Communications Conversations

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Brands focused on using social to sell. Advertising has taken over. So, with that backdrop, here are 3 reasons I think you might want to think long-and-hard about de-prioritizing engagements as part of our social media strategy in 2022: 1: People’s behaviors have changed on the primary social media networks.

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Shift Communications

MAY 10, 2022

Brands today are built on social, but social media marketing has never been more cut-throat. minutes, it’s poised to be the top growing and engaged with platform in 2022. They both trended on TikTok at one point. By Lisa Zanchi, Director, Digital Marketing. They also need paid amplification. With an average session of 10.85

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PRSay

DECEMBER 27, 2022

From the obvious to the subtle, here are some trends for PR practitioners to watch in the months ahead. New revelations show that pre-Musk Twitter “shadow banned” conservatives by hiding their posts from other users and placed political and COVID dissenters on a “trends blacklist.” Reevaluating Twitter.

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Communications Conversations

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

I definitely have more thoughts on the skills the social media pro of 2022 should have. So, I asked five social media professionals right here in Minneapolis what they think the top 5 skills social media pros need in 2022–here’s what they had to say: Giuliana Clanin, associate director-social media, Life Time. Copywriting.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 21, 2021

The social media landscape is constantly evolving, and PR pros must stay in step with trends and tactics. 2021 saw emerging platforms that B2B brands were eyeing to for their marketing plans, and some may have been missteps. In fact, there are several social media approaches that should be reassessed as we enter 2022.

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Prohibition

JANUARY 20, 2023

Last year was a big one for change and trends across social media, with the Instagram reels shift, Elon Musk and Twitter Blue, TikTok’s continued popularity, the introduction of BeReal and LinkedIn continually moving toward a more humanised platform – there was lots that came into play to keep us social media marketers on our toes.

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Shift Communications

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

2021 was the year that several brands got multicultural marketing right. Strategies that consumer brands who serve multiple cultures (which should apply to most!) Strategies that consumer brands who serve multiple cultures (which should apply to most!) should consider implementing in 2022.

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Prohibition

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Whether your focus is fitness, food, or fashion, TikTok offers the potential for brands to grow their reach, attract new customers and connect with a highly engaged audience. billion users by the end of the year, TikTok is now an essential platform for marketing, advertising – and can even be utilised for PR.

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Communications Conversations

JANUARY 20, 2022

It’s a brand new format and brands just haven’t jumped in–which is not new at all. So, some solid reasons why brands haven’t been more involved so far. However, I see audio as a HUGE area of opportunity for brands in 2022 (and beyond). These are your brand ambassadors.

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Prohibition

APRIL 7, 2022

With the social media landscape ever-changing, there are always different updates and trends emerging that social media managers need to be mindful of. Here, we’ve put together a round up of the most recent trends to be aware of across various social channels. LinkedIn remains key for business recruitment drives.

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Critical Mention

JANUARY 9, 2019

In a world ruled by technology, simply being aware of marketing trends is not enough. We’ve outlined the top marketing trends of 2019 and how to use them to stay ahead of your competition! Rise of native advertising. Some examples of native advertising are paid search ads, promoted listings and in-feed ads.

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Prohibition

APRIL 7, 2022

With the social media landscape ever-changing, there are always different updates and trends emerging that social media managers need to be mindful of. If you prefer a quick video to learn for the latest social media trends here are the highlights from our latest webinar. Instagram launches 3D avatars and story likes.

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Agility PR Solutions

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Even as DEI became a front-seat priority for brands and businesses in 2022, broadcast media has seen a 10-percentage-point decline in Black viewers who are more likely to buy from brands that advertise in inclusive content compared to 2021.

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Shift Communications

APRIL 26, 2022

link] — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) April 9, 2022. We’ve admittedly seen some of Twitter’s impact for brands diminish. Brand safety & misinformation vigilance. Advertising landscape changes. If toxic content increases alongside changes to empower free speech, advertisers could boycott Twitter.

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Prohibition

OCTOBER 7, 2022

This comes as Instagram continues to double down on video as part of their 2022 plans, after extending reels to 90 seconds after the previous 60 second limit. Should these be implemented permanently, they will open up an array of opportunities for advertising on their platforms. LinkedIn expand their advertising tools.

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Prohibition

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

We’re always staying on top of the latest social media updates and trends to make sure our social content is relevant and engaging for our target audiences – take a look at our latest round-up below! This will be an interesting one for e-commerce brands as the trend evolves. Moving to the Metaverse?

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Prohibition

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Meta expands on advertising rules Under new advertising rules introduced by Meta, advertisers on Instagram and Facebook will be limited in their ability to use personalised data to advertise to under 18’s. Get in contact today to find out how we could help you.

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Prohibition

AUGUST 25, 2022

2022 has been a busy year so far for social media changes and updates, with significant shifts being made frequently on every platform. Should this be rolled out globally, there will be a significant impact on the micro-influencer space which brands will need to consider, as this group will effectively be able to work more independently.

