Cision

JUNE 23, 2016

In this interview, Connie discusses how the way audiences consume news is changing, why spending time on message development is important and why a dedicated support network is valuable. I am excited about being part of an evolving industry where local influence is growing in importance. and in local communities. I came to D.C.

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PRSay

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Keep in mind that many global firms require writing samples, scenario-based assessments and other prescreening, so research these expectations and plan ahead. Schedule informational interviews and job shadows, attend internship info sessions and participate in free networking events. Maximize LinkedIn. Build and leverage your network.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Thus, we pitch out journalists to “sell” portraits of CEOs, train them and position them as voices that count in their sector and ghost-write for them comments and by-lines on LinkedIn to help them become the experts in their businesses. Do not copy-paste the global comms strategy: The media will not pick up info that is not local-relevant.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

AUGUST 26, 2014

While communications may be your forte, with strengths such as writing, creativity, organization and research, your passion might be for something else altogether. Many local chapters have working groups for new and young professionals. And don’t neglect the old fashioned “information interview.” Consider joining PRSA.

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Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 11, 2014

For the next in the series, Carmen graciously offered to ask a tech journalist friend the following questions (the reporter requested that we protect her identity; I can say she is the real deal – writes for a Chinese tech publication that has a circulation of well over 1M, and she has a similar number of Weibo followers).

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Onclusive

JUNE 7, 2017

If you own a local clothing store, listen to your customers: What do they want more of? This week, we’re taking a look back at our most popular journalist interviews to remind our own loyal following of what the customer wants: facts, data, and highly relevant, niche stories. What inventory do they overlook?

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How To Fashion Interviews Local 150

Cision

JUNE 21, 2016

Vaco recruiter Piper Ochsner additionally advises candidates to be prepared to deliver a similar video-worthy introduction in person, as well, and suggests that a candidate’s ability to answer the inevitable interview opener “Tell me a little about yourself” can make or break an interview. Get published.

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Brand Branding Real Estate Tourism 189

Critical Mention

JUNE 29, 2018

If you want to write a piece of software there are 1,000 correct answers, so I keep everyone on the same page and keep the process moving. We’re basically capturing local news that’s not available outside of the local area. Q: What’s your day-to-day working as Critical Mention’s VP of Engineering? SCHEDULE A DEMO.

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Engineering Interviews Media Software 97

Cision

MARCH 17, 2017

I instantly appreciated the mix of business strategy, creative ideation and writing that made up those classes; they were theoretical and practical. At the same time, I had been hired to write copy for a jewelry company, which had quickly turned into running PR and marketing, followed by eventually managing a small team.

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Fashion Travel Interviews Instagram 227

Cision

JUNE 16, 2017

Using surveys, interviews and focus groups, we spoke to employees across different lines of the business and regions. The Public Relations Institute of Australia (PRIA) recommends communicating the following in writing to all stakeholders: Timeline. It took a few months but was certainly worthwhile. Tell all your stakeholders.

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PRSay

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

We may not think about it that way — we’re simply drafting a memo to employees or writing the president’s message for an annual report. But the fact is: Few executives reach the C-suite because of their writing skills. On one occasion, I was given an assignment to write something for the CEO. Research and ask questions.

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Presspage

JANUARY 21, 2025

In this blog, well explore why press releases are still a must-have in 2025, how to write them like a pro, and how to tailor them for any situation. Pro Tip: Presspage makes it easy to target the right audience with our media database of millions of GDPR-compliant journalist profiles, advanced filters, and hyper-local distribution.

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PRSay

JANUARY 8, 2019

But it can still provide large returns on investment by generating earned media coverage that doesn’t cost anything but your time and can elevate your client’s profile with one well-placed article or interview. Which students at your local college or university are already making the world a better place, and how are they doing it?

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5W PR

OCTOBER 26, 2017

To get a better understanding of the influencer side of the business, I interviewed two of my favorite influencers, @laurenmagenta and @feedmedearly. I had a cooking show in college and was writing a weekly recipe for the newspaper, so food was always my thing. Perfect timing really!

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Polaris

DECEMBER 11, 2014

dpms is a local London business that sells branded apparel, jewelry and products by local artisans. The win inspired Metro News , a local tabloid, to profile dpms in a feature story. Properly prepare for media interviews. But do enough interviews and errors are bound to occur. Then let them know the correct facts.

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Apparel Media Ethics Interviews 123

Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 23, 2016

I remember sitting with a college student at a local Starbucks. To show thanks to your industry, don’t just join an Industry association, be more active in their local, regional and national events. At the same time one of the best parts of mentoring, whether you realize it or not, is the reverse mentoring that takes place.

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Skype Industry Storytelling Interviews 150

Cision

MARCH 22, 2016

In this interview, she discusses how she came to her success, what makes her choose to cover a story and how communication professionals can improve their pitching strategies. When you start to become blasé and complacent about your writing, that’s when you stop doing such a good job. How did you get your start in journalism?

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Newspapers Pitching Interviews Writing 120

Cision

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

Dreaming of a major website or newspaper writing about your brand? While you’re never guaranteed that a journalist will write about you, these five tips will at least give you a fighting chance. While you’re never guaranteed that a journalist will write about you, these five tips will at least give you a fighting chance.

