Prohibition

OCTOBER 13, 2022

It goes without saying that great communication and writing skills are an absolute must for PR professionals. However, there is another component that is just as important in the public relations industry – the art of storytelling. Inject personality into your media relations. Establish your brand voice through PR.

Storytelling 62

Storytelling B2C B2B Consumer 62

HMA Public Relations

JUNE 11, 2021

As communication professionals, we’re tasked with various writing assignments from social media posts and blog content to news releases and bylined articles. So, what happens when we, as storytellers, get writer’s block?

Writing 90

Writing Storytelling Social Media Blogging 90

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 5, 2018

I have been blogging about challenges confronting digital PR and social media marketing. Are the social media waters still safe for marketing? What’s not safe is ignoring social conversations, especially those related to your brand and category. What comes after social media? Absolutely. Yes and no.

Social Media 149

Social Media Marketing Media B2B 149

Shift Communications

JULY 3, 2019

Keeping Up With Social Media. Last month, I had the opportunity to learn from successful social media professionals from a variety of organizations in the area at Boston’s PRSA Social Media Summit. Where is social media going? Maddie Peters. Account Coordinator.

Social Media 98

Social Media Media Storytelling Mobile 98

PRSay

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Through the years, the PR and comms fields have been attractive landing spots for journalists with their writing and storytelling skills and media prowess. They both are storytellers. The media marketplace is also changing. PR professionals and journalists have very similar skills. Absolutely!

Communications 190

Communications Sports Journalism Fashion 190

Onclusive

JANUARY 26, 2022

Savvy communicators know that there is more to a perfect pitch than simply good writing, and media relations is not just about distributing these stories to the media. Spend the time to read, listen to and note what impactful authors write about, how often and in which publications. The post Building a perfect pitch?

Pitching 370

Pitching Data Privacy Writing 370

PRSay

AUGUST 12, 2016

With the tremendous growth of social media in recent years, the PR landscape is continuously evolving and causing public relations professionals to adapt to the 24/7/365 news cycle we now work in as well as the instant, viral nature in which news breaks and spreads.

Storytelling 60

Storytelling Social Media Sports Strategy 60

Critical Mention

OCTOBER 9, 2019

Are you looking to interact with your social media audience, post trending content that’ll boost social engagement and practice top social strategies that’ll increase brand awareness? . Practice Social Media Brand-Consistency. Create a Social Media Posting Schedule. Find your Target Audience.

Social Media 75

Social Media Marketing Media Instagram 75

Presspage

JULY 11, 2017

This doesn’t have to be a happy ending, obviously you can write an unhappy ending also. Aristotle’s Framework for storytelling Next to the three big ingredients for a story mentioned above, Aristotle thought of a valuable framework for stories also. But it does need to be an ending to the story which creates the catharsis.

Storytelling 137

Storytelling Film Blogging Video 137

Cision

OCTOBER 21, 2015

In today’s digital age, there are two key ways to find success for both brands or individuals: remember to be human and solidify your storytelling skills. Many think that good storytelling stems from talent, but really, all it takes is time, trial and error, and basic writing know-how. Measure Your Niche’s Density.

Storytelling 120

Storytelling Case Study Crisis Viral 120

PR Fuel

OCTOBER 19, 2021

How do you write a great press release? Why Write a Business Press Release? You may think your social media platforms are enough to get your name out there in the public eye. However, social media doesn’t assert your brand as an authoritative voice in your industry. Know Why You Are Writing.

Writing 52

Writing Product Launch Storytelling Pitching 52

Karen Freberg

JANUARY 14, 2021

As we start the spring semester, I realized that it has officially been 10 years since I started teaching a social media class. Honestly, the time flew by and it seems like yesterday I came to UofL from my PhD at the University of Tennessee, where I was asked to create and execute a social media class. TEN YEARS?!

Social Media 88

Social Media Media Resources Creativity 88

Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix. At the same time, PR pros are constantly thinking about how to maximize the reach and impact of their earned media. But what about other assets that the media or customers are likely to see?

