Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 5, 2018

Media relations remains an important part of the execution of a public relations campaign alongside paid, shared and owned media. Much of the modern public relations business grew up out of media relations and publicity, rooted in storytelling and editorial engagement.

Media Relations 115

Media Relations Media Print Newspapers 115

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

On the bright side, a Muck Rack study shows PR expenditures may rise in some sectors, including travel and energy. In response to an absence of rigorous research on the topic, Harvard Business School’s Ranjay Gulati and Nitin Nohria ran an ambitious study of recessionary periods. The HBS study looked at the big picture.

Comparison 296

Comparison Advertising Advertising Reputation 296

Cision

AUGUST 23, 2016

A few years ago you probably could have gotten away with not using social media to listen to and interact with journalists and influencers; however, because it’s now so embedded in the news media’s everyday life, you risk missing out on coverage opportunities. That’s an increase from 2013 when 41 percent of respondents felt this way.

Journalism 120

Journalism Social Media Study Media 120

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.

Training 195

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 195

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.

Training 370

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

Cision

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

Many studies show that CSR initiatives have a positive impact on financial returns. Of course, causality is harder to demonstrate, but a study that used close votes on CSR proposals found evidence that companies that adopt socially responsible practices benefit over those that do not. A study published in 2014 found that of the U.S.

Media Relations 120

Media Relations Trends Media Corporate 120

Shift Communications

JULY 19, 2017

Thanks to Google Trends , we know interest in the term “shark attack” is set to increase drastically as searches for “shark week” do: According to The Florida Museum of Natural History’s International Shark Attack File, 2016 saw 84 unprovoked shark attacks, which is on par with the average 82 incidents a year. Media training.

Case Study 118

Case Study Crisis Management Crisis Study 118

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

There’s often the opportunity to package existing internal data, which can offer an opportunity for PR teams to convey expertise or make news. It’s a matter of identifying key findings, building a report or release, and planning media outreach to support key insights. Case studies. They can also be a key PR asset.

Content Marketing 309

Content Marketing Case Study Marketing Data 309

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 20, 2018

This week’s Unscripted Marketing links [UML] reviews three case studies of AR in B2B organizations. The case study says, “Cisco worked with Kaon Interactive to develop a visually engaging 3D interactive product catalogue…to give buyers an even more immersive and detailed experience.” (sic). Help Me, Obi-Wan Kenobi on Disney Video.

Case Study 98

Case Study B2B Study Marketing 98

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.

Retail 368

Retail Media B2B Pitching 368

Sword and the Script

APRIL 27, 2019

Is the process of media relations getting harder? Part of the answer is rethinking traditional PR efforts – and another part is studying the media to understand how it’s changing. Part of the answer is rethinking traditional PR efforts – and another part is studying the media to understand how it’s changing.

Survey 91

Survey Journalism Study Pitching 91

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 14, 2021

To win an industry software product award, you must show how the SaaS has performed in the real world using the case of an actual user, via the case study narrative. Generate case study content. Most winning award entries require a client case study that includes quantifiable success metrics. Success breeds success.

B2B 334

B2B Company Case Study Conference 334

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

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. If you oversee a team of PR strategists, simply give them a hug.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Wadds Inc.

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

The Institute of Directors (IoD) and the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) have published a guide to public relations for company directors to support planning, decision making, and crisis preparedness. The majority of UK directors associate public relations with media relations and promotional activity.

Report 105

Report Publicity Public Affairs Crisis 105

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 9, 2016

This means it is more important than ever to get more value out of existing media relations efforts. That’s a critical takeaway from one of the studies covered below. That has ramifications both internally and externally. To that end, here are the summaries to three public relations studies.

Study 60

Study Publicity Survey Engineering 60

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

Agility PR Solutions

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

A new survey of journalists from European independent agencies network Fincom Alliance investigates the real and perceived impact of the pandemic on both companies and media operating in and around the financial services sector.

Financial 144

Financial Communications Survey Media 144

Deirdre Breakenridge

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

Recently, Dr. Marlene Neill , assistant professor, Baylor University, and Nicole Lee , assistant professor, North Carolina State University conducted a research study on this important topic. Their study, “ Roles in Social Media: How the Practice of Public Relations is Evolving ” was published by PR Journal in Summer / Fall 2016.

Publicity 150

Publicity Policies Social Media Study 150

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Here’s a look at statistics across PR, marketing, and social media that were surfaced in the various reports and studies covered on this blog throughout 2020. Many of the blog posts published here are based on survey research, analytical studies or other sources of data. Source: 3 Studies Branding and Marketing ).

Survey 176

Survey Marketing B2B Study 176

5W PR

JANUARY 31, 2024

It encompasses strategic communication to build and maintain positive relationships with the media, stakeholders, and the general public. Media Relations: Establishes and maintains relationships with journalists and influencers to secure media coverage and positive exposure for the tech brand.

