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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PRSay

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The school imparted “a breadth of knowledge — how to write, how to ask questions, how to speak.” Melton is now communications strategist for the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, Md. After studying video at a small college, Melton joined the United States Marines Corp. Sponsored by the U.S.

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PRSay

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

In honor of our “Storytelling & Writing” issue, we posed the following question for February: “What inspires your writing?”. “The writing I produce is driven by the desire to deliver honest, compelling and ethical communications that has value to society. ” — Edward M.

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PRSay

DECEMBER 4, 2018

During a lesson about puns, alliteration and wordplay in my Art of Storytelling Master Class , a communicator asked, “Don’t you risk confusing people?” To cycle back to the initial qualm raised by the communicator in my Art of Storytelling Master Class, it’s possible wordplay may confuse your readers.

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PRSay

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

We may not think about it that way — we’re simply drafting a memo to employees or writing the president’s message for an annual report. But the fact is: Few executives reach the C-suite because of their writing skills. But even the most gifted communicators can’t possibly create all the content demanded today.

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Communications Conversations

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Communication Skills – Social touches to many teams these days (PR, Creative, etc), it’s important to be able to communicate and work as a team even with those not on your team. Proactive communication is just as important as recap communication as well. Storytelling is the underlining theme for social media pros.

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Shift Communications

AUGUST 29, 2023

adults showed: AI PR and marketing opportunities Brand storytelling and PR is one of the most powerful tools a business has. The corporate leadership opportunity right now is big. The corporate leadership opportunity right now is big. Here is what our survey of 1,000 employed U.S. Another 43% were considering 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. Don’t make them come to you.).

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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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PRSay

JULY 25, 2018

Ann Handley starts each day by writing an email to herself. For the Boston-based content strategist and digital marketer, it’s one way that she practices what she teaches: making writing a habit. In her daily emails to herself, “I don’t write about anything in particular,” said Handley, who will be the General Session speaker Oct.

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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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PRSay

JUNE 9, 2022

Migration, Deaf and inclusive storytelling are among terms and concepts covered in the 56th edition of “The Associated Press Stylebook and Briefing on Media Law.”. An exception occurs when writing about historical events that are widely acknowledged as terrorist actions, the AP says.

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PRSay

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

A participant in one of my storytelling workshops once shared this advice: “If you’re writing about seeing a snake at a picnic, for gosh sake, start with the snake. When writing an opening paragraph, keep things lively and terse. Learn more about her training, consulting or writing and editing services at WylieComm.com.

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PRSay

DECEMBER 30, 2022

This year’s most-viewed posts reflected current events, such as the ongoing challenges of senior executives expressing opinions on controversial or sensitive issues, and crucial areas of professional development, including always-popular topics like writing and storytelling. • The Top-8 Writing Tips for 2022 (January).

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Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 5, 2015

Every PR pro knows the importance of storytelling. Here are some tips on getting started measuring your storytelling efforts. Why: “And as any good PR pro knows, storytelling is also key to a successful campaign—yet it’s only half of the equation. 3 Ways to Measure the Results of a Business Storytelling Project.

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Ishmael's Corner

OCTOBER 4, 2018

The Art Of Storytelling In Business Communications And Public Relations. Techniques For Effective Business Communications. GE’s succession planning and consistency in leadership has been a Harvard Business Review case study. There aren’t many companies that crank out over $100B in revenue each year. GE is one of them.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 20, 2019

Before any team member sends out a pitch or drafts a byline, the PR team creates a plan for the brand’s messaging that is a foundation for its storytelling. For more on writing stellar bylines , see our earlier post. Leadership events. The brand perception audit may provide key insight that informs the overall PR strategy.

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Agency Publicity Media Training Training 188

Solo PR Pro

NOVEMBER 13, 2014

On the second Wednesday in November, we held one of our traditional Q&A chats, where top independent communication professionals shared thought leadership, tips and advice in response to questions submitted by the community ( learn how to join us here ). Free ebook: “Get It in Writing!”.

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Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Recently I went back through all the write-ups I’ve published on surveys and boiled the results down to these ten. That’s according to an academic study by Julie O’Neil , a professor in strategic communication, and other researchers. More: The 3 Characteristics of Effective Thought Leadership in B2B Marketing 3.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 30, 2018

The site is always looking for contributors, making it a go-to for thought leadership pieces and guest blogging. Better Writing Blogs. Authentic Storytelling Project. No matter where your company is in its relationship with employees, service providers or clients, The Muse has relevant content. The Cision Blog. Smart Blogger.