Training 195

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 195

The Hoffman Agency

JUNE 1, 2021

One of my most memorable projects was a semiconductor facts social media campaign I owned from the start of my internship. It helped me both find my feet in the tech space and learn to write in a way that I hadn’t before. Taking a stab at writing from a PR lens can feel like fine-tuning an instrument.

Storytelling 36

Storytelling Writing Internal International 36

Cision

JUNE 14, 2017

Telling stories to sell brands is not a new idea, but the advent of social media has given businesses new ways to get those stories to potential customers. This is storytelling 101 — without these elements, you don’t have a story. Social media and the digital age have changed the way companies brand their products.

Storytelling 142

Storytelling Brand Branding Consumer 142

The Hoyt Organization

MARCH 25, 2024

Write And Distribute Quality Content Creating and sharing valuable, informative content is essential in building a strong healthcare PR strategy. This content can take various forms, such as press releases , blog posts, social media posts, and articles.

Healthcare 68

Healthcare Strategy Publicity Pharmaceuticals 68

PRSay

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

These communications professionals practice public relations, write short- and long-form copy, operate overseas radio stations, manage social media for military units, explain military concepts, prepare senior leaders for interviews, manage production workflows, archive materials and create graphics and multimedia content.

Public Affairs 86

Public Affairs Communications Radio Television 86

Critical Mention

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Compelling storytelling is an incredibly powerful way to communicate with your target audience. Digital storytelling is at the top of the list of communication trends that PR executives believe will dominate in the next five years. Example: How Cotopaxi leveraged storytelling to sell its brand.

Storytelling 66

Storytelling B2B Trends Examples 66

Ishmael's Corner

JANUARY 6, 2016

The Art Of Storytelling In Business Communications And Public Relations. The wonders of social media periodically dust off commentary long relegated to the archives. So it was with David Ogilvy’s advice on writing that made the rounds on LinkedIn this week. Techniques For Effective Business Communications.

Writing 60

Writing Storytelling LinkedIn Employee 60

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Far from just managing a digital Rolodex, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix. Owned Media/Content Strategy. Media Monitoring & Analysis. Once PR-driven content hits or publishes, media monitoring and analysis of that work kicks in.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix. At the same time, PR pros are constantly thinking about how to maximize the reach and impact of their earned media. Owned Media & Content Strategy. Relationship building takes time.

Training 370

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

Masters in Communications

OCTOBER 30, 2018

As Harrison Monarth writes in The Harvard Business Review : Storytelling evokes a strong neurological response. Here's why storytelling is such a powerful tool: The Power of Synchronicity. Storytelling creates a certain synchronicity between the teller and the listener. Storytelling is also a powerful tool for persuasion.

Storytelling 61

Storytelling Chemicals Advertising Advertising 61

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

While traditionally PR work consisted of press releases, pitching, and occasional damage control, today’s PR teams must have a diverse digital skill set, including SEO strategy, social media savvy, data analysis and more. Digital and social media proficiency This one’s a given. Just ask Google.

Analytics 170

Analytics Tools Social Media Trends 170

Beyond PR

JUNE 29, 2017

While technology continues changing every industry I can think of, many communications and public relations professionals hold tight to the more poetic side of storytelling. There’s nothing wrong with holding on to the art of storytelling. Connecting Data and Storytelling. Be emotive. Be emotive. Be original.

Storytelling 73

Storytelling Data Communications Technology 73

PRSay

JANUARY 21, 2020

Each new season brings a flood of social media buzz, non-stop advertisements and climbing ratings. As a communicator, I’m giving my colleagues full permission to watch this guilty pleasure program without any guilt, and this is because “The Bachelor” is a textbook case in storytelling. Image courtesy of ABC.

Communications 160

Communications Storytelling Film Training 160

5W PR

AUGUST 14, 2023

It’s a strategic discipline that requires understanding audiences, effective storytelling , and navigating complex communication landscapes. Public relations is about spinning stories Career opportunities in public relations are often thought to be all about spinning stories and media interactions.

