
Three Questions A PR Person Should Never Ask A Reporter
As a PR pro, you are constantly communicating with reporters, whether it be pitching, coordinating interviews, or interacting on social media. Staying in contact with relevant contacts is one of the most important aspects of PR. But to maintain these valuable relationships, it’s vital to remember your role and not overstep boundaries. Here are several […]
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How To Make A Killer Content Calendar
In PR, a content calendar is a key part of any public relations plan. For B2B clients like those we represent, it can include the topics and suggested resources for bylined articles, blog posts, social media posts, digital video, and longer-form content like white papers, among other elements. A good content calendar is like a […]
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Crenshaw Communications Welcomes Lila Harihar!
2020 has been a long year, but we love sharing good news to put a smile on everyone’s face. Our Crenshaw family has gained a new member! On December 1, 2020, our partner Chris Harihar and his wife Lisa welcomed a beautiful and healthy baby girl, Lila Max. Mom and Dad are settling in with […]
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Slack Tips And Tricks You May Not Know (But Desperately Need)
In major tech news, Salesforce recently purchased Slack for $27.7 billion. Why does the sale make sense? As we’ve seen, Slack is great for staying connected with co-workers on a daily basis. According to a recent TechCrunch article, the Salesforce COO says that the deal was worth the price because it lets Salesforce bring together […]
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Crenshaw Clients Among Some of the Hottest AdTech Companies According to Business Insider
Business Insider recently compiled a list of some of the year’s hottest AdTech companies after a long year of uncertainty for the industry. The list reflects issues that adtech companies are trying to solve — from the demise of ad targeting with third-party cookies to the rise of ad-supported streaming TV. It emphasizes the growing […]
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7 Ways To Prep A CEO For A Broadcast Interview
For PR pros, landing an on-air interview for a C-suite executive is a big deal. It’s a great way to position a company in front of a large audience, and it’s typically a chance to convey a point of view on a business topic or issue. But what if an executive isn’t fully prepared? Unless […]
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PR And Communications Trends For 2021
In PR and elsewhere, 2020 has been a year like no other. Even the Oxford English Dictionary is at a loss for words to describe it. If we could wipe it off the calendar and start again, most of us probably would. So, the sooner we finish our 2020 roundup posts and 2021 forecasts, the […]
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What are LinkedIn Stories and How Can PR Pros Use Them?
Since LinkedIn launched its Stories feature last month, it has won mixed reviews. But PR professionals shouldn’t be so quick to dismiss it! Of course, with over 706 million global users, LinkedIn is the go-to social platform for B2B professionals, and it’s probably still the best way to build a network with colleagues, classmates and […]
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10 Tech Buzzwords PR Folk Should Avoid In 2021
Unique, disruptive, innovative. From Silicon Valley to New York’s own “Silicon Alley,” PR people tend to use these tech buzzwords in press releases and marketing materials. They wind up in pitch decks, tech journalists’ inboxes, and in business meetings. We’ve all used them at one point or another — but shame on us. Tech culture […]
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