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Blogger Outreach Versus Media Relations: What Marketers Need To Know

Polaris

The good news is most bloggers follow strict ethical guidelines, such as indicating when they’ve been reimbursed for a product review. What it means for marketers: Although most bloggers are highly ethical, you need to exercise caution in who you approach and how. Media Relations'

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Media Relations Must-Dos: 10 Tips for More Earned Media

Beyond PR

Know your standards: AP News Values and other codes of ethics. Be consistent: Establish a consistent presence in the eyes of the press by using a regular cadence of press releases, social media and other media outreach tactics. Keep learning: Guidelines change. Learn them. It’s no secret we live in an always-on world.

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Navigating the New FTC Guidelines: What Brands and Influencers Need to Know

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

Earlier this year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) unveiled fresh guidelines aimed at regulating endorsements and testimonials in marketing and advertising, particularly in the multi-billion dollar social media influencer industry. Transparency builds trust and ensures a more ethical and authentic advertising landscape for all.

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15 Up-and-Coming PR and Social Media Marketers to Watch

Communications Conversations

So, I asked a few key local leaders for up-and-coming social media or communications superstars they admire. I put a few guidelines on this–these folks had to be non-manager/non-director level. I give you 15 up-and-coming social media and communications rock stars! But, who are the next LeeAnns, Sarahs and Allisons?

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Back to School! 3 Solo PR Pros on Becoming an Adjunct Instructor

Solo PR Pro

Courses taught: Principles of Public Relations, Public Relations Writing, Communications Ethics, Media Relations, Campaigns (graduate program). It's very time-consuming, and can be emotionally draining. DePaul University College of Communications, 2011 – 2022.

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Will humans have to re-write AI’s draft of history? 42 marketing and communications predictions for 2024

Sword and the Script

Authentic storytelling continued to excel “For PR, authentic storytelling will continue to excel as consumers seek honest, genuine experiences and solutions. Social media platforms Bluesky and Threads will continue to become attractive substitutions for X (formerly Twitter).” ~ Marc C. AI loss of luster “Two-fold: AI fatigue is real.

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45 Marketing and PR Statistics that Recap the Year We Had in 2020

Sword and the Script

Social media statistics from 2020. It’s worth pointing out, that even while these statistics were published in 2020, many will have utility as benchmarks and best practice guidelines for years to come. Media relations is ever more challenging. Source: Media Relations Keeps Getting Harder ).

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