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.

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Contently - Strategy

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Let’s just say it: Most branded content isn’t very good. Along the way, I’ve probably consumed more pieces of branded content than anyone else. A detrimental representation of their brand. Content is the primary way that consumers have that crucial first impression with your brand. I should know.

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The Hoffman Agency

AUGUST 21, 2019

Following the lead of other companies such as LinkedIn , we decided to host Bring Your Family to Work Day so each of our team members could bring one or two family members to our office in Vancouver, Washington, for a little taste of our world: storytelling, PR, technology … and a happy hour, of course. How do you define PR? “A

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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. 6 PR tactics to differentiate your brand. A company can set itself apart by speaking in a distinct brand voice. There are some PR tactics that can help. Have a distinct voice. Is it humorous?

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Prohibition

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Overview of Tech PR Tech PR is the strategic use of communications and relationships to build the reputation of a brand or business in the technology industry. Tech PR also involves securing media coverage and amplifying content through storytelling to reach the right target audience.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

While marketing is focused on driving sales, PR is designed to build trust in a brand or company and grow its reputation. What you see and what your PR agency sees could diverge — in a good way. An agency team brings value that is distinct from the background of an internal comms unit.

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Onclusive

DECEMBER 6, 2019

It’s critical to keep up with the latest trends, technologies, and methodologies so that your company doesn’t miss opportunities and get left behind. . This awards event celebrates the best of the best corporate, agency, nonprofit, and education teams, and the work they produced during the entry period. Dates: March 19, 2020.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 29, 2017

Brand advocacy will grow. Shortly before the inauguration of the new president, some brands went against convention and waded into political territory. Visual storytelling will be better and easier. If you’ve any doubt about the power of visual storytelling, check out these superb examples by brands large and small.

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The Hoffman Agency

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

These are the four technologies the EU wants to protect, especially from China — Euronews Electric vehicles: yet another battleground between China and the West — Verdict Spies will be called in to keep Britain safe from hostile Chinese AI — The Telegraph You’ll notice our coverage focuses a lot on competition with China.

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Cision

MAY 31, 2017

After surveying 2,000 adults to test their attention spans, Microsoft found that technology, social media, and the large volume of media people consume daily is linked to their inability to focus for extended periods of time. Upon snapping photos of them, participants were given the option to add a branded filter to their Snapchat photos.

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5W PR

JANUARY 3, 2024

Beauty brands face unique challenges and opportunities in a landscape where trends, consumer expectations, and digital platforms play pivotal roles. Brands are leveraging digital channels to connect directly with consumers, share brand stories, and showcase products.

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5W PR

AUGUST 14, 2023

It’s a strategic discipline that requires understanding audiences, effective storytelling , and navigating complex communication landscapes. PR is strategic and requires understanding audiences, storytelling, and navigating complex communication landscapes.

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Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 4, 2017

It’s far too easy to say that B2B technology is dull. Even in B2B technology, marketers will find better success focusing on story in which the prospect sees themselves. And storytelling in B2B marketing is the theme for this weeks’ Unscripted Marketing links [UML]. Why Content Marketing is the New Branding.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 1, 2019

There are all types of PR problems, but the one that nobody wants to deal with is the public relations program that just isn’t generating traction, or one where outcomes fall short of expectations by the client or PR agency. ” But most PR agencies have become more sophisticated about goal-setting and measurement.

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The Hoffman Agency

MARCH 21, 2024

While the macro mood is buoyant, is Prabowo-Gibran good news for Indonesia’s technology sector? New leadership in Indonesia offers fresh opportunities for technology companies, but businesses must understand the policy and regulation changes that are coming.

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PRSay

JANUARY 1, 2020

that will hopefully make your 2020 even more successful: Remember not to skimp on storytelling. Your team may have many components — at MediaSource, we’ve got creatives, strategic types and PR practitioners — but ultimately, your work should always come back to storytelling. Unsure of whether your team is strong enough at storytelling?

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Flack's Revenge

APRIL 27, 2021

When all was said and done PR seemed to be my thing, so I set out to interview for client-side and agency gigs while picking up some freelancing business. ” One in particular, the owner of a boutique tech PR agency was thrilled that I was an electrical engineer and former IBM-er like him. But the comments were mostly positive.

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Stephen Waddington

JANUARY 27, 2021

I’ve recently joined the Reuben Sinclair management team as a non executive director to help develop its PRogress network for agency founders and managers , and RS-Engage its outsourced talent offer. This fundamental skill set continues to be in demand agency-side. 25 PR agencies have secured funding to create 60 jobs.

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Prohibition

AUGUST 3, 2023

For brands, using video content is an almost certified method to drive strong engagement and increase brand awareness in doing so. In this blog post, integrated social media marketing agency Prohibition will share five predictions for the future of video on social media and why they should be on your radar.

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Onclusive

JANUARY 25, 2019

Staying on top of the latest trends, technologies and strategies is paramount. The conference features over 120 sessions and workshops presented by the leading brand marketers and experts from around the world covering strategy, storytelling, ROI, demand generation, AI, and more. ContentTECH Summit. Dates: April 8-10, 2019.

