Stephen Waddington

JANUARY 15, 2020

Thank you to everyone who sent me feedback on my essay on the future of PR via email or social media. There were some clear misses in my original essay: social media activism, internal communications, storytelling and professionalism in PR. Social media activism is only possible because brands don’t listen.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 8, 2021

Of course he never would have found the time or discipline to manage a media a relations function, and it would have been a poor use of that time. Elon Musk’s example has the PR community wondering if his company is the exception to the rule, or possibly a sign of something to come. The PR community was also underwhelmed.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 13, 2023

Its success hinges on a genuine understanding of diverse communities and cultures. Internally, a diverse team sends a message that the company values inclusion and is committed to creating that kind of work environment. Third, agencies can reach diverse communities by partnering with groups that represent those communities.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

I am the editorial director, Commercial Vehicle Group at Endeavor Business Media. The Endeavor Commercial Vehicle Group is comprised of six CV brands: FleetOwner, Fleet Maintenance, Trailer/Body Builders, Bulk Transporter, Refrigerated Transporter, and American Trucker. Finish this sentence: If I am not reporting, I am ….

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PRSay

APRIL 26, 2021

And even if you issue public statements supporting social justice movements or decrying injustices experienced by specific identity communities, today’s audiences are savvy at reading between the lines. Outline language references related to a range of identity communities, such as race/ethnicity, gender identity, sexual identity, age, etc.,

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Bianchi Biz Blog

MAY 16, 2024

Grace Haekyung Son, Managing Director of PR House We are pleased to share the next post in a series of in-depth profiles of key international markets written by one of our PRGN partners. Communications, media and PR market in South Korea While digital media is prevalent, traditional media still holds influence in Korea.

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5W PR

OCTOBER 11, 2023

In PR, these relationships aren’t just with journalists and media professionals but also with clients, colleagues, and industry peers. Access to resources Through networking, PR professionals can access valuable resources, from media databases and industry reports to expert advice. Providing value Networking is a two-way street.

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Communications Conversations

JANUARY 30, 2020

For the last few years, I’ve been developing a “Social Media Trends” presentation in January that I’ve now given more than 20 times. While I don’t proclaim to be a trend-spotter, I do keep up with social media trends each week–mostly because I have to! For this blog. For the Talking Points Podcast.

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wiredPRworks

MAY 13, 2022

Does managing social media sometimes feel like running a marathon? Listen in as Allan Schoenberg, Chief Communications Officer at Vinson & Elkins, shares lessons from his job as a top communicator and his passion for running to help you enjoy your job more, stress less, and keep running in the race we call social media marketing.

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Stephen Waddington

MAY 4, 2021

Practitioners have supported business leaders in listening, planning and engaging with internal and external stakeholders in managing responses to the pandemic. The leadership and management concerns grouped under the heading of ESG aren’t new. In future the complex of concerns grouped as ESG will need to be managed together.

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wiredPRworks

APRIL 13, 2022

How can financial services organizations use social media to differentiate and build relationships? With tight regulations and even tighter internal compliance guidelines, there’s no free and easy posting. Financial Services Organizations Social Media Interview Key Points. Learn more about McGuffin Creative Group.

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PRSay

JUNE 15, 2021

If you’re tempted to post a rainbow flag photo on your company’s social media feeds and call it a day, don’t. If the past year has taught you anything, then it should be that the price of admission to the LGBTQ ally community is now much higher. Engaging LGBTQ communications professionals with experience is best.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Elite international law firm Jones Day faces a reputation crisis as a result of its work to help the president challenge 2020 election results in four states. We see concern about such situations more often at PR agencies, as when Edelman backed down after employees protested its work for ICE detention company GEO Group.

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PR for Anyone

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Dr. Gail Saltz, psychiatrist and media expert specializing in well-being, relationships, and anxiety, shares practical tips for managing these feelings in daily life. Dr. Saltz suggests limiting exposure to constant news alerts and social media updates, opting instead for a trusted news source at specific times of the day.

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Solo PR Pro

OCTOBER 18, 2022

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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Landis PR

APRIL 29, 2024

It also provides information on key economic indicators, government initiatives, and advice for foreign companies looking to navigate Finland’s media environment. This applies to the media also. It is not advisable to have an employee of a communications firm present in the interview situation. million users Facebook : 3.59

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Stephen Waddington

JULY 3, 2022

Public relations academics and practitioners explored a diverse range of societal and communication issues at BledCom. The event was pitched as a reboot of internal and external communication for stakeholders. He challenged communicators to think about the useful benefit and outcome of their work.

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Stephen Waddington

JULY 16, 2021

The report includes contributions from panel members, formed from leaders from across the UK communications industry. Organisational leaders turned to internal communication teams because they recognised the critical role of communication in engaging with staff. Your expertise has never been more in demand.

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Doctor Spin

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Confirmation bias in the media skews the news. Fuelled by confirmation bias and media logic, echo chambers expose news audiences mainly to reinforcing opinions, narrowing and distorting their worldview. Learn more: Confirmation Bias in Media: The Echo Chamber Challenge Subscribe and get a free ebook on how to get better PR ideas.

