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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Agency Energy Crisis Management Industry 88

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 29, 2020

For a PR agency , what’s better than winning a new client? In the PR business, client retention is tied to staff retention, and both impact the health of any creative services agency. In the PR business, client retention is tied to staff retention, and both impact the health of any creative services agency. Agree on KPIs.

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Agency Banking Internal International 182

Sword and the Script

JUNE 9, 2020

75% of PR and comms pros say media relations is getting harder – up 25% over three years; here are some practical techniques for adapting A majority of public relations and communications professionals say media relations keeps getting harder. Here are a few representative comments: “Media are stretched very thin.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 9, 2019

Any good public relations agency should want to have an open conversation about what clients can expect for their investment. But even the best agencies don’t always spill the tea at the very first meeting. Here are some things to keep in mind for companies looking to bring on an outside PR agency for the first time.

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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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Agency Survey SEO Social Media 223

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 29, 2022

Or we may go with an embargo, which means offering the news to a wider pool of media targets at the same time. . For any type of media outreach, lead time is critical. Don’t be afraid to be honest with a client or your internal team about the status of a given pitch or initiative. Give yourself enough lead time.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

Like most career PR agency people, I always drink the client Kool-Aid. I’m a true believer, internalizing brand messages and language — even in a personal setting, even after years. Most agency PR people have similar stories. Yet one reason brands bring on agencies is that they’re relatively objective.

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Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Earned Media & Media Relations In the old days, sending out press releases and then managing a Rolodex of media contacts could help PR pros to land earned media. Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix.

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Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 195

Konnect Agency

APRIL 20, 2021

As a publicist, you are talking with the media daily as they are the gatekeepers when it comes to deciding if they are willing to include your client in their media coverage. If you are a social media manager, your conversations are with influencers who are promoting your client’s product. Talking about a “taboo” topic.

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Social Media Media Relations Media Pitching 52

The Hoffman Agency

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

By Avni Gupta, Intern. Enter me: an intern at The Hoffman Agency, ready to dive deep into the world of media relations and social media for AI, robotics and semiconductors. Media relations was a completely new realm of PR for me, and finding the levity in semiconductors wasn’t always a cakewalk either.

Agency 68

Agency Internal International Storytelling 68

Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Earned Media & Media Relations. In the old days, sending out press releases and then managing a Rolodex of media contacts could help PR pros to land earned media. Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix.

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Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

The Hoffman Agency

AUGUST 21, 2023

During my first internship with the Women’s Collegiate Softball League as their media relations representative, I was able to garner several pieces of coverage for the league. The feelings of pride and happiness that I experienced after seeing the articles only further confirmed that I wanted to pursue public relations as a career.

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Internal International LinkedIn System 36

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

What you see and what your PR agency sees could diverge — in a good way. Beyond the media relations role, an objective view of the organization will help identify vulnerabilities, opportunities, and new strategies to build a leadership positioning. A big-idea resource Who can put a price tag on a great idea?

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Leadership Reputation Internal International 182

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 28, 2020

On the agency side, it’s sometimes because the team overpromises in their eagerness to win a new client. Yet corporate PR officers also fall victim to inflated or impractical expectations when their internal clients don’t understand what’s possible. Media relations deals with the news environment, which is by definition unpredictable.

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Publicity How To Agency Product Launch 334

Agility PR Solutions

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

A new survey of journalists from European independent agencies network Fincom Alliance investigates the real and perceived impact of the pandemic on both companies and media operating in and around the financial services sector.

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Financial Communications Survey Media 144

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 5, 2017

Have you decided that 2017 is the year to form a partnership with a new public relations agency? Whether it’s your first foray into agency PR or you’re an old hand at such relationships, we have some advice to help you and your team create conditions for success. Don’t expect the PR agency to do it all.

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Konnect Agency

JUNE 22, 2023

That’s why it’s essential for businesses to have a crisis communications plan in place and a seasoned PR agency partner to can help streamline that process and create a dependable strategy. This includes employees, customers, shareholders, and the media.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 8, 2021

One of the benefits of working in a small PR agency is the relationships you build with your co-workers and senior management. In larger agencies, you could be just a name on paper and get lost in a corner somewhere. Are you a strong writer, social media whiz or maybe have a special touch when it comes to media relations?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

As any ad or PR agency knows, our budgets are vulnerable when the economy turns soft. And public relations in particular simply doesn’t lend itself to sudden starts and stops. Media relations results can lag activity by three months or more. Dropping proactive media relations can also pose a reputation risk.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Earned Media/Media Relations. Far from just managing a digital Rolodex, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix. Owned Media/Content Strategy. Media Monitoring & Analysis. AirPR offers a media monitoring solution.

