Communications Conversations

JUNE 30, 2020

A couple weeks ago, I wrote a post about steps I believe companies across the country (and world) should be taking to put an end to systemic racism in our culture–and our industry. I felt weird writing it because, after all, people in my age group and race (middle to older white men) are a big part of the problem.

Industry 78

Industry System Community Education 78

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

The PR pro either writes some of this content themselves or helps drive strategy with a team of writers/editors and/or guest blog contributors. Today’s PR pro is responsible for ideating, writing/editing, pitching, placing, and then promoting executive thought leadership articles for not only the CEO, but also other senior executives.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Flack's Revenge

JUNE 29, 2022

We discussed the topic in detail, and Diego expounded on these areas: How to develop a unique framework and PoV Why it is important to take a stand The need to publish or perish How and where to cutlivate communities Influencers vs. creators vs. thought leaders. He started his career as a medical writer while writing fiction on the side.

Content Marketing 156

Content Marketing Leadership Marketing Interviews 156

PR 20/20

MAY 19, 2020

Media companies began to lay off droves of journalists and writers in our industry. In many cases, the freelancers “used” to be staff, but now only write when there is overflow (which there usually isn’t at a time like this). In 2008, the financial climate started to take a turn for the worse in the United States and around the globe.

Writing 72

Writing Brand Branding Construction 72

Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

PR pros will need to either write content themselves or help to drive strategy with a team of writers, editors and guest blog contributors. Today’s PR pro is responsible for ideating, writing, editing, pitching, placing and promoting executive thought leadership articles for not only the CEO, but also other senior executives.

Training 370

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

Contently - Strategy

MAY 11, 2024

How to Write Content for Local SEO The first step is to create content that’s locally relevant. It’s a good idea to subscribe to local news sites and sign up for alerts on local events relevant to your industry (e.g., Absolutely, different businesses and industries have to tweak their local SEO strategies.

Local 97

Local SEO Strategy How To 97

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Some of the studies are surveys I’ve helped field, like the annual JOTW survey , however, most are by contributors or organizations from around the community. Recently I went back through all the write-ups I’ve published on surveys and boiled the results down to these ten. These lay out a pretty good picture of the PR landscape.

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Survey Industry Leadership Study 96

PR for Anyone

MARCH 27, 2024

Behind the Celebrity Persona Carrie’s time working in the entertainment industry left her with many stories. Carrie shares her own experience of transitioning from the excitement of working in the film industry to the uncertainty of pursuing writing as a career.

Film 130

Film Storytelling Writing Insurance 130

Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The startup community is rich with people thinking hard about a lot of topics that we cover but may not have first-hand experience with, so it’s good to make sure there are other voices represented on TechCrunch. There are more platforms than ever for people to get personal viewpoints out there and to practice their writing skills.

Resources 100

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Deirdre Breakenridge

OCTOBER 23, 2018

As a science major turned public relations professional, I was groomed into believing that scientists are “bad” communicators. Through my work in science communication at Cornell University , I learned that this couldn’t be further from the truth. DO be an engaged part of the #scicomm community. DO use the power of the #hashtag.

Twitter 347

Twitter Social Media Community Conference 347

Deirdre Breakenridge

JANUARY 25, 2018

PR professionals are known for their strong writing skills and creative storytelling. ET the #PRStudChat community will gather for a Twitter chat session focused on the importance of content strategy and how content can help boost your career in PR. What are the first steps PR pros can take to hone their writing skills?

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Twitter Storytelling Community Writing 157

Deirdre Breakenridge

JUNE 12, 2018

ET, #PRStudChat sponsored by Spin Sucks community members will gather for an in-depth Twitter discussion on “How to Communicate Your Research.” Joining us as our special guest and co-host is Kevin Anselmo (@KevinAnselmo ) the Founder and Principal of Experiential Communications. Why should you communicate research?

Communications 150

Communications How To Case Study Community 150

5W PR

JUNE 7, 2023

PR is a dynamic industry that requires strong communication and problem-solving skills, as well as organization and attention to detail. Additionally, it’s important to research the company’s clients, competitors, and industry trends. This may include writing, communication, organization, and time management skills.

