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International Conference Preview: Bob Woodward on the Importance of Investigative Journalism

PRSay

For a reporter who’s made a career out of investigative journalism, it’s clear that Bob Woodward understands what makes a compelling narrative and how to get the “best obtainable version of the truth.”. Journalism is more cerebral than people believe,” he told PRsay via phone from Washington, D.C. Well, that’s not good.

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Data-Driven PR Campaign Planning: Part 1

Onclusive

65% of PR pros said the ability to quantify Big Data Analytics will be the most important skill to the future of the industry ( USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, 2019 ). Don’t forget to research your competitors and other organizations that have been in a similar position before. . Determine your campaign objectives.

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PR Advantages of Pitching Trade Press

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Those hours, of course, include studying trade journals, reviews, and analyst reports. A B2B with a new VR (virtual reality) tool for real estate sales should never neglect specialty outlets VR Journal or AR/VR Magazine – as well as real estate trade journals like Realtor Magazine. Trade pubs are a community network.

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The Media Kit: What To Include

Doctor Spin

PR Resource: Journalism vs PR What is a media kit? I would also advise against handing out USB drives (memory sticks) at press conferences and events. Historically, when media kits were distributed physically on paper at press conferences and events, it made sense to make the printed media kit brief and to the point.

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The Most Underrated Skill in Content Marketing? Fact-Checking

Contently - Strategy

In traditional journalism, diligent fact-checking is a given. This type of work is not journalism, strictly speaking. Do I need to parse the fine print of a scientific study every time I cite a statistic? Finally, if the information comes from social media, make sure it’s true before you regurgitate it in print or online.

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Sharing the Love: Mother-Daughter PR Pros on Mentoring and Mutual Support

PRSay

I got my first job from a connection at PRSA Georgia’s Real World conference, which my mom had recommended I attend. Judy: I also went to UF, but studied journalism. Judy: To create brochures, we used to have to go to a printing press. Our local conference also helps expose young people to different professional paths.

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Surviving in a Pay-to-Play World

Journalistics

Despite denials and indignation from journalists, money does talk at many prints, electronic, and online media sources; often in direct relation to the financial health and business prospects of its corporate owners. Do you completely disagree and believe journalism ethics are alive and well today? Paid stories disguised as editorial.