Solo PR Pro

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Department of Labor Bureau of Statistics just released data showing that there are six “public relations specialists” for every one reporter. While I’m happy to see the communication industry grow, I would like to see that growth because of an increase in the perceived value of our industry and respect for the talent it requires.

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Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

CEOs and business leaders are increasingly recognizing the value of corporate communications; investors say comms can increase company valuations. This week I paused to catch up on reading several other PR and corporate communications surveys that I haven’t had a chance to read yet and summarize them here for you.

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Sword and the Script

MARCH 22, 2022

Along with influence, 72% of communications leaders also say their teams are larger than a year ago, however, staff resignation rate is alarming – analysts point to a lack of flex work options. According to Gartner, 83% of communications leaders surveyed say their influence among the c-suite has grown.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 8, 2021

With this in mind, what are the go-to questions aspiring public relations employees should ask in an interview? . Future employees should be able to list several things they love about their company to make it appealing. Are you a strong writer, social media whiz or maybe have a special touch when it comes to media relations?

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Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Whether you’re a new PR assistant or the Director of Communications, the core of your job revolves around using news and content to put forth your brand’s desired messaging. Our job descriptions tell us what we’ll be responsible for in a given public relations or communications role, but we rarely reference the J.D.

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Sword and the Script

JULY 13, 2021

Top communications challenges are 1) too many priorities 2) cutting through the noise and 3) working with “leaders that don’t understand comms” (36%) – educating execs is “superpower” . When businesses face a problem they don’t know how to solve, it tends to turn to one of two departments for help: legal or communications.

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Stern + Associates

JUNE 22, 2023

Corporate communication isn’t just a tool to roll out when a problem arises – it should be an integral part of an organization’s strategy , says Dartmouth Tuck School of Business Corporate Communication and Leadership Professor Paul A. Communication is a strategic general management function and such an important tool.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 15, 2021

The role of a PR agency in this alignment, and in building an organization’s reputation among customers, employees, and stakeholders, is central. On the positive side, something the client has overlooked or takes for granted could be useful information for media relations or storytelling. Be Responsive.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Depending on the length of the engagement, it’s often advantageous to include a contract employee in relevant team and company meetings. Internal team members and clients will appreciate the investment in proper communication and management. Be transparent with client companies involved.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Whether you’re a new PR assistant or the Director of Communications, the core of your job revolves around using news and content to put forth your brand’s desired messaging. Our job descriptions tell us what we’ll be responsible for in a given public relations or communications role, but we rarely reference the J.D.

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 30, 2021

Following a tumultuous year, 80% of PR and comms professionals say organizations place a greater value on comms, according to the 2021 JOTW Strategic Communications Survey. Organizations value communications more than ever. The media relations struggle. Shonali Burke , President & CEO, Shonali Burke Consulting , Inc.,

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 17, 2021

As an East Coast employee now working on the West Coast for the past eight months, I don’t face the kind of challenges as teams who span several time zones across many global regions. Before making the move to another time zone, it’s important to keep open communications with your team. A new location can bring a new time zone with it.

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PRSay

AUGUST 30, 2022

And when told they’ll lose their jobs, employees are just as shocked today. Still, when layoffs become necessary, there’s a lot that employers can do to mitigate the pain and difficulty that employees experience. Garg came to represent accusations that corporations treat employees as expendable units. People were shocked then.

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Landis PR

JANUARY 5, 2023

It’s an interesting time to be a communicator. The economic outlook is uncertain, traditional media are struggling to remain relevant, social media continues to be inundated with misinformation – is it any surprise that public sentiment is fickle at best? When the going gets tough, you need to communicate more, not less.

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Barokas

MARCH 16, 2020

Widespread social distancing and remote work has challenged all of us to pause and evaluate how we communicate, operate and manage projects in the workplace. It’s also caused many companies to refocus their PR, marketing and communications plans. It’s a question many of our clients have asked over the last month.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

And public relations in particular simply doesn’t lend itself to sudden starts and stops. Media relations results can lag activity by three months or more. Pulling an entire team off a PR program, whether through an outside agency or internal layoffs, means that team may not be available once PR resumes.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Our job descriptions tells us what we’ll be responsible for in a given public relations or communications role, but we rarely reference the J.D. For the sake of creating a comprehensive list of all the tasks today’s PR and communications teams are responsible for, we’ve compiled a list of 20 responsibilities or areas of focus.

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Stern + Associates

AUGUST 11, 2023

To find success in such highly competitive markets as those we see today, businesses must establish, carry out, and surveil different forms of public relations strategies. That’s because it’s important to properly communicate to customers, investors, and other stakeholders why they should remain interested in the company.

