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PR and social media set for continued growth

Stuart Bruce

He apparently fails to understand social media’s importance for corporate affairs, corporate reputation, investor relations, human resources, CSR and crisis communications to name but a few. Globally, CCOs expected mobile (73 per cent) and video production (69 per cent) to also increase the most in importance.”.

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PR professionals’ skills and competencies not fit for modern future proof public relations

Stuart Bruce

Just 35% of PR practitioners say they spend most or some time on photo and video creation and editing. This is reflected in the figures for recruitment with photo/video editing being a skill sought by just 22% of recruiters for a junior PR position and even worse 9% for senior PR practitioners.

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The Value of Strategic Communications in the PRSA MBA/Business School Program

PRSay

Nearly a decade ago, the PRSA Foundation sponsored research that found only 23 percent of graduate business schools consistently provide instruction in reputation management, corporate communications and related ethical dimensions. The program has since grown to 15 schools nationwide.

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Controlled Chaos: 86 Comms Pros Explain How Communications Work Has Changed

Sword and the Script

“Communications professionals are now responsible for producing videos and podcasts, hosting live stream events, playing photographer, designing graphics, learning the back end of websites and more to keep up with changes in the ways people consume information.”. It’s expanded to include public affairs and government relations as the norm.”.

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Treating Employees as VIPs: Six Staff Communication Tips

Reputation Us

My best public affairs advice: Employees should be addressed first and foremost, not last. Video is also becoming more popular, with 72% of internal communications teams planning to increase its use for employees, according to a recent marketing study. Communicate with them before the media, and before social media.

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Romancing the C-Suite: How to Communicate Results That Resonate

Deirdre Breakenridge

Earned (publications like The New York Times). Video (amateur or professional). Gerry Tschopp, Senior Vice President of Public Affairs at Experian said it well, “I want to know enough about PR ‘wins’ so I can speak to business leaders in key data points or success stories that drive business and reputation.

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International Conference Preview: Frank X. Shaw Talks Diversity, Disruption and 10 Years at Microsoft

PRSay

Shaw oversees the narrative and reputation of one of America’s most ubiquitous companies. . I worked for my school newspaper, and when I joined the Marines I was a public affairs officer. As a public affairs officer, you’re working to make sure that people understand the implications of the decisions that they’re making.