Sword and the Script

JUNE 9, 2020

75% of PR and comms pros say media relations is getting harder – up 25% over three years; here are some practical techniques for adapting A majority of public relations and communications professionals say media relations keeps getting harder. Media relations isn’t sales. Send it around internally.

Media Relations 110

Media Relations Media Survey Pitching 110

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Whether it’s true love or love-hate, our leadership encourages its use for first drafts of written content, research synthesis, rote reports, and more. A co-dependent relationship with media tools Media relations tools like Muck Rack and Qwoted have become indispensable to PR teams as technology evolves.

Data-Driven PR 212

Data-Driven PR Tools Training Data 212

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. Thought leadership events. An excellent way to create quality content and gain exposure for a trendsetting company is a thought leadership event. Long-form content.

Media Relations 120

Media Relations Agency Media Training Training 120

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. Executive Thought Leadership. Data Journalism.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

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.

Agency 156

Agency Communications B2C Creativity 156

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. Listening to your colleagues in internal discussions is also a way to get a better understanding of the industry you’re in, your clients and your company.

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Internal International Meeting Leadership 310

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 15, 2021

On the positive side, something the client has overlooked or takes for granted could be useful information for media relations or storytelling. On the other hand, if there’s an internal problem, the agency needs to know about it and to prepare for any negative impact. In media relations, timing is everything.

Agency 310

Agency Measurement Meeting Reputation 310

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 2, 2022

In B2B PR , we’re always looking for ways to promote client stories, often through interviews with members of their senior leadership team. Podcasts are naturally part of that mix; they’re a great way to secure thought leadership opportunities, and they’re growing in popularity. In 2022, the number of monthly U.S.

Pitching 350

Pitching Interviews B2B Leadership 350

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 14, 2021

In many cases they support a path to a market leadership position. Awards in particular can be great ways to generate a morale boost for both leadership and staff. Create a leadership positioning. It’s a long-term proposition that sets them up for market leadership. Here’s how it works. Influence buyer decisions.

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B2B Company Case Study Conference 334

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. FIR Network).

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Survey Communications Measurement Internal 129

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 17, 2021

I’ve spent the past few weeks breaking down the survey results from the 2021 JOTW Strategic Communications Survey ( overview , challenges and the media relations struggle ). Read more: Propel Media Barometer for Q2 2021 by Propel. Top challenges in internal communications. The Gray Area of Communicating a Point of View.

Creativity 95

Creativity Study Ethics Publicity 95

Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 4, 2017

” Which is why a recent PRWeek article quoting WE’s “president of international” (yes, this is actually his title) saw my jaw hit the floor in record time. “Stick to the sensibilities of earned media.” “Stick to the sensibilities of earned media.” ” JC, Alan.

Internal 43

Internal International YouTube Nonprofit 43

Stephen Waddington

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

The Institute for Public Relations and PR NEWS have published a study of corporate communication teams and their contribution to organisations. The Evolving Communication Function reports that the strength of internal relationships and reporting lines are the greatest indicator of the performance of a corporate communication team.

Corporate 135

Corporate Communications Public Affairs Resources 135

Onclusive

APRIL 15, 2020

We believe that the current economic uncertainty and turbulence has opened up an unprecedented leadership opportunity for PR professionals, and we’re pleased to offer our expertise and recommendations to support you during this critical time. Airbnb + 23andMe: Achieving Success with the Heritage Travel Campaign.

Data-Driven PR 259

Data-Driven PR Measurement Data Travel 259

Onclusive

JANUARY 7, 2021

In many organizations, a major fragmentation exists between executive leadership and the communications function. Other stakeholder relations (investors, analysts, policy makers, society, etc.)

Communications 248

Communications Corporate Reputation Employee 248

Stern + Associates

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In 2024, we expect the in-person conference landscape to continue to rebound with many thought leadership “pillar” events retaking their position as the places for ideas to be shared and the future to be explored. And as always, these events make ideal venues for networking and relationship-building.

Trends 116

Trends Communications Conference Leadership 116

Agility PR Solutions

JANUARY 12, 2020

Corporate reputation, and how external and internal stakeholders perceive companies and their leadership, are significantly influenced by media coverage.

Media Training 120

Media Training Training Print Media 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

An on-and-off approach to media relations and executive visibility will fall short. To support the ongoing operation of a PR program, a company needs an internal manager, C-level insights and participation, and a roadmap for a 12-month period. Does every startup need an outside agency?

Agency 205

Agency Pitching Internal International 205

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Most of all, we’re a strategic resource for internal and external clients. Prospective clients often tell us that their agency is hard-working, smart, and collegial, but that they simply don’t prioritize top-tier media coverage. As the power of digital and social media has soared, they see new opportunities.

SEO 227

SEO Agency Reputation Policies 227

wiredPRworks

MAY 13, 2022

How social media has evolved and why Allan thinks it’s going to get more difficult. The ongoing battle of content thought leadership, and brand journalism and how to win more. Allan Schoenberg is an experienced public relations executive with a successful track record in all aspects of business-to-business communications.

Social Media 52

Social Media Corporate Communications Media 52

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Goals, channels and metrics for internal comms. Internal communicators are striving to better inform employees – and improve engagement rates. That’s according to a survey of 250 internal comms pros conducted by Ragan in May 2022. Internal comms demand more focus. “62% Read more: Creativity in PR 2022 by PRovoke Media .

