Sword and the Script

JUNE 16, 2020

Storytelling is a powerful means of persuasion; it can be both a strategy, as in an overall narrative but it also can be a tactic, like using vignettes; here’s what a recent survey found. Years ago, there was a consultant in the DC area that had an unusual title on his business card: “chief storyteller.” There’s a science to it.

Storytelling 129

Storytelling Communications Survey Case Study 129

Solo PR Pro

OCTOBER 18, 2022

A big misconception about public relations is that the only thing PR pros do is media relations. Here's how the Public Relations Society of America defines public relations : “Public relations is a strategic communication process that builds mutually beneficial relationships between organizations and their publics.”.

Media Relations 97

Media Relations Media Social Media Internal 97

Sword and the Script

MAY 26, 2020

72% of communications professionals say partisan politics makes their job harder, according to third annual JOTW Communications Survey for 2020 The majority of professional communicators say partisan politics has complicated communications for brands and businesses. Media relations only gets harder. That is, yes.

Survey 117

Survey Measurement Public Affairs Storytelling 117

Sword and the Script

JUNE 25, 2020

If you haven’t signed up for Ned’s Job of the Week Newsletter — please do — it’s free for both employers and job seekers and it’s filled with jobs across PR, public affairs, communications and marketing. 105 Answers from Communicators Why Have the Top Challenges Facing PR and Comms Shifted?

Survey 78

Survey Communications Public Affairs Ethics 78

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Hunter PR is a wonderful strategic and creative communications partner that helps brands by creating strategic programming, content and relationships that foster consumer attention to brands. Golin provides effective solutions and reaches diverse global markets to best represent brands. GOLINglobal. Edelman PR. Take risks.

Public Affairs 172

Public Affairs Creativity Nonprofit Agency 172

PR Matters

APRIL 21, 2016

PR ―along with all other communication channels― must be able to withstand ever-increasing public and social media scrutiny of its credibility and honesty [ Tweet Quote ]. As with marketing and advertising, PR can help promote a service, product or brand.

Reputation 165

Reputation Public Affairs Advertising Advertising 165

Landis PR

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Even as AI continues to evolve, there will always be something uniquely human about the art of storytelling. These tools still don’t understand the nuances of true storytelling, and they’ve certainly never interacted with your customers on a face-to-face basis. Like a match to a flame, human writers breathe life into brand voices.

Marketing 59

Marketing Content Marketing Storytelling B2B 59