Rock the Status Quo

DECEMBER 11, 2014

Busting our humps day after day to pitch creative stories that go nowhere, then madly celebrating ( even if it’s in the privacy of our own office ) when we finally land one. Not because media cancelled the story, which is fairly common ( especially in breaking news ), but because the client backed out. Oh, the happiness!!!

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Interviews Real Estate Media Pitching 174

Flack's Revenge

MAY 16, 2016

But new research shows that the biggest threat may be to our creativity. It should especially be of interest to people in creative and info-driven fields like marketing, journalism and PR. ” Over fifteen minutes, she interviews researchers in fields of mind wandering and boredom (who knew there were such specialties?!!).

Creativity 120

Creativity System Journalism Interviews 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 13, 2021

Assistant Account Executives are client and media-facing, learning to interact with key stakeholders with guidance from senior staff. Here’s what you’ll be doing: -Assist the group and all supervising account members in development and maintenance of media lists. Create and distribute press releases to targeted media outlets.

B2B 203

B2B Policies Case Study Enterprise 203

Flack's Revenge

JANUARY 28, 2015

But new research shows that the biggest threat may be to our creativity. It should especially be of interest to people in creative and info-driven fields like marketing, journalism and PR. ” Over fifteen minutes, she interviews researchers in fields of mind wandering and boredom (who knew there were such specialties?!!).

Creativity 120

Creativity System Journalism Technology 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 13, 2023

When I was interviewing with Crenshaw, one of the first things I noticed was that the leader interviewing me was a man of color – someone who looked like me. As I proceeded in the interview process, I noticed more people in the company like me. It can also lead to more innovative solutions and better problem-solving.

Employee 156

Employee Community Groups Interviews 156

Maxim Behar

MARCH 28, 2024

Maxim Behar, 38 years old with 30 years of experience, I have spent more than half of my life in public communications – journalism, PR, and various other fields. I transitioned from journalism after being one of the founders of the outstanding daily newspaper "Standart," and I wanted to see if I could succeed in business.

Journalism 64

Journalism Newspapers Training Education 64

PRSay

MARCH 7, 2024

The film, a feminist masterpiece to some and too basic for others, has achieved widespread influence in the consumer marketplace and, as shared widely on social media, has prompted many women to reassess their roles in the world. PR pros can take note of the creativity and diversity of the movie’s coverage.

Film 127

Film Marketing Sports Hotels 127

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 18, 2018

The practice of public relations is seen as a creative one, but it often depends on meticulous preparation. The PR briefing book is no exception; it’s a simple tool, yet a critical asset for a brand spokesperson to prepare for media interviews.

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Interviews Construction Report Journalism 136

wiredPRworks

MAY 13, 2022

Does managing social media sometimes feel like running a marathon? Listen in as Allan Schoenberg, Chief Communications Officer at Vinson & Elkins, shares lessons from his job as a top communicator and his passion for running to help you enjoy your job more, stress less, and keep running in the race we call social media marketing.

Social Media 52

Social Media Corporate Communications Media 52

Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2022

That was my first experience really using social media and the publication’s website to break news and keep residents in the community informed. Our Commercial Vehicle Group also won editorial excellence awards for investigative journalism, a technology article on hydrogen trucks, and editorial use of data.

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Meeting Automotive Transportation Newspapers 60

Bianchi Biz Blog

JANUARY 24, 2022

That includes our creative director, writers, industry and content partners, numerous marketing and PR professionals, and readers. Our creative director Alex Hartman joined me for the press days at Motor Bella. We shot a ton of on-site footage for our social media channels that our readers and followers really enjoyed.

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Meeting Automotive Media Technology 78

Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 11, 2022

I tried making up for the poor camera quality by getting creative with my shots. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I have been in journalism since I graduated from Southern Illinois University in 2018. Meet the Media: Scotty Reiss, Founder of A Girls Guide to Cars.

Automotive 63

Automotive Meeting Media Journalism 63

Shift Communications

MARCH 20, 2015

Building connections is also about taking the initiative and getting creative. Informational interviews. For all you job seekers out there, an informational interview can be key to getting that next gig. Social media. Don’t underestimate the power of social media in building your professional network. Coffee dates.

Creativity 60

Creativity LinkedIn Meeting Interviews 60

Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

This is part of the reason we created our Meet the Media blog series. In this post, we’ve pulled some excerpts from our more than 100 Meet the Media profiles to help answer the vital question: what do journalists want? Focus on creative, unique stories from which others can learn. Non-promotional Insight with a Reader Takeaway.

Automotive 86

Automotive Journalism Interviews Engineering 86

Bianchi Biz Blog

MAY 16, 2022

It’s also nice to see programs like this where engineers have the opportunity to be a little more creative with their designs because they know the end result is for demonstration purposes, but could help lead to future solutions. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? PowerMotionTech. LinkedIn: Sara Jensen.

Meeting 74

Meeting Media Engineering Journalism 74

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 14, 2018

If you work in PR and engage in media relations , it’s a good idea to keep an ear out as to what is on the minds of those that work in the media. The 2018 State of the Media report by Cision is an annual survey of reporters that offers some insight. 2) Trust in media still adrift, says media. Most (59%) of U.S.-based

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Survey Report Media B2B 102

Contently - Strategy

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

This piece originally appeared on Contently’s The Freelance Creative. In traditional journalism, diligent fact-checking is a given. This type of work is not journalism, strictly speaking. I also ensure I’m citing studies accurately and attributing quotes from interviews to the right people.

Content Marketing 144

Content Marketing Marketing Viral Study 144

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 30, 2018

One of the best ways is to stay on top of key PR industry blogs as well as more general sites that offer a fresh take on business, creativity, and content. For a better understanding of the mechanics of PR, from creating media pitches that work to delivering a well-crafted results report, no one does it better than the Cision Blog.

