Wikipedia for PR: How to Navigate the Rules Like a Pro
If you're in public relations, you already know that Wikipedia is a double-edged sword—both an incredible opportunity and a potential PR disaster. Consumers trust Wikipedia for unbiased, verified information, making it an attractive platform for marketers. However, when PR professionals jump into editing without understanding the rules, it often backfires.Â
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Mastering Wikipedia for PR: Avoiding Pitfalls and Embracing Best Practices
In this video, we'll guide you through the dos and don'ts of representing your clients on Wikipedia. You'll learn:Â
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- Why Wikipedia's policies exist and how they align with U.S. laws like the FTC's Endorsement Guidelines.Â
- How to avoid common pitfalls that scream "PR copy" to experienced Wikipedia editors.Â
- Strategies to create content that adheres to Wikipedia's guidelines while staying under the radar.Â
From over-polished writing to corporate buzzwords and SEO tactics, we’ll break down the traps that lead to tagged, reverted, or deleted content. Discover how to swap your PR mindset for a volunteer editor’s approach, ensuring your work is encyclopaedic and policy-compliant.Â
Don't let Wikipedia become your PR nightmare—watch now and learn how to do it the right way!
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If you're in public relations, you already know that Wikipedia is a double-edged sword—both an incredible opportunity and a potential PR
