ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 24, 2018

Write a rock-solid PR plan. It will design different tactics to communicate to the various stakeholders — all in aid of the program’s objectives. The communications goals should align with or complement those of marketing, advertising, and sales – but they don’t have to be the same. Define your objectives.

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Writing How To Pitching Privacy 136

PRSay

JUNE 19, 2018

But first I want to explore why this type of language is so common among communicators. In my writing workshops I’ll interact with gregarious, personable PR professionals who then turn into corporatized automatons when their fingers touch their keyboards. Get more media pitching knowledge from Michael Smart here.

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Writing Pitching Course Conference 112

PRSay

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

“The pitches you’ve shown have grammar errors, sentence fragments and lots of abbreviations — what’s your take on that?”. And it didn’t surprise me that at least one of them was hung up on what I’ll characterize as the “informal” tone of the example pitches I showed. Also, sentence fragments mean crisp communication.

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Pitching Media Relations Examples Course 149

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 10, 2017

Based on our experience, we’ve identified examples of when NOT to pitch that will help make clearer the line between self-serving nonsense and the stories journalists need. Avoid the following pitches, and make media contacts look forward to your ideas or contact you when they need an assist. Honors awarded by media outlets.

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Pitching Media Product Launch Agency 170

Onclusive

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

A successful communications strategy is the driving force behind building trust among all of your stakeholders, enhancing your corporate reputation and establishing your company as a leader in your industry. A strong agency will help you shape a communications plan that supports your corporate objectives.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 3, 2023

Whether you’re writing a byline or preparing for a gig, it’s important to understand your audience. Keeping the audience in mind makes for an easier drafting process and a seamless pitch effort — or performance. How Working In PR Is Like Playing In A Band appeared first on Crenshaw Communications. Know your audience.

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Pitching B2B Examples Interviews 193

Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Whether you’re a new PR assistant or the Director of Communications, the core of your job revolves around using news and content to put forth your brand’s desired messaging. Our job descriptions tell us what we’ll be responsible for in a given public relations or communications role, but we rarely reference the J.D.

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Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 195

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 5, 2022

Sharpen your writing – There’s a reason why most companies ask for a writing sample or require a writing test for PR positions. We write a great deal in PR. Or offer to take a stab at first drafts of bylines, press releases, or pitches. The more you do it, the better. .

Writing 310

Writing LinkedIn Social Media SEO 310

PRSay

JULY 10, 2019

Here’s the staccato of thoughts that coursed through my head, all in a split second: Where is it? Many PR practitioners let uncertainty they are feeling in their gut creep into their language in the emails they write to media. It’s the same when you write pitches and follow-up emails. But it wasn’t there!

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Pitching Travel Airlines Writing 138

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 3, 2021

Guest post by Crenshaw Communications intern, Jordan Farbowitz . Once we secure the right person to cover the story, we don’t pitch it to anyone else until it runs as an exclusive. Another thing I hear a lot on client calls in regards to pitching is how our team will “go wide”. Usually it’s for big client announcement.

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Journalism Internal International Pitching 344

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Our job descriptions tells us what we’ll be responsible for in a given public relations or communications role, but we rarely reference the J.D. For the sake of creating a comprehensive list of all the tasks today’s PR and communications teams are responsible for, we’ve compiled a list of 20 responsibilities or areas of focus.

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Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Whether you’re a new PR assistant or the Director of Communications, the core of your job revolves around using news and content to put forth your brand’s desired messaging. Our job descriptions tell us what we’ll be responsible for in a given public relations or communications role, but we rarely reference the J.D.

Training 370

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

While traditionally PR work consisted of press releases, pitching, and occasional damage control, today’s PR teams must have a diverse digital skill set, including SEO strategy, social media savvy, data analysis and more. Today, the range is much broader, encompassing blog content, confessional-style social updates, and, of course, video.

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Analytics Tools Social Media Trends 170

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 20, 2020

A POV offers currency for proactive pitching as well as content development. Many reporters aren’t willing to write a story about a technology provider without an advertiser or publisher willing to speak about the value proposition. PR doesn’t just need to be pitching over email. Share relevant and timely data. It makes sense.

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How To Advertising Advertising Data 241

Landis PR

MAY 31, 2022

We at Landis would like to welcome our new peers in communications, journalism and public relations. Whether you pursue a career in communications or ultimately something else, there’s no time like right now to make a positive difference in many people’s lives and even the world. By Landis Staff. Maybe consider it! Never stop learning.

Communications 52

Communications Software Interviews Journalism 52

Critical Mention

JUNE 14, 2018

In business, there’re amazing, good, bad and terrible product and service pitches. We’re here to show you how you can learn from the best pitches so you can seal the deal with an excellent media placement. The best pitches are simple: they tell a unique story or add a new twist to a familiar one. Why should the editor care?

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Pitching Media Employee Privacy 70

PRSay

APRIL 25, 2024

If you want to build a professional brand in communications, then you should probably be already in the field of communications and find ways of expressing that experience. Create actionable steps to achieve these goals, such as enrolling in a course, seeking feedback from colleagues or practicing new skills in your daily work.

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Strategy Brand Branding Leadership 87

Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

I also write for other publications and business clients as time allows. An important distinction is that these articles are presented from the perspective of a car enthusiast who understands the importance of environmental sustainability, rather than from the perspective of an environmentalist writing about cars. There’s a difference.

Journalism 114

Journalism Automotive Interviews Writing 114

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Dos and don’ts for holiday media pitching. The Christmas/Hanukkah time in particular is so cluttered that a marginal pitch that might slip through on another occasion will probably be tossed out. Solid data-driven PR story pitches are always welcomed by reporters, but especially so during calendar milestones or big breaking stories.

