PRSay

JANUARY 9, 2024

A good training program will help presenters improve their skills. Not all presentation training is the same, of course. As you likely know, traditional media training and crisis training tend to focus on one spokesperson, usually the CEO, who is put through his or her paces in front of a group.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 3, 2021

For example, a CEO may be the go-to spokesperson for many questions, if a media-facing VP has more background in a given area of cybersecurity or compliance, they are likely the better option. All PR teams understand the value of formal media training, and it’s often useful. Reconfirm ground rules at the top of the call.

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Onclusive

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Increased focus on internal communications As companies transition to the “new normal,” remote work is here to stay and everything we do will become increasingly digital. Using data to evaluate which messages worked and didn’t work before spokesperson media training will become prevalent among communications pros.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 13, 2022

Any corporate event attendance or sponsorship should consider its impact on the local town or community, particularly if it’s an international gathering. For more on media training and brand messaging, check out this post. Consider The Impact on Local Communities.

Media 294

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

Although every executive is different, we’ve observed clear trend lines in our work with hundreds of top C-suite inhabitants since starting Phillips Media Relations in 2004. They’re Too Focused on Internal Structure. Executives are usually keenly aware of the internal and external criticisms of their company or organization.

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

This is a guest post by Brad Phillips , author of The Media Training Bible. Top executives make many of the same media mistakes the rest of us do—but their missteps are often magnified, becoming top headlines on news and business websites worldwide. They’re too focused on internal structure. They Say Too Much.

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PRSay

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Panelist Aaron Sherinian is vice president, global communications transformation, for Philip Morris International, a company making a pivot to a smoke-free future. Philip Morris International has learned from faith traditions and institutions, Sherinian said. We’re going to be about a change,” Sherinian said.

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Communications Pharmaceuticals Corporate Film 148

Onclusive

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

A PR agency is a communications consultancy that serves as an external resource, and ideally, an extension of your internal communications function. Why work with a PR agency, and is it right for your organization? That said, not every organization should hire a PR agency.

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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 best media training sessions train the entire team, starting at the top. For a real dash of schadenfreude, check out these examples of what not to do.

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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.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 26, 2022

After a discussion we were able to offer new ideas for data that were incorporated into the survey to strengthen its media appeal. For PR agencies, it’s second nature to want to show value, but it’s equally important for internal teams. Add value . Showcase your offerings.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 26, 2022

After a discussion we were able to offer new ideas for data that were incorporated into the survey to strengthen its media appeal. For PR agencies, it’s second nature to want to show value, but it’s equally important for internal teams. Add value . Showcase your offerings.

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How To Meeting Case Study Survey 156

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 13, 2017

Occasionally we see overconfident executives who feel they aren’t in need of media training. To avoid this scenario, the agency and internal comms team should consider a blanket policy of requiring media prep for every company spokesperson. The negative media story. .

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Konnect Agency

JUNE 22, 2023

It can also help ensure that the public and the media receive accurate information, getting you back to business a Taking on this strategy for an internal communications team can be challenging while balancing other priorities, that’s why businesses should seek the assistance and guidance of a PR agency.

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PR in High Definition

APRIL 27, 2023

This could be towards improving internal comms, boosting employee relationships and thereby your own reputation as a business. It could be revamping social media presence, company messaging, media training for spokespeople and so much more. Equally, doing nothing with the time is a missed opportunity.

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Mark My Words

OCTOBER 31, 2019

. Dennis Muilenburg, CEO of Boeing, appeared before the US Congress yesterday in a performance that had the stench of overzealous media training. For example, he should have addressed why some of Boeing’s work was certified internally, rather than the FAA taking control.

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Shift Communications

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

At the beginning of the PR career track is the intern. Interns learn the PR business through the most basic of tasks and learn whether the agency and the PR world is what they want to pursue. Meanwhile, the agency learns about the interns and decides who best matches the culture of the organization. Christopher S.

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Stuart Bruce

OCTOBER 6, 2016

For agency people, when asked about their three top sources for social media education, expert blogs are the most popular (64%); followed by conferences and events (44%) and external training courses (35%). Over half of agency people require more digital/social media training (53%).

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Training Digital PR Media Training Education 119

Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 3, 2023

I began my journalism career in 2014 as an intern at Automotive News. Media training with clients – or even a simple interruption to bring them back to focus—would be so helpful. My editor often reminds me to ask myself when sorting through so many pitches: what problem does this solve? Any pet peeves with PR people?

