The Proactive Report

FEBRUARY 24, 2017

Apparently brands don’t consider Twitter as sexy as Instagram or Snapchat. It doesn’t create social media stars and their advertising is not producing as much revenue as other networks. Used correctly, Twitter can have a huge impact on customer service, perception and reputation. Back in November 2016 the shares were $18.

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PRSay

DECEMBER 27, 2022

As 2023 quickly approaches, communications professionals continue to plan for what the new year holds in store. For smaller brands, Twitter’s noisy platform and algorithms that determine what users see often work against their best efforts. As controversy swirls around Twitter, some brands may opt to leave the platform permanently.

Trends 127

Trends Pitching Twitter Nonprofit 127

Cision

AUGUST 22, 2017

One of the roles of a good leader of a multinational company is to help build and maintain a global brand, as well as unify company culture. As an executive, it isn’t your responsibility alone to ensure that your brand is recognized as a leader in its industry, but it is a continuous effort and an exciting journey. Everything.

Company 267

Company How To Employee Customer Service 267

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JUNE 6, 2023

But to the marketing and communications worlds, the reality is that it has been used in various forms for years, having started gaining momentum around 2015. Ways marketing communications is currently utilizing AI Data Analysis and Insights: AI enables marketers to analyze vast amounts of data and extract valuable insights quickly.

Communications 40

Communications Marketing Technology Data 40

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

You can’t just spend your way to success in social media advertising. Because your customers and prospective customers get a vote. They can and do comment on paid promotions as this advertisement for AT&T Fiber demonstrates. For example, bring your PR and customer service teams into the advertising planning process.

Advertising 60

Advertising Advertising Social Media Twitter 60

NewsWhip

JUNE 14, 2023

Leader in Social Media Monitoring Users Love Us Leader in Media Monitoring Of course, we wouldn’t have those badges without the reviews from our trusted partners, who had the following to say about NewsWhip: “In today’s modern communications landscape, too many people are still focused on raw output/volume of media.

Leadership 78

Leadership Software Customer Service Small Business 78

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 5, 2018

What’s not safe is ignoring social conversations, especially those related to your brand and category. Interestingly, brands that take a stand, even a controversial one, are generally way ahead of those that sit on the sidelines. The counter-trend to increased digital communications is the growing desire to meet in person.

Social Media 149

Social Media Marketing Media B2B 149

Communications Conversations

AUGUST 23, 2016

Brands have long (well, as least for the last 7-8 years) relied on Twitter as a customer service tool and a brand management tool. When looking over competing brands’ Twitter accounts I noticed a trend: Very few of them were responding to any tweets. Because, I’m starting to believe it might.

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Twitter Brand Branding Tools 60

Communications Conversations

OCTOBER 4, 2018

For starters, there’s this trend line: Then, you look at the huge growth in Facebook Messenger over the last few years: And then you see this insane growth curve for WhatsApp: Clearly, private messaging is taking off as a primary way for people to communicate on their phones (and, to an extent, online in general).

Trends 109

Trends Marketing Instagram Social Media 109

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Once upon a time, businesses hopped on social channels to amp up their brand presence and chat with customers. So, it’s a no-brainer for e-commerce (aka ecommerce) brands to team up with social media to make those sales happen. Think of it as using social media to find and cultivate potential customers interested in your offer.

Social Media 87

Social Media Media Mobile SEO 87

Waxing UnLyrical

APRIL 4, 2019

One thing that all of these have in common is the notion of community building. So how can you, as a communications professional, leverage the power of community building for your brand? Well it’s simple, in order for a community to thrive it needs to be interwoven with relationships. Customer Service.

Community 79

Community Customer Service System Guidelines 79

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

Entrepreneur and presidential contender Andrew Yang has used his 15 minutes to warn us of the hollowing-out of key industries like retail, customer service, and trucking as a result of AI. They want to know why a company exists and what its brand stands for. and they’re skeptical of traditional marketing and advertising.

