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Prediction: 50% of media relations positions will be eliminated in 10 years

Communications Conversations

But, look how much has changed in 10 years (keep in mind, in 2007, the iPhone was invented). In fact, my prediction: 50% of all media relations jobs will be eliminated in 10 years. Consider the facts: FACT: Mainstream media reach continues to wane. FACT: Local media continues to struggle as well.

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What’s Trending for 2023?

PRSay

As media relations professionals, the least we can do is ease their burden. According to Cision’s 2022 Global State of the Media Report , nearly half of all journalists receive up to 50 story pitches per week. ESG and your agency. Agencies must start at the internship level. Paid internships are essential.

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Can You Pass The Social Media Relations Quiz?

Bad Pitch Blog

In 2007, I wrote a post called " Ready to Pitch a Blog? Study up on current events…news is media relations jet fuel. Well as the definition of a media outlet morphs, so must our approach to engaging with them. Cross-posted to Strategic Public Relations' Take This Quiz First." Just make sure it’s in context.

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Spotlight on a Solo PR Pro: Meet Susan Stoga

Solo PR Pro

Upon graduating, Susan decided to leave reporting behind and instead put her skills to work doing media relations for a major retailer back in her hometown. When I first left my corporate job, I could not believe how much business was out there for someone who had strong media relations skills and good crisis experience,” Susan says.

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Startup PR Myths Busted, via NY Tech Meetup

Flack's Revenge

The answer could be the subject of another post; but heck, while we’re at it, here are three ( From Madmen to PR’s Holy Grail ; PR 2009 – The Color of Brand ; and Fighting PR’s Public Relations Problem ). Since 2007 this blog has been dedicated to educating about PR. This is why agencies and/or consultants can be helpful.

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Celebrating the human influence in reputation shaping

PR in High Definition

If a business experiences a reputational setback, wants to improve media relations, or is looking for a creative new way to boost visibility, there is a need for soft skills that only us humans can bring to the table. Personally, I’d prefer to see another rendition of the classic Ukrainian entry circa 2007, “Dancing Lasha tumbai”.

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Unveiling the Future of SEO: A Glimpse into Tomorrow’s Search Optimization

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

CLICK HERE TO REQUEST DEMONSTRATION OR CONSULTATION Guest Contributor: Brandon Leibowitz is the founder of SEO Optimizers , a Digital Marketing Agency in Los Angeles, California. He is also the founder of Bosmol.com, a social media news log. He has been involved with search engine optimization and internet marketing since 2007.

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