Communications Conversations

JANUARY 26, 2016

Something I’ve been thinking about a lot lately: Are we over-relying on media relations in PR? I’m talking about the broader scope of PR here–media relations, content marketing, social media marketing, community relations, etc. Social media marketing is not slowing down.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

For a fee, any organization can upload their press release to a newswire service that distributes it directly to news organizations, much like the original news agencies like Associated Press fed reports to newspapers in the early days of electronic journalism. Keep a check on their pricing as they’re expensive.

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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. Partner with our team of seasoned PR professionals today.

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Mindful Marketing

JUNE 22, 2015

Last week PR Newser wrote an interesting article on the value of media relations. Patrick Coffee had insightful commentary on the Holmes Report’s 2015 World PR Report , where he “respectfully disagreed” with the report’s claim that “media relations skills are not seen as particularly relevant.”. By Seedepth.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MARCH 5, 2024

Yes, it’s true that in today’s digital landscape, public relations professionals no longer rely on earned media alone. Most PR pros today use some form of the PESO Model which includes owned, shared, paid and earned media. However, media pitching and media relations to secure earned media still dominate the industry.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 22, 2018

Every B2B tech PR person dreams of the splashy feature that will help make their company brand instantly recognizable. Just as some celebrities are famous for being famous, big-media notoriety can build the ego without building the brand. Those hours, of course, include studying trade journals, reviews, and analyst reports.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 21, 2023

I assign articles to our in-house and freelance staff, work with our graphic artist for our print layout and designs, and work with our sales and management team to ensure our content meets our editorial mission and help with sales. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started?

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Journalistics

APRIL 5, 2016

The report is jam-packed with information about the current news media environment and how most journalists prefer to work (particularly around areas like social media and working with media relations professionals). If media relations is part of your job, I highly recommend you review Cision’s report in detail.

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Beyond PR

JUNE 8, 2016

Although the trio’s conversation focused on the state of journalism in the District, the obstacles and opportunities they discussed not only apply to most news markets, they also impact their PR counterparts. Build better relationships with today’s journalists by remembering these media insights and PR tips.

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Journalistics

APRIL 5, 2016

The report is jam-packed with information about the current news media environment and how most journalists prefer to work (particularly around areas like social media and working with media relations professionals). If media relations is part of your job, I highly recommend you review Cision’s report in detail.

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Cision

MAY 3, 2016

In this interview, Karen shares how thinking like a journalist will help your media relations strategy, why following up on pitches is so important and what to do before jumping into a career in public relations. What are some key components of a successful media relations strategy? The two are companions.

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Cision

APRIL 12, 2016

In this interview, Adriana discusses the nuances of promoting media brands, the evolving role of social media in media relations and how to adapt your public relations strategy to the changing media landscape. What drew you to the field of public relations?

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Reputation Us

AUGUST 1, 2016

Capistrano comes to LT Public Relations from MIA BELL, a full service retail strategy firm that specializes in national business development for brilliant natural, organic beauty and personal care brands. He supported the PR team through media relations and content development for the web, social and print.

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Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

After 15 years working on air in the Philadelphia market, I decided to utilize my experience in the media industry to help obtain major media placements for spokespeople and brands. I’m still great friends with many TV producers and digital editors which helps me with developing new media strategies.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Previously I was senior editor at sister brand Fleet Owner, which is geared toward fleet executives and other transportation industry leaders. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? Do a little research on if the brand you are pitching would care about the news. My pathway was very typical.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Amidst this environment, you must ask yourself: Wouldn’t it be a whole lot easier and more predictable to put earned media on the back burner, and rely much more heavily on paid and owned media, where you can control the message, the timing and the frequency? YES, it might be easier … but it’s not more effective for your brand.

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Cision

MAY 4, 2016

Rich Oppel, senior advisor for media strategy and management at Crosswind Media & Public Relations, says brands will successfully land media coverage when they can combine their needs with the needs of journalists and their readers. How do you think your background in journalism will help you in this new role?

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Critical Mention

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Have you ever clicked on an interesting article that refers to your industry or brand, only to find that you could not finish reading it unless you have to make a one-time purchase or sign up for a paid subscription? This is also true of some important industry and academic journals. Fortunately, there’s a solution. Share Tweet Share.

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Journalistics

FEBRUARY 25, 2013

For many of us, it’s what attracted us to media relations in the first place. It was pure magic the first time I read an article in print that was the result of a story I pitched. In this post, I’ll share what I believe to be the two most effective media relations tactics for 2013 (hint: it’s all about inbound and real-time).

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Solo PR Pro

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

He developed a love of sports and print media at a young age, and set off to the University of Florida to pursue a degree in journalism. Stu didn’t know much about PR, but had a vague understanding of media relations, having been on the receiving end of pitches during his time producing talk shows.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

MAY 16, 2022

My first article on the project also holds a special place in my memory as it was the first big article I wrote after I started in B2B journalism in which I had come up with the idea and it wound up being the cover story for a print issue. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started?

