Establishing media relations in a foreign market requires persistence, research, genuine interest, and a collaborative mindset. Our contributor explains how the basics of media relations, however, remain the same, irrespective of the market.
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Communicating ‘Bad News’ the Right Way by Setting the Narrative
May 31st, 2023 by Dustin SigginsIt’s never easy to announce that your company is leaving a huge market, or that you are making that decision “to improve the company’s financial strength.” State Farm’s communications team deserves credit for limiting brand damage by choosing a simple, straightforward statement that said and did all of the right things.

Creating an Internal Structure for Employee Advocacy
May 30th, 2023 by Kathleen LucenteEmployee advocacy is a learned behavior that develops from a supportive internal framework. In this piece, the author shares steps to increase internal alignment.

Why PR Should Own the Metaverse
May 30th, 2023 by Douglas SimonPR’s leadership in strategy and developing compelling messaging to draw a target audience will be vital for metaverse success.

LGBTQ+ Comms Must Start Internally and Be a Year-Round Effort
May 29th, 2023 by Erika BradburyIn a wide-ranging roundtable discussion, PRNEWS asked Ben Finzel of The Change Agencies; Kevin Wong of The Trevor Project; Ben Dorf, of The Ad Council; and Cathy Renna of National LGBTQ Task Force about the evolution of LGBTQ+-related comms, how organizations can best support their LGBTQ+ stakeholders and advice for brands looking to do better for these communities.

PR Roundup: DeSantis Campaign Launch, Backlash for Target, Remembering Uvalde
May 25th, 2023 by Nicole SchumanThis week our PR Roundup looks at a disastrous campaign launch for Ron DeSantis and backlash for Twitter, the importance of remembrance and the latest conservative outrage aimed at Target.

Understanding a Lawsuit News Flow for Optimum Communications Strategy
May 24th, 2023 by James F. Haggerty and Thom WeidlichA big challenge to handling media relations around a lawsuit is understanding the rise and fall of media interest as the litigation drags on. Our contributors tell us how.

Why Empathy is a PR Pro’s Most Powerful Asset and Overlooked Liability
May 23rd, 2023 by Jacob StreiterOur contributor argues that the most powerful and profound asset any PR professional can have is a strong, adept sense of empathy.

Are Developments in Executive Communications Passing You and Your Leader By?
May 23rd, 2023 by David MurrayIf you wonder whether you’re quite up to speed on modern exec comms, there’s a good reason—and a few clear steps to take.

Redefining AAPI Identity in the News Landscape through Representation in PR
May 22nd, 2023 by Liang ZhaoIn today’s media-dominated world, representation plays a crucial role in shaping public perceptions and fostering social understanding. A significant shift is taking place as the AAPI community and its allies strive to challenge these stereotypes and redefine the community.