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Stephen Waddington

APRIL 6, 2022

The public relations function has an opportunity to help navigate these issues with activist groups and other internal and external stakeholders. These are the headlines from The Future of Corporate Activism report published by the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

JUNE 8, 2016

Social media can open new doors and might even land you that dream job or connection. Recent and current public relations graduate students at New York University’s School of Professional Studies, Srishti Assaye , Margaret DeJesus and Sabrina Ruiz , will discuss how to utilize social media to seek out professional opportunities.

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Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Today I share Deborah Weinstein’s answers to questions about the challenges confronting social media marketing and digital communications. Are the social media waters still safe for marketing? Have you been recommending a change in strategy regarding social media? What comes after social media? Be Helpful.

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Stern + Associates

AUGUST 11, 2023

There are seven different types of public relations businesses must be aware of and can employ: Media relations As a type of public relations, media relations focus on forming relationships with various media outlets, broadcasters, journalists, and bloggers. There are many ways to build community relations.

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Business Wire

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

By Serena Ehrlich, Director of Social and Evolving Media, Business Wire In early 2018, Facebook announced a news feed update that dramatically changes how brands can engage with their communities and audiences within the Facebook platform. Look at the Instant Pot Community. This is an advice community. Implementation Tip!

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Karen Freberg

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

As I have shared with my students all the time, blogging and social media can open up some amazing opportunities you would have never imagined. I have been to New Zealand, but it’s been nearly 26 years since I was here the last time (was here as part of my first family international trip!). Social media truly opens doors.

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Reputation Us

JUNE 14, 2021

The actions a credit union takes – or doesn’t take – may affect its reputation with its staff, members and community. staff, members, community, media, social media influencers), being silent on such prominent social justice matters may suggest that your credit union is noncommittal, tone-deaf or even complicit.

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Flack's Revenge

JUNE 6, 2018

Our friends at Jerusalem Venture Partners (JVP), an internationally renowned venture capital fund based in Israel, hosted a meetup, where I led a session about the art of PR for the Jerusalem tech community and its startups. JVP’s innovative approach starts with its unique location at the JVP Media Quarter.

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Stephen Waddington

AUGUST 9, 2019

Next time you call out a brand on the internet please stop and think about the individuals behind the social media profile. The social media and public relations community was quick to pile in and criticise EasyJet’s actions. The mob pitched its faux fury in Facebook groups, Twitter and industry media.

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Reputation Us

JUNE 15, 2022

Several studies conducted in the past few years have sought to identify what business issues are keeping CEOs up at night the most One group, Serenity in Leadership interviewed global business leaders across different business sectors earlier this year and found eleven general uncertainties concerning the C-suite. .

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Cision

AUGUST 23, 2016

Connecting with journalists via social media should be a no-brainer for any PR pro. A few years ago you probably could have gotten away with not using social media to listen to and interact with journalists and influencers; however, because it’s now so embedded in the news media’s everyday life, you risk missing out on coverage opportunities.

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Journalism Social Media Study Media 120

Stern + Associates

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

When we think about robotics, how do we give people in their own communities the choice to figure out what the values are of their robotic systems, what it should do, what it should not do? What decisions should we be making for the betterment of our local communities, but globally overall? It’s not only refugees who benefit.

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Communications Conversations

MARCH 29, 2019

Last week, I shared my news that I’ll be teaching social media at the University of St. Now, she’s crushing it at Best Buy in social media marketing. So, I asked a few key local leaders for up-and-coming social media or communications superstars they admire. But, the truth is, young minds are kicking ass!

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Stuart Bruce

OCTOBER 30, 2014

Stuart Bruce speaking at the IATA Crisis Communications in the Social Media Age conference. (c) This morning I gave a keynote at the global ‘Crisis Communications in the Social Media Age’ conference in Istanbul. And thank you Aaron for that fascinating insight into how social media has changed journalism.

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Stephen Waddington

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Practitioners helped build audiences for research projects, spearheaded hackathons, led the NHS communication response, underpinned support for NHS workers, vaccine uptake, community engagement, and business support. Oxford University researchers played a leading role in the global fight against COVID-19.

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Cision

OCTOBER 20, 2016

On social media during last year’s PRSA conference, trust happened to be one of the most popular topics of conversation. Cision found more than 3,000 comments on social in reference to trust and last year’s PRSA International Conference. Trust is foundational to how we grow, both as communicators and the brands we serve.

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Onclusive

OCTOBER 28, 2021

While this puts communications and PR front and center as the stewards of corporate reputation, PR pros also have a formidable challenge of monitoring and addressing multiple internal and external influencers that affect their brand perception. In the age of social media, managing corporate reputation is a complex undertaking.

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PR for Anyone

DECEMBER 19, 2023

While grappling with the perception of being an “expert,” it took time for Ash to align with that label internally. Ash’s talk, “Coming Out of Your Closet,” acts as a message—not just for a specific group but for everyone to understand and embrace differences. The longer you carry it, the heavier it gets.

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