Prohibition

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is completely transforming how we consume media. With the social media landscape undergoing a fascinating transformation, we’re seeing the changes happen in real time. AI is injecting itself into the creative process, reshaping how we express ourselves online.

Social Media 62

Social Media Trends Media Guidelines 62

Stephen Waddington

JULY 14, 2021

Natalie Orringe, head of communications and engagement, Institute of Development Studies Statues, the Royals, gender identity, rainbow flags. Whether fuelled by social media or social protest, these conversations tend to start in a well-meaning way but quickly end up heated with opinions polarised.

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Guidelines Ethics Study Community 171

5W PR

JANUARY 15, 2024

Consumers will adopt creative st͏rategies ͏to stretch their budgets. Last͏ly, the focus will shift towards mindful buying, reducing impulse purchases, and prioritizing items with social, ethical, or environmental benefits.͏ Reviews, influencer partnerships, an͏d social͏ media validation will play a crucial͏ role in purchase decisions.͏

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Consumer Ethics Trends Mobile 78

Maxim Behar

APRIL 17, 2024

“The Global PR Revolution” is delving into ethics, morality, accuracy, and transparency — but the fact is that the gist of our job has always been to tell the truth, and this is what we’ve been doing in our everyday lives. Many people deem the Bell Pottinger case an incredible precedent and a milestone in the PR industry.

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Crisis Ethics Financial Conference 64

Wadds Inc.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

Watch out for a new version of #PRstack set to be published before the end of November by the #FuturePRoof community developed by my partner Sarah Waddington. It’s an insight both in terms of the reputational impact to individuals and organisations, and the threat to creative and professional work. Fact-checking remains an issue.

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Report Publicity Training Policies 119

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

AUGUST 29, 2023

While the United States stands as one of the globe’s most ethnically diverse nations, the world of mass media has often lagged in echoing the true complexion of our nation. The rationale underscoring the crusade for inclusion is rooted in a blend of ethical and realistic understandings. That disparity needs to change!

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Brand Branding Marketing Ethics 90

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

And, given the vast amount of time I pour into writing about PR technology , I’m really pleased with the long list of contributions from the PR technology vendor community. a) Many community newspapers going away and hopefully still being available in some kind of online format. Clay Morgan , Writer and Consultant, Morgan Media, Inc.

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Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 196

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 1, 2023

This means my last summary of PR tech news was in early June – and in the eight weeks since, there’s been a number of annucments from the solution provider community. The PR software community has taken note and they are responding. A code of ethics isn’t a bad idea. Source: 2023 State of the Media Report by Cision.

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Software Pitching Ethics Privacy 128

Reputation Specialist Michael Toebe

AUGUST 3, 2021

Playing dirty, disregarding ethics and the long-term value of relationships is, well, foolish and reckless. Are you ready to be labeled with ugly, highly inflammatory allegations, being painted in a manner as someone the media and public will attack? (Actress Scarlett Johansson in a legal fight with Walt Disney Co.).

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Publicity Media Ethics Television 52

Communications Conversations

MARCH 29, 2019

Last week, I shared my news that I’ll be teaching social media at the University of St. Now, she’s crushing it at Best Buy in social media marketing. So, I asked a few key local leaders for up-and-coming social media or communications superstars they admire. But, the truth is, young minds are kicking ass!

Social Media 128

Social Media Agriculture Marketing Media 128

Prohibition

AUGUST 1, 2023

In this article, we will explore the importance of food PR for vegan and vegetarian brands, the key strategies for successful campaigns, and the role of social media and influencer partnerships. Some choose veganism or vegetarianism for ethical reasons, while others do so for health or environmental concerns.

Brand 62

Brand Branding Ethics Storytelling 62

Stephen Waddington

NOVEMBER 19, 2017

This is an article and deck about the outlook for public relations and social media in 2018. 12 months is an arbitrary period to measure change in a sector that is rapidly innovating in some areas such as artificial intelligence and digital media; but woefully slow in others such as diversity and ethics. There are currently 4.3

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Publicity Ethics Data Community 164

Masters in Communications

FEBRUARY 12, 2022

Main Topics Quick Links What is Mass Communication? Types of Mass Communication History of Mass Communication Mass Communication Theories Ethical Issues for Mass Communications What Does the Future of Mass Communications Look Like? What is Mass Communication?

