Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Today I share Deborah Weinstein’s answers to questions about the challenges confronting social media marketing and digital communications. It is the latest in my series of interviews with industry experts (see this post , which sets the stage). Are the social media waters still safe for marketing? Be Helpful.

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Marketing Facebook Social Media Community 244

Cision

MARCH 15, 2016

With a strong media relations strategy, you can widen your brand’s reach and expand its audience, says Stan Steinreich, president and CEO of Steinreich Communications. Stan has extensive experience in getting media coverage for his clients. As an industry, we need to be more creative to help them achieve those goals.

Creativity 120

Creativity Conference Media Relations Government 120

PRSay

JUNE 7, 2023

Yet the presence of deep fakes and phony AI-generated interviews requires that journalists must diligently fact-check AI-generated content or research. As journalists and PR practitioners, now is the time to work with AI and apply it as a creative and productivity tool — without fearing the future. AI is already in newsrooms.

Journalism 156

Journalism Public Affairs Ethics Technology 156

5W PR

JULY 16, 2020

Public relations for home and housewares brands is all about positioning products at the cross-section of functional and trendy. Style, creativity, and practicality are all essential components that consumers are looking for. They feature sections on Design Agendas, Projects, Products, Interviews, and their Press Kit.

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Brand Branding Instagram Creativity 88

Cision

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

A combination of paid, earned, shared and owned media (PESO) – an integrated strategy – is necessary to be effective. In this interview, Jim discusses his agency’s approach to integrated PR, shares the key lessons he’s learned throughout his career and explains what “Joined-Up Thinking,” Threepipe’s tagline, truly means.

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Analytics Agency Newspapers Community 120

Cision

APRIL 12, 2016

Adriana Stan, public relations director at W Magazine, says being empathetic to the contacts you are pitching is the key to winning them over. What drew you to the field of public relations? I’ve always been an avid consumer of journalism and loved writing. How do you think media relations has evolved in recent years?

Fashion 120

Fashion Pitching Journalism Social Media 120

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Once upon a time, many moons ago, I worked at a large PR agency as part of the consumer technology team. I didn’t get into the public relations and communications industry through a traditional career route. Skill Development — learn valuable skills in media relations , content creation, event planning, crisis management, etc.

Agency 88

Agency Energy Crisis Management Industry 88

Cision

JULY 14, 2016

In this interview, Lauren discusses how to multitask effectively, her exciting plans for the Harley-Davidson Museum and the challenges brands face today. For as long as I can remember, I have loved art, writing and being creative. Lauren Kaufman, senior vice president at Spring, O’Brien & Co., What drew you to the PR industry?

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Cision

JUNE 21, 2016

In this interview, Morgan discusses the importance of having a social presence, how to keep your digital community engaged and why the fundamentals of public relations will never change. I really fell in love with how strategy can be supplemented with creativity to share your client’s story. What drew you to the field of PR?

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Social Media Newspapers Reputation Community 227

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Before discussing this issue further, video content can be in many forms, including product demos, explainer videos, interviews, testimonials, etc. There are many more creative approaches to achieving a positive image. Then, how can PR aid your video marketing campaigns to create top-of-mind awareness?

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Video Marketing SEO Social Media 109

Prohibition

JANUARY 20, 2021

Simply having a social media account isn’t enough. Being active and sharing engaging content on the platform keeps your brand front of mind for consumers and allows you to reach and engage with a wider audience. PR agencies are trained to convey messages to the public in a creative way that sparks interest.

Company 62

Company Software Crisis Management Agency 62

Bianchi Biz Blog

MAY 26, 2022

5-8, 2023, with Media Days Jan. 3-4 , CES is the most influential tech event in the world, bringing together companies, including manufacturers, developers and suppliers of consumer technology, content, technology delivery systems and more to address the industry’s most relevant issues. Taking place Jan.

Mobile 87

Mobile Technology Automotive Meeting 87

Cision

AUGUST 2, 2016

In this interview, Angie discusses how to stay relevant with consumers, create an impactful message and build better relationships with the media. Even if it is “fast-fashion,” consumers should be able to identify with what the brand represents and in turn want to represent that brand’s message.