Blogging 170

Blogging Writing Creativity Storytelling 170

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? Why so many disciplines?

Marketing 244

Marketing Facebook Social Media Community 244

Communications Conversations

MARCH 29, 2019

Last week, I shared my news that I’ll be teaching social media at the University of St. 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!). Now, she’s crushing it at Best Buy in social media marketing.

Social Media 128

Social Media Agriculture Marketing Media 128

MaccaPR

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Beyond the exodus of brands, many major media outlets such as TechCrunch, The Wall Street Journal and Gizmodo announced they wouldn’t be sending any of their journalists in person and would be instead conduct all interviews virtually. There’s always a creative solution. the reporters likes to schedule interviews through?

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Conference Trade Shows Brand Branding 62

Karen Freberg

OCTOBER 17, 2021

It was the part of their study that interviewed PR senior scholars. My Mom was really, really surprised they had *no* research or citations to the work that had been done previously (and been cited and discussed in journals and in the popular press) at all. Those who were interviewed had their names listed publicly.

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Study Journalism Interviews Conference 111

Solo PR Pro

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Bob Spoerl has been ingrained in the media industry for about a decade, starting first as a journalist before transitioning to “the dark side” as a PR professional a few months into his professional career. I remember I was this close to interviewing Barack Obama when he was a state senator,” Bob recalls. “I

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Meeting Journalism Interviews Employee 100

PRSay

MAY 23, 2018

Trade media, on the other hand, is targeted to a specific industry, profession, trade or business. Because trade media editors and journalists are typically subject-matter experts in their respective fields, articles tend to go into deeper detail than those in larger publications. Mention depth of content. Don’t overlook blogs.

Media Relations 135

Media Relations Publicity Media Blogging 135

Barokas

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Social media and influencer relations are taking a growing share of marcom budgets. Digital and interactive media have largely displaced print. Fundamentals like creative collaboration, grassroots ideas, great storytelling, smart planning, are as important today as they have ever been. PR people outnumber reporters six to one.

Strategy 78

Strategy Media Storytelling Pinterest 78

wiredPRworks

APRIL 20, 2022

Fifteen years ago, David’s ideas seemed radical, creative, and wonderful. Organizations have learned to win by developing what David calls a “Fanocracy” – (the subject of his Wall Street Journal bestseller) – tapping into the mindset that relationships with customers are more important than the products they sell to them.

Marketing 118

Marketing Social Media Trends Instagram 118

Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 23, 2016

I’ll sit in on keynotes and sessions to get the updates on pressing topics including measurement, diversity in communications, data and creative storytelling, etc. Book Reviews / Journal Research. For example, new books on PR, social media, strategic planning, influencers, etc., are published every year by your peers.

Skype 150

Skype Industry Storytelling Interviews 150

Cision

APRIL 26, 2016

In this interview, Ashley discusses how to best leverage data and analytics, establish specific objectives for your communication strategy and be creative and take risks with your public relations efforts. That said, I think brands can still stand out, but it takes more creativity and getting out of their comfort zones.

Telecommunications 120

Telecommunications Public Affairs Newspapers Transportation 120

Cision

JUNE 25, 2015

Share on social media. If you do nothing else to leverage new press, do ensure you amplify the news on social media. Click here for your free “10 Media Pitching Do’s and Don’ts” tip sheet now! If it was a major interview, consider a behind-the-scenes look about how the coverage came to be.

LinkedIn 120

LinkedIn Pitching Interviews Journalism 120

Cision

MARCH 17, 2017

I discovered public relations while pursuing my master’s degree in Communication (spurred by my undergrad focus in Media Studies). I instantly appreciated the mix of business strategy, creative ideation and writing that made up those classes; they were theoretical and practical. How do you leverage each differently?

Fashion 227

Fashion Travel Interviews Instagram 227

wiredPRworks

JANUARY 13, 2022

Scott Love, host of The Rainmaking Podcast, interviews Barbara Rozgonyi, host of Growing Social Now. Thanks so much to Scott for this interview about how to crush sales quotas in 2022. Barbara Rozgonyi leads CoryWest Media, a creative marketing communication consultancy that attracts attention, builds brands, and connects communities.

Strategy 52

Strategy Training Insurance Insurance 52

Landis PR

JANUARY 18, 2023

Some studies have found that AI can be effective in automating certain tasks, such as content creation and media outreach, and can help PR professionals to better understand the effectiveness of their efforts through data analysis. Yet it’s an interview dodge worthy of a real-life PR pro. What does this mean for social media?

Education 52

Education Training Technology Journalism 52

Cision

MARCH 15, 2016

If your brand isn’t getting any media coverage, you’re missing out on opportunities to connect with your audience. 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. Struggling to gain media coverage?

Creativity 120

Creativity Conference Media Relations Government 120

Cision

APRIL 12, 2016

Pushing products in your pitches won’t gain you any media coverage. In this interview, Adriana discusses the nuances of promoting media brands, the evolving role of social media in media relations and how to adapt your public relations strategy to the changing media landscape.

Fashion 120

Fashion Pitching Journalism Social Media 120

Landis PR

MAY 31, 2022

We at Landis would like to welcome our new peers in communications, journalism and public relations. The first is an understanding of how the media, and by extension, the public, perceive your client and their industry. When interviewing for a job, investigate the company online and find out who will be interviewing you in advance.

Communications 52

Communications Software Interviews Journalism 52

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?

Social Media 227

Social Media Newspapers Reputation Community 227

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

I know PR professionals with degrees in journalism, mass media, English, business communication, marketing, sports and more. I was out of school and had several years of experience as an executive assistant, including a stint as the admin for a publicly traded company’s investor and media relations director.

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Agency Energy Crisis Management Industry 89