ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 24, 2022

With its splashy headlines and viral tweets, consumer PR gets all the attention. And it’s often very cost-effective relative to consumer public relations. Earned media builds brand credibility. That’s where B2B brands have an opportunity to educate their market. For B2B brands, expertise counts.

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PRSay

AUGUST 30, 2023

Then, user-generated “Barbenheimer” memes , which combined images from both films, went viral on social media, sparking the idea that people could see the movies back-to-back on the same day. The success of “Barbenheimer” can inspire communicators to find new and creative approaches to brand partnerships and cross-promotions.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 14, 2020

It has also brought out the best in some companies and brands, with accompanying positive PR. Here are my picks for best brand moves so far during the COVID-19 pandemic. It delivered 150 cans of Coors Light, and, of course, the social media coverage went viral. But still others have stepped up. I hope she shared.

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NewsWhip

DECEMBER 7, 2023

In his statement, Cornell mentioned that customers would not “miss a beat of their Black Friday week shopping” even though stores would be closed on Thanksgiving, but it was Black Friday that unfortunately brought forth some negative attention for the brand, after a week of particularly positive coverage.

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NewsWhip

JUNE 21, 2022

This month Kantar released their annual BrandZ Global Report that ranks, analyzes, and honors the world’s most valuable brands. This is done through Kantar’s financial model that calculates brand value (the $ amount that the brand contributes to the overall business value of the parent company).

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PRSay

MAY 29, 2019

If you asked people where they get their content these days, you might be surprised by how many rely on social influencers and viral platforms like Uplift and Humankind to hear from their favorite brands. Here are some go-to tips: Before approaching influencers with an immediate ask, demonstrate your knowledge of their brand.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 5, 2018

Most often, reactive PR is associated with “newsjacking,” where a brand may seize on a trending news story through social posts or expert commentary in the media. PR wins from brand commandeering. When Stewart retired as host, Arby’s even tweeted him a job application and made a hilarious farewell viral video.

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Victorious PR

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Public relations (PR) is essential in promoting a brand and driving sales. It helps build and maintain a brand’s positive image and can influence people’s perception of it. In modern times, public perception of your brand is more critical than any traditional advertising.

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NewsWhip

JANUARY 11, 2023

Our monthly analysis of the top brand coverage usually reveals hundreds of stories with several varying narratives, and only every so often do we uncover a theme that’s responsible for multiple brands making headlines in a big way. This story has continued into early January following the TikTok that went viral on Dec 17th.

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Melissa Agnes

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

The YouTube Shooting Crisis: How Mountain View Police Department quickly regained control of the narrative that was going viral against their agency. The post How To Get Ahead Of A Crisis When You’re Already Behind – Invincible Brand Podcast appeared first on Melissa Agnes - Crisis Management Keynote Speaker.

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5W PR

AUGUST 10, 2021

Many years ago, one of the currently most successful personal care brands, Old Spice, faced the problem of not appealing to a younger audience. That meant appealing to a younger target audience was going to take some rebranding, and the brand had to change its image. It did this successfully with a bold marketing campaign.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

OCTOBER 3, 2023

These pint-sized personalities have amassed legions of followers on social media platforms, partnering with brands and making a significant impact on the world of influencer marketing. Their authenticity and natural approachability make them relatable, helping brands foster consumer trust.

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Agility PR Solutions

MARCH 2, 2020

New research from 5W Public Relations showcases how brands can go the wrong kind of viral. As fear of the coronavirus sweeps the nation, one similarly-named beer brand is suffering from sheer name association. The post Viral by association—some beer-drinkers won’t buy Corona now appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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Prohibition

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Bert’s Books’ viral display of the Prince Harry autobiography It felt like Prince Harry’s autobiography was everywhere at the beginning of the year – and one independent bookstore in Swindon capitalised on its success in a very clever way. This is a great example of how simple but well done content can go viral.

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Prohibition

JUNE 27, 2023

Luxury brands , traditionally known for their exclusivity and high-end appeal, have been hesitant to embrace TikTok and its unvarnished content. With such a promising consumer base, luxury brands cannot afford to ignore the potential of TikTok as a marketing platform.

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NewsWhip

DECEMBER 21, 2022

It’s been a busy year for brand coverage, with what feels like years worth of media packed into 12 short months. In this blog, analyzing the top brand stories from 2022, we’re going to share the dominant brands, themes and voices driving public engagement. Human interest drove public interest .

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Victorious PR

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Public relations (PR) is essential in promoting a brand and driving sales. It helps build and maintain a brand’s positive image and can influence people’s perception of it. In modern times, public perception of your brand is more critical than any traditional advertising.

Brand 52

Brand Branding Training Viral 52

NewsWhip

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

We discussed our latest brand crisis research around misinformation, worker strikes, and vaccine mandates and the key features of public and media interest during the October episode of the NewsWhip Pulse. Nicholson explains that in 2016 “outright false stories were going viral” and now it has become harder to identify.

