Communications Conversations

SEPTEMBER 26, 2014

The writing is fantastic. And it’s clear, the author (Jennifer Warnick, who writes many of the Microsoft “stories”) has spent a great deal of time in the Garage as preparation for writing the story. This is high, high quality brand storytelling folks. Forget about the brand for a moment.

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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. Yet, even as PR practitioners, we find ourselves challenged with how best to write a story.

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Onclusive

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Welcome back to this four-part blog series where we’ve been discussing how you can build brand reputation in an era of greenwashing scrutiny and backlash. This will feel far more authentic and purpose-driven than writing a cheque to plant trees to offset your carbon footprint. If you do it right. Where can you make the most impact?

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The Proactive Report

JUNE 2, 2016

We’ve all learned to write short, pithy comments making every character count. But there are some changes you can put to good use in brand storytelling. This is a great new feature that can be used to tell your brand story. Twitter rules have always restricted content to 140-characters. New Twitter Rules.

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Cision

JUNE 14, 2017

When it comes to marketing and branding, there’s a vast array of techniques to employ. Telling stories to sell brands is not a new idea, but the advent of social media has given businesses new ways to get those stories to potential customers. If you tell your brand’s story well, it can have a significant impact.

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Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Telling stories that provoke engagement and resonate with desired audiences is a surefire way to create a strong brand. No matter what type of brand you’re representing, it’s important to create compelling messages and content to hold your audience’s interest. Once you find something that truly works for your brand, stick to it.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 7, 2017

Contemporary public relations has appropriated the classic cultural art form of rich storytelling, because no one can resist a good story. Most “marketing geniuses” are strong storytellers. Not everyone is a natural storyteller. But there are plenty of people writing, blogging and podcasting about how to learn.

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ReimaginePR

NOVEMBER 13, 2014

They understand the importance of using great storytelling to perfectly and seamlessly match up with their mission of bringing individuals and organizations together to advance the common good. LIVE UNITED Storytelling Library aka: LUbrary. Like all good stories, writing them is just the first part. Dynamic Duo.

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Presspage

JULY 11, 2017

This doesn’t have to be a happy ending, obviously you can write an unhappy ending also. Aristotle’s Framework for storytelling Next to the three big ingredients for a story mentioned above, Aristotle thought of a valuable framework for stories also. But it does need to be an ending to the story which creates the catharsis.

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ReimaginePR

JUNE 20, 2016

In fact, More and more businesses are using the humble brag during their storytelling—and it’s driving everyone nuts! This means that their first impression of you and your brand might not be as favorable as it should be. I’ve also seen humble brags weaved in throughout a brand’s storytelling.

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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. PR pros need a data-driven strategy to reach their goals of securing high-impact media coverage for their brands. Where do you find impactful journalists?

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PRSay

MAY 10, 2022

If so, then join PRSA and Ann Wylie at Catch Your Readers , our persuasive-writing workshop, starting on May 16. Here’s how one of my clients did it in a recent persuasive-writing workshop: DON’T lead with the features: Use your Tic-Tac-Toe skills to inspire the next generation of data enthusiasts. Get FREE writing tips here.

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Cision

MARCH 14, 2016

— Steve Clayton, Chief Storyteller, Microsoft. The essence of great storytelling is taking the reader on a journey. So, how do you do this with your brand? Below, I’ve outlined the rules of storytelling, as shared by the storyteller guru himself. The four P’s of storytelling. Sell your brand.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 4, 2015

The rest of the conversation made me think of the challenges – and opportunities – that classic storytelling techniques offer for communicators as the craft of public relations evolves. PR Professionals and Storytelling Archetypes. Here are some ways that the basic storytelling plots can help. Overcoming the monster.

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PRSay

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Would you like to learn more tips for writing better stories and otherwise drawing readers in and moving them to act? If so, then please join PRSA and Ann Wylie at one of their 2024 writing classes You’ll learn to tell better stories, write better headlines — even write better, easier and faster.

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Rock the Status Quo

APRIL 8, 2016

Storytelling intrigues me. “Storytelling is one of the many things that define and bind our humanity,” according to this article on the history of storytelling. Storytelling is hard until we’ve practiced enough to make it easier. Free Storytelling Resources to Improve Your Storytelling Skills.

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Rock the Status Quo

APRIL 8, 2016

Storytelling intrigues me. “Storytelling is one of the many things that define and bind our humanity,” according to this article on the history of storytelling. Storytelling is hard until we’ve practiced enough to make it easier. Free Storytelling Resources to Improve Your Storytelling Skills.

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Cision

OCTOBER 21, 2015

In today’s digital age, there are two key ways to find success for both brands or individuals: remember to be human and solidify your storytelling skills. Many think that good storytelling stems from talent, but really, all it takes is time, trial and error, and basic writing know-how. Measure Your Niche’s Density.

