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Breaking Tech Clients into Mainstream Publications with Mike Atkinson
Manage episode 490715428 series 3237790
Mike Atkinson, an account director at Sage Communications, discusses the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and the role of public relations in managing crises and media coverage. He highlights current trends, including the impact of AI on cybersecurity threats, the importance of crisis communication plans, and strategies for breaking into mainstream media. Mike also shares insights on effective pitching and the significance of building relationships with reporters to enhance thought leadership in the tech industry.
Key Takeaways:
- AI's role in cybersecurity
- Building relationships with reporters
- Crafting the perfect pitch
Episode Timeline:
2:20What are the biggest stories in cybersecurity?
3:30 AI's threats to cybersecurity
5:20Crisis communication in cybersecurity
7:45How does Mike stay informed on such a fast-moving industry?
9:45Breaking into mainstream media
11:45The art of newsjacking
12:45AI in the workforce
14:40 Building relationships with reporters
16:30Crafting the perfect pitch
20:20Mike's thought leadership philosophy
This episode’s guest:
• Mike Atkinson on LinkedIn
• Mike's email: [email protected]
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281 episodes
Manage episode 490715428 series 3237790
Mike Atkinson, an account director at Sage Communications, discusses the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and the role of public relations in managing crises and media coverage. He highlights current trends, including the impact of AI on cybersecurity threats, the importance of crisis communication plans, and strategies for breaking into mainstream media. Mike also shares insights on effective pitching and the significance of building relationships with reporters to enhance thought leadership in the tech industry.
Key Takeaways:
- AI's role in cybersecurity
- Building relationships with reporters
- Crafting the perfect pitch
Episode Timeline:
2:20What are the biggest stories in cybersecurity?
3:30 AI's threats to cybersecurity
5:20Crisis communication in cybersecurity
7:45How does Mike stay informed on such a fast-moving industry?
9:45Breaking into mainstream media
11:45The art of newsjacking
12:45AI in the workforce
14:40 Building relationships with reporters
16:30Crafting the perfect pitch
20:20Mike's thought leadership philosophy
This episode’s guest:
• Mike Atkinson on LinkedIn
• Mike's email: [email protected]
Subscribe and leave a 5-star review:
https://pod.link/1496390646
Contact Us!
•Join the conversation by leaving a comment!
•Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn!
Thanks for listening!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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