Communications Conversations

JULY 12, 2018

Last week, Jeremy Wheaton wrote an interesting piece on just how far we’ve fallen when it comes to companies and training employees to fill the increasingly large skills gap. However, today, I’d like to talk about a topic specific to our industry: Why don’t more companies invest in training their PR and social employees?

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Shift Communications

JUNE 28, 2022

For example, offer training, volunteer time or funds to local organizations, raise awareness by sharing resources, create space and amplify voices from underrepresented communities. One good example is Nike’s support of the Black community that is rooted in years of corporate activism and is authentic to the brand.

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Landis PR

APRIL 29, 2024

Key services: Strategy and Organizational Culture Strategic Communications, Public Relations and Branding Public Affairs and Corporate Responsibility Data Analysis and Future Scenarios Crisis Communications Top Advice for Foreign Companies Navigating Media and Communications Environment in Finland 1.

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Landis PR

OCTOBER 31, 2022

RECAP: We recently announced that San Francisco Business Times included Landis in its Top 100 businesses in the Bay Area Corporate Philanthropy list. Local eateries were open for takeout, and later built dozens of festive outdoor parklets. Some of the NBN activities include: NBN volunteers at a local event.

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PRSay

JANUARY 8, 2019

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. Which students at your local college or university are already making the world a better place, and how are they doing it? Can you make it happen?”

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5W PR

JULY 11, 2023

Those include things such as salon design, inventory management, staff training, and marketing campaigns. Continuous Support and Training Franchisees in the beauty salon industry often benefit from ongoing training and support from the franchisor. It also includes social media promotions or local advertising initiatives.

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Stephen Waddington

JULY 16, 2021

Physical events cancelled during lockdown shifted online as COVID-19 disrupted conferences, meetings, training sessions and workshops. Companies that have invested in their local communities during the crisis continue to benefit from a reputational dividend. This is likely to be an issue on the corporate agenda for the next decade.

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Newsfile

MAY 11, 2023

Involvement with Charity Work or Making a Charitable Contribution Corporate philanthropy supports the well-being of others through donations, volunteerism, sponsorships and other forms of giving back. Training those that do not have easy access to educational opportunities can be very rewarding.

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5W PR

JANUARY 16, 2020

Additionally, every ship sails with an Environmental Officer (EO) whose job includes the implementation, training, oversight, and verification of shipboard environmental compliance, in addition to providing shore-side assistance for developing environmental policies and procedures. Dedication to Being Green. Fly With Peace of Mind.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

When done well, social marketing programs can showcase corporate values, demonstrate commitment to community, and engage consumers, while providing needed resources for a group or cause. Our local partners knew the “lay of the land” and were cooperative on every level. Do commit for the “long haul.”

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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. And nine out of 10 acknowledged more training in core communications disciplines is merited.

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 23, 2022

We continue to benefit from responsible reporting by our local newspaper.”. Frankly, over the last few years, we have noticed the bias/slant in reporting has increased and the quality of reporting has gone down as turnover in local outlets has increased.”. Those that agreed or strongly agreed wrote: “Depends on outlets.

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5W PR

OCTOBER 20, 2020

A Porter-Novelli survey of 150 business leaders this July revealed that 85% feel it’s no longer acceptable for corporations to simply make money but must also make a positive impact on society. What’s important for CEOs, their boards, and CMOs to know is that there’s a clear difference between corporate mission and brand purpose.

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Reputation Us

JULY 26, 2019

national, local, industry media) to ensure you’re the go-to company for relevant, timely information. Media and Message Unity Training. However, PR is not marketing, advertising or branding. Some overarching PR services that we offer include: Media Relations : We foster strong relationships with your target media outlets (e.g.,

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Landis PR

OCTOBER 17, 2022

We recently announced that San Francisco Business Times included Landis in its Top 100 businesses in the Bay Area Corporate Philanthropy list. The next time you’re at the grocery store, pick up a can or two of food or purchase a ready-made bag of groceries to be donated directly to your local food bank.

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Presspage

JUNE 15, 2017

.” Although all options for a new system were arranged for the global sites, local offices needed find their own solution. He trains them in using PressPage and, if needed, helps with publishing the releases via the platform. Morawski: “What is also important for us is that our newsroom matches with the corporate identity.

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Sword and the Script

JANUARY 29, 2019

This isn’t uncommon in the corporate world. Another approach is to invite local leaders from government and associations like the local chamber or technology association. Of course, the PR tie-in is natural – you can and should invite local reporters, bloggers and influencers. 3) Training events or skills showcase.

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Mark My Words

MAY 20, 2020

What people forget about Harry is that because he was trained to be in the firm, so as a result he is a man who is very tuned into concepts like public duty, service and community. I just don’t see him having the skill set to be a producer,” said Borkowski. Putting him in California is a bit like putting an animal in a zoo.

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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. Corporations and non-profits are not that different from each other. I was a solo corporate comm. director in several corporations, and that was really challenging. Oh, so many.

