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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Trends Communications Conference Leadership 116

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.

Communications 248

Communications Corporate Reputation Employee 248

5W PR

AUGUST 23, 2023

A public relations degree offers diverse career opportunities. Professionals in this field shape and maintain organizational reputations, manage communication strategies, and engage with stakeholders. They create press releases , media pitches, and coordinate interviews to generate positive media coverage.

Publicity 78

Publicity Public Affairs Crisis Communications Policies 78

Stephen Waddington

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

The Institute for Public Relations and PR NEWS have published a study of corporate communication teams and their contribution to organisations. The study by the Institute for Public Relations and PR NEWS published in August 2021 explores more than 300 US organisations, including international organisations.

Corporate 135

Corporate Communications Public Affairs Resources 135

PRSay

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Today, she is the s enior PR manager of global media relations at Amazon. 16, she shared her international perspective to students in a session titled “Diverse Roots, Universal Impact: Humanizing Reputation and Crisis Communications.” That’s the last thing you want to do as a communicator.

Crisis Communications 108

Crisis Communications Crisis Communications Crisis Management 108

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 12, 2018

A recent study by the Association of National Advertisers (ANA) and the USC Center for Public Relations found that marketers plan to increase staffing and overall spending on public relations over the next five years. But the last thing any brand wants to do is beat media over the head with non-news.

Publicity 256

Publicity Brand Branding Storytelling 256

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.

Media Relations 110

Media Relations Media Survey Pitching 110

Wadds Inc.

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

A new report highlights the role of public relations in management for company directors. The Institute of Directors (IoD) and the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) have published a guide to public relations for company directors to support planning, decision making, and crisis preparedness.

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Stern + Associates

AUGUST 11, 2023

To find success in such highly competitive markets as those we see today, businesses must establish, carry out, and surveil different forms of public relations strategies. That’s because it’s important to properly communicate to customers, investors, and other stakeholders why they should remain interested in the company.

Public Affairs 62

Public Affairs Publicity Local Crisis Communications 62

Doctor Spin

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Public relations vs marketing—what are the differences? Public relations (PR) and marketing are closely related, but few know the differences. Some organisations have Communications Departments for their public relations needs and some have Marketing Departments for their promotional needs.

Publicity 52

Publicity Marketing eBook Public Affairs 52

Wadds Inc.

MARCH 28, 2023

A fundamental challenge in defining the contribution of public relations to management is agreeing its role within an organisation. I’ve identified more than a dozen synonyms and descriptions for public relations practice through research literature over the past 120 years. This is public relations in the age of publics.

Publicity 52

Publicity Corporate Reputation Internal 52

Solo PR Pro

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Department of Labor Bureau of Statistics just released data showing that there are six “public relations specialists” for every one reporter. While I’m happy to see the communication industry grow, I would like to see that growth because of an increase in the perceived value of our industry and respect for the talent it requires.

Media Relations 50

Media Relations Communications How To Media 50

Stern + Associates

JANUARY 29, 2024

Ad spending – the historic lifeblood of mainstream media – has plummeted as people spend more time on social media platforms where advertisers can reach them directly. Local media has been eviscerated, and now many iconic national and global outlets are hurting badly.

Strategy 95

Strategy Publicity Media Video 95

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 8, 2017

A few years ago I dropped in on a client’s booth at an industry conference, and the company CEO introduced me – the founder of his company’s public relations agency – as the “publicist.” It implies a kind of “smile-and-dial” media pitch person, or a celebrity’s press agent.

Publicity 245

Publicity Public Affairs Agency Corporate 245

Doctor Spin

MARCH 1, 2024

Where can you find entry-level public relations jobs? If I were starting today, I’d probably prefer not to wait for public relations entry-level jobs to end up on any of my social feeds. Here’s a list of places where someone might find entry-level jobs in public relations: Public relations agencies.

Publicity 52

Publicity Public Affairs eBook Nonprofit 52

Stern + Associates

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Before having leaders comment on social media or to the press, executive communications professionals should think about your core customers. If you have customers on either side of the issue, however, it will typically pay to not issue a public statement or have your executives proactively discuss the issue.

Communications 105

Communications How To Employee Corporate 105

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

But the impact of public relations is most relevant to those in that C-suite – or at least, it should be. The role of public relations may not be top of mind. Here are some key areas where public relations can make a difference. But marketing and public relations are two very distinct functions.

Leadership 182

Leadership Reputation Internal International 182

Business Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

As our goal is to deliver ‘leadability’ for international organisations, and the market momentum that goes with it, in the Central & Eastern Europe (CEE) region, we have prepared a short guide on factors to take into account if you want to build lasting relationships with the media for your organisation or brand.

Blogging 314

Blogging How To Communications Internal 314

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. ” In open-ended comments, respondents cite digital, internal comms and a greater focus on comms by leadership as among the underlying reasons. When asked, “Why?”

