Waxing UnLyrical

APRIL 4, 2019

Communities have been around for centuries, however online communities have only been around for a few decades. According to Computerworld the first “online community” came about in 1973 when Talkomatic for the PLATO time-sharing system released a text-based group chat. Let’s get right to it, how to build your brand’s community.

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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. However, AI generated content on social media is a double-edged sword.

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Stephen Waddington

JULY 14, 2021

The Institute of Development Studies has developed guidelines for inclusive storytelling. Natalie Orringe, head of communications and engagement, Institute of Development Studies Statues, the Royals, gender identity, rainbow flags. The consultation was distilled into our IDS ethical content guidelines 2021.

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Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Earned Media & Media Relations In the old days, sending out press releases and then managing a Rolodex of media contacts could help PR pros to land earned media. Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2021

As we enter another new month and winter has well and truly graced us with its presence, we’ve taken a look back at the most important social media updates that have taken place in the past few weeks. Marketers will be well aware of how strict Facebook ads already are with a breadth of guidelines already in place.

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OCTOBER 12, 2023

From all important product reviews to authentic social media posts, UGC has the unique ability to build trust and a sense of community around your brand. Here we’ve looked at practical ways that you can make the most of it to boost your brand’s visibility and foster a loyal community of consumers.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 14, 2020

But it does encourage participants to share their signs on social media, resulting in thousands of views and engaging local communities. Social media has been a tad depressing lately, with many expressing anxiety or sharing losses due to the pandemic. Talk about raising community spirits! Coors Light lightens the mood .

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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.”. Terrorism and terrorist should only be used when attributed to authorities, AP’s revised guidelines say. Instead, describe specific actions being perpetrated.

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5W PR

JUNE 9, 2023

Social media followers can become influential brand ambassadors who promote your business passionately. Interactive discussions or Q&A sessions can create a sense of community, while live events can foster a strong connection between the brand and its followers. What do Brand Ambassadors Do?

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Doctor Spin

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Social media logic is not too different—but amplified. In this blog post, social media logic refers to the media effects that social media platforms have on communication and content dissemination. Apart from a heightened level of complexity, social media logic is similar to classic media logic.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2023

2023 has started with a series of updates across most social media platforms. Take a look at our latest social media updates round-up below to keep you up to date. TikTok updates its content rules TikTok is updating its content rules to protect users from potential harmful content around eating disorders and also the LGBTQ+ community.

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Melissa Agnes

AUGUST 28, 2014

The other day I had a conversation with someone who made a statement about the healthcare industry not needing to be on social media because no one cares about the nurses’ birthdays and little useless memes (I’m SOOO paraphrasing here!). What’s the point of social media for healthcare?

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5W PR

MAY 10, 2023

Brands can also produce content on child development and safety guidelines through blog posts, articles, videos, or social media. Fostering Community Engagement Creating a community around a brand fosters customer engagement and a sense of belonging. This may involve educational content on baby care and parenting tips.

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Karen Freberg

NOVEMBER 26, 2017

When it comes to social media, one of the best features and opportunities we can do is build a community where fellow colleagues come together and bounce around ideas. This is one of the best things about social media is to come together and share ideas, perspectives and help others out in their journey.

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PR Matters

JULY 31, 2014

That is, in the most efficient ways to benefit and strengthen the relationships we foster in our social media communities? This awareness has been compounded by the fact that friends and clients often ask me for Twitter guidelines and more about different social media (which I’ll deal with in separate posts).

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 13, 2021

For one thing, we answer to many parties, from clients and media to shareholders and stakeholders. What does this mean for the PR community? The good news is that PRSA’s ethical guidelines are widely published, taught, and understood by those working in PR and communications. That’s a good thing.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Earned Media & Media Relations. In the old days, sending out press releases and then managing a Rolodex of media contacts could help PR pros to land earned media. Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix.

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Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 3, 2023

BuzzSumo makes journalist database generally available BuzzSumo, a tool best known for analyzing content and social media, has moved its new journalist database out of beta and into general availability. This feature fine-tunes content, aligns tone with brand guidelines”; Recommended topics. Meltwater gamifies customer community.

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PR for Anyone

AUGUST 6, 2020

Why this pitch appealed to the media : Nurse Curry serves a local community, Hampton Roads, Virginia. She provided local resources and her expertise as to how people in her community can care for their elderly loved ones. This is a timely, sensitive, and valuable story for the media to share. SPOILER ALERT: YES!

