5W PR

JULY 31, 2023

The 2023 North American International Toy Fair is a highly anticipated event in the toy industry. Being aware of these trends allows manufacturers and retailers to align their product offerings with consumer demand and stay competitive in the market. Industry experts share their experiences and expertise.

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Onclusive

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Welcome back to this four-part blog series where we’ve been discussing how you can build brand reputation in an era of greenwashing scrutiny and backlash. Be focused   It can be tempting to jump on trends that have given other brands publicity or chase the news to boost your brand’s exposure. If you do it right.

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5W PR

OCTOBER 9, 2023

In today’s interconnected world, cosmetics brands have unprecedented opportunities to expand their reach beyond their domestic markets. However, effectively engaging in international public relations requires a strategic approach that considers cultural nuances, local preferences, and diverse media landscapes.

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PRSay

JULY 10, 2023

Given the rapid pace of change and the harsh partisan rhetoric that seeps into even seemingly innocuous issues, there is reason to believe that brands and politics will become even more intertwined — especially as the 2024 presidential election nears. Among them, do brands have a responsibility to develop a public political strategy?

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Agility PR Solutions

APRIL 25, 2019

In an age of endless options, consumers often base their trust on the real experiences of other consumers. The post America’s most trusted consumer brands for 2019—see all the winners appeared first on Agility PR Solutions. The […].

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Agility PR Solutions

JULY 2, 2019

Only a third of consumers (34 percent) trust most of the brands they buy or use, reveals a new Trust Barometer Special Report from comms giant Edelman. The study, In Brands We Trust?, The post New Edelman report finds only 1/3 of consumers trust most of the brands they buy appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 31, 2023

As PR pros, we must continually adapt to emerging technologies that impact consumer behavior. As voice-enabled devices and virtual assistants like Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant become common, voice search is also transforming how consumers interact with brands and information. According to Demand Sage, there are 4.2

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Agility PR Solutions

JANUARY 5, 2022

Climate change has risen above COVID and other concerns as the top issue for consumers when it comes to dealing with brands and businesses. The post Rise of sustainable media: New climate change action demands on brands and advertisers appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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Wadds Inc.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Purposeful Brands tells the story of a business and management strategy that increasingly fills boardroom agendas, defines business success and should be at the forefront of every communicator’s mind. She is now an advisor on branding and purpose, having become disillusioned with a career built on selling.

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Shift Communications

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

By Annie Perkins, Managing Director, Consumer & Health and Megan Gaffney, VP, Consumer. It is our favorite time of the year, when beefy research and insight reports appear outlining anticipated consumer behaviors for the upcoming year. Brands putting customers in the center of consumer marketing.

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PRSay

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

By including internal employee communications as a significant component of marketing and branding efforts, and putting a dedicated team behind it, companies transform employees into brand advocates — employees who truly believe in the organization and can speak accurately on behalf of the brand.

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Agility PR Solutions

JULY 12, 2021

There’s been an increase in inappropriate or misleading user-generated content (UGC) online since the onset of the COVID crisis, and it has caused consumers to have trust issues with brands, reveals new research from CX and digital solutions firm TELUS International.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The Mobile Surge Means New PR Opportunities We’re in the age of mobile dominance, and it’s affecting the way consumers absorb content. PR teams have a big opportunity to leverage social influencers for not only brand content, but click-to-buy opportunities. But what does this mean for public relations professionals?

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Onclusive

DECEMBER 7, 2023

How Broadcast Monitoring Fits Into Your PR Plan With so many of us now consuming media content through social platforms, where does this leave broadcast for PR & Comms? Is it still vital to have a broadcast monitoring tool to view brand mentioned and earned media coverage?

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Onclusive

DECEMBER 7, 2023

How Broadcast Monitoring Fits Into Your PR Plan With so many of us now consuming media content through social platforms, where does this leave broadcast for PR & Comms? Is it still vital to have a broadcast monitoring tool to view brand mentioned and earned media coverage?

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Agility PR Solutions

MAY 26, 2022

A new survey from digital CX firm TELUS International indicates that consumers around the world are most influenced by digital channels when making purchasing decisions. Social media ads and online reviews carry major weight with consumers According to the survey’s 4,000 respondents across the U.S.,

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The Hoyt Organization

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

As businesses become more digitized, paying attention to current trends, like the ever-growing importance of social media and data analytics, helps to promote and protect brand image. Most brands would publish press releases and other online content and rely on hunches to measure the results.

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5W PR

JUNE 1, 2023

When it comes to international foods and snacks, different regions have different tastes and preferences. For this reason, when creating a food marketing strategy , brands should consider customizing snack flavors for international markets to easily cater to their international snacks.

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Onclusive

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

This week, we’re doing a deep dive into what PESTLE includes, and why using it in your communications strategy can help you and your brand win. Here are a few examples of economic factors that might be important to track: Unemployment Interest rates Inflation rates Foreign exchange rates Consumer confidence and spending. Legal factors.

