Melissa Agnes

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

Editor’s Note: This is a great blog post that gives you an overview of what you can do, right now, to prevent a crisis. A social media manager loses their temper in a customer service post on Facebook. But, are they a crisis? How to avoid a public relations crisis. Not necessarily.

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Social Media Crisis Training Media 239

Cision

JULY 27, 2017

But there’s one aspect of your business that I’d encourage you to pay more attention to — brand situational awareness. Why Leaders & Execs Need to Know How Their Brand is Perceived. Consider that you take the temperature of your brand based on last quarter’s results. Talk to Customers & Employees.

Brand 231

Brand Branding Employee Data 231

Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Owned Media & Content Strategy Owned media consists of publishing content on brand-owned channels such as a customer-facing blog, email campaign, or social media outreach. Corporate communicators regularly work with stakeholders across the organization to develop and distribute pertinent info to employees and key affiliates.

Training 195

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 195

Sword and the Script

MAY 25, 2021

Brands earn customer trust in business by protecting their data, offering a reasonable value, focusing on the quality of their product or service and delivering good customer experiences. Trust in business is a currency that brands can’t live without. and has a margin of error of 3%. and 40% in the U.K.

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Brand Branding Survey Customer Service 108

Prohibition

JANUARY 24, 2022

Having a crisis communication plan in place ahead of time reduces confusion, ensures an effective communication flow, and improves messaging timeliness during or after a crisis. The basics of good crisis communications are the same for every company. The basics of good crisis communications are the same for every company.

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Crisis Communications Crisis Agency Communications 62

Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Owned media consists of publishing content on brand-owned channels such as a customer-facing blog, email campaign, or social media outreach. Corporate communicators regularly work with stakeholders across the organization to develop and distribute pertinent info to employees and key affiliates. Crisis Communications.

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Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

Prohibition

JANUARY 7, 2022

Crisis management is something every company needs to implement as part of its business processes. Without a documented plan, how would you handle a crisis? If you think you could never be the victim of a crisis, think again. If you think you could never be the victim of a crisis, think again. What is a crisis?

Crisis Management 62

Crisis Management Crisis Reputation Financial 62

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. I looked for similar news from VRBO. And found nothing. –John.

Communications 105

Communications Brand Branding Policies 105

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

The flipside of earned media is owned media: publishing content on brand-owned channels such as a customer-facing blog, Medium publication, and the like. Corporate communicators regularly work with stakeholders across the organization to develop and distribute pertinent info to employees and key affiliates. Speaking Engagements.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Prohibition

APRIL 7, 2022

It’s vitally important to keep on top of these trends, no matter how often they might change, if you want your brand to stay relevant and ensure your content resonates with your target audience. Facebook becomes the go to for customer services enquires and launches Facebook reels. Twitter users take a stand to call for action.

Instagram 62

Instagram Social Media Trends Media 62

Prohibition

APRIL 7, 2022

It’s vitally important to keep on top of these trends, no matter how often they might change, if you want your brand to stay relevant and ensure your content resonates with your target audience. Facebook becomes the go to for customer services enquires and launches Facebook reels. Twitter users take a stand to call for action.

Social Media 62

Social Media Trends Media Instagram 62

Newsfile

OCTOBER 24, 2023

PR professionals and investors agree the most significant benefit that accrues to companies with a positive corporate reputation is corporate brand loyalty. USC Annenberg Global Communications Report 2023 Not Being Transparent or Honest Customers are increasingly valuing honesty and transparency.

Communications 52

Communications How To Corporate Training 52

Critical Mention

APRIL 17, 2019

Today, nearly 90 percent of companies are using social media marketing and Dreamgrow reports over 60 percent of customers expect companies to offer customer service through their social channels. Brand humanization. Employee advocacy. Transparency. Stories are omnipresent. Organize quizzes. Thumbnail unification.

Social Media 156

Social Media Trends Media Instagram 156

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. Cris es – Be Prepared.

Crisis Communications 127

Crisis Communications Trade Shows Crisis Customer Service 127

Cision

OCTOBER 15, 2015

Ninety percent of brands have a presence on social media, but only 37 percent are listening closely to what their audiences are saying. Is your brand part of the majority of marketers risking failure? You can easily steer your brand towards success by implementing social media listening. Jeff Bullas. Scott Stratten.

Social Media 120

Social Media Media Employee Reputation 120

Sword and the Script

MAY 19, 2015

It seems to me the same is true of customer service. Every few years there’s a new book that forewarns of a customer revolution. Mass media, the web, social media were all destined to change customer service. Good customer service isn’t the rule, it’s an exception. And yet it hasn’t. Litmus test?

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Infographics Customer Service Exercises Software 60

Cision

JUNE 1, 2016

That’s the danger of not listening on social media to what’s being said about your brand. Social media is such an important tool for connecting with potential customers, and consumers are using it as a soapbox, for better or worse. If they’re talking about your brand — positively or negatively — you need to know what they’re saying.

Social Media 120

Social Media Media Customer Service Tools 120

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

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. Marketing can also involve market research, product development, and branding.

