Stephen Waddington

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

The agency market is in flux as the economy reinflates. Agencies are facing the following opportunities. What’s your take on the industry and what are other agencies doing? Here are five areas in which I’m helping my agency clients work through the current business environment. But there’s plenty of opportunity.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

As a PR agency team , we also have a lot to be thankful for at our firm. Working in PR, you hear stories about challenging clients, but they are rare. While nothing’s easy, the companies we work with are high-growth businesses, and in many cases, leaders in their industries. Amazing clients. Tech tools for staying connected .

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Stephen Waddington

MAY 26, 2021

COVID-19 has seen an explosion of new PR agencies. More than 50 new PR agencies have been founded in the UK during the COVID-19 pandemic according to a report published today by Wadds Inc. It provides insights into the market and clear direction and inspiration for anyone thinking of starting their own agency. A new Wadds Inc.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Once upon a time, many moons ago, I worked at a large PR agency as part of the consumer technology team. PR agency life can be gratifying and exciting, just as it can be fast-paced and stress-inducing. I didn’t get into the public relations and communications industry through a traditional career route.

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5W PR

JANUARY 29, 2024

Effective public relations in the defense tech industry involves more than just dealing with the present. Their goal is to change how the public sees the defense tech industry. Here, technology isn’t about entertainment. It’s about protecting lives, forging strategic partnerships, and navigating ethical gray areas.

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Konnect Agency

APRIL 13, 2022

But I’ve Got a Logo, So Why Do I Need a Creative Agency to Help with Branding? Strong Branding Starts with Strong Research and Listening from your Creative Agency. Our process uncovers what is good, unique and original about your company, which allows us to craft a brand and message that lets those things shine through.

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Stephen Waddington

JANUARY 21, 2020

Announcing a new PR award scheme because it’s an area in which the industry is undeserved. The PR industry doesn’t do enough to celebrate the excellence it delivers to the clients and organisations it serves. The industry is awash with unsung heros that deserve recognition. You’ll undoubtedly have suggestions for categories.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 20, 2019

In public relations , there are many career path possibilities, but most fall into either the agency side or the client side. This is the time of year when I get questions from new graduates about which path makes the most sense for an aspiring PR professional. Agency PR Has Many Advantages. Constant innovation.

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Konnect Agency

APRIL 13, 2022

But I’ve Got a Logo, So Why Do I Need a Creative Agency to Help with Branding? Strong Branding Starts with Strong Research and Listening from your Creative Agency. Our process uncovers what is good, unique and original about your company, which allows us to craft a brand and message that lets those things shine through.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

MARCH 2, 2023

So, why are some Purchasing and Procurement buyers still making decisions based on the lowest PR agency rates? If a buyer picks the agency with the lowest rate, they think they can get more hours from the budget, and therefore, more or better results. Some of the blame falls upon the PR agency industry itself. Integrated.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 8, 2017

Almost four in 10 respondents to a survey of corporate communications, marketing and industry leaders for CommunicationsMatch’s new PR and Communications Agency Search Report said they were looking to hire new agencies in 2017. That’s a lot of new agencies being hired, but it also means other agencies will be dropped.

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Communications Conversations

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

What am I talking about? The centerpiece of the campaign continues to be the “creative” (in this case, a 60-second TV commercial), while social gets short shrift. And this seems to be a big ad agency issue. As an industry, we need to do better. DamnRightItsFolgers pic.twitter.com/for3Z5MVoI.

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Stephen Waddington

JANUARY 7, 2021

Now is a great time to go freelance or to start an agency. If you’re an agency founder it’s also a good time to think about creating additional value, scaling and growth. So why my optimism around freelancing, new agency starts and scaling? The marketing and PR agency market has followed the wider economy and society.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

AUGUST 26, 2014

One of the aspects I like best about being in public relations is that it presents opportunities that appeal to a wide variety of people. Because PR is relevant to nearly every industry, practitioners can tailor a career in any number of ways. One notable distinction: becoming an industry-specific specialist or PR generalist.

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Stephen Waddington

JUNE 29, 2021

Sophie Smith Agencies can claim a proportion of research and development investment costs against their Corporation Tax. Our COVID-19 UK Public Relations report has kickstarted a series of industry conversations about what drives innovation in communication and professional services. More on that to come.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

ET, the #PRStudChat community will gather to discuss Creative PR and how smart PR today requires a combination of creative storytelling, powerful visual imagery and data-driven decision making. Geben was named the national media relations agency of the year (Ragan/PR Daily) and a top 10 agency for startups (Agency Post).

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The Hoffman Agency

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Copyright : [link] , Christopher Burns (@christopher__burns) As the landscape continues to evolve and new trends and technologies redefine industry standards, we invite you to join us as we explore the frontiers of the marketing and communications world in 2024. Read on to find out what the experts have to say. remains to be seen.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 24, 2022

The PR industry has spent decades proving that PR really works. Such firms also get credit for oxymoronic industry terms like “clean coal” and “ renewable natural gas.” He explained that the fossil-fuel industry is “in transition” and therefore needs his agency’s services more than ever.

