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Wahiba Chair, MBA @wahibachair.com · 26/03/2026
Interested in exploring #BlueskyForLearning? @elvafisher.bsky.social and I will share our study results and best practices at the @stukent.bsky.social Digital Summit: stukent.com/stukent-digital-summit-teaching-marketing-in-the-modern-classroom/ @rose.bsky.team @jay.bsky.team #AcademicSky #EduSky
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
#UCWCOMM205 I just wanted to say Good Luck to everyone with their final presentations! I know you all are going to be amazing! @wahibachair.com
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
#UCWCOMM205 Final project presentations are coming up! 🎤 Practicing is key to success. How are you preparing? I like practicing in front of a mirror—it helps me keep my head up and engage with the audience! How are you practicing for your final presentation? @wahibachair.com
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
#UCWCOMM205 The End is Near! 😉 The term is almost done! Take a minute to reflect. Please share with us how your writing has improved. @wahibachair.com
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
#UCWCOMM205 Great writing starts with great research. Dig into the details—background, expert insights, real-world examples. The better your prep, the stronger your story. Where would you go for research if you had to write a feature story about a local animal shelter? @wahibachair.com
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
#UCWCOMM205 A vital element of writing a speech is knowing your audience! You would have a different message for a room full of entrepreneurs versus a room full of retirees. Check out these other tips from Laura Sullivan. Which tip stood out to you? buff.ly/dHNMN5f @wahibachair.com
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Preparing great speeches: A 10-step approach | Sullivan | College & Research Libraries News
Preparing great speeches: A 10-step approach
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
#UCWCOMM205 Show, don’t tell—this is a tip from this archived New York Times article. Instead of saying someone is kind, paint a picture with actions, words, and observations. Careful details bring profiles to life. What tip stood out to you? buff.ly/EBALU7A @wahibachair.com
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How to Write a Profile Feature Article
How to Write a Profile Feature Article
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
#UCWCOMM205 When writing a speech, ensure your goal is at the forefront of your mind. Are you trying to inspire? Encourage? Correct? Or inform your audience? Your goal shapes the tone and direction of your speech. Clarity of purpose ensures resonance with your audience. @wahibachair.com
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
#UCWCOMM205 One of my favourite speeches is this TED Talks from Tasha Eurich on self-awareness. By becoming more self-aware, we can increase our personal growth and development. Tell me what your favourite speeches are and why.
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Increase your self-awareness with one simple fix | Tasha Eurich | TEDxMileHigh
Self-awareness has countless proven benefits -- stronger relationships, higher performance, more effective leadership. Sounds pretty great, right? Here’s the...
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
#UCWCOMM205 Longform is a podcast that interviewed over 500 reporters and journalists. Each episode relives the reporters' process and how they were able to break the story. Pick an episode. What did you learn about their interviewing techniques?
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Longform
Longform.org posts great new and classic non-fiction articles, curated from across the web.
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
Writing a speech isn't just about words—it's about connecting with your audience. Focus on clarity, emotion, and impact. How would you ensure your speech is memorable and meaningful? #UCWCOMM205 #SpeechWriting
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
#UCWCOMM205 A great story is in the details. @muckrack.bsky.social reminds us that active listening leads to richer quotes and deeper insights. Active listening turns interviews from a list of questions to a deep conversation.🔗https://buff.ly/d3hfHQx
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
#UCWCOMM205 Press releases are your story’s bridge to the media—make it strong! 🌉 Solve It Like a Marketer shares top tips to build a press release that gets noticed. 🚀 Watch the video and share your biggest takeaway! 🎥👇
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How To Write A Press Release For An Organization 📣 🌎 🗞 #PressRelease #PublicRelations
In today’s day and age getting the attention of journalists isn’t easy.You can’t just put a press release out there and hope it gets picked up.There needs to...
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
#UCWCOMM205 Want to be a better interviewer? It’s all about the questions you ask. Learn how to craft them like a pro with @nbcuacademy.bsky.social video 🎤⭐ Who would be your dream interview guest, and what’s the first question you’d ask them? 🤔
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How to Ask Great Interview Questions
Interviewing is one of the most important skills in a journalist’s toolkit. Improve your interviewing skills with tips from TODAY anchor Craig Melvin. NBCU A...
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
#UCWCOMM205 If you Google "How to conduct an interview for a news article." For any article you open, the number 1 tip will be BE PREPARED! Why do you think that is so important for conducting an interview?
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
#UCWCOMM205 Cision (newswire.ca) shared a great article about writing a press release. Their K.I.S.S (Keep it super simple) tip is a must for any press release. What tips stood out to you?
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How to Write Great Press Release | Canada Newswire
Discover the powerful potential of press releases and learn how you can get started creating successful press releases for your business with Newswire.