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MaccaPR

JANUARY 28, 2022

Christina Milanowski, associate director of social media for Life Time. Aaron Komo, senior brand manager for social and community at Noom. Now you too can enjoy this 45-minute Sharper Angle video workshop, “Beyond Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest and Facebook: Setting Your Brand Up for Social Media Success in 2022.”

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 23, 2020

PR professionals are constantly on the hunt for ways to get their clients and brands media coverage. The best bylined articles offer insight and first-person perspective on issues or topics relevant to a specific industry or community. And with a 24-hour news cycle, publications are always searching for fresh content.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 3, 2023

While employees may already be utilizing AI tools like ChatGPT informally – or with management approval – for solving problems, summarizing reports and more, a formal policy can address issues, mitigate risks and provide guidelines for responsible usage.

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wiredPRworks

APRIL 13, 2022

How can financial services organizations use social media to differentiate and build relationships? With tight regulations and even tighter internal compliance guidelines, there’s no free and easy posting. Financial Services Organizations Social Media Interview Key Points. About Growing Social Now. About Barbara Rozgonyi.

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PRSay

MARCH 16, 2020

What follows are basic guidelines and resources that PRSA members can use to initiate and support factual conversations in your community and with your internal and external audiences. Understanding media literacy. Understanding and verifying information sources related to any issue is critical — especially in times of crisis.

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JANUARY 17, 2022

Social media is an increasingly important element in a successful crisis management approach. With the recent increase in the use of social media in crisis situations, organisations across all sectors need to understand the benefits of incorporating it into their crisis plan. What is the Impact of Social Media on Public Relations?

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Polaris

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

While independent bloggers often have lower audience reach than legacy media, their communities are typically more involved. This provides opportunities for you to engage those communities and turn them into fans of your products (and hopefully brand advocates). The media outlet pays the journalists.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 15, 2020

Office employees have been thrust into remote work, and many are using personal devices for business communications. We’re all spending far more time online than we were before, and it’s easy to be lax about digital security, social media activity, and communications with colleagues in virtual meetings.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2020

COVID-19 has certainly changed the way business-to-business (B2B) public relations and media relations is now conducted. We went from conducting media interviews in person around a conference table at their office or corporate headquarters to conducting these interviews in written form via email or via phone and video conference.

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Doctor Spin

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Confirmation bias in the media skews the news. Fuelled by confirmation bias and media logic, echo chambers expose news audiences mainly to reinforcing opinions, narrowing and distorting their worldview. Learn more: Confirmation Bias in Media: The Echo Chamber Challenge Subscribe and get a free ebook on how to get better PR ideas.

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DECEMBER 18, 2019

One of the easiest and most effective ways to engage with and influence students to attend your University is to be present and active across a variety of social media platforms. In recent years, social media platforms have become a tool heavily leveraged by universities in driving student recruitment.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

APRIL 16, 2024

The term “influencer” has become synonymous with consumer brands, lifestyle trends, and social media aesthetics. Today’s B2B buyers are increasingly turning to online platforms and social media to research products, services, and solutions. These partnerships open doors to new markets and communities, strengthening your foothold.

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Victorious PR

JUNE 15, 2023

PR becomes paramount during these times to provide clear and transparent communication to stakeholders, including investors, users, and the community. Managing Media Relations and Messaging During times of regulatory scrutiny, media attention intensifies, making effective media relations and messaging even more critical.

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Waxing UnLyrical

APRIL 29, 2015

Community fundraising goes beyond raising funds for a specific cause. It provides an opportunity to improve an entire community through the efforts of the fundraiser. Here’s one example of an organization that’s clearly been successful through their community fundraising efforts. Guest Post by Kari Kiel. But does it work?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

There’s a new social media app taking the world by storm. Media interest peaked over the weekend with reports that a deal involving TikTok, Oracle and Wal-Mart would avert a ban of the app in the U.S. It’s open to all formats, and there are no distinct guidelines or rules on how the app should be used. It’s called TikTok.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 20, 2020

Most have learned from early mistakes or half-measures and have designed campaigns that make a positive impact for employees, customers, and communities. They changed their logos in solidarity with the new guidelines, and the effect was…awkward. It’s not about the logo. The familiar McDonald’s arches were clumsily pulled apart.

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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.

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PRSay

JULY 26, 2022

Deeptie Sethi is a global brand and communications specialist helping businesses leverage the power of public relations and communications-leading strategic planning, media relations, brand and reputation management, crisis management and effective advocacy programs. Hale Global Communications founder Trevor C.

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