ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

A B2B PR firm looking to promote a specific idea or story might think first about pitching large, mainstream media outlets. The right media strategy hinges on understanding your industry or niche within it. Does leadership offer bold, interesting or contrarian opinions on topics of interest to their industry? .

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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. Here are a few representative comments: “Media are stretched very thin.

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Stern + Associates

JANUARY 3, 2024

The beginning of a new year is a time when many consulting firms release annual research reports and other types of thought leadership on trends, challenges and solutions relevant to the vertical industries they serve. Why Is It Hard to Compete on Thought Leadership? appeared first on Stern Strategy Group.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 19, 2020

Media relations can be a lot like that Ariana Grande song, “Thank U, Next.” You’re only as good as your last story. . Here are three ways to get media coverage when your company has no news. . When done correctly, it can generate extensive media coverage and reinforce expertise or even leadership. .

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Communications Conversations

AUGUST 15, 2019

Ten years ago or so, thought leadership opportunities in the business media world were somewhat prevalent. In the media relations world, this was huge because a big part of our value is getting clients into big-time publications like these. Pitching thought leadership content to Fast Co. is pretty damn hard.

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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. Thought leadership events. Brand perception audits. Often, the narrower the topic, the better.)

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Landis PR

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Thought leadership is more than just “blowing your own horn.” An active thought leadership program needs a content calendar that is eminently doable. Engage your audience on social channels and use direct messaging sparingly with media and other thought leaders in your field. Photo courtesy of Unsplash.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 3, 2021

In B2B public relations, we’re always trying to find ways to drive business and trade media interest for clients. When gaining media traction is challenging, how can PR pros generate media attention for the stories they want to tell? And not every business is a household name. Look globally for reactive news.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 22, 2021

Remember when the only social media platforms considered significant by PR pros were Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn? For many, they continue to be the trinity of social media. But by the end of this year, an estimated 3 billion people will be using social media, and not just on those three sites. New platforms can work for B2B PR

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HMA Public Relations

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Discover tips for building thought leadership in this post from Justin Liggin. If you are looking to raise your profile and become a voice for your industry, there are several different ways that your content can help you captivate audiences and become a trusted thought leader.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Social media marketing and PR have recently become inseparable. That’s because social media plays a large role in most consumer and B2B PR programs. Organic content uses free social media tools to share posts, photos, videos, and stories with the people who already follow a given brand or individual. Here’s why.

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Sword and the Script

APRIL 20, 2021

True thought leadership is hard to achieve, not because it’s hard, but because some in B2B just can’t get out of their own way. It was the center of its content marketing, media relations and social media efforts. drove ~50% media coverage (and a boatload of backlinks). Check out our services.]. I didn’t pitch it.

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Sword and the Script

MARCH 10, 2019

Media Relations is Hard and Getting Harder. A majority (68%) of PR professionals say media relations is getting harder or much harder. This is up 17% from last year where 51% said media relations was getting harder. It’s harder to know who is media and who isn’t. content marketing (64%).

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 1, 2021

For any PR agency team , a major media interview for a company spokesperson is a solid win. At the same time, having a terrific media spokesperson who can nail the messaging, handle tough questions and make business or technical language accessible isn’t always easy. . But don’t mistake a media interview for a social discussion.

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Cision

MAY 24, 2016

Look at other metrics, such as share of voice and your website traffic, to see if you notice any improvements since engaging in thought leadership opportunities. Earned media. Gauge the success of your media relations program using media monitoring software. Compare your success against past months.

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Garrett Public Relations

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

This got me thinking about snowballs, or more to the point, the snowball effect of thought leadership. The post The Snowball Effect of Thought Leadership – and How to Get Started appeared first on PR Consultant Garrett Public Relations Columbus/Worthington OH. Let me give you an example. The Evolution of a […].

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 8, 2022

What PR Is: Media relations. PR has been seen as media relations by many. We work strategically to craft the perfect story and tell it through a range of media – from national to trade to local markets. Leadership positioning. Social media engagement. What PR Is Not: Paid Advertising.

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Communications Conversations

AUGUST 11, 2017

Mainstream media still dominated the landscape. Where no platform or media dominates. And, it’s mostly predicated on the belief, and expectation, quite frankly, that the mainstream media will always be numero uno in the PR/marketing game. Sure, mainstream media still have huge reach today. You guessed it.

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PRSay

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Media relations hinges on the relationships that we create and maintain with the press. After being a professional journalist for more than four years, I recently left the field to pursue a career in public relations. And the PR person wants to get media placements.” Jacobs covers the Richmond metro area.

