Communications Conversations

JANUARY 26, 2016

Something I’ve been thinking about a lot lately: Are we over-relying on media relations in PR? I’m talking about the broader scope of PR here–media relations, content marketing, social media marketing, community relations, etc. I keep wincing after every sentence I write.

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Sword and the Script

APRIL 19, 2016

My media relations and outreach efforts had secured an interview with CNBC for a technology client and the reporter had flown in to conduct it in person. Proven to get More Out of Media Relations. That was the outcome good media relations pitching earned. Pitch media upstream. Riff off the placement.

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Mindful Marketing

JUNE 22, 2015

Last week PR Newser wrote an interesting article on the value of media relations. Patrick Coffee had insightful commentary on the Holmes Report’s 2015 World PR Report , where he “respectfully disagreed” with the report’s claim that “media relations skills are not seen as particularly relevant.”. By Seedepth.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2023

I am the editor of AftermarketNews at Babcox Media in Akron, Ohio. I am in charge of gathering news for our daily newsletter, hosting and producing podcasts, covering events and writing original content for our monthly print magazine and daily newsletter, among other projects. What story or stories are you most proud of?

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B2B PR Sense

JANUARY 5, 2018

Handpicked Related Content. Myth #3: PR is not the same as media relations. Media relations is a subset of PR. For example, if you want to generate more website traffic, you may be better off authoring and placing articles in targeted outlets rather than trying to get the media to write about you.

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Wadds Inc.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

It explores how they can be used in generative and reductive productivity-boosting applications, from writing and pattern recognition to summarising large documents. and Overtone, modernising activities such as transcription, media monitoring, and coverage analysis. Writing a book about a fast-moving area of technology has challenges.

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Journalistics

FEBRUARY 25, 2013

For many of us, it’s what attracted us to media relations in the first place. It was pure magic the first time I read an article in print that was the result of a story I pitched. In this post, I’ll share what I believe to be the two most effective media relations tactics for 2013 (hint: it’s all about inbound and real-time).

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 18, 2019

What is for sure is that a solid PR team is versatile and can expertly cover down on a broad number of functions: internal comms, external comms, executive comms, media relations, analyst relations, corporate social responsibility, thought leadership and marcom, and as I’ve long proposed, content marketing, among many others.

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Solo PR Pro

JULY 5, 2022

reviewing all the news alerts I have set up for my clients and their industry competitors and fielding urgent emails before devoting the rest of the morning to writing and other client work. I write or pitch media in the mornings, so I am only available beginning at noon daily. if I can help it. Michelle Kane, VoiceMatters, LLC.

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Bad Pitch Blog

JANUARY 13, 2016

Yes, after 10 years of writing the Bad Pitch blog, I’m afraid we can still suck as an industry. I can tell you we never thought we'd be writing for it 10 years later. It's so bad, we even managed to write three different posts on boilerplates alone. Like when pitching blogs and social media were still new.

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PRSay

JANUARY 8, 2019

As communicators, we have long relied on earned media or public relations — usually in the form of media relations — to place our clients’ names on the internet, on TV, in print and on the radio. Earned media demonstrates credibility, since the organization doesn’t pay for the placement. Regional Foundation.

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Landis PR

APRIL 12, 2021

Spoken words and video must match, so reporters either have to write/talk to the video or find a video that matches what they’re saying. Performance isn’t typically an issue in print — using prose to tell a compelling story is. Along with my duties for BCN, I do a little freelance writing.

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Beyond PR

JUNE 8, 2016

Washington’s not really unique – it’s like any town with a myriad of local stories,” writes Christine. “So Summing up the panelists’ remarks, Christine writes that journalists must “become familiar with audio and video. It will not just improve your media relations, but also the brand content you offer directly to online audiences.

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Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Recently I went back through all the write-ups I’ve published on surveys and boiled the results down to these ten. More: 21 Media Relations Insights From 3 Surveys Polling 4,000+ Journalists 5. More: 21 Media Relations Insights From 3 Surveys Polling 4,000+ Journalists 6. Notice none of them cited a wire service.

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Critical Mention

APRIL 28, 2020

2020 NFL Draft: Online News + Print Results. The 2020 NFL Draft brought excitement to teams and fans all across America, but according to our Critical Mention dashboard, the Philadelphia Eagles produced the highest online and print audience, mention and publicity numbers. Share Tweet Share. 2020 NFL Draft: TV Results. SCHEDULE A DEMO.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JULY 17, 2023

Media relations and PR pros must heed Godin’s advice or suffer the consequences of being ignored, or worse, getting blocked by a journalist when trying to pitch them. Media usage and overload We stopped having to search out the news about 10 years ago; it finds us wherever we are. Write simply.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 18, 2022

These days, we publish our print edition quarterly and focus most of our attention on our website. When I was writing about appliances in Louisville, GE was starting to push induction cooktops. I’m not writing as much as I used to, but I’ve been really proud of the work my staff has been doing since I joined IndustryWeek.

