{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/5dcc39baa20b6b9503a07b26/68432dd11dd9d3b33fad6826?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Breaking Tech Clients into Mainstream Publications with Mike Atkinson","description":"<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p><p>- AI's role in cybersecurity</p><p>- Building relationships with reporters</p><p>- Crafting the perfect pitch</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Episode Timeline:</strong></p><p>2:20\t\tWhat are the biggest stories in cybersecurity?</p><p>3:30 \tAI's threats to cybersecurity</p><p>5:20\t\tCrisis communication in cybersecurity</p><p>7:45\t\tHow does Mike stay informed on such a fast-moving industry?</p><p>9:45\t\tBreaking into mainstream media</p><p>11:45\tThe art of newsjacking&nbsp;</p><p>12:45\tAI in the workforce</p><p>14:40 \tBuilding relationships with reporters</p><p>16:30\tCrafting the perfect pitch</p><p>20:20\tMike's thought leadership philosophy</p><p><br></p><p>This episode’s guest:</p><p><br></p><p>• <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeatkinsonpr/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Mike Atkinson on LinkedIn</a></p><p>• <a href=\"https://www.aboutsage.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Sage's Website</a></p><p>• Mike's email: MAtkinson@AboutSage.com</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe and leave a 5-star review:&nbsp;</p><p>https://pod.link/1496390646</p><p>Contact Us!</p><p><br></p><p>•\tJoin the conversation by leaving a comment!</p><p>•\tFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn!</p><p>Thanks for listening!</p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Global Results Communications"}