Deirdre Breakenridge

JANUARY 7, 2019

Social Media for Strategic Communication by Author, Consultant and Professor Karen Freberg is a book that’s jam-packed with strategy, creative techniques and communication tactics. Once again, you’ve published a resource that will guide many in their communication in 2019 and beyond!

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Social Media Communications Media Storytelling 269

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 22, 2023

Crenshaw Communications, an award-winning B2B PR firm representing high-growth technology companies and leading ad tech brands, recently welcomed former ad tech journalist Mez Ambachew and PR agency professional Elana Warshavsky to the team. Before Adweek, she served as a media technology analyst at Digitas North America.

Agency 156

Agency Communications B2B Enterprise 156

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 29, 2022

As B2B PR pros, we’re always looking for creative ways to tell a story. Or we may go with an embargo, which means offering the news to a wider pool of media targets at the same time. . It’s a common term in dating, but when it happens in PR, a job based around effective communication, it’s particularly frustrating.

How To 321

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wiredPRworks

MARCH 10, 2022

This was an interview I was so looking forward to – after all, Beth and I go way, way, way back to the early days when corporate communications was just making the transition to the first evolution of social media: the intranet. Listen in for ways to get creative when you communicate on social and IRL!!

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Cision

OCTOBER 23, 2017

Overreliance on analytics overshadows creativity, which can hinder your chances to earn more media. When you focus solely on optimizing for clicks or conversions, you miss the opportunity for the audience to emotionally connect with a clever or creative piece of content. People drive a brand, not analytics.

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Creativity Marketing Media Analytics 149

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 24, 2018

Some people don’t think of PR professionals as particularly creative – except when it comes to hatching wild PR stunts or gimmicks, like KFC’s fried-chicken-flavored nail polish in 2016. Yet creativity plays a part in much of a PR person’s daily work. 4 ways creative PR takes it up a notch.

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Creativity Small Business Storytelling Travel 174

Landis PR

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Public relations requires a variety of skills: strategy, communication, analytics and creativity. Those who excel in the strategic and analytical side may not have the same natural aptitude when it comes to creativity, and even the best strategy cannot save a bad idea. Creativity rarely strikes when conditions remain static.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 25, 2018

We are surrounded by an overwhelming amount of social media platforms, communication channels, and mediums of interaction, making hard to differentiate our unique ideas from messages that we have already seen. So, how do you stay creative when you are inundated with so many different platforms to promote your ideas?

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Creativity Technology Social Media Travel 171

5W PR

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Although the pandemic changed all of that, plenty of media relations professionals found a way to change their strategies according to the current situation. In the face of the incoming holiday season, most media outlets are still sharing stories related to the pandemic.

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Creativity Pitching Small Business Media 88

5W PR

JANUARY 26, 2024

These days, consumers aren’t going to be paying attention to the latest promotional effort from an oral hygiene brand unless it’s able to grab their attention with innovative and creative ways. Or, they could even launch a social media contest where the winners score a tropical getaway or some other prizes.

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Creativity How To Storytelling Consumer 78

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 17, 2021

88% of PR pros say creativity is more important in the era of Covid. I’ve spent the past few weeks breaking down the survey results from the 2021 JOTW Strategic Communications Survey ( overview , challenges and the media relations struggle ). PR places a premium on creativity in Covid era.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

JULY 3, 2018

It may be summer, but #PRStudChat, sponsored by Spin Sucks, is focused on strategic communications all year round. In the spirit of learning, even when school is out, our community will gather for a Twitter chat on July 19th at 12:00 p.m. ET to discuss social media and getting into the strategic communications mindset.

Social Media 150

Social Media Communications Media Community 150

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 3, 2021

In B2B public relations, we’re always trying to find ways to drive business and trade media interest for clients. When gaining media traction is challenging, how can PR pros generate media attention for the stories they want to tell? And not every business is a household name. Look globally for reactive news.

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Retail Media B2B Pitching 368

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 4, 2014

Constraint breeds creativity. It may seem counterintuitive, but the ingenuity of deftly navigating the most difficult of binds goes to show PR is often as much about problem solving as it is communication. Crisis communications has changed — and Mr. Wilde should get a raise. 6 Creative PR Ideas for Blended Media.

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Crisis Communications Creativity Crisis Communications 117

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 21, 2021

The social media landscape is constantly evolving, and PR pros must stay in step with trends and tactics. In fact, there are several social media approaches that should be reassessed as we enter 2022. The main goal of social media marketing is to generate a dedicated audience for your brand. Overlooking Facebook .

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Social Media B2B Media Video 323

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 30, 2021

Every PR agency team appreciates the importance of relationships with key media outlets and personnel. That requires thoughtful attention and a strong sense of how media work. But for familiar media contacts, knowing their interests and thoughts on major topics can expedite media opportunities. Stay up-to-date.

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Media Pitching Report B2B 333

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 22, 2021

Remember when the only social media platforms considered significant by PR pros were Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn? For many, they continue to be the trinity of social media. But by the end of this year, an estimated 3 billion people will be using social media, and not just on those three sites. New platforms can work for B2B PR

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Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 24, 2015

Organizations need communication professionals who have a raised creative quotient. You have to be more creative and innovative in your approach to connect and engage with audiences today. One question focused on whether creativity is inherent, or if it can be taught. The post Can You Teach Creativity?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Social media marketing and PR have recently become inseparable. That’s because social media plays a large role in most consumer and B2B PR programs. Organic content uses free social media tools to share posts, photos, videos, and stories with the people who already follow a given brand or individual. Here’s why.

