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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
JUNE 27, 2022
The right public relations strategy allows brands to build visibility while creating or deepening connections with key audiences. But tools like press releases and feature story placements are just the beginning. Here are five ways to amplify PR efforts. Social media adds value.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
JUNE 8, 2022
Almost 10 years into my tech PR career, I still have family and friends ask the age-old question – “So, what exactly do you do? What is PR exactly?” . Why do PR people feel that no one understands what we do? Because few do. And public relations isn’t always a straight path.
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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
JUNE 28, 2022
For a creative services firm – like ad, PR or marketing agencies – differentiation is key. One way agencies distinguish themselves is by touting their independent status. In the advertising world, that may mean the company isn’t part of a consulting firm.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
JANUARY 27, 2022
PR agency teams , especially those in tech PR, LOVE to speak in jargon. We have shorthand for nearly everything and sometimes forget that people outside our organization or industry might not know what we’re talking about.
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Inspiring the team to do their best, break through barriers and achieve milestones is the core responsibility of the startup leadership. Inspiring people to do great requires installing confidence and the ability to learn from setbacks and failures.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
JUNE 23, 2022
A top priority of the best PR agency teams is measuring how well we do. In our business, that means establishing key performance indicators (KPIs). KPIs serve as a benchmark for PR performance and help quantify program results.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
“You give away your best thinking on spec.” ” My husband once said that as he watched me sweat a high-stakes new biz proposal that hinged on The Big Idea. That observation bothered me for years, because it was true. But how does a PR or ad agency avoid it?
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
JUNE 17, 2022
It’s no small irony that public relations has a reputation problem. At times PR agencies run afoul of ethical standards by trafficking in false or misleading information, hiding conflicts of interest, or working with a lack of transparency.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
NOVEMBER 17, 2021
In the last ten years or so, podcasts have shot up in popularity, especially for PR agencies. Podcasts about entrepreneurism in particular can be a strong way for top executives and thought leaders to share their success stories and advice for budding business-builders.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
DECEMBER 23, 2021
As we turn the page on the year, it’s time to look at the trends that affect PR and marketing communications. Of course, the changes we see aren’t usually sudden. They don’t magically start with the new calendar.
In this Facebook guide for businesses, we’ll help you strategize with tips and techniques straight from our playbooks. We also let you in on the best practices for improving your lead gen campaigns, starting with a review of your performance metrics.
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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
OCTOBER 26, 2021
It’s the spooky season, which to me, as director of ad tech here at Crenshaw , is the perfect time to address some of the scariest business and PR issues looming in the ad tech space today.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
MARCH 30, 2022
Your B2B PR strategy is working and the press is interested in knowing more about your expertise. Congrats! Wondering what to do between now and then? Here are a few tips on preparing for a media interview so you can absolutely nail it. Remember your media training .
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
APRIL 13, 2022
In the years since “purpose-driven” brands have become hot among marketing and PR people, one thing has become clear – having a well communicated purpose is good for business.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
A B2B PR firm looking to promote a specific idea or story might think first about pitching large, mainstream media outlets. Why not? Splashy national coverage is terrific, of course, and everyone loves a big name. But not every story is national news.
When it comes to change communication, employees need your help to understand what’s happening. Use these four steps to help employees navigate change.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
Among PR teams, LinkedIn is the go-to social media platform for B2B executives for driving positive visibility and thought leadership. But a profile that serves as a glorified CV isn’t enough to gain sought-after exposure; that takes time, strategy, and a dash of creativity.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
AUGUST 25, 2021
Guest post by Crenshaw Communications intern, Murphy Pressley. College is a transformation for students. We’re encouraged to evolve, both personally and professionally. This transformation does not come easily and is not solely due to the courses we’re offered.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
APRIL 14, 2022
Finally after a long winter (at least here in New York), the change in weather means it’s time for PR professionals to refresh their plans and get re-organized.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
JULY 1, 2021
It’s nearly Independence Day, which is a good time to reflect on what independence means in the business of public relations. Lots of ad and PR agencies tout their independent status in their marketing.
