Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 8, 2017

Almost four in 10 respondents to a survey of corporate communications, marketing and industry leaders for CommunicationsMatch’s new PR and Communications Agency Search Report said they were looking to hire new agencies in 2017. That’s a lot of new agencies being hired, but it also means other agencies will be dropped.

Agency 223

Agency Survey SEO Social Media 223

Sword and the Script

APRIL 20, 2021

True thought leadership is hard to achieve, not because it’s hard, but because some in B2B just can’t get out of their own way. It was the center of its content marketing, media relations and social media efforts. The internal enthusiasm from the executive team for that blog skyrocketed after that article landed.

B2B 105

B2B Leadership Marketing Blogging 105

Sword and the Script

JUNE 9, 2020

75% of PR and comms pros say media relations is getting harder – up 25% over three years; here are some practical techniques for adapting A majority of public relations and communications professionals say media relations keeps getting harder. Media relations isn’t sales. Send it around internally.

Media Relations 110

Media Relations Media Survey Pitching 110

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Earned Media/Media Relations. Far from just managing a digital Rolodex, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix. Internal Communications. Media Training. Executive Thought Leadership.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 5, 2017

Have you decided that 2017 is the year to form a partnership with a new public relations agency? Whether it’s your first foray into agency PR or you’re an old hand at such relationships, we have some advice to help you and your team create conditions for success. Don’t expect the PR agency to do it all.

Agency 136

Agency Meeting Print Course 136

Konnect Agency

JUNE 22, 2023

That’s why it’s essential for businesses to have a crisis communications plan in place and a seasoned PR agency partner to can help streamline that process and create a dependable strategy. This should include specific communications channels, such as social media, press releases, and internal communications.

Crisis Communications 52

Crisis Communications Crisis Agency Communications 52

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Most of all, we’re a strategic resource for internal and external clients. Prospective clients often tell us that their agency is hard-working, smart, and collegial, but that they simply don’t prioritize top-tier media coverage. As the power of digital and social media has soared, they see new opportunities.

SEO 227

SEO Agency Reputation Policies 227

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 1, 2022

” In open-ended comments, respondents cite digital, internal comms and a greater focus on comms by leadership as among the underlying reasons. Some of those comments include the following: “Significantly more related to internal comms and recruiting.”. A mix of internal and external resources.

Survey 129

Survey Communications Measurement Internal 129

Prohibition

JANUARY 24, 2022

The negative reaction caused by unplanned events can quickly snowball into a full-fledged mess, but that’s where a PR agency comes in to provide documentation, analysis and actionable advice to help companies handle their most sensitive high stakes situations with professionalism. Prohibition PR handle media relations.

Crisis Communications 62

Crisis Communications Crisis Agency Communications 62

Onclusive

OCTOBER 12, 2021

This initiative can be anything from a new product launch, to a proposal to increase spend on a branding campaign, or a significant investment with a new agency—to name a few. A business case is a document that outlines the value or benefits your company will gain if you pursue a significant business investment or initiative.

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Resources Technology Data Tools 195

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 29, 2021

My first PR agency boss, Bob Dorf, used to say that his inventory went down in the elevator every night. Of course, it stemmed from an error I made as a fresh faced intern. I had inadvertently included the wrong media story in a daily monitoring report for our client. Dorothy Crenshaw , CEO and Founder . “My

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

A high-growth tech company with financing behind it is in a perfect position to make the most of a public relations agency partnership. Not all startups understand how best to take advantage of an investment in public relations. Worse, they may let the news trickle out without a proper media strategy. Bad timing.

Agency 205

Agency Pitching Internal International 205

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 17, 2021

I’ve spent the past few weeks breaking down the survey results from the 2021 JOTW Strategic Communications Survey ( overview , challenges and the media relations struggle ). The study, the seventh annual, is based on a poll of “more than 300 agency and in-house executives from across the world.”.

