PR in High Definition

JUNE 21, 2018

When Modesto Garcia posted the above tweet under alias Mr. Brightside, he couldn’t have known that two million social media users would soon engage with his Twitter page. So impressive was Modesto’s storytelling that he convinced significant numbers of followers that the murder and the subsequent investigation were real.

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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. It told the story of the public using social media to fight back against organisations.

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Waxing UnLyrical

AUGUST 28, 2018

The art of storytelling is rooted in the origins of every society. As far back as history can reach, humans have used storytelling to teach the next generation, to connect with others, to protect their culture and much, much more. You can read more of her musings at elenabosch.com and then connect with her on LinkedIn or Twitter.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 5, 2024

Those who work in PR and media have seen a whirlwind 2023. We’re getting a handle on how to use generative AI ethically and with impact , riding the waves of an evolving social media landscape, and navigating unpredictable news cycles. Media professionals will be turning to more specialized platforms to assist in their work.

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Cision

APRIL 27, 2017

People who work in the marketing communications field have grappled with a very existential question in recent years: If marketing comms is becoming a more data-driven profession, then what happens to the art of storytelling I’ve cultivated my whole career? The science of data and the art of storytelling shouldn’t be mutually exclusive.

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Stephen Waddington

JANUARY 9, 2022

We’re looking for original speakers for a series of practical events focused on innovation and excellence in media relations. February – media relations innovation and excellence We’re seeking examples of media relations innovation and excellence. Exploring ways to use owned media to land press coverage.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

As Twitter (now X) declines, and newer social platforms like Bluesky remain exclusive or in beta mode, Meta’s Threads has emerged as a notable social destination for brand PR. Threads initially captured public attention with a rapid growth surge and the promise of being a less divisive alternative to Twitter.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

JANUARY 25, 2018

PR professionals are known for their strong writing skills and creative storytelling. Today, there are more opportunities to share your compelling stories through a mix of media ( PESO ) and to create content that helps you stand out, be recognized and create deeper engagement with your audience. Is PR Right for me? ”

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Ishmael's Corner

JULY 6, 2016

The Art Of Storytelling In Business Communications And Public Relations. The math for Twitter appears so promising. At last count, over 300 million people use Twitter. The social media platform doesn’t make it easy to get noticed. The social media platform doesn’t make it easy to get noticed.

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Ishmael's Corner

OCTOBER 6, 2015

The Art Of Storytelling In Business Communications And Public Relations. Last year I wrote that PR should be treating Facebook like a media property. The post Facebook and Twitter: Friend, Foe or Media Property? appeared first on Ishmael's Corner ~ Storytelling Techniques For Business Communications.

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Communications Conversations

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

You may have seen this graphic last week–it was making the rounds on social media (even I shared it). It’s from LinkedIn, which aggregated data to share with us the “top skills” of today’s social media manager. First how can “social media” AND “social media marketing” be skills?

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Prohibition

AUGUST 3, 2023

Video has become an integral part of social media content and now comfortably leads still imagery across multiple platforms. From short-form content on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels, to live streaming on Facebook and YouTube, video content has revolutionised the way we connect, share, and engage with others online.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

My teachers would often comment on my writing, and that boost of confidence along with a love of storytelling led me to journalism. I was fascinated by people, the way the human brain functions, and the reasons people behave the ways they do. The rest is history, and I’ll celebrate my sixth year as a journalist this year.

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Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

3) At a recent CMO panel event, put on by the Technology Association of Georgia, you talked extensively about the concept of storytelling. From your perspective what is storytelling? . JC: Storytelling is, in my mind, the essence of brand development. The post Storytelling is the Essence of Brand Development; Off Script No.

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The Proactive Report

APRIL 28, 2015

David Berkowitz, CMO of the digital agency MRY in New York City, has a different idea: he sees storytelling as just another broadcast activity, when in fact, the power of story lies in the response you evoke in the audience. Decentralized distribution: Brand storytelling often aims to contain the content where it can be controlled.

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The Proactive Report

APRIL 27, 2015

Here’s a sneak peek – I’ll be asking him questions about storytelling and why brands should rather be doing what he calls story making with customers. Follow me on Twitter. Don’t miss tomorrow’s Proactive Report interview with David Berkowitz, AdAge columnist and CMO of MRY.

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PRSay

AUGUST 12, 2016

With the tremendous growth of social media in recent years, the PR landscape is continuously evolving and causing public relations professionals to adapt to the 24/7/365 news cycle we now work in as well as the instant, viral nature in which news breaks and spreads.

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Marketwired

MARCH 1, 2016

When pitching media and other influencers – whether on traditional or social channels – we tend to gravitate to: “How can I make my pitch stand out so it’s compelling to journalists, bloggers and other target audiences?” In fact, a few participated on a panel discussion we hosted on visual storytelling.

