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Be Human: 4 Lessons From xPotomac 2015

Cision

Between the launch of live video streaming apps Meerkat and Periscope in March and recent blow up around the Ashley Madison hack, 2015 has proven how fluid communication has become and how quickly the media can carry a message. Last Thursday, the 2015 xPotomac Conference in Washington, D.C. Cision (@Cision) August 27, 2015.

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Handling Social Media Complainers

Rock the Status Quo

It also supports why a one-size-fits-all approach to customer service is rarely a good idea. . Customer service is a HUGE component of social media, but does it apply to public relations? AZ Media Maven (@AZMediaMaven) November 5, 2015. Kelly Hungerford (@KDHungerford) November 5, 2015. prprochat. —

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A PR Guide to Strategic Silence

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

It may be unnecessary or even counterproductive to join the fray when brand ambassadors, or regular customers, are already on the case. In 2015, Starbucks received criticism that it was part of a “war on Christmas” when it unveiled plain red holiday cups. This is particularly true when the criticism is questionable.

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Rebranding an Innovative Tech Start-up that Revolutionized its Industry

The Hoyt Organization

Since every target publication had covered Auction.com over the company’s nearly ten-year history, THO cross-checked an extensive list of every reporter and editor who had written about the company. In this case, the client and reporter alike knew there would be a continuity of service and expertise that transcended any brand.

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The Extra Mile PR Strategy: Wow Your Customers

Doctor Spin

A family staying at the Ritz-Carlton on Amelia Island, Florida, experienced the hotel’s customer service when their son’s beloved stuffed giraffe, Joshie, was accidentally left behind. Stuffed giraffe shows what customer service is all about. Ritz-Carlton. 2012, May 17). link] Nordstrom. 3 Nordstrom, Inc.

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PRCA Digital PR Report 2015 need for more digital PR training and digital PR budgets expected to grow

Stuart Bruce

The Public Relations Consultants Association (PRCA) has revealed the findings of its Digital PR Report 2015, with insights across the following key areas: In-house budgeting for blogger outreach continues to grow and PR agencies increasingly entrusted with this work. Companies and brands can only be truly social if they do it themselves.

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8 Ways to Differentiate Your Brand on Twitter in 2016

Cision

Here’s why: in 2015, Twitter’s growth was negligible and its utility (despite different enhancements and tweaks) remains pretty consistent. That said, Twitter is a social platform that is uniquely positioned for: Customer-initiated social care (customer service). Amazon Help (@AmazonHelp) December 28, 2015.

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