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How To Interview Experts Like A Journalist: Tips For PR Teams

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

When I jumped to the PR and marketing side from journalism, I was often told by the PR firm who hired me, “We want you to think like a journalist.” But I do know something about interviewing experts, which is often the basis for B2B comms writing. I never said this at the time, but now I can admit: I don’t really know what that means.

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Writing For Journalism And Writing For PR: How They Differ

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

I was a journalism major, so most of my writing experience in college had a reporting angle. Whether it was through classes, writing for the school newspaper , or my personal blogs, my writing involved reporting facts, interviewing subjects, and taking down their quotes. More specifically, I wanted to be a sportswriter.

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Ron Cogan, Editor, Publisher & Writer at Green Car Journal

Bianchi Biz Blog

I am the editor, publisher, and writer at Green Car Journal and GreenCarJournal.com. Honestly, there are plenty of stories I’m proud of, but what stands out now is my piece in the current issue of Green Car Journal , “Caution Signs Ahead for Electric Vehicles.” How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started?

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Journalism statistics: 7 media relations takeaways from the 2023 State of the Media Report by Cision

Sword and the Script

A survey of 3,000+ finds 75% of journalists say the top action any PR person can take is to understand a reporter’s target audience and what they find relevant; journalism statistics show reporters worry about accuracy, credibility and keeping pace amid more work and fewer resources Most PR professionals say media relations is getting harder.

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The two brands leading the way with brand journalism during COVID might surprise you

Communications Conversations

The term “brand journalism” is a bit of a lightning rod term in the social media marketing business. ” And, over the years, there have certainly been a fair share of corporate failures when it comes to brand journalism. But, for the most part, brand journalism wins have been tough to come by. Like DAILY.

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How To Measure The “Hidden” Value Of PR Work: Contextual Value

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Sentiment and tone make all the difference We intuitively know if an article or interview is positive, but an analysis of sentiment and tone offers insights into the qualitative impact of PR efforts. Numbers are helpful, but it’s the context behind those numbers that should truly make them resonate with brands.

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AirPR Interview Series: Emmy Award Winning Journalist & PR Pro Mika Stambaugh

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AirPR sat down with Mika and discussed unique communications strategies, moving from journalism to PR: AirPR: Tell us about TMI and how you help brands and organizations gain visibility and manage reputation. AirPR: You started your career in journalism. Today, Mika runs TMI (The Mas Ink), a boutique PR firm.