Communications Conversations

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

You had a vibrant and long career in PR, working in almost every possible setting–from corporate to agency to non-profit. I liked agency life because you could specialize in media relations and have the company of other professionals in marketing and PR. Corporations and non-profits are not that different from each other.

Publicity 174

Publicity Leadership Corporate Agency 174

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

It’s like asking someone to come in and write a thought-leadership piece and then have no thoughts to offer.”. Contributed articles are an important way to earn visibility for new ideas, especially the sort that has not been covered by the media or isn’t generally well understood. A Data-Driven Answer for B2B].

Leadership 60

Leadership B2B Pitching Technology 60

Sword and the Script

MAY 29, 2018

Of the 155 respondents, more than 120 took the time to write in answers this post is designed to share some of them that stood out. 3) “Thought leadership can’t be outsourced. 9) “That reporters don’t write corporate profiles, they cover NEWS.”. Also see these related posts: Is Media Relations Getting Harder?

Corporate 77

Corporate Communications Survey Employee 77

PR Conversations

OCTOBER 28, 2014

The chair of the Global Alliance introduces the Madrid Momentum ( Learning to Lead ) and details four Ps that constitute the cornerstones of PR leadership. At last, public relations comes out from under the shadow of marketing and media relations—and it is not just me who is saying it. By Anne Gregory, PhD, FCIPR.

Leadership 111

Leadership Publicity Government Journalism 111

PRSay

JANUARY 8, 2019

29, Matt Charles, APR, presents a webinar titled “ How to Tell Your Organization’s Story to Get Media Coverage.” Whether you serve a large corporation, small nonprofit, major research university or municipal government, at some point your boss has probably said, “We need more media attention. Can you make it happen?”

Storytelling 163

Storytelling Media Nonprofit Government 163

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 3, 2018

Almost Famous (2000) — Media Relations. The iconic publication sends a 15 year-old reporter to travel with the band on tour in order to write an in-depth piece. Both the inexperienced reporter and the naïve band members make the media relations mistake of getting too close to be objective.

Tools 170

Tools Government Crisis Public Affairs 170

Cision

APRIL 18, 2017

If not, complete the following exercise: Write down all of the questions you are asked in new business—aka sales—meetings. Write down all of the questions your customer service department is asked. Write down what your domain authority is, which is listed in the left-hand side of the box, right underneath your website’s URL.

Exercises 198

Exercises Google Writing Blogging 198

Beyond PR

JULY 27, 2016

Communications is one of those disciplines that touches pretty much all aspects of a business: thought-leadership, branding, media relations, reputation management, earned media, social media, content marketing, lead generation and so much more. Audience: You’re not writing a content press release for journalists.

Writing 40

Writing SEO Web Content Marketing 40

PRSay

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Nearly a decade ago, the PRSA Foundation sponsored research that found only 23 percent of graduate business schools consistently provide instruction in reputation management, corporate communications and related ethical dimensions. Students write about a current event and critique the assessment.

Communications 120

Communications Case Study Training Reputation 120

Sword and the Script

JUNE 18, 2019

What is for sure is that a solid PR team is versatile and can expertly cover down on a broad number of functions: internal comms, external comms, executive comms, media relations, analyst relations, corporate social responsibility, thought leadership and marcom, and as I’ve long proposed, content marketing, among many others.

Employee 150

Employee Print Writing Survey 150

Landis PR

APRIL 29, 2024

In this week’s blog, our Public Relations Global Network partner, Taru Tujunen from Ellun Kanat , writes about the business environment in Finland. A good place to meet younger decision makers and social media influencers. Nordic Business Forum is one of – if not the – largest business and leadership events in Europe.

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Radio Pinterest Television Government 64

Communications Conversations

MARCH 29, 2019

Of course, I couldn’t write a post like this without nominating a couple people myself! I give you 15 up-and-coming social media and communications rock stars! Sarah Schoeneck, Media Relations Manager – Patterson Dental (nominated by Arik Hanson). They had to be younger than 30.

