Sword and the Script

JUNE 16, 2020

Storytelling is a powerful means of persuasion; it can be both a strategy, as in an overall narrative but it also can be a tactic, like using vignettes; here’s what a recent survey found. Years ago, there was a consultant in the DC area that had an unusual title on his business card: “chief storyteller.” There’s a science to it.

Storytelling 131

Storytelling Communications Survey Case Study 131

Sword and the Script

JUNE 25, 2020

If you haven’t signed up for Ned’s Job of the Week Newsletter — please do — it’s free for both employers and job seekers and it’s filled with jobs across PR, public affairs, communications and marketing. 105 Answers from Communicators Why Have the Top Challenges Facing PR and Comms Shifted?

Survey 78

Survey Communications Public Affairs Ethics 78

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Powell Tate partners with organizations across sectors — global corporations, advocacy groups, nonprofits and foundations, coalitions, national trade associations and government agencies. Their blog covers topics from PR tips, company culture, social media and more. BIGfish Communications. Work hard play nice. Take risks. Collaborate.

Public Affairs 172

Public Affairs Creativity Nonprofit Agency 172

PRSay

AUGUST 14, 2019

As corporate vice president of communications at Microsoft , Frank X. I worked for my school newspaper, and when I joined the Marines I was a public affairs officer. How did your time in the Marine Corps prepare you for agency and corporate life? We ran a base newspaper. There was a radio station.

Internal 67

Internal International Conference Public Affairs 67

Landis PR

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Helping clients understand the power of storytelling and giving them guidance on interacting with elected officials amplifies their influence and engagement. Individual stories and personal experiences help make those connections; they are real and often more persuasive than abstract arguments.

Policies 59

Policies Publicity Community Construction 59

Stephen Waddington

MAY 16, 2019

The wide-ranging discussion covered: how to land your first job in PR; the role of a PR practitioner; the importance of continuous learning; opportunities in the North East versus other areas of the country including London; working for a start up versus a corporate organisation; the importance of mental health and culture.

Marketing 60

Marketing Newspapers Public Affairs Airlines 60

Landis PR

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Even as AI continues to evolve, there will always be something uniquely human about the art of storytelling. These tools still don’t understand the nuances of true storytelling, and they’ve certainly never interacted with your customers on a face-to-face basis.

Marketing 59

Marketing Content Marketing Storytelling B2B 59