Survey 81

Survey Corporate Communications Financial 81

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 3, 2019

If a company’s leadership isn’t willing to commit to a PR program, it may be challenged from the start. Top-tier earned media articles are terrific, and they’re often a highlight of the research, relationships and media strategy that goes into a good media relations campaign. There’s no buy-in at the top .

SEO 178

SEO Storytelling Product Launch Measurement 178

Onclusive

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Here are the key elements of a well-rounded communications budget to consider: Team headcount and salaries Agency retainers, including media relations & crisis communications Owned media and contributed content development Technology tools, such as media monitoring, media database and internal communication platforms for employee engagement.

Resources 195

Resources Technology Data Tools 195

Onclusive

APRIL 15, 2020

We believe that the current economic uncertainty and turbulence has opened up an unprecedented leadership opportunity for PR professionals, and we’re pleased to offer our expertise and recommendations to support you during this critical time.

Data-Driven PR 195

Data-Driven PR Measurement Data Travel 195

Stern + Associates

JUNE 22, 2023

Corporate communication isn’t just a tool to roll out when a problem arises – it should be an integral part of an organization’s strategy , says Dartmouth Tuck School of Business Corporate Communication and Leadership Professor Paul A. An organization needs to have a clear strategy and be able to articulate that strategy,” he explains. “An

Strategy 62

Strategy Communications Crisis Communications Corporate 62

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 18, 2017

Ideally, the organization’s statement of its mission is still relevant to the business environment as well as internal audiences. Does the program require earned media to support a new product, or is executive thought leadership a key driver of business? Do a deep dive into internal resources. .

Exercises 136

Exercises Comparison Internal International 136

Critical Mention

AUGUST 7, 2020

NEW YORK — Critical Mention, the leading earned media platform, has announced the promotion of Vishal Padhye to Chief Technology Officer. The product roadmap includes major additions to the platform’s analytics capabilities, additional content sets and expansion of international coverage. .

Technology 125

Technology Television Analytics Radio 125

PRSay

AUGUST 30, 2022

Responding recently to internal rumors about “massive job cuts,” Jim Farley, the company’s CEO, confirmed in an internal video that job reductions were indeed coming. Tonal, a competitor to exercise-equipment company Peloton, used an internal memo to announce job losses at the company. He urged employees to stay focused.

Employee 86

Employee Real Estate Video Internal 86

Ethical Voices

OCTOBER 16, 2023

I also did communications for our vice president of product at the time, where I handle internal all-hands meetings and things like that. We are the liaison between the company and external media, do lots of crisis communications, media relations, and that’s where I am today.

Ethics 80

Ethics Data Crisis Apparel 80

Landis PR

JANUARY 5, 2023

There are certainly times when legal considerations make proactive communications difficult, but your comms leadership should still be at the decision-making table to inform your strategy – and certainly before issuing any public statement. Align internal and external communications. Again, see Twitter for how not to do it.).

Communications 52

Communications Airlines Internal International 52

Sword and the Script

JULY 13, 2021

Media relations is still difficult, political and social issues continue to add complexity to public communication and communicators are facing a plethora of priorities. Those who are responsible for both internal and external communications must be absolutely overwhelmed,” she wrote. The comms band aid. Mission confusion.

Communications 161

Communications Survey Education Leadership 161

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

PR practitioners use a variety of methods to get their message out, including press releases, media relations, social media, and more. What are some examples of public relations? Media relations: This involves building relationships with journalists and getting media coverage for an organization or individual.

Interviews 98

Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 98

Newsfile

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

PR professionals balance these media types to maximize brand exposure and credibility: Paid Media : Content promoted through advertising (e.g., Owned Media : Channels controlled by the organization (e.g., Earned Media : Coverage gained organically through media relations (e.g., What is Thought Leadership ?

Viral 52

Viral Crisis Communications SEO Reputation 52

Stephen Waddington

JULY 29, 2020

Valin has been at the forefront of best practice in PR internationally on topics including AI, ethics, and leadership throughout his career. Valin, working with a team of 17 international practitioners to benchmark tools against skills, found that 12% of PR skills can already be undertaken or significantly enhanced by artificial intelligence.

Tools 100

Tools Analysis Technology Internal 100

PRSay

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Today, she is the s enior PR manager of global media relations at Amazon. 16, she shared her international perspective to students in a session titled “Diverse Roots, Universal Impact: Humanizing Reputation and Crisis Communications.” With a career in law enforcement at the U.S.

Crisis Communications 122

Crisis Communications Crisis Communications Crisis Management 122

Onclusive

DECEMBER 17, 2018

The financing will fuel investment in engineering, data science and product development and accelerate the expansion of the company’s international footprint. Pereg Ventures, along with all three of the company’s largest existing institutional investors, Wildcat Ventures, Storm Ventures, and Correlation Ventures, participated in the round.

Analytics 150

Analytics Data Big Data Technology 150

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 11, 2017

Knowing the signs that lead to such a decision can help ensure a smooth transition from internal to external team. When considering an agency to handle reputation management and media relations for a company, consider these signs as indicators of the need to boost PR efforts. How to know when to bring in the PR professionals.

Company 136

Company Interviews Reputation Privacy 136