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Melissa Agnes

APRIL 16, 2018

Gaining internal buy-in from the right people to implement a crisis ready culture can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. The following is an excerpt taken from Crisis Ready (which is available for purchase on Amazon ) to help you address this internal challenge, if this struggle is relatable to you. This struggle is real.

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Shift Communications

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Competition exists in every industry but don’t fixate on what other interns or candidates are doing. Strive to perform above the status quo and you will always differentiate yourself from the pack – internally and externally. Senior Account Executive (Previously PR Intern on the consumer team). Compete with yourself.

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Stephen Waddington

JANUARY 15, 2020

There were some clear misses in my original essay: social media activism, internal communications, storytelling and professionalism in PR. Social media activism: brands don’t listen In 2012 Steve Earl and I wrote a book called Brand Anarchy. Brand shaming has become commonplace. I’ve developed each of these themes below.

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PRSay

AUGUST 25, 2020

Brands that do not include us and are not engaging with the LGBTQ community are starting to [be scrutinized] for why they are not being diverse and inclusive,” said panelist Rich Ferraro, chief communications officer for GLAAD, a non-governmental media-monitoring organization that fights the defamation of LGBTQ people.

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Onclusive

JUNE 24, 2020

In our last blog , we shared some insights on consumer behavior with the media. Seek internal experts. Your internal staff are the true experts on your company and your offerings, so don’t hesitate to recruit them to create material. Creating valuable content is never easy, and doing so at scale is even more difficult.

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Agility PR Solutions

JANUARY 27, 2020

New Deloitte research reveals that growing consumer expectations, a breakdown of traditional “walls” and emerging technologies have given rise to a digital identity crisis. The post Digital identity crisis—brands grapple with personalization, security challenges appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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PRSay

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Without physical storefronts to engage with consumers, the Colorado-based company has employed a creative integrated marketing plan to make its meaningful connections. It’s a means for consumers to touch and feel the brand. We always have brand ambassadors that will educate the consumer. It’s an ongoing process.

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5W PR

OCTOBER 20, 2020

While some brands like Ben & Jerry’s, Timberland, and Nike have been espousing various causes for years, recent events have greatly accelerated this movement, among many others. 93% believed that brand purpose would increase consumer trust and loyalty, while 88% felt doing so would differentiate them from their competition.

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5W PR

MARCH 19, 2024

The International Esthetics, Cosmetics & Spa Conference (IECSC) always serves as a vital hub for the latest trends and innovations in the beauty industry. Consumers are gravitating towards clean formulations, dermatologists, and gynecologist-tested essentials that combine gentleness with efficacy.

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Agility PR Solutions

FEBRUARY 13, 2022

The top reason Americans of all ages would speak poorly about a brand is a negative customer experience, not a poor experience with a product, according to new research from digital customer experience (CX) innovator TELUS International. consumers about their expectations before, during and after a purchase, revealed what […].

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Prohibition

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Despite the rise of social media, which maintains a key part of a brands marketing offer, public relations still plays a key role and is something all businesses should take into consideration. A brands credibility has a direct influence on their target audiences perception of their product or service.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Instead of vague objectives like “build positive visibility” or “support sales efforts” the goals should be accompanied by specific tactics and deliverables, e.g. “write and place generate 3-5 bylined pieces per month on the following topics…” There’s a lack of internal consensus about PR.

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Onclusive

DECEMBER 7, 2023

PR and comms teams play a critical role in building brand reputation, driving awareness, and fostering positive relationships with key stakeholders. The International Association of Measurement and Evaluation of Communication (AMEC), has a framework that encompasses all forms of integrated media e.g., Paid, Earned, Shared, and Owned.

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Onclusive

DECEMBER 7, 2023

PR and comms teams play a critical role in building brand reputation, driving awareness, and fostering positive relationships with key stakeholders. The International Association of Measurement and Evaluation of Communication (AMEC), has a framework that encompasses all forms of integrated media e.g., Paid, Earned, Shared, and Owned.

Measurement 195

Measurement Analysis Reputation Data 195

Victorious PR

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

That way, your brand image, and reputation are visible as the leader in your industry. Once you have the perfect team for your goals, understanding the benefits and how they will ensure long-term success and growth for your brand will help you know what you need. Firstly, it can help establish brand recognition and loyalty.

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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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5W PR

MAY 16, 2017

Just conquered The International Home + Housewares Show. With more than 2,100 exhibitors from around the globe showcasing the latest and greatest in innovations for the home, The International Home + Housewares Show returned to McCormick Place in Chicago and this year did not disappoint. Ran a half marathon, you ask?

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NewsWhip

MARCH 15, 2024

And as October 1st marked the 50th anniversary of the Walt Disney World Resort, we wanted to check in with our friend Jessica Bundy, a leader in their research department of Consumer Insight, to learn more. Thanks for joining us, Jessica. Brands are now increasingly looking to identify real-time cultural trends across social media.

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