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 18, 2019

For example, the 2019 JOTW Communications Survey posed this question to 223 PR and communications pros…and we received a wide variety of answers from respondents. When communications is too tied to marketing, it is more difficult to keep a pulse on the broader business,” wrote Tammy L. 12) “Write for businesses.”.

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PRSay

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

ET, Microsoft’s Bonnie McCracken leads a PRSA webinar titled “Storytelling in the World of AI.” Here, McCracken talks with PRsay, providing valuable advice for those looking to venture into the AI arena and shedding light on how Microsoft’s own communications team leverages AI tools. 21 at 1 p.m.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Instead, the PR agency or team should work with leadership to commit to a strict definition of the brand voice — and it should come from a place of authenticity. MailChimp is admired for its pithy and wryly humorous communications – all of which helps it stand out from bland competitors. Write the book on it.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 6, 2017

Thought leadership is a common term in most B2B public relations programs. We examine these questions on behalf of clients and have a blueprint of sorts for developing and supporting thought leadership in a company executive or expert. But what does it really mean, and which qualities make a successful thought leader?

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Leadership Trade Shows Healthcare Education 149

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 15, 2018

Corporate communications and PR can be a lonely business of sorts. As communicators, we are sometimes holed up in self-imposed exile creating content for others to deliver on ever-shrinking budgets. The idea of doing less with more is not uncommon to communicators. Guest Post by Scott Kaminski. Or are we? Let’s hit it.

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Sword and the Script

MAY 29, 2018

As such, the 2018 JOTW Communications Survey , which was conducted in partnership with Ned’s Job of the Week , also included an open-ended question at the end of the survey. Of the 155 respondents, more than 120 took the time to write in answers this post is designed to share some of them that stood out. It needs to be authentic.”.

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PRSay

MARCH 20, 2019

But when Sunday rolls around, Pai grabs her notebook, heads to a local coffee shop and writes poems — the likes of which have been published in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and earned her a 2017 nomination for Pittsburgh City Paper’s “Best Local Poet.” “I carve out that time for creative writing because I look forward to it.”

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Cision

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

Because I twitch at the utterance of business cliches, it feels like an electric shock jolting through my body to write that the media industry was going through “unprecedented change” at the time. This is a company that sits at the intersection of the things I love: software, media, marketing, communications, and journalism.

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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.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 25, 2018

What’s notable about the film, for anyone who writes for a living, is its masterful use of language. As we have noted , the best way to improve writing is to read a variety of texts, from creative to journalistic. As we have noted , the best way to improve writing is to read a variety of texts, from creative to journalistic.

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Solo PR Pro

APRIL 8, 2021

This move would become the catalyst behind the forming of Bernadette Davis Communications , the boutique communications agency she currently owns and operates with the assistance of one other full-time employee and anywhere from eight to 12 contract workers depending on the client load. “I Sure, I can do that. ”.

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The Hoyt Organization

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Then, begin writing your pitch with the most important points first. Craft A Clear And Compelling Story Storytelling helps you connect with your audience. Plan your presentation in advance to avoid strategizing on the fly and making costly mistakes. Call the pitch meeting organizer if possible and ask how much time you’ll have.

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Pitching Publicity Meeting Storytelling 96

wiredPRworks

MAY 23, 2022

Before I looked at the other entries, I decided to write up a Top 10 Ways to Quickly Become a LinkedIn Expert entry that won second place, and became a popular post on Wired PR Works. Get recommended as an expert resource by asking those who value your insights to write a recommendation that promotes you [and them!].

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Cision

APRIL 21, 2015

On April 29, PR News’ Matthew Schwartz will join Cision’s Heidi Sullivan on “ Film School: How to Use Video for PR ,” a free webinar that will provide the latest video best practices for communicators. At the risk of hyperbole, we’re on the cusp of a golden age of visual storytelling. Register for our free webinar now!

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wiredPRworks

APRIL 20, 2022

Thanks to David for writing the book, including me in the first one – such an honor!, Each edition covers the modern approaches for highly effective public relations, marketing, and customer communications—all at a fraction of the cost of traditional advertising. Storytelling success stories.

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Ishmael's Corner

MARCH 12, 2017

The Art Of Storytelling In Business Communications And Public Relations. Techniques For Effective Business Communications. 2 executive: “We’re actively looking for a Chief Operating Officer: a peer who can partner with me to write the next chapter in our journey.” While hiring a No. 2 doesn’t guarantee a change in a.more.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

I believe when people write predictions, they aren’t just saying what they think will happen but revealing a reflection of sorts. As I’ve done for the last several years , I solicited and compiled a list of predictions from professionals across the PR and marketing community. Brad Marley , Chief Storyteller, Yelram Media .

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