Waxing UnLyrical

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

Social media and crisis communications has become one of the fastest growing areas of both practice and research for today’s communication landscape. Additionally, “over half of respondents (52%) feel that the benefits of using social media as a crisis communications tool outweigh the risks” (page 4).

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Crisis Communications Social Media Crisis Communications 40

Sword and the Script

APRIL 23, 2019

But a new survey out of the Center for Public Relations at USC Annenberg shows that isn’t happening among some PR pros and corporate communicators. The annual survey polled 210 CEOs, 1,583 PR professionals and 378 students with an eclectic mix of questions to develop the 2019 Global Communications Report.

Technology 128

Technology Study Communications Survey 128

Prohibition

JANUARY 17, 2022

With the recent increase in the use of social media in crisis situations, organisations across all sectors need to understand the benefits of incorporating it into their crisis plan. In fact, most experts agree that social media needs to be treated as a vital part of any company’s crisis communication plan.

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Prohibition

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Brands and businesses know how important it is to protect their reputation. In the midst of a crisis, reputations that have been so hard to build can be easily destroyed and the effects can be hard to undo. It doesn’t take much to provoke a crisis, sometimes just a simple mistake on social media can be enough.

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Crisis Crisis Management Reputation Crisis Communications 62

Solo PR Pro

OCTOBER 16, 2018

Gayle Lynn Falkenthal, APR of the Falcon Valley Group , recommends: “Check all current plans and update for 2019, including your strategic communications plan, crisis communications plan, and anything else relevant. Depending on their sector, some clients might balk at creating a crisis plan. Rose of DKR Communications.

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Shift Communications

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

Since the advent of the social media era, handling criticism has been one of the top requests made of PR professionals and agencies by brands and companies. Legitimate critics will complain about their experience in a way that reveals a discernible issue such as long wait times, poor customer service, etc. Do it quickly.

How To 84

How To Crisis Communications Crisis Customer Service 84

Prohibition

DECEMBER 17, 2021

When a crisis hits the news, we are reminded of a valuable lesson: that companies and businesses often have to act fast in order to prevent further damage from taking place. Crisis communications is an important aspect to tackle as a business owner. This guide is written to assist in every aspect of crisis communication.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 15, 2018

A crisis situation presents abundant challenges for public relations and business leaders, not the least of which are the critical first communications. First statements say a lot about what a brand stands for, and they reflect on the quality of its leadership. The language fits the Tesla brand: aloof, calculated, and confident.

Crisis 136

Crisis Privacy Airlines Facebook 136

Melissa Agnes

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

These attacks can and do come from anybody – from angry customers to unlawful competitors – and require legal and crisis communication expertise to manage. How safe and secure are these commonly used and often under-looked direct means of communication? Marketing / Pr / Communications. Customer service.

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Crisis How To Exercises System 203

5W PR

JUNE 15, 2020

Brands need to have a vibrant and active social media presence today. The latter includes direct, continual contact with fans and customers. The opportunity to engage, to solve problems, and to influence the narrative about and around the brand in the consumer public. That’s just a fact of doing business in the modern world.

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Prohibition

JANUARY 14, 2022

But you can guard against them by putting in place a PR crisis plan before they happen – and reacting quickly if your business is struck with bad publicity. What is a PR Crisis? A crisis could be triggered by an accident, a serious error, or an inappropriate action. What is a PR Crisis Plan? What is Consumer Sentiment?

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Crisis How To Crisis Management Crisis Communications 62

Shift Communications

AUGUST 28, 2017

Public relations, marketing, and communications aren’t known for their futurist perspectives. More often than not, we’re reacting to the latest and greatest, from crisis communications (when the news is bad) to rapid response/newsjacking (when the news is good). A Brief Recap of Predictive Analytics. Stay tuned! Christopher S.

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Analytics Software Technology Data 96

Cision

JUNE 3, 2015

It’s unlikely that you can do anything to avoid the instant virality of anything remotely salacious or damning to a company, its executives or its brand. The ability for a company to not only manage and survive a crisis, but to thrive skillfully, all depends on its focus and planning prior to the onset of that crisis.

