TODAY’S HEADLINES – 06.06.2019  
 
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SOCIAL MEDIA

Following backlash, YouTube vows to tighten its harassment policy

The video platform has suffered criticism following its decision not to ban a controversial commentator’s content but to restrict him from making money on the site.


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FROM THE ARCHIVES

5 phrases PR pros should never utter

Industry insiders already have work to do to counter negative views of the PR field. Avoid these sayings to keep from reinforcing negative PR stereotypes.


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JOBS OF THE WEEK

30 jobs in the PR and marketing world

The mountains in New York will be rocking to the sounds of country music’s top performers—and you could work for the record label of two of the headliners.



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PR

6 time-consuming PR tasks you should automate

You have plenty of responsibilities to handle without miring yourself in tedious, repetitive duties. You’re not a robot—so employ one instead. Use online tools, and free yourself up to be creative.


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RAGAN CONFERENCE ALERT

What stories do your infographics tell?

Join expert Bob Zeni for this virtual summit filled with tips to craft stronger visual narratives.


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PR

How to successfully pitch podcasts

Podcast audiences are a great, captive resource for PR pros looking to expand their reach. Here are some tips on working with these nascent media heavyweights.


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RAGAN AWARDS

Don’t miss this week’s Health Care PR and Marketing Awards deadline

Share the campaigns and projects that told your powerful health care stories. The extended deadline is Friday, June 7.



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MARKETING

How to visualize your ideal influencer

By using an influencer graph, you can make sure a potential influencer holds sway with your target audience and identify the content types and channels that are the best fit.


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SOCIAL MEDIA

Instagram enables marketers to boost influencers’ sponsored content

The social media app’s users will soon see posts in their feeds marketed as ‘paid partnerships’—even if they don’t follow the content creator.


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WEBINAR ALERT

Why you should be excited about the new AP Stylebook guidelines

Hear directly from a leading Associated Press editor how these changes will benefit writers.


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PR

Paid internships on the rise in PR industry

The PR Council mandates that its members pay interns for their work. The move follows increasing controversy about offering on-the-job experience as the sole compensation.



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CONTENT MARKETING

5 tips for creating content without eating up your workweek

Whether you’re composing informative blog posts or penning emails to drive business objectives, these techniques can help you streamline the process without sacrificing quality.


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WRITING & EDITING

Test your knowledge of famous literary phrases

Writers often rely on common language constructions to excite and enthrall readers. However, do they always know where these phrases come from?


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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY

Where to relax this summer without sacrificing sales

Bring your marketing, PR or social media solution to senior-level executives in scenic Vermont.


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