Wadds Inc.

OCTOBER 4, 2023

It’s the tenth anniversary of Brand Vandals written by Steve Earl and I in 2013. It tells the story of how organisations can build a reputational defence through their actions and by communicating with publics or audiences using paid, earned, shared, and owned media. Communities can have both good and bad intent.

Brand 122

Brand Branding Reputation Financial 122

Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Owned Media & Content Strategy Owned media consists of publishing content on brand-owned channels such as a customer-facing blog, email campaign, or social media outreach. Corporate communications regularly involves interaction with senior leaders and HR departments.

Training 195

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 195

Onclusive

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Stronger campaign performance, a competitive edge, and increased brand health to name a few. These insights help brands understand what’s being said about them. Trend tracking with a social listening tool will ultimately inform your brand strategies and benefit you in numerous ways. Let’s delve more into this below.

Trends 195

Trends Marketing Analysis Leadership 195

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

An underrated aspect of our role as PR professionals is to think about how a client’s brand is perceived not only to the writers we contact, but also their audiences. Not every story needs to be about a specific industry; in fact, it could be about leadership, culture, team-building, or community.

B2B 366

B2B Media Pitching Leadership 366

Konnect Agency

AUGUST 10, 2022

“Thought leadership” is a buzzy phrase that is often thrown around in business circles, but when executed correctly it can be very beneficial in driving awareness and trust for your brand. Why is social media a key part of your thought leadership strategy and how a social media agency can help. Bringing it all together.

Leadership 98

Leadership Social Media Agency Strategy 98

PR for Anyone

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Colleen Biggs is a business strategist, leadership coach, author, and public speaker. In this conversation, Colleen shares her incredible journey of leaving home at the young age of 17 to become a successful business owner, emphasizing the importance of survival instincts and continuous self-improvement. Find us on

YouTube 130

YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Community 130

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

As Twitter (now X) declines, and newer social platforms like Bluesky remain exclusive or in beta mode, Meta’s Threads has emerged as a notable social destination for brand PR. It seems promising not only for B2C campaigns, but for the content and thought leadership promotion more typical of B2B PR.

B2B 170

B2B How To Instagram Reddit 170

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 3, 2022

For our high-growth B2B tech and SaaS solution provider clients, conference speaking, exhibiting, and sponsoring represent crucial PR tactics for thought leadership visibility and business development. They can also build credibility and visibility for their brands by taking a booth. Sponsors are a who’s who of big B2B tech brands.

Conference 304

Conference B2B Content Marketing Case Study 304

Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Owned media consists of publishing content on brand-owned channels such as a customer-facing blog, email campaign, or social media outreach. Corporate communications regularly involves interaction with senior leaders and HR departments. Studies show that brand loyalty plays a huge role in why people spend their money the way they do.

Training 370

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

Stern + Associates

MARCH 3, 2023

More “easy” experiences will lead to greater employee satisfaction and a positive company brand with existing employees and prospective ones. Thank you, Zoe, for a valuable workshop on influence and practical ways we can build meaningful relationships with our co-workers, customers and communities.

Leadership 62

Leadership Employee Policies Groups 62

Shift Communications

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Employer branding is your reputation and image as a place to work. Both directly shape how the public, as well as investors and customers, view the brand. Traditionally the employer story was a slightly adapted version of the company brand story. Proof of Brand Values. Here is why and how to best navigate the year ahead.

Brand 135

Brand Branding Employee Case Study 135

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 2, 2020

A Third of Brand Emails Offer Free or Discounted Services Amid Pandemic. Companies prioritize empathy in COVID-19 communications. Brands in the analysis include Dunkin’, Rothy’s, H&M, Anthropologie, Uber, Williams Sonoma, and Crate and Barrel, among others.

Study 170

Study Brand Branding B2C 170

PR in High Definition

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Why isn’t kindness desirable in the leadership community? It’s clear to see why the default path for leadership is often being as cut-throat with your employees as you are with your competitors, but it’s not the only way to be. Being kind is a long-term investment in your brand. The post Is kind leadership an oxymoron?

Leadership 71

Leadership Reputation Employee Hotels 71

PRSay

OCTOBER 10, 2022

brands have been gearing up full throttle on PR and marketing communications campaigns. As an agency that heavily infuses fun creative in our earned, social and digital media campaigns, we wanted to understand consumers’ appetite for lighthearted approaches in brand marketing, given this challenging news climate. Fun is healthy.

Consumer 153

Consumer Brand Branding Marketing 153

Deirdre Breakenridge

OCTOBER 8, 2018

Public relations professionals must understand and embrace artificial intelligence (AI), machine language, and big data, from the resources that keep them up to speed to how brands are using advanced technologies that may affect their roles in communications. On Thursday, October 25 th at 12:00 p.m. PRStudChat. About Spin Sucks.

Community 148

Community Big Data Media Resources 148

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 29, 2020

Today, brand communications is much more of a two-way street. In a depressed economy, a business that maintains marketing and communications will bounce back more quickly than one that cuts its budgets. To be sure, the pandemic has changed everything, including how businesses market and promote their brands.

Marketing 225

Marketing Leadership Crisis Healthcare 225

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 22, 2017

Some say the goal of a great PR program should be to build brand reputation, while sales and marketing actually drive sales. There are many ways to use PR initiatives to add depth, color, and cohesion to the building blocks of brand identity. Generating credibility for the brand message. Showing a brand’s humanity.

Brand 185

Brand Branding Marketing Wireless 185

Communications Conversations

MAY 20, 2020

The term “brand journalism” is a bit of a lightning rod term in the social media marketing business. ” And, over the years, there have certainly been a fair share of corporate failures when it comes to brand journalism. But, for the most part, brand journalism wins have been tough to come by.

