Flack's Revenge

AUGUST 6, 2019

Should brands take a stand? So, what’s a brand (and their top execs) to do? Fence-sitters might alienate those who want to know the brand’s political and social colors. This month, the environmental advocacy group Mighty Earth released a report titled “Cargill: The Worst Company in the World.”. 50 Shades of Woke.

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Corporate Brand Branding Agriculture 198

Communications Conversations

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

One big trend I see accelerating in the social media world in 2019 is the move to more “community” and less “let’s go viral” It’s something I talked about in my trends presentation I put together that I’ve given now to five different groups in the Twin Cities. And, it’s an ACTIVE group.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 6, 2020

The first Friday of March is National Employee Appreciation Day , when companies thank the everyday heroes who keep their business going. At Crenshaw, we have a great group of people who constantly go above and beyond what is expected of them. Try a WFH policy. Free lunch on the boss. Organize a company lunch once a month.

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Cision

MAY 25, 2017

This post is an excerpt from the e-book, Listen: 5 Social Audiences Brands Can’t Afford to Ignore. A brand is made up of the people who represent it. In the age of social media, brands are quick to try to distance themselves from employees on social media. This is dangerous in two ways. No charge at all.”

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5W PR

JUNE 5, 2023

As a result, companies are increasingly adopting sustainable packaging practices in order to reduce their environmental footprint and improve their brand image. That means sustainable packaging can improve a company’s PR and brand image. Many of them have started seeking out products and brands that align with their values.

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NewsWhip

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

We discussed our latest brand crisis research around misinformation, worker strikes, and vaccine mandates and the key features of public and media interest during the October episode of the NewsWhip Pulse. Reaching out to the key news sources to correct the record early on is paramount to effectively manage misinformation directed at a brand.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Beauty aficionados aren’t just buying beauty products, they’re seeking experiences, belonging, and brands that resonate with their values. The best way for brands to connect with these customers is to avoid generic marketing strategies and delve into the captivating world of strategic PR, tailor-made for this coveted crowd.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 18, 2018

While top-tier marketing and advertising are valuable, associated PR campaigns can help propel a brand to the next level of emotional attachment. You feel connected to these brands. Some customers are initially attracted to certain brands because they like their ad message. 4 ways PR creates brand attachment.

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NewsWhip

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

One article in particular was able to capture so much public interest that it ended up being the biggest brand story in August, sneaking into the line up as it was published on the last day of the month. . Let’s take a look at what other brands and stories stood out in August. Apple employees voice opinions on returning to the office.

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Mindful Marketing

SEPTEMBER 11, 2022

However, in an era when brand-building is of utmost importance, shouldn’t companies have a say in the looks of those they pay to be the faces of their firms? Shouldn’t these organizations have a say in how their employees look? Is it legal for Disney to be so prescriptive with its employees’ looks?

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5W PR

OCTOBER 20, 2020

While some brands like Ben & Jerry’s, Timberland, and Nike have been espousing various causes for years, recent events have greatly accelerated this movement, among many others. 93% believed that brand purpose would increase consumer trust and loyalty, while 88% felt doing so would differentiate them from their competition.

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Brand Branding Survey Study 88

Stern + Associates

MARCH 31, 2023

Don’t get me wrong, creating timely and relevant content is a big part of effectively promoting your brand online, especially when it comes to social media. A lot of content today, particularly from brands, is simply adding to the noise. And employee re-shares of company content have a click-through rate of 2.1x

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Onclusive

JANUARY 25, 2024

Here are four ways to leverage media analysis to gauge your brand’s performance and uncover valuable data to gain a competitive edge. Dive into Sentiment Analysis Harness the power of media sentiment analysis to gauge how audiences perceive your brand and those of your competitors.

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PRSay

AUGUST 25, 2020

Brands that do not include us and are not engaging with the LGBTQ community are starting to [be scrutinized] for why they are not being diverse and inclusive,” said panelist Rich Ferraro, chief communications officer for GLAAD, a non-governmental media-monitoring organization that fights the defamation of LGBTQ people.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 9, 2017

2017 has seen its share of public relations hits and misses, and staying on the “hits” side of the ledger is linked with maintaining brand trust. Brands keep finding ways to do well by doing good. Other brands, like United Airlines, have worked to repair a loss of trust. Companies like Yum!

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Sword and the Script

MAY 28, 2019

That’s the backdrop for brands considering taking a public stand on a political position. That’s not what we’re talking about here and in my observation, there have been more voices urging brands to take a political position. The ensuing narrative has been that “taking a stand is no longer an option for brands.”.

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Cision

MAY 31, 2017

And as marketers and storytellers, it’s up to us to not only get our brands in front of consumers but to also pique their interest instantly so they don’t scroll right on past. Upon snapping photos of them, participants were given the option to add a branded filter to their Snapchat photos. Captivate, Then Maintain.

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Victorious PR

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

That way, your brand image, and reputation are visible as the leader in your industry. Once you have the perfect team for your goals, understanding the benefits and how they will ensure long-term success and growth for your brand will help you know what you need. Firstly, it can help establish brand recognition and loyalty.

