Stuart Bruce

MARCH 8, 2017

The State of the Profession 2017 survey by the UK’s Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) reveals that the PR profession still has a very long way to go before the skills and competencies of its practitioners meet the needs of modern future proof public relations best practice.

Publicity 134

Publicity Analysis Public Affairs Measurement 134

Sword and the Script

MAY 10, 2022

Every week it’s filled with job opportunities in PR, public affairs and media – it’s a great place to find a PR job. In subsequent years, we’ve invited readers of this blog (and newsletter) to the survey and so I’m writing to ask for your help: If you work in comms, please consider taking the survey here.

Survey 85

Survey Public Affairs Construction Writing 85

Cision

APRIL 26, 2016

In this interview, Ashley discusses how to best leverage data and analytics, establish specific objectives for your communication strategy and be creative and take risks with your public relations efforts. What drew you to the field of public relations and communication?

Telecommunications 120

Telecommunications Public Affairs Newspapers Transportation 120

PRSay

APRIL 3, 2017

I had just started a full-time position teaching public relations at a small Midwest university. I was a new mom, juggling full-time teaching and a part-time career in the Air Force Reserve as a public affairs officer. The words still ring in my ears 20 years later — “If you don’t have a Ph.D., John was right. A doctorate?

Public Affairs 113

Public Affairs Education Nonprofit Study 113

PRSay

JUNE 28, 2022

A press conference can be a risky way to convey information to the media and the public, particularly during a crisis. As a result, what the public perceives as misleading information undermines the credibility of the information that follows, even if it’s accurate. But as experience shows, initial reports are often wrong.

Conference 180

Conference Crisis Training Public Affairs 180

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 3, 2018

The iconic publication sends a 15 year-old reporter to travel with the band on tour in order to write an in-depth piece. Instead, the journalist writes a warts-and-all article about the band – which the lead singer promptly disputes, making the reporter look bad. Almost Famous (2000) — Media Relations. Lesson learned!

Tools 170

Tools Government Crisis Public Affairs 170

PRSay

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Each September, PRSA recognizes Public Relations Ethics Month, supported by programs presented by the PRSA Board of Ethics and Professional Standards (BEPS). This year’s theme, Public Relations Ethics: Strengthening Our Core, guides a special focus on the six core values highlighted in the PRSA Code of Ethics.

Ethics 144

Ethics Public Affairs Journalism Leadership 144

The Proactive Report

MARCH 14, 2017

Public Affairs is one sector of PR that has very different goals, but they are goals nonetheless and can be measured. You might not be working to change hearts and minds in the public, but you should be interested in the hearts and minds of the legislators – both local and national – who can affect your organization.

Measurement 165

Measurement Public Affairs Nonprofit Analytics 165

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

There are lots of useful public relations and communication news sources one can benefit from across the internet. Message: We are a progressive public relations agency, designed to reach a profoundly diverse global market. Rogers & Cowan is a public relations agency that represents brands and talents across the world.

Public Affairs 172

Public Affairs Creativity Nonprofit Radio 172

PR Insiders

APRIL 13, 2021

I often talk to people who know they need publicity and want professional help to get it but find hiring PR agencies to be a confusing and daunting task. Public relations firms differ in a thousand ways, it seems. Firms also have a whole range of specialties, from crisis communications to public affairs to research and analysis.

Radio 78

Radio How To Public Affairs Print 78

Critical Mention

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

EKA is a leader in providing public and private sector experience and assistance when making critical decisions. “EKA is a government relations and public affairs firm specializing in political consulting, government relations, policy issues, and crisis communications strategy.” SCHEDULE A DEMO. Priscilla Osorio.

Communications 81

Communications Crisis Communications Media Crisis 81

Cision

JUNE 29, 2017

His background includes expertise in criminal justice reform, sustainability, human rights and public interest law. Most recently Ben worked as an Executive Vice President at BerlinRosen Public Affairs, where he built the firm’s Philanthropy and Cultural Activism practice. Become a Fenton Fellow !