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PRSay

AUGUST 23, 2021

West Virginia was an early national leader in delivering COVID-19 vaccines, with 79 percent of the state’s residents over the age of 65 now fully vaccinated and 60 percent of its eligible population having received at least one dose, as of this writing. Enlisting trusted local leaders. Establishing trust through relationships.

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Communications Local Survey Transportation 126

Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The insights gained for the survey provided key details on the current earned media environment, highlighting the challenges faced in national, local, and trade media. Finding 2: National and top-tier media have become the hardest outlets in which to secure earned media, followed (closely) by local and then trade.

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Cision

JUNE 25, 2015

Write a press release. This tactic can be especially effective for garnering local press (Think: Local company earns coveted spot on prestigious Inc. If it was a major interview, consider a behind-the-scenes look about how the coverage came to be. 500|5000 list). Update your profiles and bio. Are you the one quoted?

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LinkedIn Pitching Interviews Journalism 120

Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

I also write for other publications and business clients as time allows. An important distinction is that these articles are presented from the perspective of a car enthusiast who understands the importance of environmental sustainability, rather than from the perspective of an environmentalist writing about cars. There’s a difference.

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Journalism Automotive Interviews Writing 115

Presspage

OCTOBER 14, 2024

It only makes sense: If a journalist hasn’t worked with you before, they’re far less likely to hear you out and consider writing a story based on your pitch. Consider your company’s values and how best to convey those in your responses to media inquiries.

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How To Media Crisis Pitching 78

Landis PR

MARCH 29, 2021

I always enjoy writing about up-and-coming people who are doing great things in Bakersfield. Since I write for a magazine, we have a different monthly theme that impacts the stories we pursue. 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.

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Meeting Media Local Interviews 96

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 5, 2018

This is my first in series of interviews on the topic. Drew also hosts Renegade Thinkers Unite , the #2 podcast for CMOs and writes the CMO Spotlight column for AdAge; is the author of The CMOs Periodic Table: A Renegade’s Guide to Marketing and serves on the boards of the Urban Green Council and Duke Alumni Association.

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Contently - Strategy

DECEMBER 1, 2022

What if I told you I exclusively use high-quality ingredients from local female or minority-owned farms? Or that I donate half of the money I make from each bake to the local hospice? During those interviews, you should have spoken to customers about your competitors. Write a company mission statement based on your findings.

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PR Fuel

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Most of the time, local and national outlets will simply ignore most of these releases. Writing a great press release can be complicated though, and most media professionals start out by using press release samples. Keep reading to learn more about how to write a good press release and how much it can do for your company!

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Product Launch Travel Interviews Writing 105

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 3, 2017

Write more and write better. Good, error-free writing is under threat today. It seems the need for speed in writing and editing is taking its toll. One of the best ways to improve your writing is to create the ideal environment in which to write. We constantly find horrid examples committed by journalists.

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Writing Education Pinterest Creativity 149

Buzzstream

MARCH 5, 2025

If you are a banking client, you could talk about inflation) and pre-write some quotes for those topics. Use emotion to lead your content ideation process In virtually every interview or chat Ive had with content marketers and digital PRs, they talk about how important emotion is to the success of your content.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

Did you write a great press release at a previous internship? If face-to-face communication is more your style, search for a professional networking group such as the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) that has a local chapter. Platforms such as Wix and Weebly are user-friendly and full of unique design options.

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Social Media LinkedIn Brand Branding 177

Bianchi Biz Blog

JULY 15, 2024

I help edit and publish copy, write original content and am currently overseeing the publication of our annual Motorized Vehicle Report. I’m senior editor at SME Media. Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? Anything manufacturing related, of course. Any pet peeves with PR people?

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Meeting Media Interviews Pitching 97

Communications Conversations

APRIL 30, 2019

2: Research industry publications–look for who’s quoted or writing bylines. Another great way to ID people with influence in your industry: Find out who’s writing for the industry rags. For example, let’s say you were researching local food influencers here in Minneapolis. Again, not sexy, but effective.

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Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 5, 2017

When I was director of corporate communications at a local healthcare organization, I would regularly receive a number of resumes from reporters whenever PR jobs opened up. Agreeing to an interview and then becoming a no-show. Is there the potential for conflict? ” Run an ad in a newspaper and it needs to be labeled as an ad. .”

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Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2023

In my current role, I plan, write and edit industry news stories and oversee a range of regular features and special projects, including weekly longform feature stories in our flagship newspaper and on TTNews.com. We spend a lot of time at local parks and enjoying the sights and food in Old Town Alexandria. That works both ways.

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Rock the Status Quo

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

When a client asks us to write a new hire press release, it’s easy to dismiss its importance, churning out a cookie cutter release talking about their new role, their background and a quote that sounds like a million OTHER new hire quotes. Write it differently. I found it fabulously inspiring! The idea stuck in my head.

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The Hoyt Organization

JUNE 5, 2024

Interviews With Experts Subject matter experts , or SMEs, are vital to any successful mental health advocacy campaign. Interviewing experts provides valuable insights and information to your audience, further reinforcing your campaign’s credibility.

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Strategy Communications Local Interviews 75

Flack's Revenge

JANUARY 10, 2019

Last month I interviewed top PR and social media experts about the challenges facing online marketing. Frank: This question implies that we are writing the epitaph on social media platforms and I don’t think that’s true. I also share my views (not necessarily the agency’s ) and pose additional questions. Neal: Absolutely!

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