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Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

During the vetting process, ask potential providers to show you how to track TV, radio, online news, licensed print and social media in one tool—the proof is in the pudding. Ask other PR and communications professionals you know about which media monitoring companies have a reputation for providing great service. Eric Lebowitz.

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Critical Mention

JUNE 10, 2020

As a result, it’s important to be tracking online news , print, social media and broadcast sources constantly to see which journalists and influencers are most trusted and widely-read in a given subject area. . Social Media is an invaluable Resource for Pitching. Eric Lebowitz.

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MaccaPR

MAY 23, 2018

What could the producers and editors of The Wall Street Journal , “The Dr. Oz Show,” BuzzFeed, Parents magazine and NBC’s “Today Show” teach you about successfully pitching a story to the most sought-after media outlets in America? That, plus access to Cision, Muck Rack, social media channels and Google gives PR pros no excuse.

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Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 30, 2019

The greatest of these is the shift away from media relations as the dominant means of public engagement to working across all forms of media. PR leads with earned and owned media but also uses paid and shared media for amplification and targeting. has been exploring in her work on women in journalism.

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Critical Mention

JANUARY 30, 2019

But, whether you are looking at adopting a brand tracking solution for the first time or are re-evaluating your options, there are a couple of “staples” to insist on. When you are monitoring important media coverage—whether it’s a PR crisis or an especially impactful brand story—getting results quickly is absolutely critical.

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 28, 2018

Years ago, contributed articles were a badge of honor since there was a limited number of opportunities in a printed world. In essence, IDG is pulling a metaphorically familiar move: it got brands hooked and now it’s tweaking its human algorithm to depress brand exposure unless brands anti up. That may be changing.

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Critical Mention

JANUARY 30, 2019

When you are monitoring important media coverage—whether it’s a crisis or an especially impactful brand story—getting results quickly is absolutely critical. So, as you consider what media monitoring tool to invest in, make sure the platform you choose has the ability to deliver your results within 60 seconds of the mention.

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Barokas

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Social media and influencer relations are taking a growing share of marcom budgets. Digital and interactive media have largely displaced print. From Pinterest fails to parenting mishaps and workout blunders, I can relate to them on many levels. What media placements will truly move the needle?

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Beyond PR

MAY 17, 2018

With print becoming less important to audiences, telling stories in more visual ways is critical – and public relations professionals can help. It might help if public relations professionals incorporated more multimedia assets into the releases they send to reporters. Use Multimedia to Tell a Better Story.

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Bad Pitch Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2012

The brand, founded in 1870, is attempting to regain relevance and insert itself into a broader conversation. The top tier of rewards focus on print publications. USA Today: $25,000 Associated Press: $20,000 Wall Street Journal: $20,000 The rest of the bounties are broken out on the "PR Bounty" site. The issue with lozenges?

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

Although Dao is a new addition to the staff, the magazine has been around since 1994, providing a home for food culture in print and digital. I’m a Houston native, lifetime restaurant worker and NYU journalism graduate. We’ve got tips from Dao on what and how to pitch tasty treats and stories. What is your specialty?

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Sword and the Script

MARCH 1, 2022

One thing that separates PR, and specifically media relations, from marketing and advertising is third-party validation: there’s nothing you can say about yourself that’s as powerful as someone else saying it about you. Or the Longview Journal in the case of this particular announcement. Million and Eyes the U.S.

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Critical Mention

JULY 16, 2019

As the cost of paid advertising across various digital and broadcast channels increases, brands are increasingly focused on earned media as a way to build awareness and generate revenue. As the name suggests, it’s a fairly simple KPI: the number of people who saw the piece in which your brand was mentioned. Estimated Audience.

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NewsWhip

APRIL 28, 2021

The intersection of media relations, social media, & content creation. The effect of brands helping during the Covid-19 pandemic. If we fast forward to 2021 now, we have all the wonderful things of social media, digital marketing, much improved measurement and tools. Okay, it needs to be media relations still.

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Communications Conversations

MAY 30, 2018

I’m also a consultant to Sprosty Network, and we’ve together worked over two years to build the brand for its RetailXelerator (RX) program (an innovation pipeline program for major corporations). Alice Riot is a line of professional women’s garments that serve as the canvases for limited-edition prints of original works by female artists.

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Cision

MAY 21, 2015

Welcome to The #AskGaryVee show, where I answer your questions about marketing, social media, and entrepreneurship. Tools, tips and tactics on everything marketing and social media related. AskPat is a brand new, DAILY podcast. Want to get on the show? Tweet me your question with #AskGaryVee! 2) Jeff Bullas.

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