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The write track: Learnings from the PR frontline

Engage PR

I was already confident in my ability to write, having done my degree in English and Linguistics, and masters courses in PR and Corporate Communication. However, I had to unlearn much of what I knew about academic writing, and take on board new methods for constructing impactful and informative media-ready copy.

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AP Style in Public Relations: Top Five Tips for Press Releases

Landis PR

Our team collectively cheered the recent release of the 56 th Edition of the Associated Press Stylebook , a spiral-bound guide widely used as a writing and editing standards-setter by the media, corporate communications and worldwide. Additional Writing Resources: Grammar Girl – Quick and Dirty Writing Tips.

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How a PR agency can contribute to your communications strategy, and how to select the right agency for your business

Onclusive

A successful communications strategy is the driving force behind building trust among all of your stakeholders, enhancing your corporate reputation and establishing your company as a leader in your industry. A strong agency will help you shape a communications plan that supports your corporate objectives.

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7 Skills PR Teams Can’t Do Without

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Don’t fear the data The stereotypical PR person is an English, Journalism or Communications major with a facility for writing and a love of media. With these attributes, we can develop effective communications strategies and help brands stand out, manage corporate reputation, or influence opinion among priority audiences.

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Google’s Decision Five Years Ago to Communicate Changes in China on Its Corporate Blog Signaled the Arrival of Owned Media.

Ishmael's Corner

And they communicated the China news on the corporate blog. The action gave street cred to corporate blogging and owned media as a whole. ” Still, corporations remained leery of the concept, leaving blogging to those wacky guys in marketing to write about new vegan dishes in the company cafeteria. I don’t think so.

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PR Professional’s Guide to Content Marketing

5W PR

Some sources found to be valuable for generating content marketing ideas, include: Document customer’s responses and questions and respond to their posts or write e-books responding to their questions. Construct different content applicable to each stage of the consumer’s purchase decision process. Write content in response.

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Earnings Press Releases: Powerful Examples From Fortune 500 Companies & Top Brands

Newsfile

By Melissa Strle Do you ever wonder how top-traded and top branded companies write an effective earnings press release? write effective investor relations press releases. You may be new to writing earnings press releases or a seasoned professional. Afterwards, you can use social media techniques to share your earnings message.