Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 3, 2023

Still, a reliable public charging network is critical for those without access to home chargers and for everyone traveling long distances. I never thought I’d write about mayflies or interview an entomologist (an insect scientist) as an auto reporter! How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started?

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Bianchi Biz Blog

MAY 2, 2022

I do a lot of interviews with pros in the EV industry. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I was part of one of the first e-zines back in the 1990s, a trade mag for web developers, and was at the center of the Web boom and bust (moved on to travel writing before it boomed again).

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PRSay

MAY 8, 2020

Attitudes shift about virtual interviews. There was once a time when a journalist would scoff at the idea of an interview over Skype or Google Hangouts. Now, these are tools that they need to use to do their jobs. For your PR team, this should be seen as a positive. Nimble coverage is crucial.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 11, 2018

Seeing a client’s interview in a key publication is still a quintessential public relations win, so PR pros spend a lot of time perfecting media pitching. But once we get a “yes” to a pitch or interview request, it’s no time to sit back and relax. Check our earlier post for best PR tips on media interviews.

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PRSay

MARCH 7, 2024

For example, Barbie’s initial interviews with Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling and Greta Gerwig revealed little about what the movie was about while galvanizing its intergenerational audience. Travel media reported on hotels decorated in the style of Barbie. Art magazines covered the film’s colors and set design.

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MaccaPR

JULY 8, 2015

Paul Business Journal and, increasingly of late, Minnesota Business magazine. With the exit of former editor Steve Mollman, the MaccaPR blog was pleased to interview the new editor-in-chief of. Paul Business Journal, and news director for SPNN-TV Neighborhood News. Traveling with Lt. Star Tribune , and. Star Tribune ’s.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 21, 2023

As the face of our brand, I am responsible for traveling to industry events and networking with our readers, advertisers and others. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? It’s an easy job because this industry is truly full of the best people and I enjoy my time with them.

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Solo PR Pro

OCTOBER 5, 2021

After college, Doug was a typical journalism nomad, working in newsrooms in Chicago, New York and Washington, D.C. Although it wasn’t necessarily something he had planned all along, Doug admits that transitioning from a role in journalism to one behind-the-scenes in PR made perfect sense on his career journey.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 17, 2023

Particularly for heavy-duty commercial vehicles that carry heavier loads and travel longer distances, hydrogen fuel cells increasingly are gaining interest. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? And before that, I was an English and Journalism student at Bowling Green State University.

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Landis PR

MARCH 29, 2021

I’m very proud of that piece because of all the work that I put into researching and interviewing, and it added to the larger conversation. I love movies and entertainment, so I would love to attend an award show, interview the nominees and winners and write a story about the night. Tell us about your dream assignment.

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Cision

MARCH 17, 2017

In my interviews with PR professionals in New York and Los Angeles I found the opposite to be true, and was inspired by how thoughtful and strategic many of the people I interviewed were about their jobs. I wanted a means to continue the relationships I had built while learning more about the profession by interviewing practitioners.

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Communications Conversations

JUNE 28, 2018

This is what led me, in some ways, to interview our Rock Star today: Kirsten Wenker. So I worked at several agencies on all different types of brands – CPG, travel, technology, retail and fitness to name a few. You got your degree in journalism, like many in our field. Maybe I need to start a side hustle as a travel blogger….

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Cision

AUGUST 16, 2016

In this interview, Erik discusses moving from one media world to the next. He reveals how his background in journalism has shaped his view of the industry, his growing appreciation for PR professionals and gives insight into how journalists in the TV industry truly want to be pitched. What has been most helpful? N’Sync it is.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JULY 10, 2023

No offense to those in that arena, but I think we have an overabundance of journalism aimed at investors or B2B audiences; I don’t think we have enough for the people who aren’t ready for all the changes coming their way soon, like EV charging or subscription features.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 19, 2023

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I’ve been in journalism for 22 years. I love learning, traveling and getting to know people and places. I was taught that a great story happens when the author is the student gathering information, then becomes a teacher who explains the subject to the audience.

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Maxim Behar

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

He said many things about many topics, including, "You can achieve a lot with journalism, but you need to know exactly when to give it up." This year, I plan to travel to several distant places. But for the following year, my wife and I plan to travel to America. You can find the full interview here.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Perhaps one of my recent favorites was the result of an interview with John Deere. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I got my start in journalism when I pitched a story about a cutting tool innovation. Travelling during non-pandemic times. What story or stories are you most proud of?

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JANUARY 10, 2022

Working in China and northern Iraq early in my career opened my eyes to the possibilities of journalism. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I also love to travel and am proud to tell people where my roots are. Describe the craziest or most fun story you have written. Any pet peeves with PR people?

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Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Our Commercial Vehicle Group also won editorial excellence awards for investigative journalism, a technology article on hydrogen trucks, and editorial use of data. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? Just this year, FleetOwner won a Jesse H. What elements or characteristics do you look for in a story?