Journalism 148

Journalism Brand Branding Interviews 148

Deirdre Breakenridge

FEBRUARY 13, 2015

ET, the #PRStudChat community will participate in a Twitter chat discussion focused the state of healthcare communications. We’ve invited a few special guests to join our discussion who will share their expertise on healthcare issues and the many advancements that we’ve seen in communications.

Healthcare 150

Healthcare Community Twitter Communications 150

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 13, 2023

Its success hinges on a genuine understanding of diverse communities and cultures. People of color are particularly underrepresented in leadership positions, but diversity is lacking at nearly every level. Third, agencies can reach diverse communities by partnering with groups that represent those communities.

Employee 156

Employee Community Groups Interviews 156

Prohibition

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Not only are new brands emerging, but the landscape of marketing and branding is also undergoing a transformation. Brew York, a specialist craft brewery based in York, faces this challenge head-on by creating a unique brand identity and utilising disruptive strategies.

Brand 71

Brand Branding Marketing Retail 71

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 28, 2023

Adtech brands have publications like Adweek and AdAge, for example, but there is no equivalent Salesweek or SalesAge. This is a key reason sales sees a deficit of conventional outlets, but a surge in insider media (like podcasts by sales tech companies, LinkedIn communities, etc.), produced by the sales community itself.

B2B 156

B2B Journalism Enterprise LinkedIn 156

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The “Brand Finance Investment Analyst Survey” polled more than 200 financial analysts who “cover publicly listed companies in the United States and United Kingdom.” This is cited ahead of leadership quality (76%) and technological innovation (72%).” Comment: A brand is a promise. And a brand is bigger than marketing.

Financial 143

Financial Marketing Survey B2B 143

Shift Communications

JANUARY 25, 2023

Voice and tone are distinct attributes that an organization takes on to animate its brand and narrative. It is how they communicate with their vocabulary, attitude and the vibe that comes through with their visuals, advertising and customer experience. It is who they are and who they look to bring into their community.

Strategy 78

Strategy Brand Branding How To 78

PRSay

MARCH 22, 2023

In the communications profession, they are now several years into their careers and earning supervisor, manager and leadership roles at agencies, corporations, brands and organizations of all sizes. We need to cultivate communities and have real conversations. In 2023, the oldest Gen Zers will turn 26 years old.

How To 132

How To Employee Leadership Nonprofit 132

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Organic content uses free social media tools to share posts, photos, videos, and stories with the people who already follow a given brand or individual. Builds brand awareness. Extends the reach of thought leadership content . Helps build a community around common topics or interests . There is no cost to use it.

Social Media 344

Social Media Media B2B Leadership 344

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

The largest PR and comms tech companies, along with many startups, are now controlled by PE firms; is this good for the PR community? This adds to a growing collection of private equity firms (PE) that have taken an ownership stake in software companies that provide tools to PR and communications professionals.

Software 162

Software Marketing Leadership B2B 162

5W PR

JANUARY 15, 2024

Enhancing stakeholder relationships Strategic communications are instrumental in cultivating and maintaining relationships with stakeholders. This includes employees, customers, investors, the media, and the broader community. Facilitating effective leadership Leadership communication is a key aspect of strategic communications.

Communications 78

Communications Policies Product Launch Reputation 78

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.

Product Launch 78

Product Launch Consumer Community Interviews 78

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 22, 2021

That means there’s greater potential for B2B brands to reach an engaged audience of business users. For B2B clients Clubhouse can be another social media tool used to drive thought leadership , especially those who are subject-matter experts. Instagram Reels can be used to promote brand awareness and even recruitment.

B2B 405

B2B Social Media Media Instagram 405

PRSay

MARCH 21, 2023

In the communications profession, they are now several years into their careers and earning supervisor, manager and leadership roles at agencies, corporations, brands and organizations of all sizes. We need to cultivate communities and have real conversations. In 2023, the oldest Gen Zers will turn 26 years old.

How To 103

How To Employee Leadership Nonprofit 103

PR Conversations

OCTOBER 28, 2014

The chair of the Global Alliance introduces the Madrid Momentum ( Learning to Lead ) and details four Ps that constitute the cornerstones of PR leadership. The four Ps of public relations leadership. By Anne Gregory, PhD, FCIPR. It allows thinking to mature as consciously and unconsciously we reflect and internalise what has happened.

Leadership 111

Leadership Publicity Government Journalism 111

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

The flipside of earned media is owned media: publishing content on brand-owned channels such as a customer-facing blog, Medium publication, and the like. A subset of corporate communications work, developing, documenting, and disseminating overarching corporate messaging is key to building a strong brand with a consistent message.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 29, 2017

Marketing may be underestimating the impact of thought leadership on sales, according to a comprehensive study published in June 2017 by Edelman and LinkedIn. While marketers typically associate thought leadership with the awareness stage of the buyer’s journey, the survey shows the influence lasts through sales closure and perhaps beyond.

Leadership 65

Leadership B2B Study Marketing 65

Solo PR Pro

APRIL 23, 2019

For these organizations, seeking strategic alliances serves their goal of making their communities better places to live and work. While that’s lovely and altruistic, it’s also good for business because they know that their needs – access to a robust workforce and customer base – are best served in a thriving community.

Community 45

Community Publicity Construction Television 45

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 23, 2020

PR professionals are constantly on the hunt for ways to get their clients and brands media coverage. A piece of content like a guest post, bylined article, or op/ed is a useful way to keep a brand executive relevant and generate exposure for his organization. One staple from the B2B PR toolbox is contributed content.

Guidelines 293

Guidelines Advertising Advertising Pitching 293

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. It can help to increase brand visibility and credibility in the tech industry, and build trust with key stakeholders and media outlets.

Strategy 62

Strategy Brand Branding Technology 62