July, 2015

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Book Review: Becoming Ginger Rogers By Patrice Tanaka

Deirdre Breakenridge

I mentioned in a post earlier this year, how I enjoy reading different types of books from business books to fiction and memoirs. For me, reading is one of the best ways to get through my own writer’s block (yes, it happens to everyone), while you lose yourself in a great story along the way. Drawing from the category of memoirs, which is a new favorite of mine, here is my review of one book that tops my summer reading list: Becoming Ginger Rogers , How Ballroom Dancing Made Me a Happier Woman,

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8 Elements To Transform Your Press Page Into A Newsroom

Onclusive

During a recent PR Council webinar Marissa Aydlett, Chief Marketing Officer at Appboy, challenged businesses to think like marketers, but operate like a newsroom. After reflecting on the insights Marissa provided on how to go about this (which you can hear by streaming video from 10:35-12:30 and 27:44-31:22), I got to thinking about other areas […].

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How Belonging Builds Better Teams

Ronn Torossian

If you are interested in finding out exactly how successful you can be with the team you have, there are a few foundational conditions that have to be met. Create the right environment, and you will achieve milestones. Keep trying to force production in the wrong environment, and you can expect a [.]. The post How Belonging Builds Better Teams appeared first on Ronn Torossian 5WPR Founders Blog.

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MediaPulse | A Weekly Media Round-Up

Cision

Here are some media industry stories we’re following this week: The Big News: Bobbi “Krissy” Brown passes away at age 22 ( USA Today ); Internet reacts to death of Cecil the Lion ( Adage ); No pardon for Snowden ( Esquire ); Former Virginia Governor Jim Gilmore announces run for president ( Breitbart ); Acclaimed crime author Ann Rule passes away ( seattlePI.com ).

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Peter H. Paulsen’s Inspiring Tale Continues to Resonate in 2024

Two years after its initial release, Peter H. Paulsen’s book, From Brick and Mortar to Prosperity, continues to inspire readers around the globe.

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Want media coverage? Tell a better story

ReimaginePR

Your project is your child. And like every parent, you think it’s special, and that everyone should love it like you do. Including media. The hard reality is, media will never love your “baby” like you do. In fact, they can barely stand most other people’s children. They spend their lives forced to look at baby pictures (pitches) of people they don’t know or worse, can’t stand.

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Book Review: Becoming Ginger Rogers By Patrice Tanaka

Deirdre Breakenridge

I mentioned in a post earlier this year, how I enjoy reading different types of books from business books to fiction and memoirs. For me, reading is one of the best ways to get through my own writer’s block (yes, it happens to everyone), while you lose yourself in a great story along the way. Drawing from the category of memoirs, which is a new favorite of mine, here is my review of one book that tops my summer reading list: Becoming Ginger Rogers , How Ballroom Dancing Made Me a Happier Woman,

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Marketing + PR = Happy Customers

Onclusive

As part of her contribution to the PR Council’s PR Genome Education Series, our brilliant Chief Strategy Officer (Rebekah Iliff) recently engaged a panel of communication heavy weights to discuss how Marketing and PR should work together to reach customers. Needless to say the conversation was illuminating. Not only did Rebekah cull together some of […].

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Winning In Public Relations With The New News

Ronn Torossian

With the advent of news on mobile devices, the public relations industry as a whole shrugged. Then they started hemorrhaging money left and right. Pundits and prognosticators weighed in, predicting DOOM for the Traditional Media. New media, they presumed, was king. People didn’t want Old Media anymore when they could get it on [.]. The post Winning In Public Relations With The New News appeared first on Ronn Torossian 5WPR Founders Blog.

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How to Recover From a Brand Crisis

Cision

Crises happen to every brand, no matter how big or small they are. Verticals don’t matter; a B2B brand is just as likely as a B2C or nonprofit to face a crisis at some point. When one happens to your brand, will you recover? You can, but it’ll require preparation and planning. Establish a crisis communication plan now rather than later. According to Burston-Marstellar , the brands that recoup and recover the fastest are the ones with well-documented policies.

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Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?

Whether your organization is at the start of its sustainability and impact journey or years into it, many brands share a common concern: the uncertainty of whether they are sending stakeholders mixed messages. Creating content that speaks to your audience's “love language” can be a tricky dance. But, worry not! 3BL has put together tips to ensure that your content not only finds its rhythm but also resonates with your target audiences.