Survey 129

Survey Communications Measurement Internal 129

Reputation Us

OCTOBER 7, 2014

I recently hit my one-year mark of full-time employment at LT Public Relations. It feels like just yesterday I arrived as an intern, nervous about everything from grammatical errors in emails to eating lunch at the proper time. Wow, how time flies!

Publicity 148

Publicity Policies Internal International 148

Business Wire

DECEMBER 19, 2017

by Ai Arakawa, Senior International Media Relations Specialist Many of us in the PR/Communications business spend our days focusing on our work with local media. While we may dream of it, rarely do we imagine our news being picked up and shared by global media.

Internal 152

Internal International Media Pitching 152

Stephen Waddington

MAY 3, 2022

Public relations practice operates along a spectrum of theoretical ideologies from defensive to organisational conscience. There is no universal theory of public relations. Organisations is used throughout this blog post as a catch all phrase for charitable, corporate, public sector entities. Defensive Leila A.

Publicity 112

Publicity Construction Corporate Study 112

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 17, 2021

I’ve spent the past few weeks breaking down the survey results from the 2021 JOTW Strategic Communications Survey ( overview , challenges and the media relations struggle ). This week I paused to catch up on reading several other surveys of interest to PR and communications. The Gray Area of Communicating a Point of View.

Creativity 95

Creativity Study Ethics Publicity 95

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.

Agency 195

Agency Strategy Communications How To 195

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”. What is public relations?

Interviews 98

Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 98

Deirdre Breakenridge

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

Their study, “ Roles in Social Media: How the Practice of Public Relations is Evolving ” was published by PR Journal in Summer / Fall 2016. Many of these findings support and add to what you reported in your book, “ Social Media and Public Relations: Eight Practices for the PR Professional.

Publicity 150

Publicity Policies Social Media Study 150

Stern + Associates

JUNE 22, 2023

Corporate communication isn’t just a tool to roll out when a problem arises – it should be an integral part of an organization’s strategy , says Dartmouth Tuck School of Business Corporate Communication and Leadership Professor Paul A. Communication is a strategic general management function and such an important tool.

Strategy 62

Strategy Communications Crisis Communications Corporate 62

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.

Training 195

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 195

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 10, 2016

Those seeking public relations services often pigeonhole it into media relations. Here are just a few: High-level media training. The best media training sessions train the entire team, starting at the top. Brand perception audits.

Media Relations 120

Media Relations Agency Media Training Training 120

Presspage

APRIL 17, 2018

For organizations doing business internationally, the added complexity of a globalizing economy and the need to communicate with different audiences in different geographical locations, time zones, and languages makes it a challenge of serious proportions. Part 3 - When it comes to content… Go local!

eBook 87

eBook Internal International Mobile 87

Sword and the Script

JUNE 30, 2020

That speaks to the well-rounded nature and problem-solving capabilities of the professional communicator. While a problem solver can be productive in almost any organizational structure, communicators often find themselves reporting up through marketing channels. >>> Looking for a B2B tech PR with expertise and execution?

Report 116

Report Publicity Survey B2B 116

The Hoffman Agency

AUGUST 21, 2023

Going into college, I was unsure of where a major in public relations would take me. As I navigated through classes and extracurriculars, I discovered I had a passion for communicating strategically. The post From the Classroom to the Office: My Experience as a Hoffman Intern appeared first on The Hoffman Agency.

Internal 36

Internal International LinkedIn System 36

Landis PR

JANUARY 5, 2023

It’s an interesting time to be a communicator. The economic outlook is uncertain, traditional media are struggling to remain relevant, social media continues to be inundated with misinformation – is it any surprise that public sentiment is fickle at best? When the going gets tough, you need to communicate more, not less.

Communications 52

Communications Airlines Internal International 52

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 3, 2021

In B2B public relations, we’re always trying to find ways to drive business and trade media interest for clients. When gaining media traction is challenging, how can PR pros generate media attention for the stories they want to tell? And not every business is a household name. Don’t fear the vertical.

Retail 368

Retail Media B2B Pitching 368

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

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

But when it comes to the typical public relations investment, it’s a bad idea to hit the pause button at the first sign of trouble. Over a full year they analyzed the strategy and performance of 4700 public companies during three global downturns, from 1980 to the 2000 dot-com bubble collapse. Where does PR fit in?

Comparison 296

Comparison Advertising Advertising Reputation 296

Sword and the Script

JULY 13, 2021

Top communications challenges are 1) too many priorities 2) cutting through the noise and 3) working with “leaders that don’t understand comms” (36%) – educating execs is “superpower” . When businesses face a problem they don’t know how to solve, it tends to turn to one of two departments for help: legal or communications.

Communications 161

Communications Survey Education Leadership 161