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Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 98

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.

B2B 60

B2B Leadership Customer Service Content Marketing 60

Sword and the Script

APRIL 23, 2019

a clear difference in the assessment of the top priority was observable: 44% of CEOs said selling products and services was the top communications goal while just 25% of in-house communicators identified sales as the top goal. Analysis: There’s been a real push in some circles of PR for brands to take a stand.

Technology 126

Technology Study Communications Survey 126

Critical Mention

APRIL 17, 2019

Today, nearly 90 percent of companies are using social media marketing and Dreamgrow reports over 60 percent of customers expect companies to offer customer service through their social channels. Brand humanization. Employee advocacy. Transparency. Stories are omnipresent. Organize quizzes. Thumbnail unification.

Social Media 61

Social Media Trends Media Instagram 61

PR in High Definition

JUNE 25, 2020

Why do we reach for the same brand in the supermarket? Start with your employees first because they are the window to your company’s soul, and if the team isn’t feeling it, then the customers certainly won’t. Throughout the pandemic you might have been offering reduced services, how did your customers react?

Reputation 75

Reputation Employee Leadership Product Launch 75

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 11, 2017

These early arrangements can include a junior in-house employee or possibly a “shared” situation where the PR function is wedged into marketing or even customer service. A company crisis is looming. At a certain point, most small businesses outgrow their first forays into public relations.

Company 136

Company Interviews Reputation Privacy 136

Beyond PR

JULY 28, 2017

But there’s one aspect of your business that I’d encourage you to pay more attention to — brand situational awareness. Why Leaders & Execs Need to Know How Their Brand is Perceived. Consider that you take the temperature of your brand based on last quarter’s results. Talk to Customers & Employees.

Employee 80

Employee Journalism Data Technology 80

PR in High Definition

JUNE 25, 2020

Why do we reach for the same brand in the supermarket? Start with your employees first because they are the window to your company’s soul, and if the team isn’t feeling it, then the customers certainly won’t. Throughout the pandemic you might have been offering reduced services, how did your customers react?

Reputation 48

Reputation Employee Leadership Product Launch 48

Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 30, 2019

It is firmly on the agenda of industry bodies and progressive organisations are talking steps to address it for employees. If you work in issues and crisis it can be especially acute. It’s a contradiction that Edelman suggests is contributing to a rise in activism among business leaders, employees and the public. What we do 5.

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Government Education Print Ethics 103

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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Crisis Communications Crisis Communications Crisis Management 62

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. But with social listening you can get a true, real-time view of brand perception.

Strategy 370

Strategy Communications Reputation Measurement 370

Sword and the Script

JULY 2, 2019

Writing on the company’s blog , Lindsey Woodward , who leads the client support team said, “Whether jumping on a call to assist in creating an internal newsletter or report for your boss or setting up new employees on the Meltwater platform, we want our clients to have personal and open communication with Meltwater.”.

Trends 60

Trends Media Report Technology 60

Sword and the Script

MAY 5, 2015

In my recent history, US Air pulled the same page from the airline customer service playbook, albeit my daughter was even younger then. She resented it because it put her – an employee – in the crossfire of a rightfully upset parent, but left her few options to deal with it. It is High Time to Regulate Airline Customer Service.

Airlines 60

Airlines Travel Customer Service Crisis 60

PR Fuel

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Below are some thoughts on employees, and the “boring” work of creating a business that succeeds with both engaged customers and employees – enjoy! Hiring the Right Customer Service Agents to Represent Your Brand. Your customer service agents are your front line employees.

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Training Employee Customer Service Crisis 40

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

PR 20/20

AUGUST 22, 2017

Human Resources is uneasy about adopting an employee social media policy. Sales is unsure of handing over its customer database for email marketing campaigns. Ownership and top executives are uncomfortable with greater transparency and personal brand management. Brainstorm contingency and crisis management plans.

Marketing 87

Marketing Resources Technology Internal 87

Cision

OCTOBER 16, 2017

I think some in the C-suite do know things like brand awareness are important and they kind of just feel it in their gut that it’s the right thing to do. We’re going to discuss the chatter about your brand among external sources, which is higher than ever, and that old chestnut about tightening budgets.

Media 202

Media Storytelling Technology Data 202

The Stalwart Blog

APRIL 26, 2020

What do you do when you’re embroiled in a crisis that maybe wasn’t of your making? He is a crisis PR expert, a friend of mine for many years. When you get involved in these things, how far are people into the crisis by the time you show up? What do you do when you get negative press? His name is Dave Oates.

Crisis 78

Crisis Local Facebook Social Media 78

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

They enable consumer brand marketers to connect with influencers who have large followings on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, in a straightforward transactional manner. I predict brands will look to the PESO model (which stands for paid, earned, shared and owned media) to make more of their owned media.

Marketing 187

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 187

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

PR practitioners have long helped clients amplify video content through social media promotion and earned media coverage, but they may be underusing video as branded content. As noted in our post on long-form content , a CEO can help influence a corporate image as well as build a personal brand through regular video communications.

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Video Case Study Agriculture B2B 149