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Less “let’s go viral” and more “let’s build community”

Communications Conversations

While Holmes talked about how we’re in the midst of transitioning to a post-social-media landscape, I envision another stark trend: The comeback of community. As Holmes states, years ago the frequent ask from brands and clients was: “We want this to go viral.” First, go back to 2010. It got bigger.

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News publishers playing catch-up with Gen Z audiences

Wadds Inc.

Rebecca investigated the news media habits and preferences of Generation Z (born 1997-2010) in the UK. Opportunities exist for publishers and organisations with owned channels to tailor content, channels and communities to Gen Z's interests. The work was funded and published by the CIPR Research Fund.

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Who is Generation Alpha and How Can We Market to Them?

5W PR

Generation Alpha, born between 2010 and 2025, is the first generation to fully embrace the 21st century from birth. For brands looking to connect with this tech-savvy and diverse generation, understanding their unique characteristics and preferences is essential for marketing to Generation Alpha.

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How the New York Public Library’s Blog Mobilizes Communities

Cision

The term “content marketing” casts a wide net when it comes to ways to promote and publicize a brand or organization. However, blogging is one of the leading tools in any brand’s content marketing strategy. And for nonprofit organizations on a budget, blogging can often be the most effective way to engage and mobilize communities.

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Corporate PR Index: Two Cool New Indices Track Corporate Reputations and Risk Exposure to Misinformation [PR Tech Sum]

Sword and the Script

According to the company, the index tracks the misinformation exposure risk facing “the world’s most valuable brands.” Pulsar cautions, the “risk score does not necessarily indicate that false news about the brand has been identified.”. Meltwater rolls out an online customer community. So, it is with money. Content picks.

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Bringing Open Community To Public Relations

Waxing UnLyrical

Because if there’s one thing I believe takes public relations from good to great, it’s when your audiences start becoming your community through the relationships you develop with them. But I was curious to see how Maddie and Lindy perceived not just Open Community , but its juxtaposition with public relations.

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The Influence of Influencers: Ways Healthcare Brands Can Leverage Their Impact

Cision

Brands need to keep these truths in mind when considering engaging with someone who is opinionated and who has a lot of social media followers. Social Influencers: Observations for Healthcare Brands. Obviously you want your brand to be aligned with key influencers in your market. Assets can become liabilities over time.