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Brand Story We Love: David Peck

ReimaginePR

Here’s something you don’t hear very often… “He’s a gifted public speaker, a talented university and college lecturer, a social entrepreneur… and an award winning magician.” Yup. An award winning magician… Ladies and gentlemen, say hello to David Peck of SoChange. And there’s more: David Peck has not only made a name for himself in the field of social justice (when it comes to issues of social justice, he is one of the most passionate people I have ever met on the subject) he’s also a film

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3 Pillars of Success in Digital Marketing

The Proactive Report

The 2015 State of Digital Marketing report by Smart Insights says that to succeed in this field you need three pillars: Digital Strategy: According to this report 50% of companies have no digital marketing strategy at all. This is indeed the first step – without a strategy you are flying blind. And without a strategy you’re unlikely to be producing the quality content that your site visitors value.

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#PRStudChat August Anniversary Discussion: Celebrating Six Years of PR Learning & Career Readiness

Deirdre Breakenridge

It may be August, but at #PRStudChat, we are feeling like its New Year’s Eve. So we’re ready to celebrate and look forward to some really exciting things that are happening in the collegiate PR world. Three reasons are cause for celebration: First, it’s time to raise the digital roof as #PRStudChat celebrates our 6 th anniversary! Our community continues to grow and we want to celebrate the dedicated students, professionals and educators who have supported PR learning these past six years.

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Sales tips that can also improve your dating life

Onclusive

Raise your hand if you’ve ever done one (or all) of the following: 1) Paced back and forth in front of the telephone, waiting for it to ring (remember land lines?) 2) Starred down your iPhone, willing that text notification to pop-up 3) Incessantly refreshed your email hoping to see Inbox (1) Follow-up question, did […].

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Adapting to the Future: The Evolving Role of Crisis Management Firms in a Rapidly Changing World

As the Internet continues to grow and change, the role of Online Crisis Management firms is evolving. This article explores how these firms are adapting to the new topography of Online Crisis Management. Through interviews with industry experts and case studies, we uncover the key strategies and tactics that are driving success in this dynamic field.

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How to Repurpose a Press Release

Rock the Status Quo

What is the difference between repurposed content and copied content? How can PR pros make use of it to expand coverage? What are a few ways to repurpose a press release? These were just a few of the topics we touched on during a recent #PRprochat Twitter chat – let me go into a little more detail. This post appeared first on Rock The Status Quo and is written by Carrie Morgan.

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Become a Podcaster Master: Q&A With Kerry O’Shea Gorgone

Cision

With more ways of communicating instantly and globally than ever before, everyone to have a voice. But how can you be heard by your target audience when they’re always on the go? Podcasts are an ideal communication medium for brands hoping to build awareness and value. All your audience has to do is plug in a pair of headphones and listen to what you have to say.

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Expectations for Media Relations Professionals

ISEBOX

Media relations professionals are the primary line of communication between your organization and the media – and, by extension, your customers. A PR team has a significant amount of responsibility as far as preparation of press materials, kits and other forms of content. These publications are the basis of your brand and they must be developed with a goal to outreach journalists and media reps.

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Liquid Content Strategy – An old Idea gets life

The Proactive Report

In a recent post Mark Schaefer talked about the need for a “liquid” content strategy. “For the first time in history, our marketing strategy is dictated by the channels and platforms, instead of the other way around. We did our research, crafted a message and went to work. The marketers were in charge. But today it is profoundly more complex.

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Communicating During a Crisis & Navigating the Chaos

Speaker: Shawna Bruce, Director of M.D. Bruce & Associates Ltd.

Are you ready to face the unexpected? When the stakes are high and the pressure is on, there's no time to waste - you must be prepared to communicate clearly and confidently. In today's unpredictable world, mastering the art of crisis communication is a must-have skill for any public relations professional. Whether you're facing a weather disaster, a cyber attack, or a PR nightmare, knowing how to craft a clear and compelling message can mean the difference between chaos and calm, confusion and

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#PRStudChat August Anniversary Discussion: Celebrating Six Years of PR Learning & Career Readiness

Deirdre Breakenridge

It may be August, but at #PRStudChat, we are feeling like its New Year’s Eve. So we’re ready to celebrate and look forward to some really exciting things that are happening in the collegiate PR world. Three reasons are cause for celebration: First, it’s time to raise the digital roof as #PRStudChat celebrates our 6 th anniversary! Our community continues to grow and we want to celebrate the dedicated students, professionals and educators who have supported PR learning these past six years.

