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Leadership: Humility as Antidote to Arrogance

Deirdre Breakenridge

A Guest Post By Helio Fred Garcia, President, Logos Consulting Group. Arrogance is a particularly toxic element of leadership. Not arrogance as a high opinion of one’s ability, but a particularly pernicious form of arrogance: a sense of entitlement; an inability to see others as worthy of respect and dignity; a failure of empathy. We saw ample evidence of this kind of arrogance in the past year, in business, in entertainment, in politics, and in other walks of life.

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AirPR Interview Series: Mark Delcorps of Overstock.com

Onclusive

Senior PR Engineer Kelly Byrd interviewed her customer Mark Delcorps of Overstock.com on how he and his team and company are using AirPR data to help them drive, maintain and replicate business impact. K: Full plate! How does the Overstock PR team fit into the organization? M : As far as our organizational structure we are part of the marketing department.

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How To Get A Running Start With Your PR Agency

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

The best public relations partnerships are client-agency collaborations that involve a serious time commitment on both sides. Most clients know this and they have great intentions when they embark upon a relationship with a PR firm. But what if the client has limited time to invest with the agency team? Or if it lacks experienced staff to manage the agency effort?

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The Marketing Strategy behind the New York Knicks

Ronn Torossian

Defining a Winning Marketing Strategy NY Knicks Style. In sports, often the winning marketing strategy is tied to a winning season. But the New York Knicks have not let the team’s lack of success on the courts impact their winning marketing efforts. Part of that is, of course, having a very loyal fan base, but keeping the fans when the team is going through tough times, means someone is doing a bang-up marketing effort too.

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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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Gini Dietrich: Six Tips for Pitching Journalists and Bloggers

Prowly

It's 2018 and communicators, SEO experts, marketers, and content creators still haven't figured out how to effectively pitch media and bloggers—and get results. Are you ready to change it? The post Gini Dietrich: Six Tips for Pitching Journalists and Bloggers appeared first on Prowly Magazine.

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Tech PR Tips To Pitch Media Like A Boss

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Media relations is typically a key part of a good technology PR program. One thing entrepreneur-led startups and enterprise technology businesses have in common is a desire to generate positive earned media coverage in widely read publications from TechCrunch to BloombergBusinessWeek. Here are our best tips for maximizing public relations success for tech clients, straight from our Tech Practice leader Chris Harihar.

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Staying Fit in the Office: How to Workout at your Desk

Ronn Torossian

If you work in an office or at a desk, you know that sometimes the days are long and likely there have been more than one or two days recently when you didn’t leave for lunch, maybe only getting up once or twice for the needed trips to the sandbox. Yep, you’re almost chained to that dang thing! Well, that doesn’t mean you have to turn into another lump beside your lumpy desk!

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Tips For Being A Kick-@$$ PR Intern

Shift Communications

Your polished resume may be a thing of beauty, but is your resume more than a pretty face? While academic experience is invaluable, in today’s job market, it is important that it’s coupled with real work experience. That combination will help you to stand out as a job candidate. Securing an internship is a huge accomplishment for your academic and professional career.

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Why The New York Times Shouldn’t Always Be Your Media Relations Target

PRSay

I hear it all the time. Not directly from the PR pros I serve, but indirectly – when those pros pass along their bosses’ or clients’ most consistent request: “We need to be in The New York Times.”. So I wasn’t surprised when I was fielding questions about media relations at a so-called “Ask the Expert” session that this query came up: “Bottom line, how do I get my client in The New York Times ?”.

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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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8 great ways to show reporters some love

Garrett Public Relations

Ah, yes, it’s February and you know what that means? Valentine’s Day. Time to show some love to those around you. If you work with reporters–a key piece of an effective PR effort–why not take advantage of the opportunity by showing them some love? After all, they often express their displeasure at receiving media pitches […]. The post 8 great ways to show reporters some love appeared first on PR Consultant Garrett Public Relations Columbus/Worthington OH.

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Scandal Can Destroy a Charitable Organization

Ronn Torossian

It should not come as a surprise to any organization, charitable or otherwise, that a scandal about the leaders, especially how they have used funds inappropriately, can have a powerfully negative impact on the organization. If people feel their donations have been used by leaders or the organization in a way that doesn’t benefit the people or cause at the center of the charity, they’ll feel betrayed and yank their support out from under the organization without delay.

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6 ways to build a great mobile newsroom

Presspage

Organizations are increasingly aware that newsrooms must be like the news media they are designed for, delivering great content. Yet as the mobile revolution takes hold, it is no longer wise to think primarily about desktop users when designing a newsroom. Mobile use is skyrocketing, and beginning this year, Google will move to mobile-first indexing when it ranks results, as opposed to the desktop-first it currently employs, says Jared Hoffmann digital content editor at Children’s Mercy Ka

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A Unique Present for Myself and My Career

PRSay

Three days before Christmas, I gave myself an exciting career present: I took the Examination for Accreditation in Public Relations and passed, earning my Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) certification. The end of a year-long study and learning process had come to a conclusion. For the uninitiated, APR is an independent designation for strategic communications professionals nationwide.

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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 win in the game of media relations

Axia PR

Be the company that journalists want on their team to gain positive news coverage. You want to increase media coverage for your company, yet you’re afraid or reluctant to share specific details, such as sales, revenue, contract value, client names, costs, etc. Your fear is understandable, as you have to worry about maintaining an edge over your competitors and keeping control of your information.

