Ishmael's Corner

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

The Art Of Storytelling In Business Communications And Public Relations. Techniques For Effective Business Communications. By Chris Owen, Director, Hoffman Europe We recently had a call with a potential PR intern, as part of a series of chats we’re having for new agency hires for the year ahead.

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Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

We interviewed ChatGPT about public relations and while it does well with high-level questions, it becomes repetitive when those questions were more nuanced; the system says it is “unlikely” that it “or any other AI system will fully replace public relations (PR) professionals”. It’s not a bad take. How is public relations defined?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Internal team members and clients will appreciate the investment in proper communication and management. For example, we occasionally bring in technical writers to interview engineers or other staff at client companies to create background material for long-form content. Be transparent with client companies involved.

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wiredPRworks

MARCH 10, 2022

This was an interview I was so looking forward to – after all, Beth and I go way, way, way back to the early days when corporate communications was just making the transition to the first evolution of social media: the intranet. Listen in for ways to get creative when you communicate on social and IRL!!

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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. Instead, it stems from our mindset.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

We write plans that cover several months and in our personal lives we may do the same. If we can’t reach someone with one form of communication, we have back-up plans to get that quick response. Communication is key – In any good relationship, communication is key. PR people may even double-text or call when dating.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Because trade and business media typically cover the conferences and trade shows in their categories, a speaking slot can drive exposure to media and thus, interviews and features. Additionally, the PR team can write a news release about the speech or post it on the company site to garner clicks and exposure. .

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Landis PR

MAY 31, 2022

We at Landis would like to welcome our new peers in communications, journalism and public relations. Sean Dowdall, President – Finance and International Business Major. Look at every moment as an opportunity for smart, thoughtful and impactful communications. Liza Batallones, Director – Speech & Mass Communications Major.

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Solo PR Pro

MARCH 1, 2022

Stories are an essential part of how we communicate. I use a five-step process to gather information that lets me craft stories that stand out in internal communications and media pitches. I was a curious kid who loved writing things down. Prepare an interview agenda. Conduct the interview. Be curious.

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Action PR

OCTOBER 3, 2019

Looking for the right international media contacts can seem like a daunting task, but with these six steps you can get yourself off to a flying start. Subscribe to their newsletters or order in copies of their magazine to get a feel of what they like to write about and the types of content they cover. Do your research. Be perceptive.

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Landis PR

APRIL 29, 2024

According to the people of Finland, communications is the world’s most powerful tool for change. In this week’s blog, our Public Relations Global Network partner, Taru Tujunen from Ellun Kanat , writes about the business environment in Finland. For us, communications is the world’s most powerful tool for change.

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Critical Mention

JANUARY 3, 2019

While I started engaging on social media channels, I realized that blogging and writing about my experiences would be central to sharing my story. I would do so via a live satellite feed, providing insights, and sharing my experiences at international conferences from London to Shanghai. When I was asked to speak outside of the U.S.,

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Deirdre Breakenridge

MARCH 7, 2016

On February 24th, IABC NJ, together with Rutgers University and the Rutgers PRSSA chapter, hosted a panel session on “Obtaining & Enhancing a Career in Communications.” If you are hired as an intern, then there is the opportunity to turn the internship into a full-time position. Always prepare for the interview.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Because trade and business media typically cover the conferences and trade shows in their categories, a speaking slot can drive exposure to media and thus, interviews and features. Additionally, the PR team can write a news release about the speech or post it on the company site to garner clicks and exposure. .

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Presspage

JUNE 23, 2021

We work in an amazing field, but there are some tough challenges that communications departments face regularly. Internal communication flows It’s important to set up transparent information flows between team members. The communications team is using tools originally meant for marketers.

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Critical Mention

MARCH 13, 2019

Anthony Iannarino is a highly respected international speaker, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and sales leader specializing in complex B2B sales. I started writing the blog in 2009, and the speaking and books followed on not too much later. Q: Sales and marketing have become increasingly intertwined in the past few years.

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Waxing UnLyrical

JULY 30, 2015

The July edition of #measurePR focused on an area most PR pros don’t often think about: internal communications. Here’s some of what we talked about: On best practices for internal communications and the measurement thereof: A2 Measure the right things, not just the easy-to-measure ones. measurepr.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Tom Mueller, who interviewed over 200 corporate whistleblowers for his book Crisis of Conscience: Whistleblowing in an Age of Fraud , proclaims this “the age of the whistleblower.”. ” Lepore writes, “Businesses have regulations, compliance departments, and inspections. Lately it seems particularly relevant.

