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PRSA Introduces Innovative Program to Guide Journalists Transitioning Into PR and Communications

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So far in 2024, the Los Angeles Times , The Wall Street Journal , Time magazine, Sports Illustrated and National Geographi c, among other outlets, have all conducted layoffs, while journalists at several Condé Nast publications staged walkouts over proposed job cuts. During the five-week course, several co-presenters will join them.

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Does Data-Driven Storytelling Threaten the Role of the Communicator? #CisionWorldTour Toronto

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While technology continues changing every industry I can think of, many communications and public relations professionals hold tight to the more poetic side of storytelling. There’s nothing wrong with holding on to the art of storytelling. But, if the Wall Street Journal mentions your brand, what is that worth? Who saw it?

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S&T Live Recap: From the Marines to Johns Hopkins, a Communicator’s Storytelling Journey

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The school imparted “a breadth of knowledge — how to write, how to ask questions, how to speak.” After the Marines, Melton attended the Military Visual Journalism Program at Syracuse University, where he honed his photography skills. He later realized that he preferred public relations to journalism.

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How To Interview Experts Like A Journalist: Tips For PR Teams

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When I jumped to the PR and marketing side from journalism, I was often told by the PR firm who hired me, “We want you to think like a journalist.” But I do know something about interviewing experts, which is often the basis for B2B comms writing. In a way, this idea ties back to the old “Show, don’t tell” principle in storytelling.

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Once Upon a Time…3 Keys to Good PR Storytelling

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In today’s digital age, there are two key ways to find success for both brands or individuals: remember to be human and solidify your storytelling skills. Many think that good storytelling stems from talent, but really, all it takes is time, trial and error, and basic writing know-how. The same goes for businesses.

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Overcoming the Terror of Impromptu Public Speaking

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As The Wall Street Journal reported, impromptu pitches, toasts and talks far outnumber planned presentations in the workplace. This article first appeared in the February 2019 “Storytelling & Writing” issue of Strategies & Tactics. Greg Beaubien is a frequent contributor to PRSA’s publications.

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The 20 Responsibilities of PR and What They Entail

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The PR pro either writes some of this content themselves or helps drive strategy with a team of writers/editors and/or guest blog contributors. Today’s PR pro is responsible for ideating, writing/editing, pitching, placing, and then promoting executive thought leadership articles for not only the CEO, but also other senior executives.