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

Selected for an exclusive interview with the Fortune 500 executive! Familiarize yourself with this list of outlets before you pitch to avoid embarrassment; there’s no sense suggesting the freelancer write a piece for, say, Men’s Journal, if he doesn’t write for that publication. I, for instance, edit travel content for Expedia.

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Critical Mention

APRIL 13, 2020

The brothers were interviewed for a number of news articles, TV shows and radio programs, demonstrating the power of a positive story during a difficult time. Earlier in April, a story broke about Dr. Sarosh Ashraf Janjua, a Massachusetts-based cardiologist who travels once a month to Minnesota to work at local hospitals.

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Cision

JULY 28, 2016

In this interview, Fred discusses why research is essential for developing a strategy, how to prepare for crises and the constant evolution of the PR industry. So, I looked at my high school curriculum, and journalism was the only class that would allow me to write every day. My hobbies outside of work include…being a traveler.

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PRSay

JULY 23, 2019

Former President Bill Clinton traveled to North Korea as a special envoy, leading to Ling and Lee’s release after 140 days in captivity. “It In an interview with PRsay, Ling offered her thoughts on news readership, storytelling platforms and appreciating the little things in life.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

MARCH 21, 2022

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I needed a few extra course credits for the year, so because I’ve always loved to write, I opted to join some friends taking journalism. I enjoy baking, particularly old family recipes, and traveling anywhere I can. I’ve been a journalist for 22 years.

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Cision

AUGUST 11, 2016

In this interview, Howard discusses the challenges facing casino gaming companies, how to deliver an effective message and how to adapt to the immediacy of the media. During my journalism career, I can’t count how many times someone in PR pitched me on a story that I had already written or had nothing to do with my beat.

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Solo PR Pro

JUNE 8, 2021

But after a couple of years in the pre-med program at City College of New York, she changed directions, declaring majors in anthropology and journalism. She began applying to PR positions, but she found that the folks she interviewed with often had trouble understanding how her educational background translated into public relations.

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Cision

MAY 31, 2016

In this interview, Beth discusses the challenges life science companies face, the importance of reputation management and how to share knowledge and gain the interest of your audience through integrated communication. Good travels to all who are starting the journey. Rapid Fire Round. My second pet peeve is that I fall for them. .

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Cision

MAY 4, 2016

In this interview, Rich shares the similarities between journalists and communication professionals, the steps to developing a successful media strategy and how to build strong relationships with journalists. How do you think your background in journalism will help you in this new role? They must be truthful and factual.

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Landis PR

APRIL 25, 2022

As the one-year anniversary of the crash approached, we interviewed Luke, created a pitch package with b-roll, put together a media list that covered local media, Texas media and media that covered the crash and helped CNS develop a case study for their website. What are some books you’ve read recently? I’m actually in a book club!

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Barokas

MARCH 11, 2019

As I started brainstorming this month’s newsletter about travel PR, my mind inevitably wandered to the Napali Coast and that amazing hike. The destination is worth the effort : I’ve had the good fortune to travel to some amazing places. Nothing has compared to the beauty and immensity of Kalalau Beach.

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Cision

MARCH 31, 2016

In this interview, Neil discusses his background as a journalist, what it’s like working in the technology industry and the changing role of the media. What was behind your decision to switch from journalism to PR? How will your background in journalism help you in this new position? Want to improve your media relations?

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Cision

JUNE 2, 2016

In this interview, Eileen shares her thoughts on the challenges of creating meaningful content, the importance of listening well to build relationships and the need for strong writing skills in public relations. How has your background in journalism helped you in public relations? Always read it one more time before hitting send!

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MaccaPR

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

Gannett recently “downsized” 350 jobs and the Wall Street Journal laid off 48 (although to be fair, the Washington Post – with 750 newsroom positions – is adding dozens of journalists ). How do you think print magazines and newspapers can co-exist with digital journalism? We are always pitchable by PR people. Please weigh in!

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Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

The constraints imposed by the pandemic and supply chain shortages seem to continue to stifle travel, reduce attendance at industry events, and generally make every activity more costly, more cumbersome and more time-consuming. For example, a typical news story in the Wall Street Journal may be read by up to 100,000 C-suite executives.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 5, 2020

I’m the senior transportation reporter at TechCrunch, where I focus on all the ways — present and future — that people and packages travel from Point A to Point B. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I’m also the co-host of the podcast The Autonocast, which focuses on the future of transportation.

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Cision

JULY 26, 2016

In this interview, David discusses the importance of good writing skills, how technology has transformed the industry and how to stand out in today’s crowded marketplace. While journalism continues to shrink, PR will continue to grow. David Landis, president and CEO of Landis Communications Inc. How did you get your start in PR?

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Cision

MAY 3, 2016

In this interview, Karen shares how thinking like a journalist will help your media relations strategy, why following up on pitches is so important and what to do before jumping into a career in public relations. How does your background in journalism give you an edge in managing media relations?

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