working to regain its position as one of the top automaker on the planet. The post VW Abruptly Shifts Gears appeared first on 5WPR CEO Ronn Torossian Founder's Blog. The latest shift in the process has been a surprise to many.

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Internal International Blogging Company 210

Ronn Torossian

MARCH 25, 2019

Cannabis has increasingly become a focal point of international attention. For entrepreneurs hoping to advance their brands, this boom in legal cannabis presents an incredible opportunity to convert media coverage into positive brand capital- […].

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Brand Branding Internal International 150

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 29, 2022

The art of the follow up can be its own blog post. Don’t be afraid to be honest with a client or your internal team about the status of a given pitch or initiative. Being ghosted by members of the media is an unfortunate part of being in PR, so it’s up to us to share the reality of the situation. Communicate with stakeholders

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How To Media Report Pitching 321

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 12, 2018

A PR program operates best when the client has tasked an internal manager for the work, and all parties agree on what the agency needs to succeed. But the last thing any brand wants to do is beat media over the head with non-news. A key component of stellar media relations is knowing what stories to pitch and to whom.

Publicity 256

Publicity Brand Branding Storytelling 256

Cision

APRIL 18, 2017

Owned media is content you create on a platform you own, such as your company’s website or blog. Go to your website or your internal server/Dropbox/Google Drive and grab your most recent frequently asked questions sheet. In this case, I chose, “How to write blog posts that get read and shared.”. Generate blog post ideas.

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