Fashion 120

Fashion Apparel Pitching Consumer 120

Cision

MARCH 1, 2016

In this interview, he discusses the pervasiveness of technology in PR, the necessity of collaboration with others and how to best communicate with customers. Where possible, attend adjacent industry events to see if you can get some creative ideas that your competitors haven’t yet thought of. What do you like most about working in PR?

Technology 120

Technology Industry Storytelling Strategy 120

Bianchi Biz Blog

JANUARY 24, 2022

Automoblog is a consumer-focused website that helps readers understand more about cars and driving. That includes our creative director, writers, industry and content partners, numerous marketing and PR professionals, and readers. Along this same line of thinking is consumer education. I hope the NAIAS organizers do it again!

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Meeting Automotive Media Technology 78

OnePitch

APRIL 14, 2022

While her role has shifted over the last couple of years, her true PR passion remains media relations, strategizing with her team and clients to land strategic placements that drive results. Read below for the entire interview with Cortney Williams: 1.) What follow-up questions may they have as a result of this email?

Healthcare 52

Healthcare How To Pitching Product Launch 52

Cision

JUNE 8, 2016

In this interview, Doug discusses how to build positive relationships with clients, how to improve your media relations outreach and how new technology has affected communication. What’s your secret to media relations success? I want to make a positive impact and move the business forward.

Financial 120

Financial Healthcare Media Relations Technology 120

Polaris

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

Public relations, or more precisely media relations, can be a tricky business. The art of getting earned media coverage for a product, service or business is not as easy as it sounds. And while the degree of difficulty varies from brand to brand, the secret to securing editorial is NOT a media release.

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Cision

JULY 20, 2016

In this interview, Rachel discusses why you need to build trust with the media, how to create a global communications campaign and how to drive conversations on social media. What are the keys to media relations success? What role does social media play in your job? How did you get your start in PR?

Leadership 120

Leadership Local Pitching Social Media 120

Cision

JULY 26, 2016

In this interview, David discusses the importance of good writing skills, how technology has transformed the industry and how to stand out in today’s crowded marketplace. From there, you still identify where those audiences consume information – it’s just that a lot more of it these days is digital or social. Rapid Fire Round.

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Writing Engineering Journalism Analytics 120

The Resolution Blog

MAY 24, 2017

Gold for Most Effective B2B PR campaign for Bright HR and Silver for Most Effective Consumer PR campaign for Silentnight Tell us a bit more about one of the campaigns, what was the objective? We’ll let the AMEC judges tell you that: “We loved the creativity both in the execution, media mix and news hijacking. Congratulations!

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Measurement B2B Google Financial 136

Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 17, 2021

If not, contact the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) to get your spot. These more private spaces will allow your company to conduct scheduled meetings or media interviews in a convenient and distraction-free location. Save your spot: Although CES is large show with a lot of exhibit space, it fills up fast.

Technology 86

Technology Automotive Trade Shows Hotels 86

The Resolution Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2015

We interviewed Joshua Kail, co-founder of Glass Lantern PR in the United States to find out how not having an office works for their clients and how they are so confident in their results they offer a financial guarantee! Media relations is the core skill and transparency is the belief. Do you follow a creative process?

Education 120

Education Measurement B2B Meeting 120

Solo PR Pro

APRIL 5, 2022

When I left the media relations agency I cofounded after 16 years, I realized I would need an expanded skillset to attract new clients. Recently, a colleague of mine here in Atlanta, Carol Cookerly of Cookerly Public Relations, explained it to me. Read on for their helpful tips. to your advantage to break into a new niche.

How To 104

How To Fashion Banking Industry 104

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Overcoming this challenge requires a bit of creativity and also requires clarifying your message so that it’s easy for prospects to see how you can help them thrive and survive. We live in a day an age where consumers can share their delight or dissatisfaction instantly to a wide audience. MM: Absolutely. 33: Bryan Young.