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Brand Branding Reputation Employee 52

Marketwired

MARCH 24, 2016

By now, many brands have discovered that investing in research about a new product, different markets, or among clients and champions, can bring great rewards and help shape a brand’s future. Many research tools are available, but focus groups can be valuable in getting insights into how a product may or may not work.

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Victorious PR

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

That way, your brand image, and reputation are visible as the leader in your industry. Once you have the perfect team for your goals, understanding the benefits and how they will ensure long-term success and growth for your brand will help you know what you need. Firstly, it can help establish brand recognition and loyalty.

Brand 52

Brand Branding Reputation Employee 52

Victorious PR

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

That way, your brand image, and reputation are visible as the leader in your industry. Once you have the perfect team for your goals, understanding the benefits and how they will ensure long-term success and growth for your brand will help you know what you need. Firstly, it can help establish brand recognition and loyalty.

Brand 52

Brand Branding Reputation Employee 52

Agility PR Solutions

MAY 16, 2019

Brands and businesses may be paying a hefty price for not properly locking down their messaging. The post Is poor communication diluting your brand story? How to get messaging on track appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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David PR Group

MARCH 16, 2020

Aside from its medical consequences, COVID-19 has the potential to hurt or even destroy your brand. The main one: If VRBO, which is owned by Expedia, doesn’t fully refund travelers impacted by COVID-19, the brand will likely not survive this crisis. Being unreasonable during a time of national emergency is not soon forgotten.

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Communications Brand Branding Policies 106

5W PR

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

We’ve seen some large companies take positions on controversial issues and even brand some of their product lines to reflect their feelings. Now employees at several large and well-known companies are raising their voice and informing their employers how they feel about different social and political issues. Looking Ahead.

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Communications Conversations

OCTOBER 22, 2020

As we’ve seen for the last few years, brands are increasingly getting involved in societal issues–racial injustics, climate change and women’s rights, just to name a few. Now, brands are increasingly also getting involved in pushing out another important message: voting. Specifically, fashion brands.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 4, 2016

When done well it creates a public platform and builds brand visibility designed to resonate with customers. The right campaign can also humanize a corporate brand and engage individual customers and stakeholders in a powerful way by tapping their emotions. Millennials Rewards Principled Brands. Engage employees.

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Onclusive

JUNE 1, 2023

Forward-thinking brands are already embracing the strategic advantages that social listening tools can offer when it comes to managing brand reputation, crisis detection, and optimising comms strategy. This is crucial for understanding what topics are important to your many stakeholder groups.

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NewsWhip

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

But what does it mean for a brand to be authentic in 2019? Brands today are under scrutiny from their consumers more than ever before. The onus is on the company to espouse values early and clearly, and continue to hold themselves and their employees accountable to those stated values.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

PR, on the other hand, with its ties to reputation and crisis management, is thought to play a more defensive role, designed to protect the corporate brand. A strategic public relations campaign can build significant corporate and product brand value, especially over time. But it’s not a contest. A milestone event.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MAY 21, 2024

Research consistently demonstrates that employees with good mental health are more productive, engaged, and innovative. According to the Health Enhancement Research Organization (HERO), investing just a dollar in employee wellness can yield $6 in healthcare cost savings and increased productivity.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 13, 2023

How we can be the change As a person of color, I am drawn to companies with a diverse employee base. It’s a PR agency with fewer than 25 employees, and more than a third are people of color. When employees feel represented within a company by their colleagues, they are more likely to feel valued and motivated.

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Onclusive

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Corporate reputation has surpassed profitability in its importance to business success—today’s customers, employees, investors, and other stakeholders have many choices, and they are leaning toward companies with a stellar public image. Founder of the Virgin Group, investor and author. Richard Branson.

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Ethical Voices

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Joining me on this week’s episode is Ethan McCarty , the founder and CEO of Integral , an award-winning employee activation agency serving leaders of communications, HR, marketing, and technology. Ethical perils in personalizing employee communications. You’re creating that shared belief for 400,000 employees.

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Stern + Associates

MARCH 27, 2024

The current and future employee is now a key strategic audience. According to a recent report covering talent strategy by Manpower Group, 75% of employers are having difficulty filling roles. This changes the calculus somewhat; it adds another stakeholder group that was previously the domain of recruiters and HR.

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Strategy Communications Employee Groups 115

The Hoffman Agency

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

As semiconductor businesses expand their global reach, it becomes imperative for them to establish effective lines of communication with local employees and the communities in which they operate. In the past, semiconductor brand communications have often emphasized benefits while neglecting discussions about company values and impact.

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Agility PR Solutions

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Most people get into human resources because they want to help people, or they simply enjoy group environments and problem-solving. The post The PR of HR: 6 tips for becoming an HR rep employees can trust appeared first on Agility PR Solutions. Here are a few ways that you can become an HR representative that your […].

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Communications Conversations

SEPTEMBER 2, 2015

I currently work with a couple clients on managing and developing “Employer Brands” on social media. What that means, essentially, is developing a brand that will help retain and recruit the best and brightest talent for the company. It combines two loves of mine: employee communications and social media.

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