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 17, 2021

I’ve spent the past few weeks breaking down the survey results from the 2021 JOTW Strategic Communications Survey ( overview , challenges and the media relations struggle ). This week I paused to catch up on reading several other surveys of interest to PR and communications. The Gray Area of Communicating a Point of View.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 7, 2021

Traditionally, onboarding for new employees would entail face-to-face meetings, all-company lunches and even an after-hours happy hour. New employees who went through a structured onboarding program were 58% more likely to be with the organization after three years. — What are some ways you have onboarded new employees virtually?

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Doctor Spin

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

PR professionals craft compelling narratives and critical messages that resonate with stakeholders , influencers , and publics , and they disseminate these through various channels, including traditional media, social media , and direct communications. Source: Journal of Communication 1 Botan, C., & Taylor, M.

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5W PR

AUGUST 23, 2023

A public relations degree offers diverse career opportunities. Professionals in this field shape and maintain organizational reputations, manage communication strategies, and engage with stakeholders. They create press releases , media pitches, and coordinate interviews to generate positive media coverage.

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Prohibition

JANUARY 24, 2022

Having a crisis communication plan in place ahead of time reduces confusion, ensures an effective communication flow, and improves messaging timeliness during or after a crisis. The basics of good crisis communications are the same for every company. The basics of good crisis communications are the same for every company.

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PRSay

DECEMBER 2, 2020

Gordon Johndroe , vice president of global media relations and public affairs for the Chicago-based aircraft manufacturer, spoke to members of PRSA’s Corporate Communications Section in the Nov. Another $50 million was set aside for investments in their communities. We need to plan for beyond 72 hours.

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Onclusive

OCTOBER 12, 2021

If you’re a communicator tasked with getting budget approval for the PR department, read on to learn how to develop a business case that you can use to get the resources and support you need to achieve your goals. A business case can also help you demonstrate the value of PR and communications for your brand.

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Konnect Agency

JUNE 22, 2023

That’s why it’s essential for businesses to have a crisis communications plan in place and a seasoned PR agency partner to can help streamline that process and create a dependable strategy. These messages should be clear, concise, and consistent across all communications channels.

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5W PR

MARCH 4, 2019

To make the process easier, here are some insights into the best way to handle internal and external communications in such circumstances: Plan ahead. Proper planning ahead of time can make the process much easier on you, your employees and your customers. Notify employees ahead of time. Provide reassurance to customers.

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Landis PR

APRIL 29, 2024

According to the people of Finland, communications is the world’s most powerful tool for change. In this week’s blog, our Public Relations Global Network partner, Taru Tujunen from Ellun Kanat , writes about the business environment in Finland. For us, communications is the world’s most powerful tool for change.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 12, 2018

A recent study by the Association of National Advertisers (ANA) and the USC Center for Public Relations found that marketers plan to increase staffing and overall spending on public relations over the next five years. But the last thing any brand wants to do is beat media over the head with non-news. No laurel-resting here!

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PR in High Definition

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

KPMG’s ex-chairman, Bill Michael, recently came under fire for making controversial remarks about his employees “playing the victim card” and “moaning” about their circumstances during the lockdown. The comms team reacted fast and the organisation was quick to make changes – and communicate them well! Are they stubborn?

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Deirdre Breakenridge

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

We were able to identify 6 management oriented roles associated with social media (social listening and analytics, online media relations, policy maker, employee recruiter, internal social media manager, and policing) and the specific duties those roles involve. – Marlene Neill. – Marlene Neill.

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 18, 2019

If you ask 10 different public relations (PR) professionals what they do for a living, you’d get 10 different answers. For example, the 2019 JOTW Communications Survey posed this question to 223 PR and communications pros…and we received a wide variety of answers from respondents. Communication teams must straddle all worlds.”.

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Sword and the Script

MAY 29, 2018

As such, the 2018 JOTW Communications Survey , which was conducted in partnership with Ned’s Job of the Week , also included an open-ended question at the end of the survey. 4) “I wish more would get how much more audiences appreciate communications than marketing. Also see these related posts: Is Media Relations Getting Harder?

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Cision

MAY 19, 2016

Meghan Gross, executive vice president at Grayling, says a successful communication strategy starts with a strong internal foundation. In this interview, Meghan discusses the process of developing solid communication, driving authentic content through employees and keeping all stakeholders informed and engaged.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JUNE 6, 2023

But to the marketing and communications worlds, the reality is that it has been used in various forms for years, having started gaining momentum around 2015. Ways marketing communications is currently utilizing AI Data Analysis and Insights: AI enables marketers to analyze vast amounts of data and extract valuable insights quickly.

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Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

“Public relations is the practice of building and maintaining relationships between an organization and its stakeholders. This can include the media, customers, employees, and the general public. PR can also involve managing events, speaking at conferences, and developing social media campaigns.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

An on-and-off approach to media relations and executive visibility will fall short. To support the ongoing operation of a PR program, a company needs an internal manager, C-level insights and participation, and a roadmap for a 12-month period. Does every startup need an outside agency? A client-agency mismatch. It happens.

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