Ethics 52

Ethics Communications Print Television 52

Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 5, 2018

Media relations remains an important part of the execution of a public relations campaign alongside paid, shared and owned media. Much of the modern public relations business grew up out of media relations and publicity, rooted in storytelling and editorial engagement. Media relations needs to be two-way.

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Media Relations Media Print Newspapers 115

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 11, 2018

There’s something in here for every discipline of marketing – be it strategy, PR, content marketing, SEO, digital, social media, customer marketing, and so much more. 1) Owned media gains on distrust of mass media. 8) Creativity over productivity. A good number of predictions struck me as highly probable in 2019.

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Social Media Marketing Media Creativity 96

Newsfile

JANUARY 30, 2024

Writing copy for social media is the most popular use for AI, according to 64% of PR pros. However, remember that AI should not replace human-written content and creativity. AI for ideas & inspiration Humans are creative and can think of many different ideas, and now AI dramatically increases the number and novelty of ideas.

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Trends YouTube Video Social Media 105

Stephen Waddington

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

PRCA Council Chair Jules Herd shares insights into how COVID-19 has impacted the PR industry, from the monetisation of traditional media to misinformation. Jules Herd Like many other sectors, COVID-19 has had a huge impact on the communications industry. Take editorial, for example.

Crisis Management 88

Crisis Management Print Ethics Local 88

Maxim Behar

JUNE 12, 2024

Nowadays, in 2024, millions of people through social media tell us all sorts of things, and sometimes we – the readers, viewers, and listeners – are totally confused because, in a span of 5-10 minutes, you can read three mutually exclusive stories. First, the media are interactive. That is, the media are super interactive.

Ethics 69

Ethics Social Media Travel Newspapers 69

Karen Freberg

JANUARY 18, 2021

In social media, there is always the new shiny tool, app, or brand that captures the attention of marketing professionals all over the world. It’s a mobile app that brings audio first and at the forefront, allowing users to create rooms where people can talk – essentially bringing social back to social media.

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Groups Social Media Ethics Meeting 96

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MAY 30, 2023

This doesn’t mean that sending content to a large email list or broadcasting to a lot of social media followers means your messaging was impactful. Designing your content to be used by everyone who wants to serves your ethical duty to inclusivity and extends your potential engagement reach.

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How To Ethics Education Creativity 40

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 8, 2019

Media references tend to take a back seat to the mad pace that is often B2B marketing. Media references are hard for several reasons. Marketing also has purse strings that can be creatively – and ethically – spent to appease a specific rep with the right reference. 4) Personal social media engagement.

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B2B Media eBook Interviews 78

Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 30, 2019

The greatest of these is the shift away from media relations as the dominant means of public engagement to working across all forms of media. PR leads with earned and owned media but also uses paid and shared media for amplification and targeting. News media in pain but new formats emerge 13.

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Government Education Print Ethics 103

Communications Conversations

JULY 23, 2019

We all know we have a strong agency community here in Minneapolis/St. Kayla’s exceptional work has established her as a go-to source for writing, corporate communications, integrated marketing campaigns and media relations counsel within Digi-Key. Katie Zess , social media strategist, Renewal by Andersen.

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Transportation Social Media Corporate Agency 122

Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 15, 2021

We’ve used some of the noisiest conversations in our community of practice as our guide. It promised to dislodge traditional media and enable any individual, organisation or brand to become a publisher. Steve Earl and I captured many of these shifts in organisational communication in Brand Anarchy and Brand Vandals.

Publicity 128

Publicity Government Guidelines Facebook 128

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

When done well, social marketing programs can showcase corporate values, demonstrate commitment to community, and engage consumers, while providing needed resources for a group or cause. Non-profits are businesses, and as such, need to operate with ethical business practices and proper reporting structures.