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Sword and the Script

APRIL 2, 2024

Top stories in today’s summary of PR news: Cision shutters the HARO brand; Agility adds “Intelligent Insights”; PR tech company replaces employees with AI On the first Tuesday of every month, I sort through all the news I can find on PR technology or comms tech and present it in a summary post like this one.

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Prohibition

AUGUST 19, 2022

Here we’ve taken a look at the background of podcasts and why it can be useful for brands. According to Podcast Host as of April 2022, there were 512,480 active podcasts on the Apple Podcast platform. In 2021 the advertising spend on podcasts in the UK was £46m pounds. How to get your brand involved with podcasts.

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Contently - Strategy

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Much of that video content is pure entertainment , but consumers are itching for branded videos. In response, brands are investing more in video marketing content than ever to meet such strong engagement and potential ROI. As you execute your video marketing strategy this year, keep these trends in mind.

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Critical Mention

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Social Influencers have quickly risen to one of the most important assets to brands in just the past few years. By working with influencers who are relevant to your brand, you can extend the reach of your brand voice online and on social media. Trust in your Brand. for every dollar invested. Reach a Wider Audience.

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wiredPRworks

APRIL 20, 2022

Each edition covers the modern approaches for highly effective public relations, marketing, and customer communications—all at a fraction of the cost of traditional advertising. In 2022, David is back with the eighth edition, which extends the new rules to reach the top trends in marketing and PR including AI, podcasting, and social audio.

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 6, 2023

According to the press release : “Customers can now customize the PRophet platform to their own specifications and go to market with a unique and differentiated agency-branded platform that combines their own unique value proposition alongside the powerful capabilities of PRophet’s predictive and generative AI capabilities.”

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 30, 2022

So, I consulted Google Trends. Following a three-way tie-up in January of 2022, the company acquired Critical Mention a few months later. This is effectively native advertising, which Cision says is “proven to be more trustworthy.” I agree, but only because native advertising tricks readers into thinking its bona fide coverage.

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PRSay

DECEMBER 28, 2021

What strategy will work best for your brand? Here are five basics to keep in mind before your email marketing campaign takes off in 2022: 1. It’s the most likely type of tracking to get blocked by email service providers for security purposes, so it’s better to focus on trends than specific metrics. Work within your limits.

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wiredPRworks

APRIL 13, 2022

Get ready to get creative in new ways that connect brands, experiences, and customers – while you’re still in compliance! McGuffin Creative Group is a marketing and advertising agency dedicated to banks, financial services and healthcare organizations investing to grow their brands and motivate sales. How did they meet?

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Konnect Agency

JANUARY 7, 2022

With 2022 trending to be a year for franchise development and sales growth , a critical role in the growth will be developing franchise lead generation which is important and can be challenging. The key is to attract qualified business-minded prospects who are aligned with your company values and can help your brand successfully grow.

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Konnect Agency

JANUARY 7, 2022

With 2022 trending to be a year for franchise development and sales growth , a critical role in the growth will be developing franchise lead generation which is important and can be challenging. The key is to attract qualified business-minded prospects who are aligned with your company values and can help your brand successfully grow.

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Maxim Behar

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

We were about thirty enthusiasts, PR, marketing and advertising specialists, mainly from Europe, but obviously there was a need to gather at a high level, because in just three years we were already 250 people from all over the world and the forum created its own life, again in Davos. What are the global trends in communications?

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Action PR

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

This follows a trend Mattel has been setting recently, modernising its famous toy to encompass more inclusive and realistic depictions of Barbie – even including Barbie dolls with disabilities and skin conditions. By 2022, British consumers are forecast to spend £487 per head annually on “wellness”. Is wellness just a trend though?

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Prohibition

JANUARY 23, 2023

Video content is a fantastic way to engage audiences, informing and capturing your brand’s message to your target audience in ways which still imagery simply cannot. Before posting video on your brands socials, its of vital importance to consider what kind of content works best for each channel.

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PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Artificial intelligence has reached peak hype stage, but is it possible that its potential to transform marketing, and your career , is even greater than advertised? trillion in 2022 through three primary sources of customer experience, cost reduction and new revenue. AI should make us better people, professionals and brands.

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Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

Public relations professionals create and maintain a positive image for their organization, often through the use of marketing, branding, and communication strategies. Marketing efforts often involve paid advertising, and the goal is to reach as many people as possible in order to increase sales. It’s not a bad take.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MAY 23, 2023

AAA had interesting booking data showing that overseas adventure travel is up more than 200% compared to 2022. Summer travel trends we’re seeing Increased demand for sustainable travel : As environmental concerns continue to rise, travelers are becoming more conscious of their carbon footprint and looking for sustainable travel options.

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Prohibition

AUGUST 12, 2022

As the first half of 2022 draws to a close, we’ve rounded up six of the best food and drink PR campaigns from the year so far that really caught both our, and the UK medias attention. This turned out to be a highly successful mental health campaign, but also a great opportunity to raise positive brand awareness.

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PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Artificial intelligence has reached peak hype stage, but is it possible that its potential to transform marketing, and your career , is even greater than advertised? trillion in 2022 through three primary sources of customer experience, cost reduction and new revenue. AI should make us better people, professionals and brands.

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