Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

The PR pro sends thoughtful, data-backed pitches, engages with reporters on social media, sends swag (when appropriate), maintains relevant media lists, and manages all follow-through with reporters and journalists. It’s also common for specialized agencies to be hired on a project basis for repositioning or when market research is required.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Sword and the Script

JULY 6, 2021

OnePitch recommends reporters to pitch; ResponseSource shuts down #journorequest curation; Meltwater acquires Owler; Critical Mention adds “cast & crew” TV data. Can your agency bring big ideas and execute? OnePitch feature recommends reporters to pitch. As the saying goes, one-half of strategy is deciding what not to do.

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Pitching Report Software Survey 89

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

And we’ve written about what agencies need from their client partners in order to be successful. The chief parameters of the client-agency relationship are covered in the letter of agreement, and planning documents will further outline expectations. Has the agency maintained staffing as promised? Beyond The LOA.

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Agency Print Course Travel 136

Stephen Waddington

JUNE 3, 2021

The May edition of WaddsCon covered a range of topics from the COVID-19 impact on client/agency relations to the impact on print, and from measurement frameworks to professionalism in public relations. It is an innovative means of internal engagement that often spills out onto social media.

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Report Energy Print Measurement 203

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 17, 2021

The study, the seventh annual, is based on a poll of “more than 300 agency and in-house executives from across the world.”. Among agencies, “92% of agencies say that client expectations of creativity have risen since the onset of the pandemic.”. Journalists respond to just 3.27% of pitches.

Creativity 96

Creativity Study Ethics Publicity 96

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 18, 2022

At a top PR agency , winning a new client is when the real work starts. The same is true for internal PR or communications teams as they begin a new campaign. From understanding the sector or project, to organizing onboardings, media lists and pitches, startup can be a whirlwind. Pay attention to details.

How To 203

How To Case Study Meeting Pitching 203

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 18, 2022

At a top PR agency , winning a new client is when the real work starts. The same is true for internal PR or communications teams as they begin a new campaign. From understanding the sector or project, to organizing onboardings, media lists and pitches, startup can be a whirlwind. Pay attention to details.

How To 203

How To Case Study Meeting Pitching 203

Onclusive

OCTOBER 12, 2021

This initiative can be anything from a new product launch, to a proposal to increase spend on a branding campaign, or a significant investment with a new agency—to name a few. Think of it as a sales pitch with robust data and justification. As an example, an increased budget may be necessary to develop new impactful content.

Resources 195

Resources Technology Data Tools 195

OnePitch

JUNE 16, 2022

She began her career in the editorial department at InStyle magazine, before transitioning into the world of corporate communications at a leading talent agency, and eventually, consumer PR. Of course, the day wouldn’t be complete without a steady drumbeat of client calls and internal meetings to hash out priorities and deliverables.

Pitching 63

Pitching Consumer How To Meeting 63

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Most of all, we’re a strategic resource for internal and external clients. Prospective clients often tell us that their agency is hard-working, smart, and collegial, but that they simply don’t prioritize top-tier media coverage. Look at the flipside of the PR agency that wants to offer a range of marketing services.

SEO 227

SEO Agency Reputation Policies 227

5W PR

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Think of this as the company’s elevator pitch with some festival flair. Bringing the A-game Design a visually stunning and functional booth, train the internal team to be brand ambassadors, and prepare eye-catching promotional materials because presentation matters.

Brand 78

Brand Branding How To Film 78

Mindful Marketing

JANUARY 10, 2017

At my first agency job, the majority of my day was spent faxing press releases to media outlets, and taping newspaper and magazine articles into giant “clip books” while calculating the number of estimated reader impressions achieved. This was PR measurement. Agencies are often asked to include competitive comparisons in reports.

Measurement 50

Measurement Comparison Analytics Agency 50

The Resolution Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2017

I spent six years in traditional PR agencies before moving to digital marketing where I spent a further six years specialising in SEO and working in-house with my clients to integrate digital marketing. I know how many specialist agencies there now are offering communications. There is no silver-bullet in PR measurement.

