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When Corporate CEOs Challenge The President

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Much of the corporate advocacy we’ve seen has been in response to issues in the news, like the state-sponsored bathroom bills or the #takeaknee movement among NFL players. But social advocacy works best when it grows out of existing corporate values and the strategies and tactics that communicate them.

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When The CEO Should Be The PR Spokesperson

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

For those who said they did plan to speak publicly about issues, the most pressing topics named were data privacy, healthcare, and diversity and inclusion. It’s good news that corporate leaders are starting to appreciate the power of social media, but progress has been slow. To show leadership during a serious crisis situation.

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PR Tactics To Differentiate Your Brand

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Instead, the PR agency or team should work with leadership to commit to a strict definition of the brand voice — and it should come from a place of authenticity. We’ve found success in mini-conferences we call thought leadership panels. Aspirational or emotional? Do some (real) good. SaaS company Box Inc.’s

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Analyzing First Responders In Crisis PR

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

First statements say a lot about what a brand stands for, and they reflect on the quality of its leadership. Facebook’s response to the recent data privacy controversy was immediate – so immediate that it happened the day before the scandal broke. As with a first impression, you never get a second chance to issue an initial response.

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4 Ways PR Creates Brand Attachment

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Especially in today’s atmosphere of increasing corporate activism , a company that takes a stand on a controversial topic can create lasting bonds with customers – even if it alienates others in the process. PR is a primary tool for corporate speech on social issues. But the storytelling should go beyond the founders and employees.

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Controlled Chaos: 86 Comms Pros Explain How Communications Work Has Changed

Sword and the Script

The role has required expansion of the previous need to be a generalist who is knowledgeable on business topics, to being one who can effectively take on a business leadership role where needed.”. More responsibility given the pandemic, working remotely, leadership being asked to speak out on social issues, DEI, and ESG.”.

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What to Do When Your Internal Communications Goes External

PRSay

Today, the danger is not just that employees can forward materials to external audiences with a simple keystroke. Make sure you invest in secure communications systems and training (don’t assume your employees know better than to click that “reset password” link in that shady email), and create a corporate culture that values your staff.

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