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
#UCWCOMM205 A great social ad = A great first impression. 💡 Use curiosity, urgency, or emotion to hook your audience in seconds! Think of your favourite brand. What strategy do they often use? @wahibachair.com
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
#UCWCOMM205 NewsWire has a great video about understanding press releases and using the inverted pyramid. Check it out! And share your thoughts! buff.ly/3QpHTmO @wahibachair.com
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UNDERSTANDING PRESS RELEASES | How to Write a Clickworthy News Story Using the Inverted Pyramid
Have a really interesting piece of company news or some industry expertise you'd like to share with the online community? Writing a press release using the I...
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
#UCWCOMM205 Ever clicked on a social ad? Be honest. 😏 What made you engage—the visuals, the copy, the offer? Let’s break down what works! @wahibachair.com
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
#UCWCOMM205 #UCWCOMM205 Having a Public Relations strategy is important for any organization. This LinkedIn article outlines some critical steps to have a solid PR plan. Are there any other steps you would add? buff.ly/436i5DX @wahibachair.com
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
#UCWCOMM205 The lead sets the tone for your entire piece—hook your readers with something compelling! Should you start with a question, a bold statement, or a surprising fact? What’s your go-to strategy for writing a strong lead? #JoinTheConversation #ShareYourThoughts
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
#UCWCOMM205 CTAs drive engagement and impact! Whether it's “Read more,” “Join the conversation,” or “Support the cause,” a strong CTA guides readers on what to do next. @officialgrammarly.bsky.social shares great tips on writing effective CTAs—what stood out to you?
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50 Effective “CTAs” (Calls to Action): Tips and Examples
The power of a well-crafted call to action is the key to meeting your sales goals. You can write about a topic all you want,…
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
#UCWCOMM205 Creating attention-grabbing subject lines for email newsletters is crucial. Here’s one that caught my eye! “Howling Good News & Summer Fun at the Sanctuary!” It is from a Wolfdog Sanctuary. Would it grab your attention? Why?
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
#UCWCOMM205 LinkedIn shares this article on writing compelling calls to action for social media. Check out the comments from contributors who shared valuable insights. Which comment stood out to you?
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How do you write irresistible social media calls to action? | Social Media Marketing
Learn how to use action verbs, value propositions, urgency, personalization, and testing to craft compelling social media calls to action for your campaigns.
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
#UCWCOMM205 Mailchimp shares 7 tips for creating catchy email subject lines. What caught my eye was that Capitalization can help slightly! Which tip stood out to you?
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How to Write Catchy Email Subject Lines | Mailchimp
Good subject lines can lead to higher open rates. With so much pressure on the subject line to entice the potential reader, we thought it would be interesting to see how much of a difference a single…
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
#UCWCOMM205 🚀 You’ve got 3 seconds to hook your reader—or lose them. ⏳ The Public Relations Society of America breaks down how to craft leads that grab attention! Check out these expert tips! 🔗👇
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Tips for Writing Effective Leads
The success of your content all rides on the critical first step — creating an effective, engaging and meaningful lead that draws your reader in and inspires them to continue to the rest of the copy.
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
#UCWCOMM205 🚨 Take a look at this recent Alberta news story from @globalnews.ca.web.brid.gy Does the lead grab your attention and deliver the key details fast? Share another great news lead!📰👇
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‘I was speechless’: St. Albert protest condemned by community leaders, RCMP now investigating | Globalnews.ca
In a news release, the RCMP said officers responded to the protest on St. Albert Trail just after 11:45 a.m., when they were first alerted to it.
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
#UCWCOMM205 Writing news?📰 Cut the fluff. ✂️ Keep sentences between 20-25 words for better readability and impact. ✨ Clear writing = better storytelling! ✨ Why do you think short sentences work best? 🤔
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
#UCWCOMM205 @nbcuacademy.bsky.social and Chuck Todd has a great video about attribution, On-the-Record & Off-the-Record. What is your biggest takeaway?
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On-the-Record and Off-the-Record, Explained
Attribution is very important in news. But what does off the record mean exactly? Meet the Press anchor and NBC News political Director Chuck Todd explains r...
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
#UCWCOMM205 Grabbing the readers' attention is vital for any news article. That is why the lead is so crucial in drawing the reader in. This @npr.org training article outlines how to capture the reader's interest.
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A good lead is everything — here’s how to write one
The lead is the introduction — the first sentences — that should pique your readers’ interest and curiosity.
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
#UCWCOMM205 and @wahibachair.com With the New Year and New Term, let's discuss our goals! ✨ What are your learning aspirations for this class? 🤔 I'll start: 1) I want to get to know @bsky.app better, and 2) I aim to improve my skills in creating clear, concise, and engaging posts!
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 21/01/2025
The Three C's: Correct, Clear, and Concise are crucial for effective writing. @buffer.com shares a fantastic piece on the impressive features available to users of @bsky.app buff.ly/3OhqVXe #UCWCOMM205 How does the author of this article use the Three C's? #ShareYourThoughts
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All of Bluesky’s Features and How to Use Them
All the features on Bluesky, plus how to use them.
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Elva @elvafisher.bsky.social · 21/01/2025
Hello #UCWCOMM205 I am so excited to join you in these online conversations! I'm eager to explore many key aspects of media writing and learn to navigate this new social platform @bsky.app with you all!
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