Public Affairs 0

Public Affairs Nonprofit Pitching Video 0

Reputation Specialist Michael Toebe

JULY 27, 2021

(Karen Naumann, Senior Instructor, Public Affairs & Communication Strategy Directorate · Defense Information School). In the article, “Countering the Falsehoods of Information Disorder,” Karen Naumann writes in Strategies & Tactics about three kinds of troubles that an organization or individual can face.

Insurance 52

Insurance Insurance Public Affairs Ethics 52

Stephen Waddington

AUGUST 11, 2019

It’s one of the greatest marketing and public relations campaigns of my lifetime. He criticises its failure to use data and modern tools and its antiquated processes and structures that burden public finances. It spotlights the need for urgent legislation to govern political campaigning. Both are critical to a healthy democracy.

Communications 96

Communications Ethics Public Affairs Government 96

Cision

OCTOBER 17, 2017

In a Fast Company article, How to Get a Journalist to Read Your Pitch , Michael Grothaus raises an important question related to this issue: “When you reach out to a journalist, you’re asking them to dedicate their time researching and writing about your company. Demonstrate Research.

Pitching 275

Pitching Public Affairs Report Guidelines 275

PRSay

JANUARY 6, 2021

We even write emails with more thought. James Grunig and Todd Hunt’s “excellence theory” has long told us that, in public relations, listening is as important as speaking. Things that have been said over and over no longer garner the public’s trust. Now, a cynical public demands more. It wants to see action.

Communications 197

Communications Viral Fashion Public Affairs 197

Cision

SEPTEMBER 14, 2016

In this section, you need to list out all the activities and campaigns you are implementing, including research, planning, content writing, production of materials and other processes. What will you do to accomplish your objectives and reach your audience? Your activities should be spread out across paid, earned, shared and owned media.

Communications 0

Communications Measurement Banking Public Affairs 0

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.

Meeting 90

Meeting Transportation Media Journalism 90

Cision

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

I’m going to push the boundaries of what clients expect from a public relations agency. I listen to music while I write and edit. It’s still going strong more than 10 years later. What do you hope to accomplish in your new role as executive vice president at Fineman PR? It’s a big part of what I do now.

Nonprofit 120

Nonprofit Public Affairs Reputation Newspapers 120

Ethical Voices

MARCH 14, 2022

Ethical issues in merging the science and art of public relations. I started in Washington DC in Public Affairs and Crisis Management. How augmented intelligence can help enhance our profession. How do we create belonging in a hybrid environment? Why don’t you tell us a little bit more about yourself and your career?

Ethics 52

Ethics Publicity Data Agency 52

Cision

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

Coming out of college, I was more focused on public speaking and speechwriting than general public relations. Public speaking was more exposed, intimate and immediate in how it connected the communicator and the audience in real time, allowing them to play off each other. How did you get your start in PR? Rapid Fire Round.

Policies 120

Policies Internal International Public Affairs 120

Cision

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Their public affairs agency was at the center of so much that was happening to rebuild trust in public institutions after Hurricane Katrina. Whether you are working as a journalist or working as a public relations professional, the quality of your relationships makes all the difference. Rapid Fire Round.

Television 120

Television Public Affairs Pitching Healthcare 120

Stephen Waddington

OCTOBER 20, 2017

The project will support 2018 President Sarah Hall’s theme of public relations as a strategic management discipline. We want to gain an audience beyond the public relations profession. The most frequently asked question is what should I write about? Practice – a discussion of modern areas of public relations practice.

Public Affairs 68

Public Affairs Pitching Community Guidelines 68

PRSay

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

For example, case studies and practical experience such as news release writing and connecting with senior executives are opportunities highly valued by MBA students. Students write about a current event and critique the assessment. She is a public affairs and media consultant based in Washington, D.C.

Communications 120

Communications Case Study Training Reputation 120

Landis PR

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Note: This is a reposted blog by our Public Relations Global Network Partner, Samantha Frost – L.C. However, I’ve found that writing a laundry list of items to tackle can be both overwhelming and inefficient. Williams & Associates. For the original blog, please visit here.

