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

Communications Conversations

Fewer people are talking about virality and shares, and more people are talking about community. First, go back to 2010. You were building a community. And you were engaging this community with interesting content (OK, maybe it wasn’t always interesting, but bear with me!). It’s a THRIVING community.

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The Extra Mile PR Strategy: Wow Your Customers

Doctor Spin

A family staying at the Ritz-Carlton on Amelia Island, Florida, experienced the hotel’s customer service when their son’s beloved stuffed giraffe, Joshie, was accidentally left behind. Stuffed giraffe shows what customer service is all about. Ritz-Carlton. 2012, May 17). link] Nordstrom. 3 Nordstrom, Inc.

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How the psychology of “engaging” on Twitter has changed

Communications Conversations

To level set, think back to 2010 for a second. At least not nearly as frequently as they did in 2010. So, where RTs and replies were common back in 2010, “likes” (previously Favorites) have become one of the more common social signals on Twitter. Two things: Broadcasting and customer service.

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“Join the conversation”–officially a dead internet phrase

Communications Conversations

Now, say what you will about Twitter (and people have said a lot lately ), but for brands, it’s generally regarded as a great customer service tool–and, as a result, ideal place to hold “conversations.” This is what Twitter was like from about 2007-2010. In my mind, a conversation is like a dinner party.

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Want Social Media Evangelizers? Be Social

Waxing UnLyrical

Waxing UnLyrical personal, possibly poetic, musings on public relations, media, communication, and everything in between About Shonali Want Social Media Evangelizers? Be Social September 7th, 2010 Tweet Today BNET published my second post, focusing on how companies can use social media to turn customers into evangelizers.

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What We Can Learn From PR Crises

Critical Mention

Takeaway: Tide did a great job combatting the crisis by using Twitter to reply to people having “trouble” with its products, telling them to contact their doctor or local poison center and also providing the company’s customer service number. We all remember BP. billion in fines. Until next time! Critical Mention. Jolie Shapiro.

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An “Interview” with ChatGPT: What is Public Relations? How Has PR Changed? Will Artificial Intelligence Replace Comms Pros?

Sword and the Script

This can include the media, customers, employees, and the general public. Public relations professionals create and maintain a positive image for their organization, often through the use of marketing, branding, and communication strategies. You can find the survey answers from 483 communicators here: PR measurement.