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In tech PR , the story is the cornerstone of every good pitch. It all starts and stops there. Tech reporters, like most journalists, get hundreds of pitches each day. Most are ignored, even when they’re well-written. They’re like banner ads — the sheer volume makes tune-out inevitable. MORE
In this age of short attention spans, it may seem counter-intuitive to champion long-form content for PR and marketing. But in recent years, data has shown its efficacy. MORE
Considering his status as “one of the most powerful people on the planet,” Google CEO Sundar Pichai has kept a low profile. But this week, after Google skipped earlier Congressional hearings involving his peers at Twitter and Facebook, Pichai had his moment under pressure. MORE
As a PR professional and secret Zillow enthusiast, I can appreciate real estate euphemisms. MORE
Business storytelling has become a buzzword in PR and marketing, because, when done well, it works. But what some communicators don’t realize is that a storytelling approach can work throughout the marketing journey, from prospecting for customers to closing the deal. MORE
Building competitive advantage using PR programs comprised of media relations , reputation management , brand positioning , and content marketing can help a young tech company achieve prominence. For an early-stage technology business, differentiation can be everything. MORE
Public relations is an intensely competitive industry. Jobs are more in demand than ever, as brands in every vertical and size have come to recognize the value of positive reputation and third-party endorsement. As it has grown, PR has become more specialized, which has affected recruiting. MORE
Influencer programs can be very effective, particularly as part of a strategic PR program. But from YouTube kids to #dogsofinstagram, influencer marketing has grown fast, especially in consumer product sectors like toys, fashion and beauty. Inevitably, problems have emerged. MORE
As much as video content has grown in advertising, marketing, and PR , data shows that it continues to expand. WebpageFX predicts that by next year, 90% of online content will be video. MORE
For many B2B technology brands, data is not only a business asset, but a PR tool. No one should underestimate the power of data for storytelling. MORE
Tying media relations activities to key calendar milestones is a time-honored PR tactic, because it works. But if holiday PR opportunities are approached carelessly, they can be squandered. MORE
The beginning of a new year often brings a turning-the-page feeling of renewal. While we had a wonderful 2018, now feels like the right time to refresh and refocus our efforts for an even better 2019. In PR , we’re getting ready to clear an ever-rising bar. MORE
Media love data. As most PR people know, data offers a powerful news hook in a way that even a product launch or partnership often doesn’t. It can easily feed a story to make it stronger, and data-driven stories can easily be made visual, which adds to their appeal. MORE
As an industry, public relations has a PR problem. Stereotypes about the profession die hard; 14 years after “Sex and the City,” people still think Samantha Jones is a typical PR woman. MORE
Technology companies gearing up for a new product launches know full well they’re adding to a crowded marketplace. It can be particularly challenging for B2B startups offering SaaS or other tech services to generate visibility when the category isn’t new. MORE
For public relations and reputation experts, it’s easy to point out the brands and personalities who mishandled bad news or missed opportunities after public mistakes. Our list of the PR losers of the past 12 months is out, but what about the good news stories of the year? MORE
Against the backdrop of an ever-faster news cycle, 2018 has featured brands and personalities who seized unexpected opportunities to generate positive PR. By the same token, 2018 has brought public disasters for others. Which stories captivated us in 2018, and who came out where? Here’s part one of my list for 2018 PR Winners and Losers. Let’s get the bad news out of the way first. The PR Losers. Facebook just can’t catch a break. MORE
Placing a piece of industry hardware on the company mantle can be a nice PR win for a B2B company at any stage. Along with earned media visibility and recognition for thought capital, awards are an exciting way to build credibility and authority. MORE
Earlier this week, we made the case for raising your internal PR game. Today, we’ll suggest some ways to do just that. The technological and social changes over the past few years have both made internal communications more important, and also opened up opportunities to revolutionize it. MORE
We associate social media platforms with splashy consumer campaigns, but social is increasingly important in B2B public relations. B2B buyers are often looking for as much information as possible on vendors and products before they buy, and they rarely buy on impulse. MORE