Crisis 120

Crisis Construction Viral Reputation 120

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 17, 2015

Aside from the fact that customers are asking for such pieces there are a number of sound reasons to include customers in a B2B content marketing program, including: 1. People often buy from brands because it reflects well on themselves. People often buy from brands because it reflects well on themselves. Build loyalty.

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B2B Leadership Customer Service Content Marketing 60

Ishmael's Corner

APRIL 27, 2017

The Art Of Storytelling In Business Communications And Public Relations. Techniques For Effective Business Communications. I’ve certainly taken my shots at United over the years with posts ranging from “The Worst Customer Service Narrative in the History of Branding” to the recent “United Enters Third Stage of a.more.

Airlines 60

Airlines Storytelling Customer Service Communications 60

Melissa Agnes

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

These attacks can and do come from anybody – from angry customers to unlawful competitors – and require legal and crisis communication expertise to manage. How safe and secure are these commonly used and often under-looked direct means of communication? Marketing / Pr / Communications. Customer service.

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Crisis How To Crisis Management Exercises 100

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MAY 23, 2023

Increased use of artificial intelligence in travel: AI is already being used in various aspects of travel, from chatbots for customer service to personalized recommendations for accommodations and activities. Reputation management: PR helps manage the reputation of travel brands, including hotels, airlines, and tour operators.

Travel 40

Travel Tourism Airlines Hotels 40

Sword and the Script

JUNE 3, 2020

And it seems brands are rushing to weigh in. Brands are deeply saddened ,” as Edward Nevraumont wrote. “As As much as we personify brands, we need to remember that they cannot feel anything.” If one primary role of a communicator is to be the conscious of the organization, then this is a good time to voice that consciousness.

Product Launch 95

Product Launch Survey Banking Pharmaceuticals 95

Waxing UnLyrical

AUGUST 18, 2014

Carving out the Modern Day Communicator. Why: The new roles and responsibilities of the modern-day communicator can seem daunting. Why: In this post from the WUL vault, two very different attitudes to customer service and technology caused me to question whether too much technology makes us… well, you know.

Crisis Communications 75

Crisis Communications Software B2B Crisis 75

Waxing UnLyrical

APRIL 11, 2012

You are (quite literally) the face of your brand to a variety of audiences. So when you get a little nutty and have a naked public meltdown or go fruit loops on an airplane headed for Vegas…and you’re the pilot , it’s going to negatively affect your brand. Tarnishing your brand doesn’t have to happen in such a dramatic fashion.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

OCTOBER 20, 2015

I have been teaching communication/public relations courses for a decade, if you include the earlier years when I was a Teaching Assistant at Syracuse University and the University of Maryland. Most schools offer the basic courses such as Introduction to PR, Writing, Research, Campaigns, Case Studies, and Crisis Communications.

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Prohibition

JANUARY 7, 2022

Don’t think for a second that your company couldn’t be at risk for such a thing happening – let alone what kind of damage would befall your brand should an unforeseen event occur. This quote could not be any more true for crisis planning. What situations can cause a crisis? How important is crisis management?

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Crisis Management Crisis Reputation Financial 62

Critical Mention

AUGUST 21, 2018

However, responding with a short, sympathetic reply ensures the customer feels heard and shows your company’s commitment to your customers. Whether it’s a refund, store credit or a discount on their next order, it’s all about turning a dissatisfied customer into a brand advocate. Jolie Shapiro.

Customer Service 61

Customer Service Writing Financial Local 61

Cision

DECEMBER 14, 2015

you can expect only a small fraction of your potential audience will ever receive your communication, much less act upon it. In a crisis you may find yourself in a situation where rather than pushing information out to influencers, media and customers, instead they are attempting to pull information from you.

Crisis Communications 120

Crisis Communications Crisis Communications Facebook 120

Waxing UnLyrical

AUGUST 18, 2014

Carving out the Modern Day Communicator. Why: The new roles and responsibilities of the modern-day communicator can seem daunting. Why: In this post from the WUL vault, two very different attitudes to customer service and technology caused me to question whether too much technology makes us… well, you know.