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Local Corporate Groups Ethics 120

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JUNE 20, 2023

With summer on the horizon, now is the perfect time for brands to leverage the popularity of social media influencers to boost their presence. Food bloggers and social media influencers have incredible reach and engagement potential. The sway of influencer marketing in the food and beverage industry cannot be underestimated.

Brand 40

Brand Branding Local Instagram 40

Critical Mention

OCTOBER 24, 2019

PR Daily is a news site that delivers news, advice, and opinions on the public relations, marketing, social media, and media worlds. Our take on Ragan’s PR Daily blog: Without a doubt, Ragan’s PR Daily blog is one of our go-to blogs for communication and media related news and tips. PRNEWS Blog.

Blogging 68

Blogging Education Resources Creativity 68

Karen Freberg

AUGUST 6, 2017

Is influence and having a large following a must have for social media professionals today? Influence on social media is not only influencing the profession as we see it for marketing and public relations for example, but the economy as well. Let’s address the number of followers issue when it comes to social media.

Social Media 40

Social Media Media Sports Analysis 40

Cision

AUGUST 21, 2017

As the women of Game of Thrones continue to inspire us week after week, they can also give us guidance on everything from career moves to that creative spark we didn’t know our marketing campaign was missing. However, you will naturally rise in the ranks if you authentically engage with your community and consistently deliver value.

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Strategy Trade Shows Case Study Course 258

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Blue Cypress is also the lead investor in our sister company, Marketing AI Institute , which raised a $1M seed round earlier this year to help advance the understanding and adoption of artificial intelligence within the marketing industry and broader business community.

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Financial Conference Agency Resources 98

Karen Freberg

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

Whether it is a trending campaign that is utilizing them for word of mouth communication efforts (we are already seeing this ahead of this weekend’s Super Bowl ). Or, the latest we are seeing is instead of focusing on celebrity or mega influencers, we are looking more niche and focused in their communities, like nano-influencers.

Marketing 51

Marketing Ethics Guidelines Community 51

Waxing UnLyrical

AUGUST 10, 2011

Crisis and issues management: With the growth of social media, the ability for crises and issues to spark and spread across the globe is unprecedented. Communicators need to be able to monitor and manage both emerging and potential issues. Funnily enough, they called this the “creative strategist.&#.

Ethics 75

Ethics Community Internal International 75

Stephen Waddington

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

Sarah Waddington has handed over #FuturePRoof to the BAME community for her latest book. Along the way she has published three books and created a vibrant community. I am in awe of the creativity, drive and insight of Gen Z (or, apparently now Gen Alpha!). FuturePRoof was founded by Sarah Waddington in 2015. Seriously.

Public Affairs 145

Public Affairs Education Measurement LinkedIn 145

Karen Freberg

AUGUST 15, 2017

With professors who are teaching social media, this can be a daunting and intimidating task in many ways. Teaching social media, as I have written about many times, is a constant prep. This is a constant challenge in many cases for professors since social media seems to be changing so much in just a few months, let alone a few weeks.

Social Media 69

Social Media Media Resources Education 69

Cision

OCTOBER 14, 2015

Subscriptions and advertising are down for most media, and there is no single model that can replace them across the sector. Vice magazine, originally a local magazine in Montreal and best-known for local coverage and shock journalism, grew into Vice Media. Want more insights on the effect of social media on journalism?

Journalism 120

Journalism Trends Local Print 120

Karen Freberg

OCTOBER 17, 2021

Not just as a researcher and member of the PR academic community, but a mentor and advocate for the next generation of professors and scholars entering the field. However, when it comes to certain areas like crisis communication, social media, and now influencer marketing – yes. The claim that PR research is siloed.

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Study Journalism Interviews Conference 111

Prohibition

AUGUST 23, 2023

Influencer marketing is a powerful strategy that involves collaborating with influential individuals on social media to promote products or services. This increased exposure can lead to a surge in website traffic, social media followers, and provide a boost in overall sales.

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