Social Media 128

Social Media Agriculture Marketing Media 128

PRSay

JUNE 7, 2022

As an incoming local Chapter president, I had a lengthy list of tasks to prepare for the new year — update the Chapter website, confirm the January program, write my newsletter column and plan the next board meeting. Pick one, study it as a team and then follow the steps to writing a plan. Not on my list? Managing a Chapter crisis.

Crisis 78

Crisis Crisis Communications Nonprofit Local 78

Cision

JUNE 15, 2017

Hispanic public relations professionals, I’m excited to work with this year’s diverse volunteer board representing corporate, agency, consultants, and media entities, to help cultivate our future leaders and propel our industry. What is your secret to Public Relations and media relations success?

Automotive 245

Automotive Resources Strategy Consumer 245

Sword and the Script

JULY 16, 2019

There is a long-running joke in public relations (PR) circles, that it takes more time and effort to get press release through the approval process than it does to write one in the first place. Lack of a commitment by senior leadership.”. “We’re Difficult to answer but at its core, apathy from the target audience.”.

Publicity 94

Publicity Survey Local Writing 94

Cision

SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

Gabriel has spent over 30 years as a professional in the communications field, writing about business and education technologies as a journalist and marketing communications consultant. “Thought leadership” pitches on emerging technologies in the financial services sector are also welcome. What will catch your attention?

Technology 120

Technology Pitching Insurance Insurance 120

Stuart Bruce

MAY 29, 2016

I actually laughed out loud when I read this story about the BBC’s world affairs editor John Simpson setting up a corporate consultancy to advise on crisis communications and then even more rapidly closing it again because of the crisis it created. According to his agent: “Simpson has not yet taken on any corporate work.”

Corporate 60

Corporate Crisis Communications Guidelines Crisis 60

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

PR practitioners use a variety of methods to get their message out, including press releases, media relations, social media, and more. What are some examples of public relations? Media relations: This involves building relationships with journalists and getting media coverage for an organization or individual.

Interviews 104

Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 104

5W PR

APRIL 13, 2020

Having a list of contributed bylines that have been by a professional is an excellent tactic for any public relations strategy. It’s a way to demonstrate to an audience that the brand or the executive emphasizes thought leadership and helps the brand establish itself as an industry expert and as a voice. Publishing the Byline.

Trade Shows 88

Trade Shows Policies Writing Strategy 88

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 15, 2018

Corporate communications and PR can be a lonely business of sorts. 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. Guest Post by Scott Kaminski. Or are we? Let’s hit it. Let’s Talk Money.

Survey 74

Survey Industry Communications Corporate 74

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

High demand for experienced communicators “Corporate communications professionals will continue to advance into top organizational leadership roles as their unrivaled combination of business strategy and stakeholder insight continues to become more essential. Write a 2-4 sentence prediction for marketing and PR in 2024.]

Writing 198

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 198

Reputation Us

APRIL 17, 2019

Before forming ReputationUs, Casey was president of LT Public Relations, directing the strategic communications efforts for corporations, financial institutions and public sector clients. Prior to LTPR, Boggs served as public relations director at AIG, leading the public relations efforts of six affiliated companies.

Nonprofit 68

Nonprofit Banking Financial Crisis Communications 68

Critical Mention

JANUARY 3, 2019

My goal was to simply share my story and experience on-line through a blog, and to then re-share on social media. While I started engaging on social media channels, I realized that blogging and writing about my experiences would be central to sharing my story. When I was asked to speak outside of the U.S., If so, how?

Interviews 105

Interviews Ethics Government Internal 105

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 3, 2016

Don’t forget your target audience,” writes Owen Walker in an opinion piece for PRWeek titled What corporate PRs can learn from activist investors. It’s useful for the guardians of corporate reputation to remember the sentiment dashboard doesn’t necessary tell you if you’re winning or not. 2) Can you Newsjacking with Class?

Pitching 62

Pitching Crisis Policies Corporate 62

Sword and the Script

APRIL 19, 2022

A survey of 2,500 journalists finds Twitter is still their favorite social media network – here are time tested PR tips for B2B to earn some traction on the platform. It’s no secret that media relations gets harder every year. Lots of ghostwriters work with CEOs to write LinkedIn updates. Retweet, like, and comment.