Marketing 173

Marketing Storytelling Creativity Privacy 173

5W PR

JANUARY 26, 2021

The old Chinese proverb says, “The tongue can paint what the eyes can’t see,” speaks volumes for what some experts are proclaiming as the next big tool for marketers – brand voice. Like the proverb, voice helps a brand stand out in a crowded field by giving it a distinct and unforgettable personality. Why should it Matter? 45% said so.

Tools 88

Tools Product Launch Guidelines Customer Service 88

Cision

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

It also presents businesses a conundrum: the need to reach and convert online consumers has accelerated, yet much belief about digital and social customers is counter-intuitive. Most days I might be thrilled to hear that businesses are giving customers deals and discounts on digital and social channels.

Social Media 120

Social Media Facebook Print Advertising 120

5W PR

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

“Authenticity” has become marketers’ favorite buzzword, and brands are now expected to always be honest and transparent in their efforts to connect with consumers. Telling consumers a brand story instead of just advertising to them is what wins trust and appreciation. What does it even mean for a brand to be authentic?

Trends 108

Trends Airlines Social Media Crisis 108

PR Matters

MAY 27, 2014

But while most of us won’t tolerate swearing in a civil conversation, we don’t seem to tire of tolerating clichés in communications. In our professional world of communications we have developed an endless appetite for jargon and use the casual language of exploitation and manipulation. Yet the words we use to achieve that?

Airlines 162

Airlines Advertising Advertising Customer Service 162

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 21, 2016

PR and CX go hand in hand, since it’s PR’s role to burnish a brand reputation and the job can only be done when the customer experience lives up to expectations. Everyone loves a story of customer service that goes above and beyond. PR must function in real time. PR will embrace paid media.

B2B 120

B2B Customer Service Software Technology 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 15, 2018

A crisis situation presents abundant challenges for public relations and business leaders, not the least of which are the critical first communications. First statements say a lot about what a brand stands for, and they reflect on the quality of its leadership. The language fits the Tesla brand: aloof, calculated, and confident.

Crisis 136

Crisis Privacy Airlines Facebook 136

Masters in Communications

APRIL 22, 2019

Is it advertising and promotion? Most of all, though, marketing is communication. From what you develop to how you promote it, understanding how to communicate your message is a critical factor in your success. What is Marketing as Communication? Now, what about the communication side of things?

Communications 40

Communications Marketing Advertising Advertising 40

Prohibition

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Paid social advertising has evolved into an integral part of advertising on social media platforms. Each social network has a distinct approach for acquiring followers and generating engagement, and paid advertising plays a significant role in those strategies. provide customer service to their clients.

Advertising 62

Advertising Advertising Social Media Facebook 62

Doctor Spin

APRIL 17, 2023

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.

Strategy 52

Strategy Customer Service Airlines Hotels 52

Rock the Status Quo

MARCH 30, 2015

Brand opportunities for its messenger app that could take public Facebook conversations to a private level – labeled Messenger Business – and an update to the comments feature could allow website-based comments to show up on a Facebook story. For PR pros wanting more brand visibility? ” Okay. Time will tell.

Facebook 100

Facebook Customer Service YouTube Crisis Management 100

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 1, 2018

Bylined content helps establish a B2B executive as an industry expert or brand voice, and it’s also a strong way to boost SEO for an individual or company. In general, a thought leadership piece is not an advertisement. The post PR Tips For Stellar B2B Bylines appeared first on Crenshaw Communications.

B2B 147

B2B Leadership Customer Service eBook 147

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 7, 2020

If “communications” or “PR” are in your job description, you may wonder what to do with “secret sauce.” They] launched Certs in 1956, and used the word Retsyn in all its advertising for years. They can build a better interface or “wrapper” and brand on processes and customer service.

How To 194

How To Wikipedia Engineering Web 194

Stephen Waddington

JANUARY 15, 2020

There were some clear misses in my original essay: social media activism, internal communications, storytelling and professionalism in PR. Social media activism: brands don’t listen In 2012 Steve Earl and I wrote a book called Brand Anarchy. Brand shaming has become commonplace. I’ve developed each of these themes below.