Is it ethical for a PR agency to smear a competitor? The question came up after a recent report in The New York Times about Facebook’s handling of its PR problems over the past three years. Its strategies are right there in the first words of the title – Delay, Deny, and Deflect. MORE
The success or failure of a PR program can hinge on a variety of factors, most of which are within our control. Still, when you’re too close to the work, it’s difficult to determine what gears might be hampering a machine’s performance. MORE
As we’ve pointed out, PR pros use many tech tools to do their jobs on a daily basis. Most are used for internal and external communications, and they work well. Yet an accidental keystroke or a slip of the mouse can produce mortifying results. MORE
In an era of constant communication, most PR experts will say that silence is rarely an option for responding to negative or controversial developments. In times of trouble, a “no comment” is commonly regarded as a sign of guilt, indecision, or apathy. MORE
Last week, seven of the public relations industry’s top PR professionals offered unusually candid insights into one of the hottest issues of the day – corporate activism. MORE
Good public relations can be an essential way for a brand to stand out from the pack, especially in the B2B/ technology sector. The tech space is a crowded category with more startups entering every day, so in order to compete, companies must differentiate their product or service. MORE
A recent study by the Association of National Advertisers (ANA) and the USC Center for Public Relations found that marketers plan to increase staffing and overall spending on public relations over the next five years. This is good news for clients and PR firms alike. MORE
Photo by rawpixel.com from Pexels. Bringing on an external PR agency , or really any outside firm, is an investment of time and budget for any company, no matter its size. MORE
At times, technology PR can feel like a shape-shifting beast — large, fast-moving, and even a little intimidating. In an earlier post, we discussed what makes tech such a different animal. Now we explore some 2018 trends and issues that continue to affect the tech PR sector. MORE
In tech PR , the only constant is change. Every year, we see new trends in technology emerge that can inform our programs, content, or even real-time newsjacking. To make way for the new trends, others that have had their time in the spotlight may fall out of favor. MORE
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to take a moment to reflect on our blessings, as well as to spend quality time with loved ones. Sometimes we travel long distances to visit with family with whom we rarely spend time — which can make for awkward communication. MORE
Any good public relations agency should want to have an open conversation about what clients can expect for their investment. And most do. They’re hoping for a productive meeting and a solid start to what they hope will be a long and successful partnership. MORE
There’s not a major corporation today that doesn’t have a small army of PR and reputation experts helping it navigate a tricky media and government relations landscape. But occasionally, the damage comes from a company’s own ranks. MORE
For CEOs of technology companies, arrogance is out and humility is in. “Boring is the new black,” proclaims New York Times tech columnist Farhad Manjoo in a piece about the latest trend for technology company chiefs. MORE
A remarkable aspect of Russian propaganda efforts around our elections is how well they follow the modern social media and public relations playbook. Maybe because the news has come out in steady drips over two years, I hadn’t put the full picture together. MORE
It’s that time of year when we chat up colleagues, family, and friends old and new at holiday gatherings. At some point, you may ask a new acquaintance what they do for a living. If the response is “I work in PR ,” you might be stumped for a minute. If so, don’t feel bad. MORE
If timing is everything, how does a business know when it’s time to invest in a public relations program? Here are some of the most common signs. Competitors are beating you to the punch. They may be beating you in business deals, customers, or simply mindshare. MORE
The #metoo movement has claimed the reputations of many high-profile men. But its real impact may be at the corporate level. MORE
As many in PR and politics have observed, the president has a talent for exploiting cultural flashpoints. The NFL’s battered reputation has been partly blamed on his criticism of players who chose to take a knee during the national anthem at the start of many games. MORE
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
DECEMBER 31, 2018
For public relations and reputation experts, it’s easy to point out the brands and personalities who mishandled bad news or missed opportunities after public mistakes. Our list of the PR losers of the past 12 months is out, but what about the good news stories of the year?
