Solo PR Pro

JANUARY 11, 2021

5 solo PR pros share their predictions for the PR industry in 2021. Unfortunately, it took shut-downs, and seismic shifts of 2020 for many in the C-suite recognize the critical value of consistent communications to internal and external audiences. Here's to an illuminated 2021 and the future of our industry.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 10, 2016

Those seeking public relations services often pigeonhole it into media relations. Here are just a few: High-level media training. The post 6 Things Your PR Agency Can Do Beyond Media Relations appeared first on Crenshaw Communications.

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PRSay

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

When a mainstream news outlet allocates reporters, resources and publication space to an article on the travel industry nowadays, it’s often because a crisis is involved — whether it’s a passenger getting dragged off a flight or a 10-month-old French bulldog dying in an airplane overhead storage bin.

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The Hoffman Agency

AUGUST 21, 2023

During my first internship with the Women’s Collegiate Softball League as their media relations representative, I was able to garner several pieces of coverage for the league. The feelings of pride and happiness that I experienced after seeing the articles only further confirmed that I wanted to pursue public relations as a career.

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Onclusive

DECEMBER 14, 2021

This week, our blog series comparing top media monitoring and PR analytics software solutions, including Onclusive, Meltwater, Cision and Muck Rack, continues with an overview of media contact database, campaign management and reporting tools. Solutions for your media relations workflow.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

There’s real personal and professional value in tactics like keynote and panel speaking opportunities, contributed opinion content, thought leadership, and industry recognition. Additionally, specialist communicators are adept at spotting and synthesizing trends within a sector or industry.

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Solo PR Pro

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Department of Labor Bureau of Statistics just released data showing that there are six “public relations specialists” for every one reporter. While I’m happy to see the communication industry grow, I would like to see that growth because of an increase in the perceived value of our industry and respect for the talent it requires.

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Media Relations Communications How To Media 50

Deirdre Breakenridge

JULY 24, 2018

In 2014, Richard Bistrong , a former international sales executive, contacted me after he was released from prison. When he reached out, he asked if I would help him with his messaging for the media , work with him to navigate social media, and to rebuild his damaged reputation. I’ll share a little story with you.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Those can extend beyond personal connections to the professional tools and trends that have captured our hearts in the PR industry. A co-dependent relationship with media tools Media relations tools like Muck Rack and Qwoted have become indispensable to PR teams as technology evolves.

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Data-Driven PR Tools Training Data 212

Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

Independent audit Following a third-party audit of attendee information for CES 2024 conducted by the Alliance for Audited Media, attendance for the show grew 15% as the show – called “the world’s most powerful tech event” – also grew in importance as a venue for automotive and mobility suppliers. billion – which is a LOT of attention!

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Onclusive

JANUARY 25, 2019

Attending conferences can not only be an effective way to sharpen your skills, but can provide you with lots of networking with other PR and marketing pros navigating our evolving industry. International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) World Conference. Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) International Conference.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 18, 2021

Guest post by Crenshaw Communications intern, Jordan Farbowitz . As many PR agency teams know, our work can be highly specialized, particularly in B2B public relations. That’s why it’s especially important for PR people not only to understand the tech, but to follow the key media in the industry very closely.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Earned Media & Media Relations. In the old days, sending out press releases and then managing a Rolodex of media contacts could help PR pros to land earned media. Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix.

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Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

Bianchi Biz Blog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Based on our 30+ years of PR experience, many of those supporting automotive clients at CES, we’ve identified several key media relations facts, challenges your company could face and the opportunities that could potentially surround them: Even with millions of square feet of CES exhibit space, it goes fast.

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Technology Automotive Mobile Interviews 93

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Earned Media/Media Relations. Far from just managing a digital Rolodex, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix. Internal Communications. Media Training. Influencer Marketing & Blogger Relations .

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Sword and the Script

JULY 30, 2016

First, because the first draft is usually written like a news report and based on an interview with an internal expert with a big idea. It’s one of my media relations best practices, which is the theme for this week’s Unscripted Marketing links. Don’t dilute your social media accounts with off-subject messaging.

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Media Relations Media Pitching Writing 60

Critical Mention

OCTOBER 8, 2017

NEW YORK, OCTOBER 8, 2017 — Critical Mention integrates massive amount of international online news feed into its full-service media monitoring and measurement platform. This addition expands Critical Mention’s industry-leading content set to include millions of new sources that clients can search and be alerted in real-time.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 8, 2021

According to Glassdoor, the average interview process from first contact to a possible offer can last up to 23 days – varying of course based on the industry. Are you a strong writer, social media whiz or maybe have a special touch when it comes to media relations? Or even frustrating.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 13, 2022

Industry events. And the biggest of these events – like the Cannes Advertising Festival, the Consumer Electronics Show, or the E3 Expo, attract equally high-profile media. Here are some tips to both landing media interviews and making sure they’re successful. The bread and butter of B2B PR ? Don’t take them lightly.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

While nothing’s easy, the companies we work with are high-growth businesses, and in many cases, leaders in their industries. Our goal is to work with companies as an extension of their internal marketing team, and hitting those milestones together makes all the difference. . Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Crenshaw Communications!