Storytelling 78

Storytelling Internal International Social Media 78

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

AI has the capacity to create richer, more personalized digital experiences for consumers, and meet customers’ increasingly high brand expectations.” ” The rise of customer segmentation. Customers in the B2B space don’t want to be delivered messaging tailored to B2C consumers, and vice versa. None (27%).

Marketing 118

Marketing Data B2C Big Data 118

Cision

AUGUST 9, 2016

Before you create any brand communication, you must ask yourself: Will my audience care? Brandon Puttbrese, account supervisor at GS&F, says in order for your communication to be effective, you need to understand what motivates your audience. How do you help brands create communication that inspires action?

Crisis 0

Crisis Reputation Study Social Media 0

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

This can include the media, customers, employees, and the general public. Public relations professionals create and maintain a positive image for their organization, often through the use of marketing, branding, and communication strategies. Marketing is focused on promoting a product or service in order to sell it.

Interviews 100

Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 100

Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 30, 2019

Vuelio named this blog the best PR and communications blog in 2019. Advertising value equivalent (AVE) is at the sharp end of this issue. A study called the Velvet Ghetto commissioned by the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) first called out the gender pay gap in the PR profession in 1986.

Government 103

Government Education Print Ethics 103

Prohibition

JANUARY 14, 2022

A PR crisis is a negative story about your brand that threatens the reputation of your organisation, causes reputational damage, or negatively impacts sales or stock value. In today’s world, a negative story about your brand or organisation could go viral in an instant. Your brand could be dragged through the mud.

Crisis 62

Crisis How To Crisis Management Crisis Communications 62

Cision

OCTOBER 16, 2017

The podcast will be published each month and feature topics about issues in earned media communications today along with knowledgeable experts. Each month we’ll hear from c-suite level communicators and marketers as they discuss challenges and opportunities facing companies in an ever-changing business climate.

Media 202

Media Storytelling Technology Data 202

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Marketers will likely gravitate toward tracks including: Advertising and brand experience. Traffic & Conversion Summit 2020 will feature seven tracks including: big ideas, agencies only, digital retailers, digital advertisers, content marketers, conversational marketers and growth hackers. Advertising Week.

Conference 97

Conference Marketing Case Study Content Marketing 97

Doctor Spin

APRIL 5, 2023

At its core, PR is all about building trust with your audience through strategic communication. The media and potential customers often overlook small businesses without a well-known brand. By creating a positive image in the eyes of the public, small businesses can attract more customers and generate more leads.

Small Business 52

Small Business Strategy eBook Reputation 52

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MAY 23, 2023

Increased use of artificial intelligence in travel: AI is already being used in various aspects of travel, from chatbots for customer service to personalized recommendations for accommodations and activities. Reputation management: PR helps manage the reputation of travel brands, including hotels, airlines, and tour operators.

Travel 40

Travel Tourism Airlines Hotels 40

PR 20/20

AUGUST 6, 2019

When people are looking for a specific product or service, in reality they are actually looking for something that will help alleviate a problem they have. Additionally, they are often seeking a brand that gives them a “good feeling,” one they can connect and grow with. Godin suggests making brand marketing a top priority.

Marketing 40

Marketing How To Customer Service Groups 40

Shift Communications

JUNE 30, 2015

S ocial advertising is still cost effective, and budgeting for Twitter/LinkedIn/Facebook advertising (with images please!) The buyer journey in this world is based on the user’s needs – not the brand’s value proposition. Are you set up to engage them quickly with customized information? Derek Lyons. Vice President.

B2B 60

B2B Analytics Google B2C 60

Sword and the Script

MARCH 3, 2015

Mad Men may come to mind for culture, but what McKinsey says heralded that golden age was “a happy marriage of advertising and technology.”. As a benchmark, in 1960 US advertising spending totaled $12 billion according to AdAge. He created a unit combining existing call centers and a newly formed social-media customer-care group.

Marketing 60

Marketing Telecommunications Customer Service Technology 60