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
JANUARY 9, 2019
Any good public relations agency should want to have an open conversation about what clients can expect for their investment. And most do. They’re hoping for a productive meeting and a solid start to what they hope will be a long and successful partnership.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
JANUARY 11, 2019
In tech PR , the story is the cornerstone of every good pitch. It all starts and stops there. Tech reporters, like most journalists, get hundreds of pitches each day. Most are ignored, even when they’re well-written. They’re like banner ads — the sheer volume makes tune-out inevitable.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
DECEMBER 28, 2018
Against the backdrop of an ever-faster news cycle, 2018 has featured brands and personalities who seized unexpected opportunities to generate positive PR. By the same token, 2018 has brought public disasters for others. Which stories captivated us in 2018, and who came out where? Here’s part one of my list for 2018 PR Winners and Losers. Let’s get the bad news out of the way first. The PR Losers. Facebook just can’t catch a break.
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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
JANUARY 3, 2019
The success or failure of a PR program can hinge on a variety of factors, most of which are within our control. Still, when you’re too close to the work, it’s difficult to determine what gears might be hampering a machine’s performance.
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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
NOVEMBER 1, 2018
Photo by rawpixel.com from Pexels. Bringing on an external PR agency , or really any outside firm, is an investment of time and budget for any company, no matter its size.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
NOVEMBER 15, 2018
Is it ethical for a PR agency to smear a competitor? The question came up after a recent report in The New York Times about Facebook’s handling of its PR problems over the past three years. Its strategies are right there in the first words of the title – Delay, Deny, and Deflect.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
DECEMBER 27, 2018
The beginning of a new year often brings a turning-the-page feeling of renewal. While we had a wonderful 2018, now feels like the right time to refresh and refocus our efforts for an even better 2019. In PR , we’re getting ready to clear an ever-rising bar.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
DECEMBER 19, 2018
A remarkable aspect of Russian propaganda efforts around our elections is how well they follow the modern social media and public relations playbook. Maybe because the news has come out in steady drips over two years, I hadn’t put the full picture together.
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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
NOVEMBER 21, 2018
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to take a moment to reflect on our blessings, as well as to spend quality time with loved ones. Sometimes we travel long distances to visit with family with whom we rarely spend time — which can make for awkward communication.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
DECEMBER 14, 2018
Considering his status as “one of the most powerful people on the planet,” Google CEO Sundar Pichai has kept a low profile. But this week, after Google skipped earlier Congressional hearings involving his peers at Twitter and Facebook, Pichai had his moment under pressure.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
OCTOBER 25, 2018
There’s not a major corporation today that doesn’t have a small army of PR and reputation experts helping it navigate a tricky media and government relations landscape. But occasionally, the damage comes from a company’s own ranks.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
OCTOBER 5, 2018
As a PR professional and secret Zillow enthusiast, I can appreciate real estate euphemisms.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
The #metoo movement has claimed the reputations of many high-profile men. But its real impact may be at the corporate level.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Influencer programs can be very effective, particularly as part of a strategic PR program. But from YouTube kids to #dogsofinstagram, influencer marketing has grown fast, especially in consumer product sectors like toys, fashion and beauty. Inevitably, problems have emerged.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
DECEMBER 4, 2018
Public relations is an intensely competitive industry. Jobs are more in demand than ever, as brands in every vertical and size have come to recognize the value of positive reputation and third-party endorsement. As it has grown, PR has become more specialized, which has affected recruiting.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
NOVEMBER 6, 2018
In this age of short attention spans, it may seem counter-intuitive to champion long-form content for PR and marketing. But in recent years, data has shown its efficacy.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
OCTOBER 11, 2018
Good public relations can be an essential way for a brand to stand out from the pack, especially in the B2B/ technology sector. The tech space is a crowded category with more startups entering every day, so in order to compete, companies must differentiate their product or service.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
NOVEMBER 30, 2018
It’s that time of year when we chat up colleagues, family, and friends old and new at holiday gatherings. At some point, you may ask a new acquaintance what they do for a living. If the response is “I work in PR ,” you might be stumped for a minute. If so, don’t feel bad.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
