Media Relations

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Do You Have What It Takes to Be a Journalist Whisperer?

January 3rd, 2014 by

At PR News’ recent Media Relations Conference at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., Amy Eisman of American University’s School of Communication and a founding editor of USA Today brought up the concept of the… Continued

New Year’s Resolutions for the PR-Minded

December 31st, 2013 by

The good thing about New Year’s resolutions is that no one is really listening closely to what you are resolving to do.  But resolutions do crystallize our goals and make the month of January, at… Continued

Make Your Email Pitch to the Media Shine

December 26th, 2013 by

Journalists don’t get to spend a lot of time reading email pitches from PR communicators. Here are some tips that can lead to getting them interested in your story.

Strategic Thinking Leads Choice of Social Tools for Boeing’s Gary Wicks

December 24th, 2013 by

The surest way to stay connected in 2014 is through social media. But how do you stay connected in a constantly evolving media landscape?

Yes, Justine Sacco Really Said That on Twitter!

December 23rd, 2013 by

Justine Sacco, chief communications director for Barry Diller’s IAC, created a Twitter firestorm with a shockingly insensitive and offensive tweet.

Case Wheeling and Dealing: Campaign for Bike-Share Program in Minneapolis Inspires Tourists and Residents Alike

December 23rd, 2013 by

when Minneapolis decided to launch a bike-share program city officials knew that it would take a lot of citizen education at the front end and a sustained effort on the backend to get the program running smoothly.

Social Sharing Comes Down to Trust; Too Many Brands Still Take Dim View of Employee Value Proposition Plans

December 23rd, 2013 by

Nearly than 9 out of 10 Americans (86%) trust recommendations from people they know, according to a new survey released by Social Media Link.

Non-Verbal Communications: The Underutilized Skill

December 19th, 2013 by

There are certain people who even when they’re smiling warmly have a certain gravitas. They have a certain air that suggests intelligence, calculation, control, even as they engage the people around them. Bill Clinton has… Continued

Will Insurance Company Media Blitz Bring Good ROI?

December 16th, 2013 by

The recent insurance company media blitz brings to mind key points to remember about creating a solid ROI for your communication efforts.

The ‘Did You Get My Email?’ Phone Call to Reporters Has Little Ring Left

December 16th, 2013 by

Wither “pray and spray?” Not anytime soon unless PR reps get better training and think smarter about how they pitch stories and deal with reporters.