Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Is media relations dead? In fact, a recent article in the BusinessWire Blog called Media Outlet Availability on PR Efforts , by Christopher S. Penn, Chief Data Scientist with TrustInsights.ai, cites some revealing statistics about the shrinking number of media outlets and the challenge for PR and media relations.

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Ronn Torossian

JUNE 24, 2018

If you want to be successful, especially in any form of communication, you need to know what you’re doing, and you need to know who wants what you offer. That basic fact will not change, no matter what kind of media we have and who is running it. The relationships you have with the right media outlets are a huge … READ MORE ».

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 4, 2020

Many of the PR technology vendors I track for the monthly PR Tech Sum put a greater emphasis on earned media than media relations in their messaging. Earned media is sexy. It’s larger than media relations, but only in the abstract. Back then, communication was just one of the ways to achieve that.”

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Bianchi Biz Blog

DECEMBER 10, 2020

And, perhaps because of the uncertain environment and need for third-party reassurance and guidance, 2020 was surprisingly another banner year for the Bianchi Biz Blog , with year-over-year increases in pageviews, visitors and new visitors. So in case you missed them, we’ve curated the 10 most-visited blogs posts on our site for 2020.

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5W PR

MARCH 26, 2024

In the rapidly changing arena of B2B tech , sound, and engaging communication plays a pivotal role in success. Audience The B2B tech landscape varies, each audience segment has unique needs and ways they prefer to communicate. Media relations Stay ahead of the game by connecting with the media.

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 13, 2023

A survey of 3,000+ finds 75% of journalists say the top action any PR person can take is to understand a reporter’s target audience and what they find relevant; journalism statistics show reporters worry about accuracy, credibility and keeping pace amid more work and fewer resources Most PR professionals say media relations is getting harder.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2021

2021 has been a year of resilience and bouncing back from the challenges of the pandemic, supply chain snafus and the “Great Resignation” for many PR and marketing communications professionals. This year was also an exceptional one for the Bianchi Biz Blog. Is Media Relations Dead? The Best PR Agency RFP is No RFP.

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Business Wire

OCTOBER 12, 2021

In the third quarter of 2021, corporate social responsibility (CSR), investor relations, the Hispanic market in the U.S., and government and policy communications were the blog topics that resonated most with communications readers.

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Stern + Associates

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

As we head into 2024, communications professionals are taking stock of what’s changed and what they’ve learned in the past year. So, what changed in 2023 when it comes to executive visibility and the ways company leaders communicated with stakeholders? But the way executives communicate and the channels they use are always evolving.

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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. Repurpose it.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

JANUARY 12, 2017

We’re kicking off #PRStudChat in 2017, and you won’t want to miss a Twitter chat focused on the nuances of media relations and lessons learned from the field. We hope you’ll join us on January 25th for a dynamic discussion on the nuances of media relations in 2017. A follow-up blog post by PR 2.0 And many more!

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 3, 2017

There are many public relations industry blogs that offer know-how on everything from crafting brilliant media pitches to perfecting presentation skills. But how to determine which blogs are me-too, and which are worth your while? After that, the blog world is your oyster! Bad Pitch Blog. trendhunter.

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 1, 2022

The volume of comms work has grown and changed, according to the 482 respondents to the fifth annual JOTW Strategic Communications Survey, which is being released today. Some of those comments include the following: “Significantly more related to internal comms and recruiting.”. More digital communications; not in person anymore.”.

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Polaris

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

According to a 2013 Technorati study , blogs are one of the most important online sources of purchase influence. While independent bloggers often have lower audience reach than legacy media, their communities are typically more involved. or mess up a blogger outreach program with poor targeting and lazy execution.

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Landis PR

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Even as the communications sector has expanded to include social media channels, blogs, virtual events and more, media relations has remained – and will remain – a cornerstone of any smart MarComm strategy. With that in mind, here are five of our top pro tips for a successful media relations program in 2022: .

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PR News

OCTOBER 24, 2018

The post Here’s Where Communicators are Hoping to Invest More Resources appeared first on PR News Blog. ,” executives participating in a recent PR News/Crisp leadership roundtable shared an interesting wish list that centered around the… Continued.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 28, 2021

This blog published 51 posts this year – the 12 th year of publishing for Sword and the Script. Businesses Value the Role of PR and Communications More than Ever. Following a tumultuous year, 80% of PR and comms professionals say organizations place a greater value on comms, according to the 2021 JOTW Strategic Communications Survey.

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Onclusive

JANUARY 7, 2021

In many organizations, a major fragmentation exists between executive leadership and the communications function. As a result, communications professionals often become vulnerable to budget and headcount cuts. As a result, communications professionals often become vulnerable to budget and headcount cuts.

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5W PR

JULY 15, 2023

In the beauty and wellness industry , corporate communications play a crucial role in shaping brand perception, establishing credibility, and fostering customer trust. Communicate openly and honestly about the brand, products, and business practices.

