5W PR

APRIL 18, 2022

Instead of leaving consumers to spread the word about a business, top brands have started to actively encourage customers to share their reviews and experiences. A number of popular brands, like Nike and Starbucks, use reputation management as a tactic in their word-of-mouth marketing efforts. Social media platforms.

Strategy 88

Strategy Marketing Reputation Survey 88

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 19, 2017

Good customer service and good public relations have never been more aligned. A company can spend millions on a brand reputation campaign, use high-powered PR agencies, and reap the benefits of CEO thought leadership, but if unhappy customers hit a brick wall instead of help, those investments may be squandered.

Customer Service 120

Customer Service Publicity Insurance Insurance 120

5W PR

DECEMBER 13, 2021

One of the best ways that companies can realize how important customer service communication is is to first acknowledge that the consumers are the primary stakeholders of any business. The reason why consumers value communication from brands is that that’s both the first and the last step of the customer service delivery process.

Communications 88

Communications Consumer Customer Service Case Study 88

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 28, 2018

For many of our clients we field quarterly surveys designed to generate relevant news or insights. Social monitoring and listening not only give us a heads up on customer service issues or negative PR, but they can illuminate industry trends and customer behavior. Surveys are the data gift that keep giving.

Storytelling 149

Storytelling Data Survey Financial 149

Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 2, 2019

It’s indicative of the fact that outside of customer service social media engagement has largely become a paid activity. Areas of investment in digital PR The main areas in which brands are spending their digital and social media budget are: video-based content (58%), paid social media activity (58%), and web design and build (47%).

Digital PR 78

Digital PR Report Communications Crisis Management 78

Sword and the Script

APRIL 23, 2019

But a new survey out of the Center for Public Relations at USC Annenberg shows that isn’t happening among some PR pros and corporate communicators. The annual survey polled 210 CEOs, 1,583 PR professionals and 378 students with an eclectic mix of questions to develop the 2019 Global Communications Report.

Technology 134

Technology Study Communications Survey 134

5W PR

JUNE 7, 2021

Customer service. Instant messaging apps are ideal for customer service. Special offers can be sent and customer queries can be resolved through back-and-forth conversation. Texts can have useful information, not just description of a product or service. Non-promotional touch. Alerts and reminders.

Marketing 107

Marketing Real Estate Customer Service Mobile 107

5W PR

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Yet one area that was poised to advance but wallowing in low customer dissatisfaction even before the pandemic is the mortgage industry. Power survey showed that more than half the first-time home buyers polled (54%) felt angry or confused when their mortgages were turned over to mortgage servicing companies. A 2019 J.D.

Customer Service 88

Customer Service Policies Analysis Training 88

Buzzstream

JUNE 14, 2024

But ultimately, the goal is the same: to get high-authority links to boost rankings and brand awareness. As digital PR continues to grow and refine worldwide, with new agencies and sites adopting the strategy daily, we thought it was worth exploring how brands use digital PR to support their SEO goals.

Digital PR 62

Digital PR SEO Pitching Google 62

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

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 16, 2024

This PR software company was started by a former PR agency owner; pitch analytics is where Propel really shines I have a soft spot for startups because I’ve been employed or consulted with many of them over my career. So, he sold his agency and started Propel. click any image for higher resolution) 1. They’ve got 4.5

Software 144

Software Pitching System Analytics 144

Cision

MAY 10, 2016

Your audience is accessing your brand story in new and different ways, and if you aren’t reaching them in the right way, they aren’t going to listen to you. Katja Schroeder, managing director at Bloom, Ruder Finn Group’s new incubator agency and adjunct professor at St. What do you think is the biggest challenge facing brands today?

Storytelling 120

Storytelling Customer Service Travel Instagram 120

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 can also involve market research, product development, and branding.

Interviews 104

Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 104

Cision

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

Having to switch gears so often was a great prelude to broader agency work where we work on various clients from 3D printing to beer. At Crenshaw, you work with a variety of brands and businesses. How can brands keep up? What advice do you have for brands looking to stand out in the marketplace?

Communications 253

Communications Data Local Survey 253

Prohibition

APRIL 7, 2022

It’s vitally important to keep on top of these trends, no matter how often they might change, if you want your brand to stay relevant and ensure your content resonates with your target audience. Facebook becomes the go to for customer services enquires and launches Facebook reels. Twitter users take a stand to call for action.

Instagram 62

Instagram Social Media Trends Media 62

Prohibition

APRIL 7, 2022

It’s vitally important to keep on top of these trends, no matter how often they might change, if you want your brand to stay relevant and ensure your content resonates with your target audience. Facebook becomes the go to for customer services enquires and launches Facebook reels. Twitter users take a stand to call for action.

Social Media 62

Social Media Trends Media Instagram 62

PR 20/20

JUNE 6, 2023

The platform is now a comprehensive suite of tools and services to help businesses with their marketing, sales, customer service, and operations. It’s ultimately designed to enable businesses to attract, engage, and delight customers throughout their buyer's journey.

Knowledge Base 52

Knowledge Base Customer Service System Analytics 52

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 6, 2016

A PR agency employee starting in the business today will be creating programs, telling stories, and reporting to clients in ways very different from just a few years ago, in part due to the rise of digital technology and the blurring of lines between paid, earned, and owned media. Thought leadership isn’t just for B2B brands.

SEO 204

SEO Analytics Measurement B2B 204

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 5, 2017

The Global Communications Report, a comprehensive worldwide survey of more than 1,000 senior PR executives worldwide, reveals that the global PR industry is predicted to grow from its current estimated size of $14 billion to $19.3 According to a 2015 Chief Communications Officer survey by Korn Ferry , CCOs in the U.S.