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10 Ways PR Can Leverage LinkedIn

Onclusive

A few weeks ago I conducted an exclusive interview with two of LinkedIn’s leading tech ladies, Sarah Clatterbuck and Erica Lockheimer, alongside PR Manager Kenly Walker. We talked about everything from how to ensure your LinkedIn connections aren’t aware of your stalking habits, to how the company’s “women in tech” initiatives are setting an example […].

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Want to Build Trust Online? Don’t Neglect Customer Reviews.

Rock the Status Quo

Reviews matter, yet so many companies let them grow by default and inattention, rather than a focused effort – rarely monitoring what is being said unless a crisis flares up, grabbing everyone’s attention like firecrackers lit inside a public library. Most restaurants and retail businesses make an effort – smart ones realizing just how much new business they fuel – but monitoring is slim-to-nonexistent for many other types of businesses and there’s no effort made to

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Facebook’s New “See First” Feature Gives Consumers Control, Challenges Brands

Cision

Facebook is at it again. The social network has introduced another update, this time giving users’ more control over what they see in their News Feed. The new feature, called “See First,” allows users to prioritize friends and pages, choosing to show their posts in their news feed above others. While users may rejoice over the new update, brands need to adjust their social strategy to adapt to the change.

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Discover the Actionable Habits of the World’s Best Strategic Communicators

Communication professionals can sometimes face difficult questions from internal stakeholders about the impact of their PR marketing initiatives. We know that nearly half of these professional say they need help with turning their PR data into actionable insights; and at least 20% don’t think they can measure their campaigns at all—but what if we told you all these obstacles can be easily combatted if you implement a few key habits.

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Flack's Revenge - Untitled Article

Flack's Revenge

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How to Make Online Videos Work for You

The Proactive Report

By Cokey Falkow. With all the marketing noise out there it is not surprising that CFO’s and CMO’s are trying to make sure that the money spent on any marketing is getting results. There is a lot of buzz about online video and that is because studies show that they get results. Marketing Profs say that 70% of marketing professionals report that video converts better than any other medium.

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Social Media for Consumer vs. B2B: Three Fundamental Differences

Deirdre Breakenridge

A Guest Post By Jason Sprenger, President & Founder, Game Changer Communications . As with any other tactic in our PR arsenal, social media can help us make waves for our clients. Most of the work I’ve seen profiled in best practices, case studies, award entries, panel discussions and other channels has been consumer-facing – as in work done by companies or agencies to advance the agenda of a B2C company or a consumer product (Oreo, Dove or Skittles anyone?).

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PR Firms That Are I-N-D-E-P-E-N-D-E-N-T And Killin’ It

Onclusive

BOOM. CRACK. Sparkle, sparkle, sparkle. It’s the deafening jingle we all look forward to hearing the fourth day of the seventh month every year. While it seems the twinkling cacophony has become nothing more than a prompt for nationwide “oohs” and “ahhhs” — and incantations of “I think that’s the finale…oh wait, no, that’s the […].

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7 Ways to Deliver Groundbreaking Thought Leadership

Delivering Successful Thought Leadership Programs. In an increasingly crowded marketplace, a successful thought leadership program is a powerful tool to increase the profile of your brand. By developing compelling content that is authentic to your brand and offers something unique, you can become a trusted source and the ‘go-to’ expert in your field.

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Are Poor Media Lists Due to Inexperience or a Lack of Time?

Rock the Status Quo

This video is part of the #PRprochat video series, where we explore one question from the most recent #PRprochat Twitter chat, and dive into more detail. This week’s video is from the June chat, discussing if the blame for poor media lists lies with inexperience or lack of time, and what to do about it. This post appeared first on Rock The Status Quo and is written by Carrie Morgan.

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Waterhouse PR: Cision Cut Our Media Monitoring From Hours to Minutes

Cision

For PR firms, social media monitoring has become an essential part of a successful agency’s offering. But without the right tools, it’s impossible to scale media monitoring services as the business grows. Just ask Waterhouse Public Relations , the largest public relations firm in the Tennessee Valley. “Scrubbing through Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to find what was working for our clients and what people were talking about was a total time suck,” says Natalie Jenereski, a digital PR strategis

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Want to Repeat that Awesome Broadcast Hit? Here’s What NOT to Do.

Shift Communications

(Caution: This post contains lots of hockey references – apologies to non-sports fans). For many clients, broadcast coverage is the pinnacle of our PR efforts. For PR pros that means racking our brains for every possible angle to secure that valuable air time – both local and national. While I’m sure every pitch has a unique and interesting story to tell (at least I hope they do), the odds of success are just so small considering the strong competition you’re going up against every day.