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Media Relations Media Pitching Data-Driven PR 157

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 11, 2020

Journalists are finding less value in press releases with only 3% saying they heavily rely on the document for their writing. Of course we can offer data alone, but by sharing it in press release format, we shape the story and allow room for the client to offer their commentary through quotes in the release. Here’s why.

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SEO Data B2B Writing 221

Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Writing media pitches for data-led stories or studies is very different from writing a media pitch to promote the launch of a new product, service, or event. Maybe you’re wondering what your pitch should include. Or are you struggling to figure out how best to structure your pitch? What is a Media Pitch?

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Pitching Writing Film How To 83

PRSay

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

But one of the most important things for communicators to analyze right now is the way the pandemic has affected journalists, who are our most important relationships in the PR profession. Journalists want to do a great job and they want to write great stories. And of course, stay flexible. “I So we’re just adapting.”.

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Journalism Report Interviews Meeting 211

Katie Paine's Measurement Blog

JANUARY 27, 2023

Also, of course, I have measured a lot of comms programs over many years. Based on all that experience—and, yes, some data, too—I’ve put together a list of the techniques and tactics that I think will make you a more effective communicator in 2023. Welcome to your new year of communicating. Write once, use everywhere.

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Communications Measurement Employee Course 40

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 21, 2019

If a young company has something special in its DNA like a unique workplace culture, a mission to radically change the industry, or bold opinions on social issues, then communicating these values can be a powerful differentiator. Hitching the wagon to a like-minded organization or influencer can go a long way in communicating values.

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Company Conference Corporate Leadership 174

PR Fuel

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Are you looking to write a press release for your company, but aren’t quite sure how to do it? Check out this guide to learn how to write a press release. Check out this guide to learn how to write a press release. Before we talk about how to write a press release , let’s talk about what exactly a press release is.

Writing 40

Writing How To Viral Pitching 40

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 18, 2017

Improved Media Relations Means Better Pitches. But it pays to take the time to dig deeply into a reporter’s beat before sending a pitch they may find meaningless. This is best accomplished by reading what they write – not just posted pieces, but their social feeds and personal blog as well. It starts with research.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Of course, it stemmed from an error I made as a fresh faced intern. During client and internal meetings, conversations may go off on tangents but there may be great points said that can be used to create a proactive pitch angle or a starting point for a thought-leadership piece. Chris Harihar , Partner .

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Prohibition

APRIL 24, 2020

As the UK adapts to lock-down life, the content that the media communicates and shares is changing to be reflective of the current climate on a daily basis. Be clear and concise when pitching to journalists during the pandemic. Of course there’s a lot of very serious hard hitting news at the moment in light of the current climate.

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 7, 2022

I took a business ethics course when I was studying for my MBA. Of course, b-school being b-school we debated the merits of that journal article in class. As a communications pro, you are generally privy to conversations the rest of your peers are not. As I write this post, the current asking price on OpenSea is $36,099.60.

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Software Internal International Pitching 85

5W PR

MAY 31, 2023

Public relations is a fascinating and diverse field that revolves around managing a company’s reputation, building relationships with its stakeholders, and communicating with the media. That includes strong communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.

Publicity 88

Publicity How To Social Media Trends 88

PRSay

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

After the coverage, you should write a “non-thank-you note” expressing appreciation for the coverage without sounding like they did it for YOU. Journalists may prefer that communication stays over email or text, as phone calls be a time vacuum. We should learn that from watching what they write or air. Suggest a time slot.

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Media Pitching Media Relations Writing 152

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Some marketing and communications predictions suggest AI will change the world; others see a tailspin of noise and and see humanity as a path for differentiation Most marketing and PR professionals have formed strong viewpoints on AI. That much is apparent I compiled this year’s list of marketing and communications predictions.

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Writing Communications Marketing B2B 192

5W PR

JUNE 7, 2023

PR is a dynamic industry that requires strong communication and problem-solving skills, as well as organization and attention to detail. This may include writing, communication, organization, and time management skills. Researching the Company Researching the company is crucial before starting a PR internship.

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How To Internal International Trends 88

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 2, 2024

That’s of course what I did. This AI is ‘Taylor’ Made for Media Relations; PRophet Adds Generative AI to PR Software Former PR agency leader is a building software product focused on improving PR pitches with two different types of artificial intelligence. In 2016, I decided to hang out a shingle and start my own business.

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Blogging Software B2B Survey 114

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

I didn’t get into the public relations and communications industry through a traditional career route. This article aims to help you understand what to expect and the pros and cons of working for a PR agency or integrated communications firm. The endless media pitch calling and subsequent rejections were exhausting.

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Agency Energy Crisis Management Industry 88

Flack's Revenge

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

There’s great writing, a superb cast, and always lots of palace initrigue over who will succeed Logan. PR Agency Pitch (“F*ck the Weather, we are Changing the Cultural Climate”). There he is pitched by PR agency owner Berry Schneider and her sidekick Comfrey. .” Berry: Of course! Kendall: Great.

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Pitching Conference Enterprise Course 156

Sword and the Script

APRIL 11, 2023

While PR probably isn’t writing public communications about trade secrets, you should be cognizant of obvious dangers. The company says, “AMIGA offers advanced research and writing capabilities including generating pitches.” PR firm Gregory FCA recently announced a free AI tool to write press releases “in three minutes.”

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Software Company Pitching Training 78