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Solo PR Pro

JANUARY 3, 2023

Top 10 blog posts published on Solo PR Pro in 2022. Here are 10 of our favorite blog posts published on the Solo PR Pro blog in 2022. Stories are an essential part of how we communicate. Here's a five-step process to gather information to craft stories that stand out in internal communications and media pitches.

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Business Wire

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

As such, a symbiotic government relations strategy is essential in shaping an organization’s communications and public relations efforts. But what are the key components to building a good government relations program? How can communications teams play a role in effectively sharing their organization’s political stance?

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 30, 2021

Following a tumultuous year, 80% of PR and comms professionals say organizations place a greater value on comms, according to the 2021 JOTW Strategic Communications Survey. Organizations value communications more than ever. The media relations struggle. Shonali Burke , President & CEO, Shonali Burke Consulting , Inc.,

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Sword and the Script

MAY 11, 2019

On the other hand, measuring some PR activities, like earned media , is far more challenging than other forms of marketing and communications. 1) Earned media is sales enablement. 1) Earned media is sales enablement. Sales teams find media coverage useful in selling. “93% 2) Earned media can drive sales.

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Onclusive

DECEMBER 14, 2021

This week, our blog series comparing top media monitoring and PR analytics software solutions, including Onclusive, Meltwater, Cision and Muck Rack, continues with an overview of media contact database, campaign management and reporting tools. Solutions for your media relations workflow.

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Landis PR

JANUARY 22, 2024

Note: This is a reposted blog by our Public Relations Global Network Partner, Anni Kosunen, Ellun Kanat. For the original blog, please visit here. Photo courtesy of Pixabay For CMOs, understanding the importance of effective communication measurement is vital. Let’s be honest. And that made me yawn, too!

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Communications Conversations

DECEMBER 13, 2019

If you’ve worked in the PR industry in the Twin Cities for any length of time, you’ve probably heard about or visited, the MN PR Blog. In fact, to my knowledge, the MN PR Blog was one of the first PR blogs in the entire country! The blog was founded and managed by Ryan May. Since, 2003, to be exact.

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Onclusive

DECEMBER 1, 2021

If you’ve ever evaluated PR agencies or communications technology providers, you have likely considered how their solutions compare to each other and how they fit your needs. Onclusive’s proprietary PR Attribution is the most reliable and scalable impact measurement tool for communications. Why technology ROI matters.

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Shift Communications

JANUARY 17, 2023

It has made communications strategy trickier — and more crucial — for organizations of all sizes and kinds. This will remain true, especially as mistrust and uncertainty (around companies, sectors, leadership, the media, influencers, products, the economy and so on) run rampant. Focus on performance communications. Changeable.

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Sword and the Script

MAY 18, 2021

One study shows communicators are faced with growing workloads, but their relationship with business has strengthened; two studies offer a look at media relations insights. For communicators, there’s have been a handful of studies published that will help you think it through. Need an extra pair of hands?

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Deirdre Breakenridge

JANUARY 6, 2020

The question quickly became, “should it be another blog post contest?” ” In the spirit of students and professionals being PR Tech Testers , we thought it would be a much more interesting assignment for students to create videos based on what they learned in class. We selected two winners.

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Sword and the Script

MARCH 27, 2018

Do you feel like media relations getting harder? That’s according to a recent survey of communication professionals , which yours truly conducted in collaboration with Ned’s Job of the Week. The survey found more than half (51%) said media relations is getting harder. 3 More Reasons Media Relations is Harder.

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Sword and the Script

JULY 10, 2018

The Sorry State of Media Relations. Much to his dismay, a corporate communications person, at the Clorox Company, who reports to the general counsel, declined his story idea because the executive team was too busy. Then the story hinge swings like this: “Such is the sorry state of corporate media relations these days.

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PR in High Definition

MARCH 26, 2020

We’re currently living through history and as communicators, our role is vital. The post Media relations in the wake of COVID-19 appeared first on Firefly Communications.

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Onclusive

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

In this week’s blog about earned media strategy and measurement, we’re talking about developing and implementing a content distribution plan that uses every opportunity to showcase your stories in front of your key audiences. Communications Manager, Livongo. Jake Mazanke.

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Shift Communications

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Like most communications agencies, this process at SHIFT includes calls with business leaders, spokespeople and the marketing team to hear about company goals, market opportunities, topics of interest and larger campaigns that will support lead generation and awareness. PR Plans Performance Communications.

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Sword and the Script

MARCH 14, 2023

The same process can be used to create blog posts, articles, social media updates, or whatever copy you might need. Kwittken was vocally suspicious of tools that do this – that these companies could be monitoring and data mining sensitive communication between PR people and reporters.

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Onclusive

JANUARY 26, 2022

Savvy communicators know that there is more to a perfect pitch than simply good writing, and media relations is not just about distributing these stories to the media. We also make sure we include journalists who have public profiles, are open to communications and willing to receive stories and press releases.

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