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4 under-the-radar tips for finding a job on LinkedIn during COVID-19

Communications Conversations

But, as people go on the job hunt once again, many will need help brushing up their LinkedIn profile and coming up with creative ways to get their names in front of the right people. I’m sad to report that most people aren’t regular LinkedIn users. Consider: Commenting on local professional super networkers posts.

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Top PR Holiday Pitching Tips

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Tis the season for public relations ‘ best and brightest to wield creative wit and savvy strategy in the name of meaningful holiday media placements. And, despite the calendar, digital media seem to publish holiday-themed news until the 11th hour, so it’s almost never too late to pitch a good idea. Look back at learnings.

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5 Tips to a Successful PR Pitch

Cision

You won’t get there unless you learn how to pitch journalists with your story. Instead, cozy up to reporters who write for your local newspaper. The kiss of death is sending a pitch to editor@yourfavoritepublication.com. Now that you know who you want to pitch, slow your roll before you send an email. Connect on LinkedIn.

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A Guide To Top Apps For PR Pros

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Those of us in PR naturally have the obvious social media and communications apps like Twitter, LinkedIn and Slack, but what are some others that help us stay connected and productive? Think Tinder meets pitching. Simply upload your pitch on the app to connect with interested journalists. What app can you not live without?

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PR Tips and Hacks for a Small Business

The Proactive Report

That depends on whether you are a local business or have clients and customers all over. Local business networking still thrives on personal connections – Join the Chamber of Commerce and other relevant groups. LinkedIn has groups for almost any type of business, interest, or profession. Look for local groups on MeetUp.

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A day in the life of one solo PR/social media consultant (and adjunct professor)

Communications Conversations

We’re pitching a lot of bylines to these kinds of pubs, and in many instances, I’m on the hook to take the first stab at the draft. Scan LinkedIn; comment on a post where a friend got a new job; make a post promoting a Talking Points Podcast episode we just completed the previous day. Fun creative challenge each month!

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10 Easy Ways to Leverage Press Coverage

Cision

Click here for your free “10 Media Pitching Do’s and Don’ts” tip sheet now! This tactic can be especially effective for garnering local press (Think: Local company earns coveted spot on prestigious Inc. Upload the article to your LinkedIn page. Before you share coverage, you need to get coverage.

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