Tag Archives: Editors

Editor’s Corner: PR Disasters! Why a Crisis Comm Plan is Critical

When it comes to crisis communications, if you’re not in charge of the story right away, someone else will be. That’s why it’s critical to have a plan in place.

Editor’s Corner: Grammar Snob Alert! Who vs. Whom Demonstrates Usage in Transition

Who versus whom–THAT is the question. Business Wire editor Andrew Guinn tackles this testy grammar quandary in this latest edition of Editor’s Corner.

Denver-Area Journalists Discuss Newsroom Cutbacks, Pitching Tips

Denver area journalists talk pitching, mobile, how media downsizing has changed their jobs, AND the jobs of PR professionals. Note: it’s STILL about the relationship.

Editor’s Corner: Best Practices for Presenting Quotes in Press Releases

Making note-worthy quotes in press release is an ongoing challenge for writers of press releases. Here’s some tips from a Business Wire editor who on making yourself notable AND quotable.

Editor’s Corner: Avoid Press Release Buzzkill with George Orwell’s Writing Tips

By Rebecca Bennett, Editor, Business Wire Seattle While there’s plenty a PR pro can do to draw attention to press releases – solid SEO terms, attractive multimedia, for example –  simple language should not be underestimated.  Straightforward language in the body of a release can be a big asset in establishing credibility and gaining traction.  Those writing press releases should avoid buzzwords [...]

Upcoming Business Wire Events: Meet the Media in Chicago, Crisis Comm in Atlanta, Visit Bloomberg in Toronto

Wake Up With the Chicago Media Hosted by Business Wire Chicago Rise and (make your pitches) shine! Join Business Wire Chicago for breakfast and meet the producers and editors from some of Chicago’s most sought-after outlets. Find out who wants to be pitched via social media, how you can make a great first impression and [...]

Don’t Let Your Press Releases Get Lost Without Translations

Don’t let your press releases get lost without translations just because you’re in a hurry. Translations pay off for international news copy.

Editor’s Corner: How to Bring Social Media into Your Press Release

Editor’s Corner: Tips for bringing social media into your press release and getting you message found, seen and shared

Daylight Saving Time And Other Timing Tips for Your Press Releases

Daylight Saving Time springs forward this Sunday. Don’t forget to factor the spring tradition into your press release timing. Here’s some tips that might help.

Upcoming Business Wire Events: Meet the Media of Richmond, Learn About Powerful Pitches in Cleveland

Meet the Richmond Media Hosted by Business Wire Washington, DC Join Business Wire DC for breakfast and a panel discussion with Richmond editors and reporters. Jon Newman of The Hodges Partnership will moderate the panel, including: Scott Bass, News Editor, Style Weekly; Rachel DePompa, Richmond Reporter, NBC12; Gregory Gilligan, Business Editor, Richmond Times-Dispatch; and Susan [...]