B2B 103

B2B Twitter Brand Branding 103

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

I believe when people write predictions, they aren’t just saying what they think will happen but revealing a reflection of sorts. So, my prediction for 2022 is that those PR practitioners with stand-out skills like stellar writing ability and a proven track record of success will have unlimited career opportunities.

Marketing 215

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 215

Communications Conversations

DECEMBER 13, 2019

He posted agency and corporate PR news. Over time, it became a critical leadership resource. As an agency and corporate leader, I have leaned on Ryan’s blog not only to post jobs, but to benchmark and help draft new job descriptions – especially as the industry evolved into digital and experiential strategies. job postings.

Blogging 78

Blogging Agency Community Local 78

PRSay

AUGUST 30, 2022

Garg came to represent accusations that corporations treat employees as expendable units. And it starts with candid PR counsel and media training. Offer resources to help employees write resumes, search job postings and brush up on their interviewing skills. Give employees hope.

Employee 86

Employee Real Estate Video Internal 86

Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 30, 2019

The greatest of these is the shift away from media relations as the dominant means of public engagement to working across all forms of media. PR leads with earned and owned media but also uses paid and shared media for amplification and targeting. a Senior Lecturer in Public Relations at Leeds Business School.

Government 103

Government Education Print Ethics 103

Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Additionally, I still write, and will take on event coverage or feature assignments. I really enjoy writing stories where people share their experiences or perspective. A human element can always capture the interest of a reader and make the content more relatable. Describe the craziest or most fun story you have written.

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Groups Meeting Transportation Media 55

PRSay

MAY 3, 2019

With media organizations consolidating across the country and former journalists finding themselves in a PR or corporate communications position, it’s important not to forget the difference between these two roles. And in an ideal world, journalism and public relations have a balanced relationship benefitting both parties.

Publicity 146

Publicity Newspapers Journalism Energy 146

Communications Conversations

MAY 3, 2016

He mastered media relations managing information for national outlets like ESPN and Sports Illustrated. His popularity and ability to inspire students has played a critical role in the success of the school’s investor relations club where he has steadily grown his knowledge and responsibility. Melissa Thibodo @MelissaThibodo.

Sports 0

Sports Leadership Internal International 0

Solo PR Pro

JANUARY 10, 2017

Write a script, 200-250 words should be all that you need, so that you can practice before shooting. Corporate overview. For example, you can take the topic of a blog post and pose a related question to your video audience. Conversely, you can write a post, or case study inspired by a live video session.

Video 40

Video Strategy SMB Marketing 40

Communications Conversations

MAY 30, 2018

You could replace “agency life” with “corporate life” and insert a whole other sub-set of people, too. Kelly Groehler, Tim Westermeyer and Betsy Andersen all traded in their corporate and agency PR careers for work in another field. They all knew that I had no interest in returning to a corporate role.

Apparel 106

Apparel Public Affairs Training Corporate 106

Flatiron Communications

JANUARY 29, 2015

Corporate Communications Agency of Record. Interactive Multichannel Retailer Taps NYC-Based PR/Media Consultancy for. Strategic Counsel, Corporate and Media Relations. Nasdaq:HSNI) today announced that it has retained New York City-based Flatiron Communications, LLC as its corporate communications agency of record.

Agency 28

Agency Retail Apparel Mobile 28

Rock the Status Quo

FEBRUARY 9, 2015

Like fluffy yellow chicks marching in line after their mama, many companies are stuck in push marketing tactics of the past, favoring carefully crafted, conservative external messaging and expecting their executives to rigidly follow corporate directives when it comes to having (or not having) a digital voice. “It’s too risky!”

Corporate 100

Corporate Leadership Brand Branding 100

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 8, 2019

Media references are hard for several reasons. People are afraid, for example, and many corporate clients have policies that prohibit such interviews without a permission slip. You certainly need the sales leadership on board with a reference program, but marketing has to drive it, or it will fade away.

B2B 78

B2B Media eBook Interviews 78