Crisis Communications 40

Crisis Communications Software B2B Crisis 40

Mindful Marketing

JULY 15, 2015

Every brand must have a crisis communications plan. ” Every good PR team will have some kind of crisis communications in queue, and revisit it yearly to ensure it remains applicable and current in our constantly changing business and communications environment. .” You have to plan for the worst.”

Analytics 50

Analytics Measurement Crisis Communications Tools 50

Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 30, 2019

Vuelio named this blog the best PR and communications blog in 2019. A study called the Velvet Ghetto commissioned by the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) first called out the gender pay gap in the PR profession in 1986. The web has overhauled organisational communication and marketing. Happy New Year.

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Government Education Print Ethics 103

Onclusive

JUNE 29, 2018

This month, AirPR hosted the webinar “How to Protect Your Brand in a PR Crisis.” Moderated by Heidi Sullivan, President of HKSully Consulting, the webinar outlined best practices in the New PR world of rapid-response and all-way communication. From Facebook to Starbucks, no brand is safe from a communications crisis.

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Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

At first glance it seems great, the brand is seemingly benefiting with some organic lift stemming from its paid efforts. For example, bring your PR and customer service teams into the advertising planning process. Part of the reason people lose their minds about customer service on social media is pure frustration.

Advertising 60

Advertising Advertising Social Media Twitter 60

David PR Group

AUGUST 17, 2017

Social media and online reviews bring an incredible new level of accountability to the customer service equation. The internet enables consumers to reach out to companies and service providers in brand new ways, and I believe the transparency that exists because of these online tools is a great thing for commerce.

Airlines 54

Airlines Reputation Customer Service Social Media 54

Shift Communications

SEPTEMBER 26, 2014

Brand reputations can make or break a company; a few bad reviews or questionable comments on social media could turn away customers instantly. Of the many things that play into a brand’s reputation, there are a few that you have control over: customer service, your online presence, and corporate social responsibility.

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Reputation Brand Branding Customer Service 137

Waxing UnLyrical

NOVEMBER 22, 2010

When I was at Blogworld this year, listening to Todd Defren and Dave Fleet talk about how social media for PR has to be about building engagement year-round with people, around your brand or organization. better, more responsive customer service, or fundraising, or reaching younger stakeholders, etc.).

Community 82

Community Publicity Web Social Media 82

Newsfile

JANUARY 30, 2024

For example, ChatGPT will soon understand, interact and communicate using many different methods like text, images, video, audio and more. Examples of AI Prompts for PR Research Rank the top five best practices for crisis communication in the context of a healthcare industry scandal? and Salesforce.

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Trends YouTube Video Social Media 105

Prohibition

AUGUST 4, 2021

It can be challenging for companies to keep up with what customers are saying about them online, but it’s even more challenging when negative sentiment is directed at you or your brand! A single mistake online could ruin your brand’s reputation and cost you a lot of business; why take the chance?

Reputation 62

Reputation Company Engineering Banking 62

Cision

MAY 3, 2017

The $776 million loss in market capitalization from a stock falling 2% will get most airline CEOs out of bed and into the boardrooms, discussing how to prevent this crisis from happening to them. A pilot might only need a single indicator light to tell him or her that they are in a dangerous situation; apparently brands need millions of them.

Airlines 137

Airlines How To Engineering Radio 137

Stuart Bruce

JULY 23, 2017

There’s more scary stuff when it comes the actual results of the survey as it reveals some quite alarming behaviour amongst many ‘brands’. It says “More than half of brands say that influencers are vital to the success of their social programs, specifically for extending brand reach.”

Social Media 68

Social Media Media Customer Service Corporate 68

Communications Conversations

MAY 3, 2017

Let’s hear more from this PR Rock Star: You’re a senior communications specialist-social media for Boston Scientific. I would say my job is roughly 60% content (strategy and execution), 25% analytics/reporting and 15% community management. Read daily alerts and monitor brand accounts twice daily for comments, mentions, etc.

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Healthcare SMB Social Media Meeting 114