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Onclusive

MARCH 17, 2020

On a broader level, this presents challenges because traditional media relations has become a singular (and increasingly narrow) part of the overall scope of public relations. Have you heard of Media Mix Modeling? Media mix modeling provides insights that allow marketers to refine their campaigns based on several factors.

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PRSay

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

So I wasn’t surprised when I was fielding questions about media relations at a so-called “Ask the Expert” session that this query came up: “Bottom line, how do I get my client in The New York Times ?”. ” Michael Smart teaches PR professionals how to dramatically increase their positive media placements.

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Onclusive

MARCH 17, 2020

On a broader level, this presents challenges because traditional media relations has become a singular (and increasingly narrow) part of the overall scope of public relations. Have you heard of Media Mix Modeling? Media mix modeling provides insights that allow marketers to refine their campaigns based on several factors.

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Media Analysis Measurement Advertising 221

PR Matters

SEPTEMBER 9, 2015

I’m delighted that PR Daily published my opinion piece on Yanis Varoufakis, the problems of his leadership and questionable management of his reputation while Minister of Finance for the Government of Greece. To read it, just click on the PR Daily logo below.

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Communications Conversations

OCTOBER 15, 2019

This just in: media relations is getting tougher. Consider the following: Demand for media attention is high: Most top-tier writers now receive 100, 250 or 500 pitches a week for 5 story spots. Media is outnumbered: PR Pros now outnumber journalists by a factor of 6 to 1. Much, much tougher. The stats back up the claim.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 5, 2024

Those who work in PR and media have seen a whirlwind 2023. We’re getting a handle on how to use generative AI ethically and with impact , riding the waves of an evolving social media landscape, and navigating unpredictable news cycles. Media professionals will be turning to more specialized platforms to assist in their work.

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Reputation Us

APRIL 18, 2017

Many blogs focus on media relations through the lens of news releases. There’s another powerful tool in the PR toolbox — Thought Leadership. But, what is thought leadership and who constitutes being a leader of thought? Here are three quick tips to get your thought leadership marketing in motion.

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PRSay

JANUARY 8, 2019

29, Matt Charles, APR, presents a webinar titled “ How to Tell Your Organization’s Story to Get Media Coverage.” Whether you serve a large corporation, small nonprofit, major research university or municipal government, at some point your boss has probably said, “We need more media attention. Can you make it happen?”

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

The value of a strategic PR program isn’t always obvious to an organization’s leadership. But the impact of public relations is most relevant to those in that C-suite – or at least, it should be. Seeing around the corner is helpful in developing the big ideas that drive positioning and earned media coverage.

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PRSay

MAY 23, 2018

Trade media, on the other hand, is targeted to a specific industry, profession, trade or business. Because trade media editors and journalists are typically subject-matter experts in their respective fields, articles tend to go into deeper detail than those in larger publications. Mention depth of content. Don’t overlook blogs.

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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. PR teams use data tools and platforms to glean patterns and insight from media coverage, measure audience engagement, and quantify campaign performance.

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The Hoyt Organization

AUGUST 16, 2023

When a leading private equity commercial real estate firm was transitioning leadership to the next generation the key was how to effectively make that transition. How can the new CEO be effective when investors have had little exposure to him?

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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.

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Prohibition

MAY 4, 2023

In the world of Public Relations, establishing your brand as an industry expert is crucial for gaining credibility, building trust, and maintaining a competitive edge. Thought Leadership, positioning your brand as an expert in your industry or niche, can be a powerful strategy to help attract new potential clients or customers.

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Onclusive

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

At the time, Equilar was using the Cision media monitoring platform, which was addressing some of their needs but did not meet the standard they required to refine their PR strategy. They turned to the Onclusive Pro tool which produced the results they needed at a more effective cost.

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Garrett Public Relations

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Some companies seem to get in their own way when it comes to earning media coverage. As someone who has spent much […] The post Getting Featured: Six Tips to Secure More Media Coverage for Your Business appeared first on Garrett Public Relations. I’ve seen it time and again. And if so, WHY would they do that?

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Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

Suffice to say, those editors know what’s best for their news site, but if we put the relationship between PR and media aside, I don’t think who puts pen to paper is the precise issue here. See these related posts: Marketing Strategy: The Looming Knowledge Crisis. Thought leadership it requires continuous thought and leadership.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 30, 2018

It’s easy to relegate media list development to the remedial PR file — things that are too basic to analyze or improve. But for PR and media relations people, a good media database is critical. PR tips for killer media lists. Good media lists improve relations. Consider all angles.

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