Trends 124

Trends SEO Leadership Print 124

Cision

MARCH 13, 2017

Public Relations has always been an important contributor to any company’s branding and marketing efforts. On the other hand, those working in PR have to know their audience preferences to create engaging content for brands on a daily basis. Social media has always been recognized as a strong customer service facilitator.

SEO 229

SEO Social Media Tools Google 229

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

There are so many thoughtful contributions – from people working on both the in-house and agency sides. They enable consumer brand marketers to connect with influencers who have large followings on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, in a straightforward transactional manner. To that end, this year’s roundup is uh-mazing.

Marketing 196

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 196

Waxing UnLyrical

AUGUST 2, 2018

You are drowning in emails, ads and brand messages – and so are your prospects and clients. Create surveys. Gather feedback from your sales and customer service teams. Create a group of “client insiders” to provide you with feedback on new products or services. Don’t create custom hashtags. Track results.

Content Marketing 49

Content Marketing Marketing Brand Branding 49

5W PR

MARCH 2, 2020

Surprisingly, only 49% of the survey respondents said they used content marketing to generate sales. More marketers (83%) said they focused on brand awareness. Done right, good content marketing can build and/or maintain customer credibility and trust. Content Marketing. That, too, will generate sales and revenue.

Content Marketing 97

Content Marketing Marketing B2C Exercises 97

Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

You can get data from survey platforms like OnePoll , YouGov , Survey Monkey , and Pollfish if you don’t have user data. Depending on how you visualize your data studies and survey results, you may choose to use an infographic, which is the next tactic on this list.) Even the greatest of visuals can’t save a bad story.

Google 71

Google Infographics Pitching Resources 71

Stuart Bruce

JULY 23, 2017

There’s more scary stuff when it comes the actual results of the survey as it reveals some quite alarming behaviour amongst many ‘brands’. It says “More than half of brands say that influencers are vital to the success of their social programs, specifically for extending brand reach.”

Social Media 68

Social Media Media Customer Service Corporate 68

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 11, 2016

In either case, I’ve paused to delve into three social media studies or surveys that crossed my screen in recent months and distilled them to the most important findings. These three studies seem to, in part, answer these three questions: How is our brand doing in social media relative to comparable brands?

Social Media 60

Social Media Study Media Survey 60

Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Types of Press Releases Companies issue press releases for various reasons, so it is crucial to understand the different types of press releases; let’s break down some of the more common types of releases: product or brand launches, company news, event announcements, and reports. Don’t overcomplicate it.

Examples 62

Examples Product Launch Data Report 62

Shift Communications

AUGUST 9, 2016

Take for example, the way that businesses are evolving to keep in constant contact with their customer base (from this year’s KPCB Internet Trends Report by Mary Meeker): Many brands are taking to text messaging or social messaging apps to provide better customer service. Katie Lioy. Director, Marketing Technology.

Technology 60

Technology Marketing Tools Customer Service 60

Stuart Bruce

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

The Public Relations Consultants Association (PRCA) has revealed the findings of its Digital PR Report 2015, with insights across the following key areas: In-house budgeting for blogger outreach continues to grow and PR agencies increasingly entrusted with this work. Companies and brands can only be truly social if they do it themselves.

Digital PR 60

Digital PR Training Report Social Media 60

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JUNE 6, 2023

Chatbots and Virtual Assistants: AI-powered programs help these conversational interfaces to engage with customers in real-time, answering their queries, providing recommendations, and guiding them through the buyer’s journey, all while hopefully enhancing customer service and satisfaction.

Communications 40

Communications Marketing Technology Data 40

Sword and the Script

MAY 14, 2016

The face of a nearly brand new iPhone 6s looked like a spider web. That’s according to this piece from MarketingProfs which answers the question in its headline by summing up a survey of 6,000 conducted by LinkedIn: . If you enjoyed this post, you might also like: Survey Finds Tough Grades on B2B Content Marketing.

Marketing 60

Marketing B2B Local Customer Service 60

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 27, 2020

It endeared the brand name to a generation of reporters, who like the rest of us at the time, were trying to figure out social media. He seems to have little appetite for fundraising or deal-making and said he’s declined suitors – activities that would detract from his focus on customer service. Try our services.

Pitching 87

Pitching Media System Tools 87

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 11, 2018

There’s something in here for every discipline of marketing – be it strategy, PR, content marketing, SEO, digital, social media, customer marketing, and so much more. It’s a list worth perusing carefully because there are real gems in here from CMOs, agency leaders and many consummate professionals. 9) Brands across the aisle. “I

Social Media 96

Social Media Marketing Media Creativity 96

Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 30, 2019

Agencies are trying to improve recruitment practices or partnering with organisations such as The Taylor Bennett Foundation , a charity that exists to encourage black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) graduates to pursue a career in communications. Mental health is cited as one of the top issues impacting the profession.

Government 103

Government Education Print Ethics 103

Shift Communications

JANUARY 5, 2016

A recent Demand Metric survey sponsored by Salesforce found that marketers feel most confident in their ability to drive awareness and attract new customers, but they fall short in retention and advocacy. We blame customer service instead. hair flip: Don’t be that brand. Anyway, there’s a point to this.

Marketing 60

Marketing B2C Customer Service Facebook 60

Norton's Notes

OCTOBER 13, 2014

Put together after a YouGov study of 228 agency and in-house PR professionals across a wide range of sectors, the results are, for me, both encouraging and worrying. Agency and in-house skill sets continue to grow, which makes common sense considering the growth in digital and practitioners having no choice but to skill up.

Digital PR 45

Digital PR Trends Training Media Training 45

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

The feature enables “enterprises to analyze customer conversations from owned data sources” and let the Talkwalker AI engine analyze it. Internal data such as survey responses, call center data or customer service email data according to a company representative. What sort of data? Why would you do this?

Internal 64

Internal International Data Media 64