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The ABC’s of ESG and Reputation. Corporate Care or Greenwashing?

Reputation Us

While ESG has essentially been a part of many corporations ideology and strategy for decades, the term and customers’ familiarity became more prevalent in 2020 due primarily through heightened awareness of ESG’s importance to the world’s wellbeing. PWC studied 202 publicly traded large U.S.

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The Myth Of The Social CEO

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

And most CEOs acknowledge the benefits of social engagement for their personal and corporate brands. One of the better studies is from 2016, with data collected in 2014 – quite a long time in digital media years. For business leaders, the rise of social media has powered a shift from public relations to public engagement.

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The Financial Drain of Misinformation

PRSay

According to a 2019 study conducted by University of Baltimore Economics Professor Roberto Cavazos, the spread of false and misleading messages online costs the global economy an estimated $78 billion each year. It is not just individuals looking to profit from dishonest communication practices.

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How Will #PR & Marketing Pros Approach #Content in 2016? A Q&A With Lisa Davis, Marketwired

Deirdre Breakenridge

Content marketing will be more than just a trend to watch in 2016. In November 2015, Marketwired, a news distribution and social communications company, created a survey, “Are You A #ContentMachine?” In November 2015, Marketwired, a news distribution and social communications company, created a survey, “Are You A #ContentMachine?”

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Meltwater acquired as private equity tightens grip on PR software market [PR tech sum no. 47]

Sword and the Script

The largest PR and comms tech companies, along with many startups, are now controlled by PE firms; is this good for the PR community? This adds to a growing collection of private equity firms (PE) that have taken an ownership stake in software companies that provide tools to PR and communications professionals.

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Public Relations Objectives

Doctor Spin

Through consistent and effective communication, PR can sway public opinion in favour of the organisation, enhancing its reputation and standing in the community. In an era where consumers are increasingly sceptical of advertising and corporate speak, PR offers a more authentic and credible way to communicate with the public.

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Building Your Communications Career from the Ground Up: 5 Ways to Make Any Job Work for You

Deirdre Breakenridge

Patagonia Community Board: Credit Ginny Lefler. With mounting debt (the average student in the Class of 2016 has $37,172 in student loans) many graduates need to take whatever employment opportunities are immediately available to them. A Guest Post By Sarah D. Take on work that builds marketable skills. Know when it’s time to move on.