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5W PR

AUGUST 21, 2023

The jewelry industry is competitive, with many brands trying to attract consumers. By focusing on details and using creative tactics, jewelry brands can create a unique brand identity. Showcasing exceptional craftsmanship In the jewelry industry, quality and craftsmanship are of utmost importance.

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Stern + Associates

AUGUST 25, 2023

Public relations (PR) agencies can help you do this by improving your messaging strategy. However, finding the right PR agency to partner with is rarely a cut-and-dry task. Considering the following tips will help you find the public relations agency that fits your business. However, this is rarely the case in real life.

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5W PR

AUGUST 14, 2023

Misconceptions about career opportunities in public relations can lead to misunderstandings about the work and required skills. Public relations is about spinning stories Career opportunities in public relations are often thought to be all about spinning stories and media interactions.

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The Proactive Report

MAY 27, 2018

If you’re studying PR, or you’re working in the industry, the recent study from USC Annenberg should be by your bedside. The report covers the disruption of the PR industry, what’s changing, what talent is needed in the new model of PR, and where the industry is headed. The Challenge. Corporate-side PR.

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5W PR

MAY 24, 2023

The public relations space has been and will always be one of the vital industries in the market today. All these combined continues to make PR a powerhouse of an industry! For more than two decades, we’ve managed to establish our award-winning team as one of the best in New York’s PR industry and, eventually, all over the world.

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Shift Communications

OCTOBER 2, 2014

Six months before any of us knew the market would crash, I considered my decision to enter the PR industry a calculated career risk. I did it for the challenge, but I knew that applying my traditional creative director background to the world of earned media came with uncertainties. It wasn’t just my experience.

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The Proactive Report

MAY 27, 2018

If you’re studying PR, or you’re working in the industry, the recent study from USC Annenberg should be by your bedside. The report covers the disruption of the PR industry, what’s changing, what talent is needed in the new model of PR, and where the industry is headed. The Challenge. Corporate-side PR.

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Industry Measurement SEO Corporate 100

Shift Communications

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

During a PRSA Boston event, Matthew Raven, VP of Marketing Technology at SHIFT Communications, presented an insightful discussion about the power of Google Analytics and how it can serve PR professionals. ” This presents a challenge to the public relations industry because it leaves us with a proof problem. The Solution.

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The Proactive Report

MAY 27, 2018

If you’re studying PR, or you’re working in the industry, the recent study from USC Annenberg should be by your bedside. The report covers the disruption of the PR industry, what’s changing, what talent is needed in the new model of PR, and where the industry is headed. The Challenge. Corporate-side PR.

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Industry Measurement SEO Corporate 100

Wadds Inc.

AUGUST 14, 2023

To find out more, we approached two industry specialists for their perspectives. Creative capabilities in particular are highly sought after – so the Uncommon/Havas deal was not surprising. We are bullish about the market for the medium term. Are there any trends agency owners should have on their radar?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 10, 2023

As a PR agency that works with high-growth companies, including many technology brands, we talk a lot about why public relations is important for the tech industry. But it’s just as important to ask why technology is important to the PR industry.

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Stephen Waddington

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

It finds an industry getting to grips with structural changes, managing the health impact of COVID-19, and bracing for Brexit. Ingham’s view, informed by the 35,000 members of the PRCA, was that the industry would shrink by as much as a fifth. All around the world, our industry has been hit hard by COVID-19. said Ingham.

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PR in High Definition

MARCH 28, 2023

Or think about a time where you bought something that is clearly the wrong size and can’t be returned. Embarking on a partnership with a PR agency is one of those business purchasing decisions that shouldn’t be taken lightly. There are thousands of excellent communications agencies in Europe, of all shapes and sizes.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 30, 2016

The Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity – the Oscars of the advertising business – was held last week, and apparently it was a big disappointment for the public relations industry, which won fewer awards than in previous years. ” Today, it’s a “Creativity” extravaganza, and with good reason.

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Konnect Agency

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

While the future of live events continues to be murky, PR agencies are cracking the code on how to host and get the most out of digital and virtual events. Why Brands Should Embrace Digital Events With the Help of a PR Agency. If you think about it, digital events have similar benefits to in-person events and then some.

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Stephen Waddington

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

3Thinkrs is looking to cooperate with other digital, marketing and public relations agencies to solve the entry level onboarding and training challenge created by COVID-19. Yesterday I wrote about the issues faces employers in recruiting junior and mid-level talent in public relations. Today it’s the turn of entry level recruitment.

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Ishmael's Corner

DECEMBER 23, 2014

Everyone perceives advertising agencies as creative. The Super Bowl delivers three hours of programming that essentially turns into a promo for creativity in the ad biz. People also categorize the digital shops under creativity. It also begs the question, how much do clients actually care about the behavior?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 23, 2022

Any good PR agency team wants to get a new engagement up and running as quickly and as well as possible. The first 90 days of an engagement can be the most hectic time of an entire client-agency experience. Understanding how they work is essential for an agency to jumpstart a PR relationship and build trust. Do a deep dive.

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Konnect Agency

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

While the future of live events continues to be murky, PR agencies are cracking the code on how to host and get the most out of digital and virtual events. Why Brands Should Embrace Digital Events With the Help of a PR Agency. If you think about it, digital events have similar benefits to in-person events and then some.

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