How To 88

How To Internal International Trends 88

PR 20/20

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

Editor's Note: This post was originally published on the Marketing Artificial Intelligence Institute , a new community for modern marketers created and powered by PR 20/20. More specifically, can we use machines to write blog posts? MAII was created by PR 20/20 to be a community by marketers, for marketers.

Industry 74

Industry Marketing Technology Software 74

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

ChatGPT is getting much of the headlines recently, but PR might be surprised to learn it has been using it – and other subsets of AI – for a while now ChatGPT ignited a fire in the PR community and there are opinions all over the map. CoPilot will “help write” and “a shortcut” but not a replacement. Apple and Microsoft Windows.

Software 135

Software Pitching Analysis Community 135

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

I didn’t get into the public relations and communications industry through a traditional career route. This article aims to help you understand what to expect and the pros and cons of working for a PR agency or integrated communications firm. When I began, I had no idea what to expect.

Agency 89

Agency Energy Crisis Management Industry 89

Sword and the Script

JULY 11, 2023

In this guest post, Kathy Casciani writes public relations podcasts provide a sound way to work on your professional development while habit stacking – listening while doing routine tasks, such as chores In case you hadn’t noticed, podcasts are having a moment.

Publicity 131

Publicity Small Business Trends Leadership 131

Waxing UnLyrical

NOVEMBER 22, 2010

Because if there’s one thing I believe takes public relations from good to great, it’s when your audiences start becoming your community through the relationships you develop with them. But I was curious to see how Maddie and Lindy perceived not just Open Community , but its juxtaposition with public relations.

Community 82

Community Publicity Web Social Media 82

Waxing UnLyrical

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

But like any other marketing strategy, growing your B2B Facebook community simply requires an investment of time and genuine engagement. Below I’ll highlight a couple of simple and effective methods that’ll help grow a B2B Facebook community through engaging content curation. Offer something of real value instead.

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B2B Community Facebook How To 92

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 15, 2018

A recent survey conducted by Ned Lundquist’s Job of the Week (JOTW) in partnership with Sword and the Script Media, LLC sought to find out the true status of our industry. The idea of doing less with more is not uncommon to communicators. Let’s hit it. Let’s Talk Money. The Latest & Greatest.

Survey 74

Survey Industry Communications Corporate 74

Deirdre Breakenridge

DECEMBER 6, 2016

As we close out 2016, the #PRStudChat community will gather together on Tuesday, December 13th at 8:30 p.m. The questions / topics our community of students, professionals, and educators will answer and discuss the night of the 13 th include: How do I know if I’m entrepreneur ready? A follow-up blog post by PR 2.0

Community 150

Community Twitter Corporate Groups 150

PRSay

JUNE 21, 2022

Several industry observers have noticed. I end with this, a not-so-dirty secret I have learned in the industry for two decades. His writing has appeared in Adweek, Forbes, the Dallas Morning News and PRWeek. In fact, an overwhelming percentage of our client contacts are women, too. ” Queer and tech outliers share DNA.

Crisis Communications 175

Crisis Communications Course Crisis Communications 175

PR Conversations

JANUARY 29, 2015

His career also involved posts as former assistant to the president and public relations member of the Policy Committee at Ford Motor Company, and he was one of the creators and first director of The Dayton Plan of community and employee relations originated in the Dayton Divisions of General Motors Corporation.

Community 40

Community Employee Local Groups 40

PR Conversations

JANUARY 29, 2015

His career also involved posts as former assistant to the president and public relations member of the Policy Committee at Ford Motor Company, and he was one of the creators and first director of The Dayton Plan of community and employee relations originated in the Dayton Divisions of General Motors Corporation.

Community 40

Community Employee Local Groups 40

Solo PR Pro

JANUARY 11, 2022

There’s a whole community of like minded people you can lean on. Readers will learn why the PR industry is a great fit for all types of people, what the industry best practices are today, and hard lessons of what not to do that will bridge them over the gap from a classroom or Hollywood understanding of PR to real-world successful practice.