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Automotive Meeting Report Insurance 77

Melissa Agnes

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

Here are three tactics you can employ now that will significantly lower the odds that a social media flub will trigger a public relations crisis. 1) Provide social media training for everyone that operates as an admin on a brand account. 2) Social media training for users in the organization.

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Social Media Crisis Training Media 239

PRSay

MARCH 29, 2021

Oprah Winfrey’s prime-time television interview with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on March 7 provided a reminder of the principles PR professionals should follow to prepare clients for media interviews that create positive coverage and help manage crises. Conduct research on the media outlet and interviewer.

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Melissa Agnes

AUGUST 15, 2016

Because successful crisis management often requires an appearance, in some capacity, by the organization’s leadership. So what does this mean for your crisis preparedness?

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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.

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Barokas

MARCH 16, 2020

Internal communications campaigns that provide employees with updates on company policies, peace of mind, information about additional resources, training on remote-work tools and tips for combatting cabin fever when working from home. Stay well, stay safe, stay sane, stay home.

Communications 88

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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.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 8, 2017

One thing that makes for an excellent PR partnership is the organization’s willingness to share raw information that can be translated into media interviews and stories. These can be internal studies, sales information, customer and competitive data, or simple workaday anecdotes.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 12, 2016

It may be tempting to ask the team to respond to website inbox queries, or to get media attention for a last-minute idea by the founder. Sometimes they’ll need to jump in, but as a rule it’s a waste to burn precious time on tasks that can be handled by internal staff, or that require lead time to be successful.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 11, 2017

Although the reporter made it very clear that the story was to bring a local angle to an international crisis, here was the dilemma: Grant the interview to raise awareness and, potentially, donations and volunteerism; or risk the family’s privacy, possibly awakening critics.

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Interviews Media Privacy Local 160

Communications Conversations

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

I spend a good chunk of my time on media relations and pitching. Part of this is media training our general managers, personal trainers and other experts to get them ready to go on camera. We really have an embarrassment of riches when it comes to energetic and smart people at Life Time for media.

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Contently - Strategy

JANUARY 26, 2023

For example, send spokespeople through media training if they’ll frequently speak with the press or send event speakers to stage training, etc. Consider the following options: Sit in on meetings with internal thought leaders to listen for ideas. Create a content plan.

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Prohibition

JANUARY 24, 2022

During a crisis, leadership, internal communications, and public relations teams may use employee communication platforms to disseminate updates and critical company information. This has several advantages which may eclipse all other forms of internal crisis management solutions. We offer communication spokesperson training support.

Crisis Communications 62

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Polaris

MARCH 17, 2015

Expertise in different areas is available in one office, including media training, investor relations, specialized writing talent and more. Boutiques do not typically have access to international talent, and if they do it’s through an association with other agencies with varying degrees of expertise.

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Waxing UnLyrical

FEBRUARY 19, 2014

Intel evolved from a chip maker engaged in social marketing to an actual social business by establishing an internal social media training program designed to teach any employee – not just those in marketing and PR – interested in raising their digital IQ. You can find and talk to him on Twitter and LinkedIn.

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PR for Anyone

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

It is International Country Music Day, National Apple Dumpling Day, National Concussion Awareness Day. I’ve kind of become known as the PR lady in pink. But something that I could do. So I hope you see how this could work. It is Citizenship Day. It is Constitution Day.

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PR for Anyone

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

International Walk To School Month. German-American Heritage Month. Global Diversity Awareness Month. Halloween Safety Month. Head Start Awareness Month. Health Literacy Month. Home Eye Safety Month. Italian-American Heritage Month. LGBT History Month. Long-Term Care Planning Month. National ADD/ADHD Awareness Month. National Apple Month.

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wiredPRworks

JANUARY 3, 2018

CoryWest Media’s services include marketing audits, scalable content marketing plans, personal and company-wide LinkedIn makeovers, event marketing strategies and production, executive coaching, and customized live or online social media trainings.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 11, 2024

The BBC’s Sackur puts President Ali on the defensive when he points out that his country may have lost as much as $55 billion in potential revenue by giving away too much to large international petroleum companies. But Ali uses some time-honored PR techniques to turn things in his favor.

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