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Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 11, 2014

Assuming that the PR reps have maintained favorable relations with reporters, most online media outlets are willing to cover corporate news; most likely they will publish whatever is provided, with little or no editing (although some say that editorial standards are evolving ). Do they cover press U.S. releases in China?

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Stuart Bruce

NOVEMBER 27, 2015

The threat is that like elsewhere in the world there is a massive talent shortage with not enough experienced, trained and qualified professionals already practising. In-house PR people within companies – the regional and local operations of multi-nationals and big indigenous companies. The opportunity is in creating a PR 3.0

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PRSay

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Haworth recommends attending town gatherings and interacting with local elected officials, regardless of their political beliefs. 3 Ways to Maintain Control of Your Corporate Social Media. According to the presenters, only one-third of employees have been trained by their companies on official social media policies.

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PR for Anyone

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Significant global events such as 9/11 and economic recessions coincided with pivotal moments in her pilot training journey, and have become important chapters in her story. As of 2022, women made up only 5% of commercial airline pilots—and that number is even less in other sectors like military and corporate aviation.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

OCTOBER 20, 2015

How can I improve my teaching to better train my students? Among programs that do incorporate digital training, social media is typically listed as an elective. If we don’t train students these important digital skills while they are in school, who else can train them? What else should I be doing to help students excel?

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Ishmael's Corner

DECEMBER 7, 2014

As part of this initiative, a new Body Worn Camera Partnership Program would provide a 50 percent match to States/localities who purchase body-worn cameras and requisite storage.”.

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PRSay

JULY 27, 2016

During this week, we encourage local Chapters to host events focused on providing networking and career development for professionals new to the industry. Here are a few ideas: Promote your local PRSA Chapter’s New Professionals Week event to employees. Each year, PRSA New Professionals Week (Aug.

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Communications Conversations

OCTOBER 2, 2015

Back when I worked on the corporate side, I distinctly remember trying to get on my boss’ calendar. Many of my big corporate clients today face the same dilemma. I’ve actually been in corporate meetings with this many people. Again, based on my previous corporate experience, I’d say half at most.

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Action PR

DECEMBER 16, 2019

Showing off their suspension training kit and superb flooring respectively, heads turned as our photographer got to work. Our corporate fitness sales specialist client Gympass successfully secured a three-year extension to its deal with premium fitness operator Bannatyne which saw all 72 clubs become available to Gympass members.

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PRSay

JANUARY 9, 2020

When we began this decade, many local newspapers had at least 10 more pages of non-syndicated content than they do today. And if you’re looking for avenues to explore in this arena, might we recommend building out messaging around sustainability, corporate citizenship and community relations. Yet, in reflection, so much has changed.

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 20, 2019

In high school, she landed an internship with a local radio station and started a club for kids trying to pursue a career in broadcasting. HR has the hefty job of recruiting talent, keeping business goals top of mind, training and retaining talent, ensuring compliance, and strategizing workplace culture initiatives.

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Communications Conversations

MARCH 15, 2016

Now, I know academics will tell you job training isn’t part of the college experience (especially for a liberal arts degree). 2: No viable training options. Do YOU see any viable social media marketing training opportunities for young people? The fact is: They may need the training just as much as the junior folks do.

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Communications Conversations

AUGUST 21, 2018

We have a team member assigned to each of our retail territories so our stores have a specific point of contact and we can build relationships with local reporters. How did that agency experience prepare you for your role in corporate PR? What’s the most interesting part of your current role?

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Communications Conversations

MARCH 29, 2019

So, I asked a few key local leaders for up-and-coming social media or communications superstars they admire. Courtney landed her permanent role off a 6-month social media internship in the Corporate Communications department at UnitedHealth Group. I’m quite certain Alison will find herself in a senior leader role very soon.

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Solo PR Pro

MAY 16, 2023

Risks: You'll want to ensure you fully trust and train the team member or subcontractor that steps into your role. It is one of the reasons I actually started my business, to give myself the flexibility to work while still being home with children, which isn't something I found in the corporate PR world,” Nicole says. In the U.S.,

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Ethical Voices

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Joining me on this week’s episode of EthicalVoices is Kelsey Bohl , the Senior Manager of Corporate Communications Press Office at Walmart. I did data communications for our local, state and national reporting. Walmart’s a major brand, you get a lot of phone calls, and there are a lot of questions. Take your time.

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PRSay

JUNE 1, 2018

The NBA has dozens of corporate sponsors, with hundreds of communication messages running on their media platforms. However, remember the value of local programs that can offer smaller marketing budget investment and can be more impactful in communicating your product qualities more personally. Use your trick shot.

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Solo PR Pro

APRIL 8, 2021

We sat down with Bernadette to discuss how her background in journalism impacted her career in PR, how she struck out on her own as a solo PR pro (and grew both her client and employee roster) and how she’s using her PR skills to help prioritize diversity, equity and inclusion practices at her local PRSA chapter.

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