Publicity 78

Publicity Storytelling Crisis Management Reputation 78

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 4, 2017

And storytelling in B2B marketing is the theme for this weeks’ Unscripted Marketing links [UML]. She writes: “Want to know the real reason brands publish content with no value? In Social Media Marketing, You Get What you Give. This shows that good storytelling in content marketing isn’t a campaign, it’s a culture.

Storytelling 60

Storytelling Creativity B2B Film 60

Flack's Revenge

APRIL 27, 2021

Thinking like a good journalist is critical for PR; it’s important to be inquisitive, a good storyteller, and yes, often skeptical. Follow them on social media. We reach them directly on social media or through gatekeepers. Results : Better counsel and marketing integration, and more impactful storytelling.

Storytelling 177

Storytelling Pitching Interviews Agency 177

The Hoyt Organization

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

With machine learning algorithms, AI can analyze vast amounts of data and create draft press releases, social media posts, or email pitches tailored for specific audiences. Media Monitoring and Analysis AI can also be used for media monitoring and analysis. This provides PR professionals with real-time insights.

Publicity 100

Publicity Ethics Analysis Data 100

Landis PR

AUGUST 29, 2022

Our team collectively cheered the recent release of the 56 th Edition of the Associated Press Stylebook , a spiral-bound guide widely used as a writing and editing standards-setter by the media, corporate communications and worldwide. Additional Writing Resources: Grammar Girl – Quick and Dirty Writing Tips.

Publicity 111

Publicity Writing Guidelines Construction 111

Onclusive

JUNE 21, 2017

Hosted by Deirdre Breakenridge of Pure Performance Communications , and joined by fellow panelists Shonali Burke and Shannon Furey , the panel covered emerging PR trends including how corporate storytelling has changed in recent years and what PR professionals must learn to sustain their careers. PR is no longer a linear process.

Storytelling 329

Storytelling SEO Community Engineering 329

Stern + Associates

MARCH 17, 2023

By now the big changes that have occurred since the days of Walter Cronkite – a 24/7 news cycle, a global and interconnected focus rather than a local one, the reduction of reporting staff by many media organizations in the rush to remain profitable (accelerated in the era of social media platforms) – are well known.

Media Relations 105

Media Relations Media Storytelling Report 105

The Awards Blog

AUGUST 30, 2019

Content for a press and/or media kit. Spotlight article in magazines or digital media. Opportunities to raise awareness through social media and other sources. Here’s how to write a submission that gets to the top of the judging pile. Writing a brief and succinct description is harder than you think.

Writing 52

Writing How To Local Examples 52

Onclusive

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Information collected on the effectiveness of previous pitches, such as emails opened by journalists, stories picked up, and resulting social media engagement, website traffic and desired actions, can shed a lot of light on what’s actually working and not working. Then answer this question in your intro.

Pitching 195

Pitching Data Technology Storytelling 195

PRSay

MARCH 20, 2019

During the week, Pittsburgh’s Megha Pai works as an assistant account executive at the agency Havas PR , where she creates social media content, pitches journalists and drafts news releases. “I carve out that time for creative writing because I look forward to it.” What’s your writing routine like now?

Writing 120

Writing Creativity Local Pitching 120

PRSay

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

ET, Microsoft’s Bonnie McCracken leads a PRSA webinar titled “Storytelling in the World of AI.” In the past we’ve seen technology advancements take hold — from the steam engine to social media — but not until after it is broadly adopted, and issues arise, did people advocate for safety and regulation.

Enterprise 183

Enterprise Tools Technology Privacy 183

Ethical Voices

JUNE 12, 2023

I’m in the middle of working with a client where there are six messaging guides I have to write. So even from a social psych perspective, being able to help people visualize a concept is more important than using the lofty words that we’ve gotten very much used to using. That’s hard work, I will tell you.

Ethics 69

Ethics Storytelling Communications Training 69