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NewsWhip

JULY 7, 2021

Using that as a springboard, and alongside the fact that the shoes are now seen as something of a fashion statement , Crocs has entered into a partnership that has gained significant public interest in the last few weeks — a stiletto made with Balenciaga that debuted at the designer brand’s fashion show. Balenciaga x Crocs.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 31, 2019

Regardless of the industry, a challenger brand can have a natural PR advantage. Challenger brands can shake things up through unique points of view, innovation or a better story. But many brands don’t have Casper’s $240 million venture funding. Everyone remembers their viral, bro-y YouTube ad in 2011 , for example.

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Victorious PR

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Public relations (PR) is essential in promoting a brand and driving sales. It helps build and maintain a brand’s positive image and can influence people’s perception of it. In modern times, public perception of your brand is more critical than any traditional advertising.

Brand 52

Brand Branding Training Viral 52

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 18, 2018

Here are some quick takeaways and observations based on experience with storytelling for B2B brands. New companies naturally want to make the brand story all about them, and a colorful narrative about a bootstrapped business can be a powerful media pitch in a PR campaign. It’s not about you. Tell, don’t sell.

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Flack's Revenge

AUGUST 9, 2016

My recent posts have explored how publishers are working with social platforms to expand audience and adapt story telling formats (see Publishers & Platforms In a Relationship , and Platforms as Publishers: 6 Key Takeaways for Brands ). Their efforts have propelled merely popular stories into through-the-roof viral successes.

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5W PR

JANUARY 25, 2022

When most people think about brand-building campaigns, viral videos, and PR stunts , they tend to think about the examples from businesses in the B2C industry. Nevertheless, the core purchasing beliefs are the same with both types of audiences – consumers prefer to spend money with brands that they trust and like.

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Critical Mention

APRIL 12, 2019

Before digital marketing techniques came about, word of mouth was the key to brand awareness. Through this phenomenon, viral and buzz marketing were born. A more in-depth look at viral marketing. Viral marketing is a strategy that primarily relies on social media networks to spread a company’s message. Superbowl ads.

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Viral Marketing Real Estate Travel 73

NewsWhip

MAY 1, 2024

Furthermore: Using NewsWhip, The World Health Organization identified and responded to Covid misinformation as it went viral. Across dozens of countries, fact-checkers detected and stopped viral disinformation before it impacted wider populations. Firstly, our Top People and Brands visualization. The result?

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Agility PR Solutions

MARCH 30, 2020

Brands and businesses are scrambling to stay afloat during the COVID-19 pandemic, but they’d better also watch the way they conduct their crisis business management—because once the viral dust settles, consumers plan to hold them accountable.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 5, 2017

Any PR or marketing expert will tell you that for a brand to connect with customers, it should strive for authenticity. But what about brands that don’t have a compelling story, or who have strayed from their roots due to their very success? It’s like the joke among PR and ad agencies that every client wants a viral video.

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Critical Mention

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

Stay a step ahead of your competitors in the new year by using lightning-fast media monitoring to go viral. . Boost your Brand Awareness. Instant notifications provide the opportunity for you to always be on top of who’s talking about your brand. Receiving instant alerts is key to boosting your brand’s name.

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Cision

MAY 20, 2016

With so many voices speaking to your audience, what can your brand do to stand out from the crowd? Here are three brands that identified a real-time event, successfully leveraged it at the right time with the right approach and reaped the benefits of leading a conversation: KitKat. Looking for inspiration? Salvation Army.

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Brand Branding Comparison Viral 159

PReview: A Blog by NewsVoir

DECEMBER 24, 2021

Just one odd image or video goes viral on social media and the reputation of a brand will be a question. The post Public Relations Crisis Management. Today, we are living in a world where social media has the power to influence our daily life. Social media is both a blessing and […].

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5W PR

JULY 7, 2021

At its core, public relations is the best way for startups to develop mutually beneficial relationships both with journalists and with the target audience. This helps generate positive brand awareness and grow the company itself. Goals and Pitches. Interesting Stories.

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PR in High Definition

JULY 28, 2022

The Free Hugs Campaign began in 2004, founded by an Australian man under the pseudonym Juan Mann, where volunteers offer hugs to complete strangers in public as a random act of kindness. Instead, the campaign used the way in which the public interact to its advantage. To spread the love. Human element. So, what are you waiting for?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

PR, on the other hand, with its ties to reputation and crisis management, is thought to play a more defensive role, designed to protect the corporate brand. A strategic public relations campaign can build significant corporate and product brand value, especially over time. But it’s not a contest. A milestone event.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 23, 2021

Brand purpose has real purpose. Research shows that consumers want the brands and companies they do business with to be fair employers, good corporate citizens, and responsible stewards of the environment. Look for brand values to be a core message for most organizations. Branded content is king. Employees are in charge.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JULY 11, 2023

You may recognize him from the viral post showing him at his young daughter’s kitchen play set, where he gives a hilarious review of her “restaurant.” Public relations and marketing communications professionals should actively explore opportunities to forge connections between their brands and dadfluencers.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 4, 2022

The same is true for brands and businesses. ” When it comes to brand cancel culture, there’s often a constructive goal – to correct mistakes or encourage change. We encourage brands to take a stand on relevant matters, especially those aligned with the values of their customers. Be careful with humor.

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