Creativity 95

Creativity Study Ethics Publicity 95

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Goals, channels and metrics for internal comms. Internal communicators are striving to better inform employees – and improve engagement rates. That’s according to a survey of 250 internal comms pros conducted by Ragan in May 2022. Internal comms demand more focus. “62% In-house vs. agency.

Survey 81

Survey Corporate Communications Financial 81

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 3, 2019

If a company’s leadership isn’t willing to commit to a PR program, it may be challenged from the start. If a PR team or agency doesn’t work in collaboration with marketing, it may be spinning its wheels — or worse, working in opposition to company business objectives. There’s no buy-in at the top . No measure of success.

SEO 178

SEO Storytelling Product Launch Measurement 178

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Since before Mark Cuban famously warned tech startups against bringing on a PR agency , there’s been an ongoing debate about public relations for early-stage businesses, and lots of advice for how to build the kind of earned media visibility that rivals well known brands like Uber or Casper. The answer is no.

B2B 232

B2B Agency Energy Media Relations 232

Sword and the Script

JULY 13, 2021

Media relations is still difficult, political and social issues continue to add complexity to public communication and communicators are facing a plethora of priorities. Those who are responsible for both internal and external communications must be absolutely overwhelmed,” she wrote. “Now The comms band aid. Mission confusion.

Communications 161

Communications Survey Education Leadership 161

PRSay

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Today, she is the s enior PR manager of global media relations at Amazon. 16, she shared her international perspective to students in a session titled “Diverse Roots, Universal Impact: Humanizing Reputation and Crisis Communications.” With a career in law enforcement at the U.S.

Crisis Communications 122

Crisis Communications Crisis Communications Crisis Management 122

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

PR practitioners use a variety of methods to get their message out, including press releases, media relations, social media, and more. What are some examples of public relations? Media relations: This involves building relationships with journalists and getting media coverage for an organization or individual.

Interviews 98

Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 98

Cision

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

Drop the too-long and too-confusing domain that you bought in 1999 and trade it in for a snappy, new ‘dot-media’ (.media) media) or ‘dot-agency’ (.agency) agency) domain. Here are three others: Executive thought leadership; Influencer marketing; and. Executive Thought Leadership. digital) and ‘dot-photos’ (.photos)

Trends 120

Trends Leadership Small Business Analytics 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 18, 2017

Ideally, the organization’s statement of its mission is still relevant to the business environment as well as internal audiences. Does the program require earned media to support a new product, or is executive thought leadership a key driver of business? Do a deep dive into internal resources. .

Exercises 136

Exercises Comparison Internal International 136

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 11, 2016

My public relations career began with media relations. Securing between 20-50 opportunities each week (no, that is not a typo), I was the highest producer at the agency I worked at before starting out on my own. As you can imagine, I’m a big proponent of media relations. Media relations can be tough.

Media Relations 40

Media Relations Media Measurement Conference 40

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 11, 2017

Knowing the signs that lead to such a decision can help ensure a smooth transition from internal to external team. When considering an agency to handle reputation management and media relations for a company, consider these signs as indicators of the need to boost PR efforts. A company crisis is looming.

Company 136

Company Interviews Reputation Privacy 136

Landis PR

JANUARY 16, 2024

Photo Courtesy of Pixabay Note: This is a reposted blog by our Public Relations Global Network Partner, Gábor Jelinek, Executive Director. Independent PR agencies usually seek membership in a regional or global PR network primarily because they want to expand their reach and do more business. We have multiple agencies from the U.S.,

Agency 59

Agency Internal International Meeting 59

Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 4, 2017

.” Which is why a recent PRWeek article quoting WE’s “president of international” (yes, this is actually his title) saw my jaw hit the floor in record time. “Stick to the sensibilities of earned media.” “Stick to the sensibilities of earned media.” ” JC, Alan.