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Social Media Media B2B Leadership 344

PRSay

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

But behind the scenes, it represents a shift in the industry, and one that your creative team can learn from. This holiday season, here are some gear ideas that can help take your creative team’s content from amateur to professional quality — without burning through your entire budget — thanks to some shopping-season deals: iPhones.

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Creativity Film Video Retail 148

Critical Mention

MAY 13, 2020

Public relations, marketing and social media professionals must find ways to bring creativity to the forefront of their communication strategies. While everyone has their own methods of communication, it’s advantageous to expand communication skills by finding inspiration in the advice of other notable communicators.

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Communications Radio Sports Social Media 158

Ishmael's Corner

DECEMBER 23, 2014

Everyone perceives advertising agencies as creative. The Super Bowl delivers three hours of programming that essentially turns into a promo for creativity in the ad biz. People also categorize the digital shops under creativity. Given the nebulous nature of creativity, it’s useful to define creativity with a PR frame.

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Creativity Communications Storytelling Transportation 122

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 22, 2020

As most PR agencies know, social media is not just for B2C companies anymore. They’re under pressure to differentiate their brand communications to reach high-priority audiences in more thoughtful and effective ways. With an audience now younger than ever, B2B communications is almost fully digital. Reaching the right audience.

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B2B Social Media Brand Branding 276

Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

ET, the #PRStudChat community will gather to discuss Creative PR and how smart PR today requires a combination of creative storytelling, powerful visual imagery and data-driven decision making. Uses social and content to amplify media placements. Partners with influencers to extend campaign reach. … Read more.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 9, 2020

(L-R: Dorothy Crenshaw, CEO; Marijane Funess, Media Relations Director; Henry Feintuch, PRSA-NY President). We earned the honor for our creative campaign that launched just before Valentine’s Day and urged consumers to “Break Up With Your Bank”and discover the advantages of credit unions.

Communications 156

Communications Banking Financial Creativity 156

Stephen Waddington

JUNE 23, 2020

In any normal year, this week would see the start of the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. Creative, marketing and PR industry events have either been postponed or moved online for at least 12 months. There's no need for industry awards for at least 12 months. I've written up the winners across all categories.

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Communications Conversations

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Yesterday, I gave my annual social media marketing trends presentation to a group of 100+ communicators and marketers across the country. I’m posting it here today in hopes it helps spark creativity for you and your team in 2023. With that, here’s 10 social media trends I believe you’ll see in the year ahead.

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Social Media Trends Marketing Media 186

Wadds Inc.

OCTOBER 5, 2023

United Nations public relations leader Melissa Fleming provides insights on communicating accurately and effectively to counter false narratives, inspire compassion and enable positive change. Just 13% of citizens globally have access to a free press, most get their news from social media platforms which prioritise engagement over accuracy.

Communications 98

Communications Crisis Social Media Storytelling 98

5W PR

JANUARY 26, 2024

How Influencer Relationships Strengthen Your Social Media Presence In the dynamic landscape of digital marketing, influencer relationships, and influencer relationship management have emerged as powerful tools for strengthening a brand’s social media presence.

Social Media 78

Social Media Media Storytelling Creativity 78

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 28, 2020

In a world of nonstop media, how can a PR professional cut through the noise to make a company’s brand stand out? It often comes down to the right media strategy. In our case, we focus on the best media approach to attract the attention of key technology journalists who want to cover the company and its story.

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Strategy Media Measurement Product Launch 287

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MARCH 5, 2024

With the so-called ‘collapse’ of major digital news outlets like Vice Media and BuzzFeed and the much-hyped decline of traditional news, then earned media no longer matters. Securing earned media is still the highest priority for most public relations professionals. Wait, what is earned media?

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Media Nonprofit Pitching Analytics 98

Shift Communications

OCTOBER 2, 2014

I did it for the challenge, but I knew that applying my traditional creative director background to the world of earned media came with uncertainties. I had always considered PR people to be incredibly smart, aggressive and socially savvy, yet I still wondered if it was really a launchpad for great creative.

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Creativity Construction Agency Social Media 141

Cision

AUGUST 17, 2017

Maximize the Impact of Your Earned Media Programs with Data-Driven Insights. It might seem hard to believe, but many communicators are still using methods and techniques that date back to the 1970s. Many PR pros still build media lists manually, and most lack the tools they need to properly analyze the performance of their campaigns.

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Communications Conversations

JANUARY 27, 2022

I’ve been giving this social media trends presentation now for I believe 5 years. I used to give it at Social Media Breakfast–you know, back when we saw people, had coffee together and shook hands! Yesterday, I gave this presentation to a group of 50+ communicators and marketers across the country.

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Social Media Trends Media Creativity 163

Doctor Spin

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Here are communications synonyms (with explanations). Have you ever wondered why public relations professionals often talk about communications (with an ‑s) instead of communication (without an ‑s)? And what are some communications synonyms? Here we go: Communications Synonyms Communications synonyms (and explanations).

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 13, 2021

Crenshaw Communications, a New York-based public relations agency specializing in B2B technology PR, is seeking a Senior Account Executive (SAE) to join our dynamic B2B technology team. Confident in communicating directly, clients now recognize the SAE as one of the go-to on the team. Strong communication skills.

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B2B Policies Case Study Enterprise 291

wiredPRworks

MAY 13, 2022

Does managing social media sometimes feel like running a marathon? Listen in as Allan Schoenberg, Chief Communications Officer at Vinson & Elkins, shares lessons from his job as a top communicator and his passion for running to help you enjoy your job more, stress less, and keep running in the race we call social media marketing.

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