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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. For tech PR agencies who represent early-stage companies and other technology companies, the dominance of the giants extends into the mediascape, monopolizing the attention of key journalists.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

MARCH 8, 2017

ET, the #PRStudChat community will gather to discuss how storytelling and content help to build relationships with your community. What role does content play in building relationships and a community around your brand? How do you know the best type of content to share to support your storytelling? Huffington Post and U.S.

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Shift Communications

AUGUST 29, 2023

Here’s what happened next: The media boosted coverage, mostly around ChatGPT itself but also how the technology works, the risks, the influx of VC funding and more. While many AI startups are getting “big” ( there are already 13 genAI unicorns , and they’re getting to $1B+ valuations fast), brand awareness is lacking.

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Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Powell Tate partners with organizations across sectors — global corporations, advocacy groups, nonprofits and foundations, coalitions, national trade associations and government agencies. Golin provides effective solutions and reaches diverse global markets to best represent brands. GOLINglobal. With no boundaries, everyone wins.

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5W PR

OCTOBER 31, 2023

10 Networking Events for PR Professionals In the fast-paced world of public relations (PR) and marketing, staying updated with the latest trends, technologies, and strategies is vital. In an era of digital noise, it’s crucial for brands to stand out while fostering meaningful connections with consumers.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

APRIL 10, 2017

There’s nothing like a grueling weekend spent unsuccessfully following up on pitches for coverage of a client’s innovative, disruptive, and ground-breaking new technology release to make you start daydreaming of starting your own firm. agency, media and. A Guest Post by Maris Callahan, Director of Public Relations, Donuts Inc.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 7, 2017

Some PR agencies fall into a trap of chasing only only large, brand-name clients. This is in part because like attracts like; large brands can bring more of the same, they reason. Small businesses today are empowered through digital technology. Technology is a great equalizer for a business. Goliath myth.

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MaccaPR

MARCH 12, 2019

Name a prominent medical product or healthcare brand – from Medtronic, Hennepin Healthcare, Prime Therapeutics, Upsher-Smith Labs and Provation to Vigilanz, Philips, 3M, Hill-Rom and Teleflex – and the Minneapolis-based healthcare marketing agency StoneArch has probably been involved.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Since before Mark Cuban famously warned tech startups against bringing on a PR agency , there’s been an ongoing debate about public relations for early-stage businesses, and lots of advice for how to build the kind of earned media visibility that rivals well known brands like Uber or Casper. The answer is no.

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Victorious PR

APRIL 4, 2023

Public relations helps companies in the crypto space build and maintain their brand image while keeping their investors and stakeholders informed about their latest developments. A top pr agency should be able to develop a comprehensive and effective plan that aligns with the client’s business objectives and goals.

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Cision

AUGUST 23, 2017

In fact, consumers think of brands and products as something, or someone, that could address their emotional needs. So, Samsung, a leading mobile brand in the country, unveiled a new road safety campaign called #SafeIndia. Humanize Your Brand. As a PR pro, you must have heard a thousand times about emotional storytelling.

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PR in High Definition

JUNE 27, 2017

And as it grows, more news organisations, marketers and PRs want to get involved to explore its new storytelling possibilities. Due to the immersive nature of VR, brands can give people an incredibly powerful experience. But is it too early for brands to invest in VR? Or should they wait until the technology has evolved?

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Shift Communications

DECEMBER 4, 2017

Thanks to technologies like cloud computing, ubiquitous Internet access, mobile devices, and machine learning, the pace of change will only increase. PR must adapt to realize that no one audience exists any longer; brands and clients instead address dozens or hundreds of micro-audiences in their communications. Reputation Is Brand.

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Cision

MARCH 22, 2017

With rapidly evolving technology and new mediums of communication, we’re getting to a place where an insane amount of time is being spent on the packaging and overall delivery of what we’re saying, but the actual message is getting lost in translation. or “What was that even about?”. via GIPHY. Camille Sheehan ☁️ (@CSheehanPR) March 13, 2017.

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NewsWhip

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Through our work with agencies, brands, and news organizations, we’ve identified five key things that will help lay the groundwork for a great year. Embrace new technologies. She's most interested in bridging the gap between business and editorial and exploring ways publishers can use data to inform their storytelling.

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The Resolution Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Love, Little Rock Location: US The brand: Little Rock Regional Chamber The agency: Stone Ward It all started with an ad. The agency that worked with the Little Rock Regional Chamber, Stone Ward, bought the ad in The Washington Post and sprinkled some cash into targeted online ads. In total, less than $80,000 was spent on ads.

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5W PR

JUNE 7, 2021

Using geolocation technology, it sends rewards and product recommendations from sales associates when a user steps inside a store. Multimedia features and storytelling techniques can be used to create striking content. If it’s a beauty brand, it can send potential customers texts about beauty routines. DSW has a centralized app.

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