OCTOBER 18, 2018
Business storytelling has become a buzzword in PR and marketing, because, when done well, it works. But what some communicators don’t realize is that a storytelling approach can work throughout the marketing journey, from prospecting for customers to closing the deal.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
NOVEMBER 27, 2018
Media love data. As most PR people know, data offers a powerful news hook in a way that even a product launch or partnership often doesn’t. It can easily feed a story to make it stronger, and data-driven stories can easily be made visual, which adds to their appeal.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
DECEMBER 11, 2018
Placing a piece of industry hardware on the company mantle can be a nice PR win for a B2B company at any stage. Along with earned media visibility and recognition for thought capital, awards are an exciting way to build credibility and authority.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
MARCH 1, 2018
As an industry, public relations has a PR problem. Stereotypes about the profession die hard; 14 years after “Sex and the City,” people still think Samantha Jones is a typical PR woman.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
NOVEMBER 13, 2018
As much as video content has grown in advertising, marketing, and PR , data shows that it continues to expand. WebpageFX predicts that by next year, 90% of online content will be video.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
JANUARY 12, 2018
A recent study by the Association of National Advertisers (ANA) and the USC Center for Public Relations found that marketers plan to increase staffing and overall spending on public relations over the next five years. This is good news for clients and PR firms alike.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
OCTOBER 8, 2018
We associate social media platforms with splashy consumer campaigns, but social is increasingly important in B2B public relations. B2B buyers are often looking for as much information as possible on vendors and products before they buy, and they rarely buy on impulse.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
SEPTEMBER 14, 2018
For CEOs of technology companies, arrogance is out and humility is in. “Boring is the new black,” proclaims New York Times tech columnist Farhad Manjoo in a piece about the latest trend for technology company chiefs.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
OCTOBER 31, 2018
As we’ve pointed out, PR pros use many tech tools to do their jobs on a daily basis. Most are used for internal and external communications, and they work well. Yet an accidental keystroke or a slip of the mouse can produce mortifying results.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
OCTOBER 2, 2018
Technology companies gearing up for a new product launches know full well they’re adding to a crowded marketplace. It can be particularly challenging for B2B startups offering SaaS or other tech services to generate visibility when the category isn’t new.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
JUNE 7, 2018
In an era of constant communication, most PR experts will say that silence is rarely an option for responding to negative or controversial developments. In times of trouble, a “no comment” is commonly regarded as a sign of guilt, indecision, or apathy.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
APRIL 18, 2018
Last week, seven of the public relations industry’s top PR professionals offered unusually candid insights into one of the hottest issues of the day – corporate activism.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
Building competitive advantage using PR programs comprised of media relations , reputation management , brand positioning , and content marketing can help a young tech company achieve prominence. For an early-stage technology business, differentiation can be everything.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
SEPTEMBER 7, 2018
Tying media relations activities to key calendar milestones is a time-honored PR tactic, because it works. But if holiday PR opportunities are approached carelessly, they can be squandered.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
JUNE 21, 2018
For many B2B technology brands, data is not only a business asset, but a PR tool. No one should underestimate the power of data for storytelling.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
SEPTEMBER 4, 2018
As many in PR and politics have observed, the president has a talent for exploiting cultural flashpoints. The NFL’s battered reputation has been partly blamed on his criticism of players who chose to take a knee during the national anthem at the start of many games.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
SEPTEMBER 27, 2018
Earlier this week, we made the case for raising your internal PR game. Today, we’ll suggest some ways to do just that. The technological and social changes over the past few years have both made internal communications more important, and also opened up opportunities to revolutionize it.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
JUNE 20, 2018
If timing is everything, how does a business know when it’s time to invest in a public relations program? Here are some of the most common signs. Competitors are beating you to the punch. They may be beating you in business deals, customers, or simply mindshare.
ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications
AUGUST 21, 2018
At times, technology PR can feel like a shape-shifting beast — large, fast-moving, and even a little intimidating. In an earlier post, we discussed what makes tech such a different animal. Now we explore some 2018 trends and issues that continue to affect the tech PR sector.
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