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Melissa Agnes

JUNE 19, 2014

Since the podcast on “ doing crisis communications right “, with Captain Chris Hsiung and Shino Tanaka, aired last week, I’ve received some really great follow up questions from listeners. Your follow up questions answered: Doing crisis communications right. Interviews'

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Solo PR Pro

OCTOBER 5, 2021

You could say Doug Levy was born to work in the media and communications industry. He was a frequent contributor to All Things Considered and Morning Edition and ended up as an intern in NPR’s Washington Bureau a year later, gaining extensive industry experience and honing his writing skills. From journalist to PR pro.

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Shift Communications

SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

I graduated the month prior from Boston University where I studied PR and Communications. I was responsible for any and all reporting, keeping a close eye on the news, writing speaking and award submissions, and running social accounts for my clients. Really take advantage of as many opportunities to write as possible.

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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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Katie Paine's Measurement Blog

JANUARY 27, 2023

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. Design your communications from the audience out. Write once, use everywhere.

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Mindful Marketing

OCTOBER 4, 2023

by David Hagenbuch - professor of marketing at Messiah University - ​author of Honorable Influence - founder of Mindful Marketing We’ve all heard that our nonverbal communication conveys more than the words we speak. That's what my mother taught me.” It's working!

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PRSay

AUGUST 30, 2022

A mass Zoom assault was the wrong communications medium to deliver the intensely personal and disrupting news of job cuts. I generally advocate video as a communications tool, but 900 employees were not too many for the company to communicate with individually. But communicating on video requires practice and rehearsal.

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Ishmael's Corner

MAY 5, 2015

The reason PR fails at storytelling often has nothing to do with understanding the makings of a good story or writing expertise. Instead, the root cause can lie in the interviewing process for sourcing the content. I think it’s fair to say that interviewing tends to be an undervalued expertise in the communications industry.

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Solo PR Pro

AUGUST 1, 2023

Resources: Indeed – How to Write a Job Description : This comprehensive guide offers tips and examples to help you create an effective job description. The Balance Careers – How to Write a Job Description : This guide provides detailed steps on creating a well-crafted job description that attracts the right candidates.

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Ethical Voices

APRIL 22, 2024

I’m now the CEO of B2 Communications. Before starting B2 Communications, I’ve always been in the agency world. At B2 Communications, we focus almost exclusively on business-to-business communications. I’ve done 170-plus interviews and it’s the first one like this I’ve heard.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Tom Mueller, who interviewed over 200 corporate whistleblowers for his book Crisis of Conscience: Whistleblowing in an Age of Fraud , proclaims this “the age of the whistleblower.”. Just two months ago, luggage company Away grappled with reputation stumbles after employees shared internal messages that unpacked a punitive workplace culture.

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Cision

JULY 7, 2016

In this interview, Daniel discusses the process of building your brand, why it’s important to continue asking questions and how PR skills translate to other areas of communication. After several years as a terrible economics major, I became a pretty good English major and realized I had a talent for writing.

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The Stalwart Blog

JUNE 24, 2014

In the past, I have been asked in an interview about something from an internship that I could not remember. It is very beneficial to write everything down because as the weeks pass, important information is easily lost. I recommend writing down everything you work on day by day so you never forget. Make Goals. Ask Questions.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 13, 2017

The best rule, of course, is to slightly underpromise and overdeliver — in writing. With little reason to believe otherwise, a PR team will sometimes book an interview with a journalist, only to see it go poorly. The post Avoid These 7 PR “Surprises” appeared first on Crenshaw Communications.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 3, 2018

The iconic publication sends a 15 year-old reporter to travel with the band on tour in order to write an in-depth piece. Instead, the journalist writes a warts-and-all article about the band – which the lead singer promptly disputes, making the reporter look bad. Plus, communications technology plays a crucial role in the plot.

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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. Another way to plan for the coming year is to prioritize certain PR-driven initiatives or tactics and write the budget around those key elements. Do a deep dive into internal resources. .

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Deirdre Breakenridge

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

It’s not a one-way communication street, and it’s definitely not about throwing your brand’s message out into the wild. By involving your employees, those who become your internal brand ambassadors , you show the human side of your brand. Next on your list should be to build a community and involve them in your social media efforts.

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Mindful Marketing

DECEMBER 17, 2015

For our latest Masters in Marketing interview, we talked with Wendy Marx, an award-winning public relations and marketing communications executive who helps B2B companies and executives become well-known brands. Her ability to take SMBs from “Anonymity to the New York Times”™ has driven the growth of Marx Communications.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

AUGUST 26, 2014

Some PR professionals integrate their communications skills with specific vertical industries, pursuing jobs that focus on relevant sector subject areas. While communications may be your forte, with strengths such as writing, creativity, organization and research, your passion might be for something else altogether.

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