March, 2019

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What Business People Should Know About PR

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Public relations is hot. Businesses from tech startups to nonprofits have come to recognize the value of a strategic PR campaign executed by a talented team. But PR’s popularity has given rise to some misconceptions. Here’s what every business person, from marketers to CEOs, should know about public relations. It can’t replace marketing.

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Micro vs. Macro Influencers

Deirdre Breakenridge

Don’t let the name fool you. Five Reasons Micro Influencers Can Be More Impactful For Your Brand. Social media marketing tactics seem to be taking over. In order to reach a large, targeted audience, brands are turning towards various platforms to increase brand awareness, exposure, and Return on Investment (ROI), often through social media influencers.

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Metromile Content Marketing Strategy Increases Owned Media Readership And Drives Measurable Sales

Onclusive

Producing quality content can be a challenge, but, even when you create that content, how do you know how impactful it actually is and whether it makes a difference for your brand? Traditional PR measurement methods may give us a view into how popular certain content is, but not how it drives engagement, sales or brand reputation in the marketplace.

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Three alternatives to top-tier publications

Ronn Torossian

Sometimes, top tier publications seem out of reach. It’s not always possible to get a piece or even a mention in publications that are highly sought after. Clients and managers have high expectations, that can be impractical and unattainable. While a piece in The New York Times might not seem in the cards, there are […]. The post Three alternatives to top-tier publications appeared first on 5WPR CEO Ronn Torossian Founder's Blog.

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Peter H. Paulsen’s Inspiring Tale Continues to Resonate in 2024

Two years after its initial release, Peter H. Paulsen’s book, From Brick and Mortar to Prosperity, continues to inspire readers around the globe.

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How to Stand out at a Noisy Trade Show (MWC Field Guide)

Flack's Revenge

I am often asked by clients how to build trade show buzz and booth traffic. It can be especially challenging when you’re a small startup with limited funds, as are most of our clients. They’re competing against well-known companies that have massive tricked out booths, and also trying to steal attention from other strivers. The difficulties of rising above show noise were never more apparent than at MWC, the annual mobile industry confab, which I attended last month in Barcelona.

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When Your PR Problem Isn’t About PR

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

For PR professionals, it’s interesting when a particular company or public figure is said to have a “PR problem.” Of course the term is used as shorthand, but it can signal that brand-watchers are misdiagnosing what’s really wrong. “Bad PR” generally means negative media coverage, but the coverage is often a symptom rather than the problem.

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Five Lessons in PR from Game of Thrones

Deirdre Breakenridge

A Guest Post By Priya Doshi, Professorial Lecturer, American University. Winter is almost here! Okay I know it’s officially spring now, but for fans like me of the hugely popular HBO series “Game of Thrones” (GoT), winter will arrive on April 14 when the show debuts its final season. For all the anticipation of shocking storylines and complex character clashes, I’m also avidly awaiting the lessons the show offers on strategic communication.

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Share of Voice Gets A Big Data Makeover: Meet The Improved Power of Voice™

Onclusive

Increasingly in PR and communications, simply measuring the quantity of content that you publish or the number of earned media pieces you garner is not enough. Counting the number of articles that mention your brand and your competitors’ brands is not a reliable indication of the quality of your communications or its impact on your business. To truly measure which content is achieving their objectives, brands need a metric that incorporates quality and demonstrates what is working and what

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Tips for building and maintaining relationships with clients

Ronn Torossian

Building strong client relationships is essential to having a well-performing and sustainable PR business. A good client relationship might not only pave the road for return business, but it will also result in new business through recommendations and referrals. If you’re looking to build lasting relationships with your client, follow these tips: Cultivate rapport This […].

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Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?

Whether your organization is at the start of its sustainability and impact journey or years into it, many brands share a common concern: the uncertainty of whether they are sending stakeholders mixed messages. Creating content that speaks to your audience's “love language” can be a tricky dance. But, worry not! 3BL has put together tips to ensure that your content not only finds its rhythm but also resonates with your target audiences.

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Marketing and Brand Communication Strategies in Esports [E-book]

Prowly

In our e-book we want to show you the areas that PR and marketing agencies should be interested in and present the people who are interested in addressing communication activities to this group. The post Marketing and Brand Communication Strategies in Esports [E-book] appeared first on Prowly Magazine.