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Not Having an Answer is Okay

Ronn Torossian

But never getting to the answer isn’t. Asking for help is also a sign of strength rather than weakness. Do you show that in your choices as a leader? Most people don’t want to ask for help or to admit that we don’t know the answer or how to do something. Interestingly, though, most of us also love being asked for help and to show the things we’ve learned during our life.

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Medical recruiter uses social media newsroom as central hub for communicating with multiple audiences

Presspage

Formed in 2002, ID Medical works with over 90% of NHS trusts, in addition to private medical organisations. Their recruitment offering spans doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals. Headquartered in Milton Keynes, the ID Medical helps healthcare organisations across the UK find the staff they need to provide the best possible care to their patients.

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Business Travel Tips for PR Pros

Shift Communications

For many of us in the PR agency business, travel can come in waves and totally upend your routine. With conference season upon us, the Mobile World Congress and HIMSS-bound communications pros will be on buses, trains and planes over the next few months. I have been riding that wave over the past several months with some short-notice trips and have learned quite the mishmash of new things.

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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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Young Olympians carry torch for a brighter future

Steve Barrett on PR

Brands are just one of the entities that can benefit from the strength and idealism demonstrated by young people ranging from snowboarder Chloe Kim to the students of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida.

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Do the Olympics have an “American” problem?

Ronn Torossian

The Winter Olympics kicked off in Pyeongchang this week, and there’s no doubt the world was watching… for a lot of different reasons. But, looking into the stands, there was a definite disparity. Relatively few Americans made the trip. Travel experts and other prognosticators are blaming high travel costs, few hotels, and, of course, the less than cordial relationship Washington DC has with North Korea.

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How Authentic Influencer Relationships Create Remarkable PR

Beyond PR

In today’s rapidly evolving marketing world, it’s necessary to promote products in different ways beyond what worked in the past. That’s where influencers come in. They’re notable people who use products and services and spread the word about them to their growing audiences. . However, influencers are not endorsers like the celebrities who appear in commercials for hair dye, foods and more.

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Facebook View Metrics Decline Suddenly

Shift Communications

Late last week and over the weekend, Facebook brand managers started noticing something: post reach/viewability dropped like a rock. In a statement to the various marketing publications, Facebook announced that it was changing how its measurement algorithm calculated post views to match how it calculates ad views. The change now means that a post has to be seen in order to count as part of the viewed/reach number.

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5WPR Consumer Culture Report 2024

5WPR’s fifth annual Consumer Culture report takes a look at consumer spending culture, the biggest influences behind buying behaviors, and emerging trends.

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The Aesthetics of Text: Writing Readable Blog Posts

Sword and the Script

When we think of aesthetics in content, we typically think of graphics and images meant to complement or illustrate the text. Although visuals are important, the aesthetics of the text itself can influence how many people consume content and how long they spend engaged with it. What you say is as important as how you say it – this also extends to the formatting of text on a page.

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Is it still “cool” to work for a Fortune 500 company?

Communications Conversations

I graduated from college in 1996. And I remember thinking when I graduated how cool it would be to work for either General Mills or Best Buy–two of the bigger Minnesota-based companies at the time. As I joined the workforce, I remember talking to agency folks, and the singular mantra seemed to be how cool it was to work with Fortune 500 companies like Coca-Cola, Ford Motor Company and Johnson & Johnson.

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The Power of the African-American Audience

Beyond PR

When crafting campaigns, brands often have reaching various language groups on their radar. Communications professionals are aware of the importance of targeting, for example, the considerable number of Hispanics who prefer to consume media in Spanish. But what about African Americans? Is there a reason to specifically target this community? The fact is companies that ignore African Americans risk missing out on an increasingly affluent, well-educated and well-connected group of consumers.

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#MediaMonday — Jody Jackson

HMA Public Relations

I had the chance to meet Jody Jackson a few times before and during the recent Diamondbacks Fantasy Camp. I also had the opportunity to locker […]. The post #MediaMonday — Jody Jackson appeared first on HMA Public Relations.

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What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?

Navigating the waters of sustainability reporting disclosures and regulations can be intimidating, to say the least. With various measures set in motion in 2023 to keep companies accountable, there is a lot in store for brands’ impact communication in the upcoming year. 3BL is kicking off this January with our Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Capricorn Edition by highlighting the impact of: The U.S Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Climate disclosure rules The European Commission

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3 tips for promoting infographics on social media

Axia PR

An infographic is a way to present information or data visually with an image. To begin, decide the information you want to include in your infographic, where it will live (e.g., on your website) and where you’ll promote it. Then, send the copy you’ve created to a peer or a copy editor to proofread your work. Once the copy is ready, send it to a designer, or you can use a site like Canva or PicMonkey to create the infographic yourself.

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Abraham Lincoln First Technology President

wiredPRworks

Today is Abraham Lincoln’s 209th birthday. Did you know Abraham Lincoln was the first technology president ? In 2017, we were lucky enough to visit both the Lincoln Memorial in DC and the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield, Illinois. Growing up in Danville, Illinois my home was only a few blocks from the office of President Lincoln’s law partner, Ward Hill Lamon.

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Social Media, Personal Branding, and Advice for Students: An afternoon w/ Jason Falls

Karen Freberg

One of my favorite people in social media came to class. Jason Falls, who I have known for years, is truly one of the best. He’s not only a great author, professional, and speaker, but amazing person. To this day, I remember what he did a few years ago in helping me get back to Louisville in time to make an overseas business trip five years ago.