How To 180

How To SEO eBook Measurement 180

PRSay

JANUARY 14, 2022

Agencies must reevaluate success measurement with clients to better show value. Civility matters, and if communicators aren’t the leading the band of discourse, we will all be off pitch. They will also survey internal teams to see how the pandemic has permanently changed the band. I was driving through the misty rain.

Communications 164

Communications Trends Nonprofit Radio 164

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 3, 2019

Senior executives who do not make themselves available for internal reviews, or who don’t participate as corporate spokespersons where needed are sending a message that the program isn’t important, which can hamstring the PR team’s efforts. See our earlier article on how PR agencies set budgets and billing. No measure of success.

SEO 178

SEO Storytelling Product Launch Measurement 178

Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 1, 2017

Video content is the future of social media and for brands, businesses or influencers questioning the benefits, we detail five ways going live has improved our agency. So naturally, when Facebook’s Live feature debuted we immediately knew the potential for businesses, brands and our agency. Build and Establish Thought Leadership.

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Video Facebook Social Media Creativity 283

Shift Communications

OCTOBER 15, 2015

Both in-house and agency marketing teams will be defending the year’s work, planning for 2016 and securing (or hopefully expanding!) Unfortunately there is no silver bullet measurement tool. This helps you measure how a campaign or individual piece of content performs. Check out our PR measurement tool. Want to know more?

Measurement 60

Measurement Data-Driven PR Analytics Data 60

Mindful Marketing

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

Hiring an agency can seem pretty cool – having a dedicated team of professionals promoting you and your business all day sounds nice, right? And unless you’re tracking and measuring their performance, that cost can quickly become a money pit. So when is the right time to hire a PR agency? That depends.

Agency 50

Agency Crisis Communications Measurement Analytics 50

Shift Communications

MAY 16, 2017

If the client is new to the team, the agency should conduct research into the industry, trends, publications and competitors prior to the meeting so that questions are relevant and specific to challenges they may face. As an agency, our job is to show how our program can be part of the larger marketing mix.

Creativity 141

Creativity Measurement Pitching Internal 141

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

Internal communications: PR practitioners may also be responsible for communicating with employees and stakeholders within an organization. Public affairs: This involves working with government officials and agencies to shape public policy and advocate on behalf of an organization.”. How is public relations measured?

Interviews 99

Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 99

Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 3, 2016

The May edition of #measurePR brought together three fabulous guests who were ready to share their smarts on measuring media relations. On common mistakes when measuring media relations: A4 USAT circ=2M, so 1K click-thrus looks small. In June, #measurePR goes international! But it’s huge. June #measurePR Announcement.

Media Relations 40

Media Relations Measurement Media Analysis 40

Sword and the Script

JUNE 9, 2020

Many of the open-ended comments from the survey point to underlying causes such as the rise of social media and self-publishing, disruption of the advertising-heavy business model in news, subsequent cuts to editorial staff, growth among the ranks of PR, and the deluge of pitches reporters receive. Measured on clicks, quick hits.”

Media Relations 111

Media Relations Media Survey Pitching 111

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 21, 2018

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. Internally, data can inform our PR strategy and make our branded content better and more engaging. Data and more data. Artificial intelligence.

Trends 157

Trends Privacy Data Reputation 157

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

This month was no exception, and perhaps because many of the launches were timed with annual PRSA International Conference which wrapped up recently. 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 63

Internal International Data Media 63

Sword and the Script

APRIL 20, 2021

We had two other part-time (agency) resources that worked under my direction to help – plus access to a centralized creative team for design and technical assistance. The results were clear and measurable. Some of the influencers I was pitching when I began, were now pitching me to submit a guest post. I didn’t pitch it.