Writing 98

Writing Community Storytelling Education 98

Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Instructor and founder of Industry Immersion, Brandon Chicotsky, at The University of Alabama describes it as being your own boss. “My For example, if a small nonprofit organization needs help implementing a new initiative in the local community, it would make sense to hire a freelancer due to a small budget.

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Nonprofit Writing Local Training 100

PR Conversations

JULY 20, 2015

It’s understood that the play’s the thing; however, it was the vibrant community found around each performance that proved an unexpected volunteer adventure at The Toronto Fringe festival 2015. Not to mention the elitism and sense-of-entitlement cliques that often predominate in our industries.

Community 40

Community Print Twitter Creativity 40

PRSay

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

With a session titled “ Strategies for Success in Your Dream Industry ,” it’s no wonder. Ebanks is the vice president of communications at Essence Ventures, overseeing all executive, external and internal communications for the private equity company that aims to empower, connect and give ownership to Black communities.

Creativity 77

Creativity Writing Agency Pitching 77

ReimaginePR

OCTOBER 3, 2016

If you’re looking for an easy, but sure way, to define yourself as an expert in your field, here’s my advice: write an ebook. In addition to the reasons I’ll expand on below, an ebook offers you the incredible opportunity to add your voice to a conversation that’s currently happening in your industry. you may wonder. Click To Tweet.

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eBook How To Writing Community 219

Deirdre Breakenridge

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

You may have heard about these public relations trailblazers in school or from working in the industry. On Thursday, February 9, the public relations community will come together to celebrate history’s most prominent black public relations pioneers. As a result, they can feel excluded from the rest of the PR community.

Publicity 150

Publicity Education Community Writing 150

Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

Featuring hundreds of panels over the 2 days, you will be exposed to the critical cross sector conversations between CPOS, Utilities, OEMS, Government, Cities, Transport Operators needed to move this industry forward 4. MOVE America presents a unique opportunity to reach the entire mobility industry in one place.

Mobile 88

Mobile Transportation Automotive Policies 88

Stern + Associates

DECEMBER 8, 2022

With an ongoing need for companies to cultivate trust with customers, building an executive’s social media presence is a critical way to communicate company values in a humanized and authentic way. LinkedIn, for example, is a great place to share expertise, interact with industry peers and draw in potential new customers.

Social Media 86

Social Media Strategy How To Media 86

Onclusive

JUNE 21, 2017

It will set you apart from the 100 other people who only know how to write a press release,” said Iliff. For social amplification, go to your community. When it comes to creating a community around your niche area, it’s best to meet your customer where they hang out, not where you want them to be. Be a part of their community.

Storytelling 329

Storytelling SEO Community Engineering 329

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 30, 2018

One of the best ways is to stay on top of key PR industry blogs as well as more general sites that offer a fresh take on business, creativity, and content. Industry or Workplace Blogs. ” The blog is a reliable source of macro PR information and industry trends. Better Writing Blogs. Authentic Storytelling Project.

Blogging 170

Blogging Writing Creativity Storytelling 170

Stephen Waddington

MAY 2, 2020

I won’t be learning Mandarin or writing a book during lockdown. Pleasure in simple things and new routines A lockdown book or new language may be a tall order but there is pleasure in art, cooking, craft and community. It’s a wonderful community act of craft. I’m writing on my blog more than ever.

Transportation 84

Transportation Government Community Facebook 84

Waxing UnLyrical

NOVEMBER 2, 2016

So the next time you’re giving a talk, writing your blurb on the company website or even just updating your LinkedIn profile, consider taking a few easy steps to pump up your bio: 1. Beware of industry jargon and buzzwords that are confusing or vague. They might be able to provide some insights that could inform your writing.

Writing 40

Writing LinkedIn Radio Examples 40

Stephen Waddington

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

I read a book, discuss it with a colleague or my partner who works in the same industry, and apply any learnings in practice. My writing style is the same. Debate and argument Adapting my thinking and writing style is going to be my biggest challenge. Occasionally I will seek out multiple points of view on an issue or topic.

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