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Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

I balance a lot of hats internally and externally but it’s a challenge and I enjoy learning each day. We have publications, events and products in the financial services, property & casualty insurance, benefits, consulting and real estate industries, all of which have their different PR objectives and information that I can pitch.

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Media Relations Media Insurance Insurance 68

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 3, 2021

But with many companies doing business internationally it’s smart to look outside our own media market for openings. PR pros and comms teams should consider developments in relevant international regions as a way to expand thought leadership for company executives. Broaden the narrative.

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Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Earned Media & Media Relations In the old days, sending out press releases and then managing a Rolodex of media contacts could help PR pros to land earned media. Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix.

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Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 195

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 1, 2022

” In open-ended comments, respondents cite digital, internal comms and a greater focus on comms by leadership as among the underlying reasons. Some of those comments include the following: “Significantly more related to internal comms and recruiting.”. A mix of internal and external resources. It’s hard to predict.”

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Of course, it stemmed from an error I made as a fresh faced intern. I had inadvertently included the wrong media story in a daily monitoring report for our client. In our industry, specifically within the Ad Tech sector, it’s easy to get carried away in the jargon of it all. Chris Harihar , Partner .

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5W PR

OCTOBER 9, 2023

However, effectively engaging in international public relations requires a strategic approach that considers cultural nuances, local preferences, and diverse media landscapes. Crafting global PR strategies tailored to cosmetics brands is essential to succeed in the competitive global beauty industry.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 3, 2021

Guest post by Crenshaw Communications intern, Jordan Farbowitz . Being an intern at a top New York PR agency has exposed me to many things I hadn’t experienced before. In PR, we use it to describe the industries that serve and the media sectors we reach on behalf of client organizations. Get Sarah McLachlan to film a PSA!

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

I didn’t get into the public relations and communications industry through a traditional career route. Agencies are usually structured as teams specializing in specific industries, outlets or channels. Whereas the not-so-young new professionals often have experience that translates to the public relations industry.

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Stern + Associates

JANUARY 29, 2024

Ad spending – the historic lifeblood of mainstream media – has plummeted as people spend more time on social media platforms where advertisers can reach them directly. Local media has been eviscerated, and now many iconic national and global outlets are hurting badly.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Crenshaw Communications, with its expertise in serving high-growth technology businesses as well as select lifestyle brands, brings a wealth of experience in strategic PR and media relations to the Mod Op portfolio. ” Crenshaw Communications marks Mod Op’s fourth acquisition this year and its eighth in the past five years.

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The Hoffman Agency

APRIL 19, 2024

The offer to intern at The Hoffman Agency came at the perfect time. While the B2B tech PR world is an industry that’s relatively new to me, I was certainly no stranger to Hoffman during my time at the University of Oregon (UO). Finding time to intern at Hoffman during school would’ve been ideal.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 14, 2021

Some companies in the B2B tech space who have just begun to use strategic public relations may not be know the full value that conference speaking engagements and industry awards offer. In many cases they support a path to a market leadership position. For more on how PR turns prospects into customers , see our earlier post.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2023

I’m Seth Clevenger, managing editor for features at Transport Topics , a weekly newspaper and multimedia outlet dedicated to covering trucking and the freight transportation industry. One of my core responsibilities is producing TT’s annual Top 100 lists of the industry’s largest trucking and logistics companies.

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5W PR

AUGUST 23, 2023

PR specialists build relationships with journalists, bloggers, and influencers to secure media placements and handle crisis communication when necessary. Media relations manager Media relations managers focus on cultivating relationships with media outlets to ensure positive coverage for their organization or clients.

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Onclusive

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

A successful communications strategy is the driving force behind building trust among all of your stakeholders, enhancing your corporate reputation and establishing your company as a leader in your industry. Here is our recommendation on what to look for in a PR agency: Significant focus and expertise in your industry (e.g.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JULY 21, 2022

As such, it’s important for exhibitors – especially the vehicle technology providers and automotive mobility suppliers we serve – to fully understand the media landscape of this massive event to ensure success, set realistic targets and appropriately manage executive expectations about media attention you may or may not garner at the show.

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Sword and the Script

APRIL 30, 2019

Vocus owned or acquired brands like PRWeb, Help A Reporter Out (HARO), iContact, and several lesser-known social media technologies. Third, as a PR agency owner that specializes in B2B technology, I simply have an interest in keeping tabs on the ways technology is transforming my industry. Image credits: Pixabay and G2 Crowd.

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