Energy 64

Energy Study System Technology 64

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 25, 2022

I’ve found that employers expect not just one skill like writing, but design skills as well.”. It’s expanded to include public affairs and government relations as the norm.”. Public engagement opportunities were thwarted by COVID. The breadth of avenues to publicize has grown via tech and complementary outlets.”.

Communications 121

Communications Crisis Internal International 121

Communications Conversations

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Her start : Public relations intern with Fleishman Hillard. From there, she moved to CarVal Investors, a unit of Cargill, before moving over to the mothership and eventually becoming a CCO for one of the biggest public or private companies in the world! Molly is the chief communications and public affairs officer with Shipt.

Marketing 60

Marketing Leadership Creativity Internal 60

Melissa Agnes

OCTOBER 16, 2014

The former one-way flow of warnings, information and updates from emergency management to the affected public has become, not just a two-way system, but one of many partners, sources and systems. And, can they accomplish their many tasks in real time or rapidly enough to protect the public from harm?

Education 270

Education Government Policies Wikipedia 270

Solo PR Pro

MAY 8, 2018

Public affairs. Writing and editing. Journalism. Market research. Media buying. Media relations. Non-profit management. Product management. Promotions. Search Engine Optimization (SEO). Social media consulting. Web design and management. What has changed?

Public Affairs 40

Public Affairs Internal International Community 40

Cision

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

I will start by introducing Brunswick Insight to my network of corporate and public affairs contacts as well as others in various industry sectors such as Health & Wellness and Fast Moving Consumer Goods. What are some of the key components of a successful marketing strategy?

Measurement 120

Measurement Analytics Big Data Public Affairs 120

Ethical Voices

APRIL 17, 2023

What to do when a reporter is writing a story that you know will quickly become inaccurate Why we need to confront the uncomfortable truths The ethical use of technology and AI Understanding the Page Principles Why don’t you tell us a little more about yourself and your career? Thank you so much for the opportunity. But you know what?

Enterprise 69

Enterprise Ethics Engineering Technology 69

Beyond PR

APRIL 25, 2016

To keep up with today’s media landscape, public relations professionals need to know not only who is going where, but also how to communicate more effectively with those journalists, bloggers, and influencers making moves. To reach the right journalists and influencers, you need to understand the nuts and bolts of press release writing.

Public Affairs 40

Public Affairs Media Privacy Interviews 40

Cision

APRIL 4, 2016

Of course anyone writing content or posting on social media hopes for the largest possible distribution, but the articles that purport to tell you how to make content go viral are oftentimes less useful than they intend to be. Journal Of Public Affairs (14723891) , 13 (2), 160-171. doi:10.1509/jmr.10.0353. doi:10.1002/pa.1471.

Viral 120

Viral Journalism Advertising Advertising 120

Communications Conversations

MAY 30, 2018

Former role: Vice president of communications and public affairs with Berkshire Hathaway Energy (BHE). I resigned my last full-time PR job in December 2014, as vice president of communications and public affairs with Berkshire Hathaway Energy (BHE). What was your last PR job?

Apparel 106

Apparel Public Affairs Corporate Training 106

PRSay

FEBRUARY 27, 2017

Many of us enjoy the variety of responsibilities, writing, fast career trajectory, constant evolution of tools, and working around tight deadlines. Little did I know, all of this would change, and I would start my career in public relations. PR is a great career field. There were very few people of color, especially African-Americans.

Conference 60

Conference Education Public Affairs Television 60

Melissa Agnes

OCTOBER 16, 2014

The former one-way flow of warnings, information and updates from emergency management to the affected public has become, not just a two-way system, but one of many partners, sources and systems. And, can they accomplish their many tasks in real time or rapidly enough to protect the public from harm?

Education 100

Education Government Crisis Management Crisis 100

Mindful Marketing

SEPTEMBER 8, 2018

Before going further, I need to say that I really didn’t want to write about this ad. Public opinion is not so clear. This past Friday morning, September 7, Apex Marketing Group reported that the ad had produced $220 million in publicity for Nike: $69 million positive, $67 million negative, and $83 million neutral.

Sports 50

Sports Ethics Public Affairs Analysis 50