Interviews 63

Interviews Software Government Journalism 63

Bianchi Biz Blog

MAY 26, 2022

5-8, 2023, with Media Days Jan. 3-4 , CES is the most influential tech event in the world, bringing together companies, including manufacturers, developers and suppliers of consumer technology, content, technology delivery systems and more to address the industry’s most relevant issues. Taking place Jan.

Mobile 52

Mobile Technology Automotive Meeting 52

Ethical Voices

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

I am a corporate communications and brand strategist with more than 25 years of experience working with global consumer brands. You could give product to supporters and consumers. So I think that as consumers get more savvy, our profession needs to stay on top of the regulation. Now, internal is external.

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Ethics Product Launch Corporate Consumer 52

Shift Communications

DECEMBER 15, 2016

As SHIFT and the entire industry continues to evolve there is always the question… Is traditional media relations dead? From the perspective of the consumer team in the Boston office the answer is a resounding, NO! After an aggressive media relations push, we began to pick up traction in the local market.

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Print Media Travel Wireless 60

Communications Conversations

MARCH 29, 2019

I think about people like LeeAnn Rasachak and Sarah Reckard whom I met more than 10 years ago now (they were one of my first PR Rock Star interviews!). I give you 15 up-and-coming social media and communications rock stars! Sarah Schoeneck, Media Relations Manager – Patterson Dental (nominated by Arik Hanson).

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Social Media Agriculture Marketing Media 128

Cision

MARCH 31, 2016

If you want to connect with your audience and stand out from competitors, you need to focus on your brand’s story, says Neil McAllister, media and content director at Blanc & Otus. In this interview, Neil discusses his background as a journalist, what it’s like working in the technology industry and the changing role of the media.

Newspapers 120

Newspapers Reddit Journalism Technology 120

PRSay

JULY 21, 2017

I gained credibility as a subject matter expert and could converse with everyone from CEO’s to bowling media to bowling center owners. A national industry magazine even interviewed me, and I was later named to its list of the most influential people in the sport. The work paid off. Communicate effectively. Stay perpetually curious.

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Sports Agency Interviews Travel 123

Prohibition

JULY 9, 2018

So that involves lots of exciting things like online community building, social media listening, brand audits, online crisis management, content marketing and video creation and seeding. Here’s what we’re after: We’re looking for someone with at least 2 year’s PR experience, with a definite interest in all things social media.

Creativity 48

Creativity Construction Crisis Management Social Media 48

Prohibition

JANUARY 24, 2022

Our crisis management team controls a firm’s reputation by preparing company leaders and other spokespeople for media interviews, town hall meetings, and press conferences, as well as identifying ways to better control the narrative. Prohibition PR handle media relations. After the incident, we provide support.

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Crisis Communications Crisis Agency Communications 62

Prohibition

APRIL 29, 2017

Here’s what we’re after: We’re looking for someone with at least 2 year’s PR experience, with a definite interest in all things social media. You need to have solid media relations skills, have managed talented PR executives before. Arrange for interviews or public speaking events and construct press releases.

Agency 54

Agency Creativity Hotels Social Media 54

Bad Pitch Blog

OCTOBER 30, 2009

He also teaches creativity, consumer behavior, copywriting and the history of advertising at The Ohio State University and the Columbus College of Art & Design. But there was some wonderful synergy between my presentation on storytelling and Artie’s presentation on social media as a vehicle for creativity.

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Pitching Creativity Storytelling Advertising 46

Solo PR Pro

AUGUST 2, 2022

Courses taught: Principles of Public Relations, Public Relations Writing, Communications Ethics, Media Relations, Campaigns (graduate program). I said I would, and she put me in touch with the assistant dean, I went in and interviewed, and got the job. It's very time-consuming, and can be emotionally draining.

Education 107

Education Course Nonprofit Resources 107

Shift Communications

MAY 7, 2015

Mary says her writing skills are a huge help in PR and that she’s never intimidated by titles now after interviewing CEOs of major corporations and managing directors of investment banks on a daily basis. If you’re looking to transition into a creative role, a degree or a few extra classes can help.

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Agency Industry Healthcare Banking 60