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Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 6, 2016

What do clients really want from their PR agency ? Here’s what these top communications execs said they want and expect from an agency relationship. “I want my agency to offer things I didn’t know I needed.” “I want an agency that hates to lose,” is how he puts it. Unanticipated value.

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Agency Public Affairs Energy Resources 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Is earned media – otherwise known as press coverage — still the key to a successful public relations program? And even in the business, many reduce the broader public relations function to one outcome – positive publicity, often known as earned media. Many have paid-media envy, because it looks easy.

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SEO Agency Reputation Policies 227

Prohibition

JANUARY 24, 2022

Crisis communications are key in today’s interconnected social media world. Prohibition PR is a full-service agency specialising in crisis communication, reputation management , and strategic messaging. With our wealth of media contacts and track record of good work, we’ll craft the perfect strategy to repair your reputation.

Crisis Communications 62

Crisis Communications Crisis Agency Communications 62

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Working at a tech PR agency , we’re accustomed to collaborating with many different types of companies. Some are familiar with the ins and outs of public relations, while others are new to PR and rely on our guidance. But as every agency or in-house PR person knows, there can be bumps in any relationship.

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Pitching Agency Communications Internal 156

Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

“Executives and business decision makers see the value in face-to-face meetings and access to global media, which only a show like CES can provide. Here are some of the highlighted numbers from CES 2024: 138,739 participants, 40% of which were international attendees hailing from outside the U.S.A.

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Automotive Mobile Government Technology 99

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 3, 2021

Guest post by Crenshaw Communications intern, Jordan Farbowitz . Being an intern at a top New York PR agency has exposed me to many things I hadn’t experienced before. A major goal of good PR is helping your client get more exposure in the media, and that means talking to reporters. Exclusive” . Get a bite” (or a nibble).

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Journalism Internal International Pitching 344

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 1, 2022

” In open-ended comments, respondents cite digital, internal comms and a greater focus on comms by leadership as among the underlying reasons. Some of those comments include the following: “Significantly more related to internal comms and recruiting.”. Michelle Garrett , PR consultant, Garrett Public Relations.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 12, 2016

If you’ve ever worked with a top technology PR agency , you know the business of developing public relations programs for hot tech companies or startups can be challenging. To be successful, there are some key things to keep in mind from the start of a PR agency relationship. Focus the team’s time.

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Agency Tools Technology Media Training 149

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 30, 2016

The other reason is that for many PR agencies, Cannes simply hasn’t been on the radar, except when a client is a sponsor or honoree. In 2015, PRs were heartened that three winning Lions were entered by PR agencies, and the Procter & Gamble’s “Like A Girl” campaign won the PR Grand Prix.

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Agency Creativity Advertising Advertising 120

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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5W PR

OCTOBER 9, 2023

However, effectively engaging in international public relations requires a strategic approach that considers cultural nuances, local preferences, and diverse media landscapes. Local partnerships Collaborating with local PR agencies, influencers, and media outlets can provide invaluable insights and connections.

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Strategy Brand Branding How To 78

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. Anne Isenhower a media relations expert and social media enthusiast who works with nonprofits and Fortune 500 CEOs. Fragmentation of media means fewer eyeballs on each story.

Media Relations 40

Media Relations Measurement Media Analysis 40

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Regular “touch-base” calls are a PR agency staple. A PR agency is typically brought on to do more than secure media coverage. If a brand is new to PR or unfamiliar with the ins-and-outs of media relations, it’s time to walk through key items like announcement strategies, timelines and anticipated results.

How To 156

How To Meeting Case Study Survey 156

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Regular “touch-base” calls are a PR agency staple. A PR agency is typically brought on to do more than secure media coverage. If a brand is new to PR or unfamiliar with the ins-and-outs of media relations, it’s time to walk through key items like announcement strategies, timelines and anticipated results.

How To 156

How To Meeting Case Study Survey 156

5W PR

AUGUST 23, 2023

They create press releases , media pitches, and coordinate interviews to generate positive media coverage. PR specialists build relationships with journalists, bloggers, and influencers to secure media placements and handle crisis communication when necessary.

Publicity 78

Publicity Public Affairs Crisis Communications Policies 78

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 6, 2022

For example, media monitoring, once a tedious and time-consuming daily ritual, is now far more efficient given AI-assisted tech. Take the case of social media; what was once a creative space for brands to engage with customers is now so cluttered that making connections is difficult, and paid media strategies are often necessary.

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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. A business case is a document that outlines the value or benefits your company will gain if you pursue a significant business investment or initiative.

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