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The Practice of Public Relations
Fourteenth Edition
Chapter 1
Defining Public Relations
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Learning Objectives
1.1 To define the practice of public relations and underscore its importance as a valuable and powerful societal force in the 21st century.
1.2 To explore the various publics of public relations, as well as the field’s most prominent functions.
1.3 To underscore the ethical nature of the field and to reject the notion that public relations practitioners are employed in the practice of “spin.”
1.4 To examine the requisites – both technical and attitudinal – that constitute an effective public relations professional.
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Developing Skills for Your Career
Public relations knowledge and skills have value to all majors
Set communications objectives, strategies, and tactics that build support for ideas and goals
Bolster confidence in writing, speaking, and independent thinking
Approach decisions from a foundation of fairness and ethical conduct
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An understanding of the practice of public relations is important to all students, independent of their majors. Public relations is essentially focused on collaborative communications that help build mutually beneficial relationships, which are even more important for effective public relations in today’s connected world. The knowledge gained will include how to set communications objectives, strategies, and tactics. The skills gained will include writing, speaking, and independent thinking that motivates others to act. The book also emphasizes a foundation of fairness and ethical conduct.
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Opening Example: Public Relations Conundrum
Public relations has never been more powerful or valuable
Trump uses public relations techniques effectively
However, Trump does not adhere to public rel