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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. What are some key components of a successful media relations strategy? The two are companions.

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Axia PR

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Be a better resource for the media. As newsrooms continue to shrink, they rely more and more on their reporters to write for print and online as well as take their own photos and videos.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

MAY 2, 2022

I am the senior editor at Charged – I write daily blog posts, as well as articles for the print magazines, and do copy editing. I’m also a contributing writer for EVannex – I write a weekly blog post. If I have to spend time correcting typos on every post, I might as well write it myself.

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Cision

JULY 13, 2016

In this interview, Nick discusses how to approach integrated communication, why print may still have a place in your strategy and how to build relationships with reporters. Some brands really lend themselves well to print and out of home advertising. What is your secret to media relations success?

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Cision

JULY 19, 2017

Do they prefer online media or print? Are they reading mostly blogs, or do they get their info via social media? Write a standout pitch. Then ask if the media contact would like a sample. Find the right outlet for your audience. Determine what publications they read, and what makes them tick. Be creative.

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Reputation Us

APRIL 18, 2017

Many blogs focus on media relations through the lens of news releases. I’m not here to say stop writing news releases. I am here to say write fewer, better ones and spend more time leveraging your best kept secrets – your thought leaders. Media opportunities come and go fast. Are they articulate? Create content.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 21, 2016

Clever writing and puns have their place, but err on the side of simple, clear language to get your points across. Think the way the media think. Print magazine? Avoid the frustration of being shut out by getting a good handle on media timing. ” The producer’s advice: not everything needs to have a theme.

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Cision

JUNE 29, 2015

Jeremy is also a nationally syndicated journalist and writes for Huffington Post. No longer are people getting their news recommendations from media publishers, instead they are getting it from their relationships on social media. Consequently, more publications are integrating visuals into their news.

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Solo PR Pro

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

He developed a love of sports and print media at a young age, and set off to the University of Florida to pursue a degree in journalism. Stu didn’t know much about PR, but had a vague understanding of media relations, having been on the receiving end of pitches during his time producing talk shows.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 5, 2017

Do put important requests/promises and desired outcomes in writing. The best way to prevent misunderstandings is to memorialize any discussions in writing, which is standard operating procedure at most agencies. Today’s PR agencies do much more than media relations. This, of course, applies to both parties.

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Newsfile

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Media monitoring involves systematically tracking and analyzing media content (such as news articles, social media posts, and broadcast segments) related to a specific brand, industry, or topic. Owned Media : Channels controlled by the organization (e.g., Media Relations : Managing communication during crises.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Burrelles comprehensive monitoring allows you to track mentions (and sentiment) in real-time from all media — print, online, broadcast, and social. Guest Contributor: Katie Brenneman is a passionate writer specializing in lifestyle, mental health, education, and fitness-related content. Contact us to discuss your specific needs.

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

Most freelancers list their outlets on their websites; those who don’t usually make them available in front-of-book bios or on social media. Freelancers pride themselves on following good stories, but all of us have certain stuff about which we like to write. With this in mind, I’m likely not going to write a puff piece about Kayak.

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 10, 2015

In PR and media relations, it’s easy to become entirely focused on the day-to-day issues at the expense of the longer event horizon. Right now, the biggest focus is on writing and presenting content for mobile consumption. Horizon Trends: 3D printing, everyday use of drones, and strong artificial intelligence.

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Shift Communications

DECEMBER 15, 2016

As SHIFT and the entire industry continues to evolve there is always the question… Is traditional media relations dead? After an aggressive media relations push, we began to pick up traction in the local market. Client: Print Syndicate. Online, print, broadcast – it all still matters.

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Cision

APRIL 12, 2016

In this interview, Adriana discusses the nuances of promoting media brands, the evolving role of social media in media relations and how to adapt your public relations strategy to the changing media landscape. What drew you to the field of public relations? Focus on developing your writing skills.

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David PR Group

OCTOBER 17, 2014

Remember, journalism was created to educate, inform, and persuade people, and our nation’s first journalists were not writing to please advertisers. Thomas Paine did not write Common Sense as a vehicle to promote furniture discounts, closeout sales, or classifieds.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Burrelles monitoring allows you to track mentions (and sentiment) in real-time from all media — print, online, broadcast, and social — along with the ability to integrate Google Analytics for comprehensive reporting and evaluation. Contact us to discuss your specific needs. Contact us to discuss your specific needs.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

As with anyone writing about the transportation industry, the transition to zero emission vehicles, and what it takes to service them, is top of mind. I do love cooking, though, and someday I’ll get around to writing all those fictional stories rolling around in my head. After that was a stint as a sonar technician in the Navy.

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Cision

JULY 14, 2016

For as long as I can remember, I have loved art, writing and being creative. While I excelled at all my classes, I would always rather write an essay than take a multiple choice test. The media marketplace is ever-changing and it’s imperative for travel brands to stay current. What drew you to the PR industry?

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