Internal 43

Internal International YouTube Nonprofit 43

Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

Unmatched Global Media Exposure: CES is an international platform that attracts an impressive array of journalists, industry influencers and media representatives. 2024 media attendance is expected to be even larger.) And for ways to maximize PR and media relations value at CES2024, contact us at jbianchi@bianchipr.com.

Automotive 72

Automotive Mobile Technology Trade Shows 72

Communications Conversations

MARCH 29, 2019

I give you 15 up-and-coming social media and communications rock stars! Sarah Schoeneck, Media Relations Manager – Patterson Dental (nominated by Arik Hanson). To top it off, Tess has been selected a Fellow through two distinctive leadership programs — as a RISE Fellow in the New Sector Alliance and as a Josie R.

Social Media 128

Social Media Agriculture Marketing Media 128

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

To promote professional expertise and build visibility, it helps to be a media resource – that’s what keeps PR agencies in business. This is where having a PR agency or internal staffer comes in handy. One of the most powerful things you can do in a media interview is use a visual metaphor.

Resources 149

Resources Media Interviews Comparison 149

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Many businesses use a mix of email marketing, paid search, SEO, content marketing, and social media marketing to create prospects and turn them into customers. Where does public relations , with its roots in media relations and events, fit into the customer acquisition picture?

B2C 120

B2C Product Launch SEO Storytelling 120

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 14, 2018

If you work in PR and engage in media relations , it’s a good idea to keep an ear out as to what is on the minds of those that work in the media. The 2018 State of the Media report by Cision is an annual survey of reporters that offers some insight. What’s a question you’d like to post to the media, or to a reporter?

Survey 101

Survey Report Media B2B 101

Cision

JULY 14, 2016

After a short stint at a large NYC agency on its agricultural product PR team, I actually found my true calling by chance when I answered an ad in The New York Times for a job at Spring O’Brien, an agency that specializes in travel and tourism PR. What do you have planned for them? How do you envision the future of PR?

Travel 120

Travel Agriculture Tourism Internal 120

Sword and the Script

JUNE 18, 2019

What is for sure is that a solid PR team is versatile and can expertly cover down on a broad number of functions: internal comms, external comms, executive comms, media relations, analyst relations, corporate social responsibility, thought leadership and marcom, and as I’ve long proposed, content marketing, among many others.

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Employee Print Writing Survey 147

Stephen Waddington

MAY 16, 2019

Content creation and relationships Danielle Whitfield started her career as a journalist at a news agency called North News and Pictures. Her time creating editorial content for consumer and national media led to a job at Newcastle Airport. Day to day I work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and Directors on a range of projects.

Marketing 60

Marketing Newspapers Public Affairs Airlines 60

Prohibition

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Strategies used in tech PR include thought leadership, social media management, strategic partnerships and community engagement, content marketing, media relations , and influencer marketing. Working with a Tech PR agency can help to ensure that the right strategies are used for maximum results. neon lights.

Strategy 62

Strategy Brand Branding Technology 62

Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 28, 2021

A year later, CES2021 reported 46% of its audience was international, with visitors from 167 countries, regions and territories in virtual attendance. Media attendance continues to be strong. Despite the shrinking number of attendees, media interest in the show continues to remain strong. CES2020 reported that 35.4%

Data 75

Data Automotive Transportation Mobile 75

5W PR

MARCH 4, 2019

To make the process easier, here are some insights into the best way to handle internal and external communications in such circumstances: Plan ahead. Constant leadership involvement. The leadership team should be constantly involved in the process. appeared first on 5W PR News and Updates, NY Public Relations Agency Blog.

Communications 68

Communications Employee Leadership Agency 68

Communications Conversations

MAY 3, 2016

He mastered media relations managing information for national outlets like ESPN and Sports Illustrated. His popularity and ability to inspire students has played a critical role in the success of the school’s investor relations club where he has steadily grown his knowledge and responsibility. Courtney Mains @courtneyamains.

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