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Does Your Pitch Pass the 5-Second Skim Test?

PRSay

As any good real estate agent knows, location is everything. Even the most beautiful homes can seem unappealing if the neighborhood isn’t ideal. Location is just as important in PR pitches. Overall, it takes about 5 seconds to skim a pitch. Therefore, it doesn’t matter how great your story is; if you don’t have the right info in the right location, then your journalist is going to pass.

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Press Releases Aren’t Dead — But Do You Need One?

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

No, press releases aren’t dead. Despite what many PR pros say, the news release is still a reliable tool for sharing information with media. In fact, when I share information without a press release, the first question many reporters ask is, “Do you have a press release I can look at?”. So the press release is here to stay. But do you need a press release for your announcement?

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A FEEL-First Approach to Comms to Build Genuine Relationships [INFOGRAPHIC]

Deirdre Breakenridge

I’m on a research journey, because I believe you have to FEEL first to build genuine and caring relationships. When you FEEL (Face Fears, connect with Empathy, focus on Ethics and unleash your Love of the mission) it shows in your communication and you can connect on a deeper level, especially with younger generations. You can download the Infographic here on my blog, which details a FEEL-First Test with questions to answer before you communicate.

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Adapting to the Future: The Evolving Role of Crisis Management Firms in a Rapidly Changing World

As the Internet continues to grow and change, the role of Online Crisis Management firms is evolving. This article explores how these firms are adapting to the new topography of Online Crisis Management. Through interviews with industry experts and case studies, we uncover the key strategies and tactics that are driving success in this dynamic field.

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Convergence of Marketing & Comms: Insights From E*Trade, Dolby, BitGo,  Bank of the West

Onclusive

We have all been on the front lines of the convergence of marketing and communications, but the transformation has not been without challenges: cultural challenges, organizational design challenges and measurement challenges. At the recent Growth PR Conference from AirPR, leadership from E*Trade, Dolby, BitGo, and Bank of the West shared their personal experiences and thoughts on what works… and what doesn’t.

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How Cannabis Brands Can Improve Their Visibility

Ronn Torossian

Cannabis has increasingly become a focal point of international attention. In the United States, nine states have legalized cannabis for recreational purposes, and another 30 have legalized it for medical use. For entrepreneurs hoping to advance their brands, this boom in legal cannabis presents an incredible opportunity to convert media coverage into positive brand capital- […].

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Press Release Templates: For Any Occasion & Every Budget [Free Download]

Prowly

Press release distribution might be time consuming. That's why we have prepared a few templates to help you create effective press releases in no time. The post Press Release Templates: For Any Occasion & Every Budget [Free Download] appeared first on Prowly Magazine.

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The most stressful jobs of 2019—“PR Executive” ranked among Top 10

Agility PR Solutions

It’s a stressful world out there, no doubt about it—and some of the jobs that brave people do reflect that high stress level. It shouldn’t be surprising that life-or-death occupations like soldier, police officer, firefighter and airline pilot are ranked among the most stressful, but it might be a little off-putting to see that four […]. The post The most stressful jobs of 2019—“PR Executive” ranked among Top 10 appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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Communicating During a Crisis & Navigating the Chaos

Speaker: Shawna Bruce, Director of M.D. Bruce & Associates Ltd.

Are you ready to face the unexpected? When the stakes are high and the pressure is on, there's no time to waste - you must be prepared to communicate clearly and confidently. In today's unpredictable world, mastering the art of crisis communication is a must-have skill for any public relations professional. Whether you're facing a weather disaster, a cyber attack, or a PR nightmare, knowing how to craft a clear and compelling message can mean the difference between chaos and calm, confusion and

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PR Tactics To Show Company Values

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

PR is an essential business function for imparting a company’s values and beliefs to the public. Because earned media confers credibility, it can be decidedly more powerful than marketing and advertising. With the public too cynical to buy into ads trumpeting a company’s inherent beliefs, public relations offers that all-important third-party acclaim.

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Join #PRStudChat on March 21st to discuss #PR Curriculum 3.0 – What Communicators Need to Stay Relevant

Deirdre Breakenridge

Social media, data science, predictive analytics, news releases and comms plans – what do young communicators need to learn? In this month’s #PRStudChat, featuring Spin Sucks CMO and social media Professor Martin Waxman ( @MartinWaxman ), we examine the current PR and communications curriculum, ask what’s relevant, what’s a bit outdated, and what needs to be added to or changed.