B2B 106

B2B Leadership Marketing Blogging 106

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 15, 2017

Mistakes in PR planning or execution are costly, particularly when you consider the typical investment in a top public relations agency team. Even large companies make the mistake of skimping on funds for internal and external PR, and it sometimes comes back to bite them. No baseline for measuring outcomes.

How To 149

How To Government Product Launch Internal 149

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 11, 2020

What measures are in place to protect those at risk? For PR agencies like ours, we can work from home offices and conduct business as usual, adapting our plans to the news story of the day. For most of us, this is not a time to be newsjacking the outbreak with off-target or opportunistic media pitches. Manage expectations.

Employee 156

Employee Leadership Viral Small Business 156

Shift Communications

JULY 26, 2022

appeared first on SHIFT Communications: A Performance Communications Agency + PR Firm in Boston | New York | San Francisco. It’s been said, “failing to plan is planning to fail.” Should a recession hit, the narrative around the labor market and the impact it has on businesses, the workforce and our communities will undoubtedly change.

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Brand Branding SEO Employee 78

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

PR agencies, you’re running for re-election. So whether the PR is handled in-house or with an agency, it’s a good time to demonstrate its value. The PR team must continue to perform at a high level and generate measurable outcomes for the fourth quarter. For seasonal advice, check out these holiday pitching tips.

Retail 136

Retail Creativity Leadership Agency 136

Prohibition

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

It can also involve data -driven strategies, such as driving lead generation, maximising reach, and measuring the success of distribution strategies. Working with a Tech PR agency can help to ensure that the right strategies are used for maximum results. 3d hands holding a cell phone and pointing to the screen. neon lights.

Strategy 62

Strategy Brand Branding Technology 62

Barokas

AUGUST 16, 2017

Starting off on the right foot and being on the same page is crucial to set the tone for the agency-client relationship. Showing that the agency is organized and proactive early on builds a strong foundation for a trusted relationship. Schedule an internal meeting to discuss first steps and ensure all team members understand account.

Meeting 60

Meeting Internal International Agency 60

Shift Communications

AUGUST 17, 2018

The next step involves rolling out your post-earnings pitch strategy. For PR professionals, pitching anything “after the fact” might seem foreign, counterproductive or even downright wrong. Beating the competition is not only a status symbol for the company, but also offers various angles to explore and pitch. Shevaun Betzler.

Pitching 83

Pitching Product Launch Data Measurement 83

Barokas

AUGUST 16, 2017

Starting off on the right foot and being on the same page is crucial to set the tone for the agency-client relationship. Showing that the agency is organized and proactive early on builds a strong foundation for a trusted relationship. Schedule an internal meeting to discuss first steps and ensure all team members understand account.

Meeting 60

Meeting Internal International Agency 60

5W PR

JUNE 23, 2022

When a company is able to do that, it can generate a lot of positive exposure in relevant outlets, trade publications, and even columns in both local and international newspapers. The second ones need to be SMART goals, which means they are going to be specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound. Simplicity.

Publicity 88

Publicity Reputation Technology Industry 88

PR in High Definition

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

On the flip side, I’m sure there are plenty of clients that receive huge, glamourous promises from agencies and then the work those agencies deliver is somewhat lacking. As a result, there develops a lack of trust and teamwork, which stunts productivity and causes a problematic relationship between the agency and client.

Agency 48

Agency Measurement Tools Communications 48

Waxing UnLyrical

DECEMBER 21, 2018

What are very specific goals and how can they be measured? Internal stakeholders can either fill out a document, or, you can sit down face-to-face and develop the material together. This is a group exercise for an internal team working for a client. This is a group exercise for an internal team working for a client.

Strategy 88

Strategy Analysis Small Business Measurement 88

Solo PR Pro

APRIL 5, 2022

When I left the media relations agency I cofounded after 16 years, I realized I would need an expanded skillset to attract new clients. That’s because the kind of work I wanted as a sole practitioner was no longer strictly found in pitching and placement. Set your goals and objectives and determine how you'll measure your success.

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How To Fashion Banking Industry 104