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You've got a great idea, you've built your killer team, and you've maybe even gone through the first round or two of funding.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
AUGUST 18, 2021
For PR teams, earned media placements are a key deliverable of a strategic public relations campaign. Typically they’re articles or broadcast segments that feature a given company or brand in a positive way.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
MARCH 15, 2022
PR is something nearly every organization needs. Yet many don’t know what makes an agency a ‘great’ fit. After all, all PR firms are not created equal. . Some companies fall victim to the “big budget, big agency; small budget, small agency” myth.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
MARCH 23, 2022
Any good PR agency team wants to get a new engagement up and running as quickly and as well as possible. A strong start on a PR program makes for a more lasting and fruitful relationship. Yet getting the ball rolling is easier said than done.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
JUNE 22, 2021
Remember when the only social media platforms considered significant by PR pros were Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn? For many, they continue to be the trinity of social media. But by the end of this year, an estimated 3 billion people will be using social media, and not just on those three sites.
The I-5 High Occupancy Vehicle Improvement Project upgraded a 3-mile segment of the I-5 traversing Santa Ana and Orange, CA. Hill developed a public awareness and community outreach plan in collaboration with key stakeholders, organizations, communities,
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
MAY 5, 2022
Guest post by PR Assistant, Chanel Roopchand. As a first-time PR Assistant at a B2B technology PR firm , I knew I had to take in a lot of information, learn new jargon and acronyms, and adjust to real-life work experience within a short time. There was also the shift to working from home.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
MAY 16, 2022
Let’s be honest – those that say they’ve never known “Imposter Syndrome” are lying. Whether you experience these feelings regularly or not, we’ve all been there. Yet for me, “Imposter Syndrome” has contributed to my professional success in tech PR.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
JULY 27, 2021
As a budding professional at a PR firm , I have been exposed to many different facets of the industry. I’ve drafted press releases, compiled media lists, and learned plenty of different terms I didn’t otherwise know.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
OCTOBER 13, 2021
The public relations business is plagued with bad cultural stereotypes (see: Flacks ) as well as real-life examples of specialists who lie or deceive. Sure, every occupation has its bad apples. Ironically, however, image control for PR is particularly challenging.
Speaker: Smita Das, MD, PhD, MPH, Medical Director, Psychiatry and Naj Wright, MBA, C-Suite HR Executive
Through advances in technology and access to care, managers can be empowered to serve as the front line of defense to help identify employee AUD and SUD concerns before they escalate. Understanding AUD and SUD, and providing tools for your workforce to overcome the challenges that they pose, is key to fostering strong mental health at work. Join us for this important how-to discussion.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
MARCH 18, 2022
In PR , we often draft, edit, and distribute press releases to announce news about our companies or clients. In ad tech PR, we might write releases that detail new hires, acquisitions, partnerships, or product launches.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
DECEMBER 8, 2021
Any company can benefit from media training , but it’s particularly important for one that is new to public relations. For B2B PR, media training prepares company execs for press interviews and stresses how to make the most out of them.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
JANUARY 5, 2022
Ah, 2022! Many of us who work in PR woke up on January 1 and thought about New Year’s resolutions. Yet according to a recent study, people are most likely to ditch their annual commitment to themselves by January 19. How can we stick to our resolutions a bit longer than that?
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
OCTOBER 29, 2021
This Saturday, October 30 is National Publicist Day , when PR professionals are recognized and appreciated for their work. .
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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
MAY 25, 2021
PR agencies come in all shapes and sizes. Some are big, flashy and have a long and sprawling client list. Other agencies — often described as “boutique” — are smaller and less known, yet capable of producing work of the highest quality.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
MAY 24, 2022
With its splashy headlines and viral tweets, consumer PR gets all the attention. But a well crafted PR program can have a powerful impact on B2B businesses, too. And it’s often very cost-effective relative to consumer public relations.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
MAY 24, 2022
Many seasoned PR veterans will tell you that success comes with experience. But experience isn’t the only factor in professional excellence among PR people. In my experience the best PR specialists tend to have certain qualities in common. Here are five of them. A positive outlook.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Today, many U.S. PR agencies are taking on international communications for businesses as they expand beyond our borders. The digital acceleration brought on by the global pandemic has in many ways made the media landscape more accessible to PR teams. .
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