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Ensuring Ethical Advertising

Mindful Marketing

Advertising gaffes, which may reach millions, are much more damaging and difficult to roll back, so why do some of the world’s most creative companies and brightest people continue to make promotional faux pas, and what can be done to avoid them? Fortunately, a personal apology can often atone for such individual indiscretions.

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Newsjacking: How Brands Can Use Current Events To Make News

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

It involves capitalizing on current events and trending news stories to promote or offer comment from a brand, product, or service. A swift and reactive response to news lets brands insert themselves into ongoing conversations, offering timely and relevant insights. Mishandled timing or execution can damage a brand’s image.

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Can Military Influencers Ethically Use Their Status to Sell Services?

PRSay

Each September, PRSA celebrates Ethics Month, featuring programs presented by the PRSA Board of Ethics and Professional Standards (BEPS). This year’s theme is “Leading With Ethics.” Please join the discussion on Twitter via #EthicsMonth, and follow along with our ethics-related blog posts, as well as two webinars (on Sept.

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Embracing Inclusion: Empowering People with Disabilities Through Brand Marketing

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

Regrettably, advertising and marketing seem to remain a notable instance of this disparity. In advertising and marketing, however, this rich mixture has historically been depicted through the lens of Caucasian individuals. Brand marketing is a key arena where the call for inclusivity has grown louder and more resonant than ever before.

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Updating Brand Values to Ensure You’re Connecting With Today’s Consumers

5W PR

Brands must align values with ethical practices. To connect with modern consumers, a brand can update its values using various strategies. Conducting Market Research To update brand values, start by conducting market research. This helps brands understand what matters to consumers and how they decide what to buy.

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This Week in PR Ethics 7/28/22 – Disguised Earned Media, Misinformation, and Integrity

Ethical Voices

Aside from everything discussed at hearings in Washington, there were a number of interesting ethics articles over the past few weeks. This is a totally unacceptable practice and goes against PR codes of ethics and FTC rules. When is talking about ethics advertising? – Thanks to @tressalynne for sharing this. .

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Kidfluencers and Their Impact on Influencer Marketing, Brands, and Parents

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

These pint-sized personalities have amassed legions of followers on social media platforms, partnering with brands and making a significant impact on the world of influencer marketing. Their authenticity and natural approachability make them relatable, helping brands foster consumer trust.

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