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Landis PR

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Merriam-Webster defines social media as “forms of electronic communication (such as websites for social networking and microblogging) through which users create online communities to share information, ideas, personal messages and other content (such as videos).” Historians believe that social media began on May 24, 1844, when Samuel F.B.

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ISEBOX

MARCH 2, 2017

Few marketers would dispute that pharma companies have been a bit slow to get on board with social media. Through it all, we’ve tried to offer some tips and tricks on how to nail social media. Since we’re big on “Top # Tips,” here are the Top 3 Ways Pharma Can Better Leverage Twitter in Marketing.

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Masters in Communications

OCTOBER 30, 2018

As Harrison Monarth writes in The Harvard Business Review : Storytelling evokes a strong neurological response. Here's why storytelling is such a powerful tool: The Power of Synchronicity. Storytelling creates a certain synchronicity between the teller and the listener. Storytelling is also a powerful tool for persuasion.

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Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 5, 2018

I have been blogging about challenges confronting digital PR and social media marketing. Are the social media waters still safe for marketing? Have you been recommending a change in strategy regarding social media? Instagram is all about dazzling images and stories and Facebook is increasingly about video storytelling.

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OnePitch

OCTOBER 20, 2022

On this month’s profile, we are talking with Jennifer Reinhard , Vice President/Media Group Manager in Ketchum ’s Earned Media Specialty Group (EMSG). She has experience in corporate reputation management and crafting earned media stories. Earlier in my media relations career, I thought clever subject lines were key.

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Shift Communications

JULY 3, 2019

Keeping Up With Social Media. Last month, I had the opportunity to learn from successful social media professionals from a variety of organizations in the area at Boston’s PRSA Social Media Summit. Her key points touched upon tips and tricks regarding social governance, engagement, storytelling and social strategy.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

While traditionally PR work consisted of press releases, pitching, and occasional damage control, today’s PR teams must have a diverse digital skill set, including SEO strategy, social media savvy, data analysis and more. We thrive on identifying opportunities – for positioning, for media coverage or for competitive advantage.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

Fortunately, social media and technology, when implemented strategically, can serve as effective channels to navigate change and leverage it to help one become more original and creative, which are desirable characteristics of PR professionals. ET, to discuss change and social media. How is social media changing the job landscape?

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Ishmael's Corner

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

The Art Of Storytelling In Business Communications And Public Relations. The post Super Bowl Twitter Campaign Makes You Feel Like You’re There appeared first on Ishmael's Corner ~ Storytelling Techniques For Business Communications. Techniques For Effective Business Communications. There being downtown San Jose.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

OCTOBER 8, 2018

It’s a lot to encompass, so we’re going to dive into the topic to help communicators improve strategy, storytelling, and relationship building. ET the #PRStudChat community will gather for a Twitter chat focused on Digital Media and AI. For the upcoming discussion, you can connect with Martin on Twitter, @martinwaxman.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 31, 2017

For some, this can mean an intense media training session. How to prepare for a media interview. Anna Mariotti, Public Information Coordinator at WSP USA, stresses the importance of clients’ having a media liaison or PR person sit in on the interview. Here are some tips we’ve gleaned from PR strategists and others.

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Prohibition

JANUARY 23, 2023

Videos are also a great storytelling device. With that said, this blog will detail what video content works for some channels and what kind of video doesn’t work for other social media sites. social media strategy, instagram stories, social media manage Meta is constantly updating the Instagram platform.

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Ishmael's Corner

MAY 27, 2018

The Art Of Storytelling In Business Communications And Public Relations. Elon Musk kicked up a Twitter storm last week, essentially saying (among other things) that the media unfairly picks on Tesla because Tesla doesn’t advertise. The post Elon Musk Claims the Media Favors Fossil Fuel Companies and Gas Car Makers Who Advertise.

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Beyond PR

JUNE 29, 2017

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. The Earned Media Data Disconnect. Connecting Data and Storytelling. Who saw it?

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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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Ishmael's Corner

JANUARY 18, 2015

For those new to the neighborhood, these posts consist of three vignettes on storytelling techniques that caught my attention, but can’t quite stand alone. Cal Tech Shows Its Storytelling Side. While not exactly scientific, it’s still revealing how long it takes to find a university Twitter profile that isn’t dull. No such luck.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 15, 2020

The go-to social media platforms for B2B PR are probably LinkedIn and Twitter. Instagram has more than one billion users , making it one of the most popular social media platforms. While Instagram is seen as a huge part of any B2C social media plan, it may have a role in a social media plan for B2B companies. .

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5W PR

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Tapping into culture for travel PR strategies requires a thoughtful approach that combines authenticity, storytelling, and engagement to create memorable and immersive travel experiences. Storytelling Authentic storytelling is the cornerstone of successful travel PR campaigns.

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Stephen Waddington

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Public relations practitioner Mike Hind published a thread on Twitter about media framing following the three letters sent to the European Union. Media framing and manipulation Mike Hind called this out on Twitter as an example of media framing. He’s a journalist and storyteller. Here he picks up the story.

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