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Share of Voice Gets A Big Data Makeover: Meet The Improved Power of Voice™

Onclusive

Increasingly in PR and communications, simply measuring the quantity of content that you publish or the number of earned media pieces you garner is not enough. Counting the number of articles that mention your brand and your competitors’ brands is not a reliable indication of the quality of your communications or its impact on your business. To truly measure which content is achieving their objectives, brands need a metric that incorporates quality and demonstrates what is working and what

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The Value of the Micro Influencer in Digital Marketing Campaigns

Ronn Torossian

With all of the attention, it seems, on influencers as the newest marketing secret sauce, there is also a buzz worthy conversation surrounding the notion of the micro influencer. These niche-oriented personalities with a highly engaged group of followers are becoming increasingly sought after as their value and potential is realized. But what is the […].

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Discover the Actionable Habits of the World’s Best Strategic Communicators

Communication professionals can sometimes face difficult questions from internal stakeholders about the impact of their PR marketing initiatives. We know that nearly half of these professional say they need help with turning their PR data into actionable insights; and at least 20% don’t think they can measure their campaigns at all—but what if we told you all these obstacles can be easily combatted if you implement a few key habits.

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What to Do When Your Internal Communications Goes External

PRSay

Anything written inside an organization should be treated as if it could quickly go public. Today, the danger is not just that employees can forward materials to external audiences with a simple keystroke. Hackers can also find and release damaging internal correspondence and documents. There has, perhaps, never been a greater premium on the “propriety” aspect of “proprietary information.” So, what are the best ways to lessen the potential negative impacts of your internal communicat

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4 proven tips for recovering from a PR disaster

Agility PR Solutions

Sometimes in business problems occur, mistakes happen, and accidents mean that your PR can take a big hit. For your business not to suffer too greatly when problems happen to and around your customers and products, it’s hugely important to know how to recover from a PR disaster. The sooner and more proactively you can […]. The post 4 proven tips for recovering from a PR disaster appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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5 Ways To Ensure A Worthwhile Analyst Meeting

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

In today’s B2B PR , good analyst relations (AR) are essential. Technology analysts at firms like Gartner, Forrester and IDC can meaningfully shape the overall direction of a category and directly impact a B2B technology provider’s business. This can occur in two ways. First, most analyst firms publish in-depth research that potential clients and existing customers buy on an ongoing basis.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Social Media Analysis

Brand24

Social media analysis will help you get the most out of your social media strategy! Learn how to perform an analysis and bring your marketing to the next level!

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7 Ways to Deliver Groundbreaking Thought Leadership

Delivering Successful Thought Leadership Programs. In an increasingly crowded marketplace, a successful thought leadership program is a powerful tool to increase the profile of your brand. By developing compelling content that is authentic to your brand and offers something unique, you can become a trusted source and the ‘go-to’ expert in your field.

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Sales Director, West

Onclusive

Each year, more than $30 billion is invested in corporate communications, publicity and public relations. However, the challenge with the Communications industry has always been the lack of credible metrics, much less the ability to measure how these investments map to quantifiable business outcomes. Intuitively we all know that PR works, but until now the industry has lacked a reliable compass and the data to prove its effectiveness and justify the investment.

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Bringing Multi-Channel Marketing Into the Mix

The Resolution Blog

Part 1?—?How Diageo Measures PESO We had the pleasure of catching up with James Alexander, the Head of Influence and Advocacy at global drinks business Diageo , on the PR Resolution Podcast to talk about multi-channel marketing and measuring results. James digs deep into standardising reporting processes, specific measurement tools, and how insights can be used to fuel future campaigns and budget decisions.

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3 Trends for Business Culture and Communications in 2019

PRSay

In their annual analysis of trends in business and communications, the10company sees 2019 as a year of influence for employees and consumers. “[This] is the year of power to the people,” says Valerie Di Maria, principal of the communications and marketing firm. “Whether you are an impassioned employee or a socially conscious consumer, internal and external audiences are making their voices heard as never before.” For the10company, this influence is directly tied to today’s heightene

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