Technology 78

Technology Product Launch Crisis Management Case Study 78

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 2, 2022

If your brand is focused on a specific region, that background may carry more weight with a podcast from the same area than with a national or international podcast where people don’t have access to the product or service. Another idea is to search by location. It’s also important to search where your competitors have been featured.

Pitching 350

Pitching Interviews B2B Leadership 350

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 26, 2022

If a brand is new to PR or unfamiliar with the ins-and-outs of media relations, it’s time to walk through key items like announcement strategies, timelines and anticipated results. After a discussion we were able to offer new ideas for data that were incorporated into the survey to strengthen its media appeal. Add value .

How To 156

How To Meeting Case Study Survey 156

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 26, 2022

If a brand is new to PR or unfamiliar with the ins-and-outs of media relations, it’s time to walk through key items like announcement strategies, timelines and anticipated results. After a discussion we were able to offer new ideas for data that were incorporated into the survey to strengthen its media appeal. Add value .

How To 156

How To Meeting Case Study Survey 156

Deirdre Breakenridge

JUNE 8, 2016

Recent and current public relations graduate students at New York University’s School of Professional Studies, Srishti Assaye , Margaret DeJesus and Sabrina Ruiz , will discuss how to utilize social media to seek out professional opportunities. Find out how by joining #PRStudChat on Tuesday, June 21 at 8:30 PM ET.

Social Media 150

Social Media Pitching How To Media 150

PR Matters

OCTOBER 16, 2015

Following up on my recent article in PR Daily on 10 Falsehoods About PR , let me get straight down to the 11th: PR is not media relations, or about publicity , as my communications peer Lyndon Johnson says. Unfortunately, too often people think media relations is synonymous with PR. crisis communications.

Crisis Communications 100

Crisis Communications Reputation Media Relations Internal 100

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 12, 2018

A recent study by the Association of National Advertisers (ANA) and the USC Center for Public Relations found that marketers plan to increase staffing and overall spending on public relations over the next five years. But the last thing any brand wants to do is beat media over the head with non-news.

Publicity 256

Publicity Brand Branding Storytelling 256

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 30, 2022

If you can’t fit in a whole session before the upcoming media interview, make sure you have a one sheet-with interview tips/tricks to review prior to meeting with the reporter. . Study the briefing doc. Our clients agree that briefing docs make media interviews a breeze. What’s a briefing doc?

Interviews 322

Interviews Media Media Training Meeting 322

Doctor Spin

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Improve internal communications. After careful planning, you place your media budget with third-party publishers who can expose your messaging to potential customers. Source: Public Relations Review 3 Turk, J. E‑Public Relations: Impact and Efficiency. A Case Study. Keep stakeholders well-informed.

Publicity 52

Publicity Public Affairs Journalism Corporate 52

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 17, 2021

For international meetings, remember that the world clock app is your friend. It’s important to note cultural differences across international time zones. A Stanford study of 16,000 workers over nine months found that working from home increased productivity by 13%. Align with your coworkers. or Southeast Asia.

How To 272

How To Employee Meeting Internal 272

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

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Studying for a public relations or mass communications degree is the most traditional route into the industry today, but it’s not the only route. I know PR professionals with degrees in journalism, mass media, English, business communication, marketing, sports and more.

Agency 88

Agency Energy Crisis Management Industry 88

PR in High Definition

JUNE 28, 2022

But there are numerous other ways to shape an organisation’s reputation, aside from media relations. Here’s just a few ways: Website content : This encapsulates a lot – resources such as blogs, customer case studies and testimonials, and the quality of the copy across a company’s site.

Reputation 62

Reputation Media SEO Case Study 62

Stephen Waddington

MAY 3, 2022

Public relations practice operates along a spectrum of theoretical ideologies from defensive to organisational conscience. There is no universal theory of public relations. Instead, various ideologies have developed over the last century or so, each attracting its own sphere of study and academic support.

Publicity 112

Publicity Construction Corporate Study 112

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 9, 2019

Based on experience, I’d say that working for a well-recognized brand offers concrete advantages when it comes to media relations. There’s nothing wrong with this, but a case history for a smaller or lesser known client may say more about the agency’s ability to deliver consistent earned media outcomes.

Agency 224

Agency Construction Fashion Pitching 224

Sword and the Script

JUNE 6, 2023

Aaron Kwittken, founder and CEO of PRophet and CEO of Stagwell Marketing Cloud’s Comms Tech Unit gave me a tour of the product previously which I wrote up here: This AI is ‘Taylor’ Made for Media Relations; PRophet Adds Generative AI to PR Software 2. Internal comms. Investor relations platform plans to add generative AI.

Survey 146

Survey Software B2B Pitching 146

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 29, 2020

At the time, I was bored and a little resentful that we were made to attend seminars, but the principle still holds today, both internally and with client programs. Let’s face it; the tactics of media relations and content generation are similar from agency to agency. Be curious. Especially about business. Be a recommender.

Agency 182

Agency Banking Internal International 182