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ReimaginePR

AUGUST 8, 2016

If you’re looking to raise funding for your new idea, then it’s time to brush up on your storytelling skills. Your story will help your audience relate to your brand. Let’s discuss my favorite tips for how to use storytelling in your crowdfunding efforts. Storytelling for Crowdfunding Best Practices. Click Here.

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PR Fuel

OCTOBER 19, 2021

How do you write a great press release? Why Write a Business Press Release? However, social media doesn’t assert your brand as an authoritative voice in your industry. If a reputable news outlet writes about your business, you automatically get credibility as thought leaders. Know Why You Are Writing.

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Remote PR Jobs

AUGUST 16, 2023

For PR professionals, garnering media coverage is crucial to building brand recognition and credibility. Press releases are distributed through wire services which means that they are often picked up by multiple media outlets, which can help to build brand recognition and establish credibility.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Good public relations can be an essential way for a brand to stand out from the pack, especially in the B2B/ technology sector. 6 PR tactics to differentiate your brand. A company can set itself apart by speaking in a distinct brand voice. Write the book on it. There are some PR tactics that can help. Is it humorous?

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PRSay

MAY 12, 2023

Storytelling can be an effective way to create messages that can reach your employees and build a stronger connection to your brand. When writing about the annual United Way kickoff, talk to someone who donates each year or who volunteers at an organization United Way supports. So, talk to people. Find the story behind the news.

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Critical Mention

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Compelling storytelling is an incredibly powerful way to communicate with your target audience. Digital storytelling is at the top of the list of communication trends that PR executives believe will dominate in the next five years. Example: How Cotopaxi leveraged storytelling to sell its brand.

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Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Owned Media & Content Strategy Owned media consists of publishing content on brand-owned channels such as a customer-facing blog, email campaign, or social media outreach. PR pros will need to either write content themselves or help to drive strategy with a team of writers, editors and guest blog contributors.

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PRSay

OCTOBER 28, 2020

She also gave a presentation on storytelling at Tuesday morning’s General Session, with a peek behind the scenes of the country songwriting business in Nashville and an introduction to an a cappella performance by Nashville-based recording artist Alison Russell. I write about what matters to me — that I also think matters to other people.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

The flipside of earned media is owned media: publishing content on brand-owned channels such as a customer-facing blog, Medium publication, and the like. The PR pro either writes some of this content themselves or helps drive strategy with a team of writers/editors and/or guest blog contributors. Owned Media/Content Strategy.

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Cision

MAY 31, 2017

And as marketers and storytellers, it’s up to us to not only get our brands in front of consumers but to also pique their interest instantly so they don’t scroll right on past. Upon snapping photos of them, participants were given the option to add a branded filter to their Snapchat photos. Captivate, Then Maintain.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 10, 2019

But according to the 2018 USC Annenberg Center for Public Relations Global Communications Report , writing is the skill most valued by PR recruiters. That makes sense; persuasion is fueled by artful storytelling, and despite the growth of video, many stories are still told through the written word. Am I boring you?

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Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 4, 2017

And storytelling in B2B marketing is the theme for this weeks’ Unscripted Marketing links [UML]. Many brands attempt to begin stories with what when they ought to begin with why. She writes: “Want to know the real reason brands publish content with no value? Why Content Marketing is the New Branding.

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PRSay

JANUARY 21, 2020

As a communicator, I’m giving my colleagues full permission to watch this guilty pleasure program without any guilt, and this is because “The Bachelor” is a textbook case in storytelling. Believe it or not, there is a method to the storytelling madness of “The Bachelor.” Top-notch production.

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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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Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Owned media consists of publishing content on brand-owned channels such as a customer-facing blog, email campaign, or social media outreach. PR pros will need to either write content themselves or help to drive strategy with a team of writers, editors and guest blog contributors. Writing & Editing of Miscellaneous PR Assets.

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Beyond PR

JUNE 29, 2017

What if you paint pictures with words and tell tales around something as seemingly boring as a brand? 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. Connecting Data and Storytelling. Who saw it?

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Onclusive

JUNE 21, 2017

Hosted by Deirdre Breakenridge of Pure Performance Communications , and joined by fellow panelists Shonali Burke and Shannon Furey , the panel covered emerging PR trends including how corporate storytelling has changed in recent years and what PR professionals must learn to sustain their careers. PR is no longer a linear process.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 15, 2021

A big part of my job is writing award entries for our various ad tech, martech, AI, and cybersecurity clients. An award submission should be tough to write. Poor storytelling will make an entry dead on arrival. Big brands use cases are often winners. Some large brands are sheepish about approving case studies.

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David PR Group

JULY 21, 2014

Anyone can write a blog which is easily searchable and findable. Every SEO company would write “press releases” which said virtually nothing and distribute them to “article farm” websites that published them. Have you seen examples of great storytelling lately? The first was LeBron James’ “ essay” in Sports Illustrated.

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