Sword and the Script

JUNE 16, 2020

Storytelling is a powerful means of persuasion; it can be both a strategy, as in an overall narrative but it also can be a tactic, like using vignettes; here’s what a recent survey found. Years ago, there was a consultant in the DC area that had an unusual title on his business card: “chief storyteller.” There’s a science to it.

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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. Crafting global PR strategies tailored to cosmetics brands is essential to succeed in the competitive global beauty industry. Influencers can provide authenticity and credibility.

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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. More directly, the rising popularity of podcasts and other mobile-centric media channels indicate new storytelling opportunities and platforms for PR.

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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. Reputable journalists will dig deep to ensure what they’re being ‘sold’ isn’t simply another example of corporate greenwashing. If you do it right.

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Contently - Strategy

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Here’s something that might surprise you: branded content is now a part of 80 percent of consumers’ lives. Earlier this year, we surveyed 1,072 Americans about what they want from branded content. Brands need to up their meme game (and spend more time on simple, visual content in general).

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The Resolution Blog

JULY 30, 2019

brands can hijack existing campaigns. Tiffany and Co Turns Yellow Cabs Blue Would you expect anything less than classy from mega jewellery brand Tiffany and Co? There’s no better example of this than the Holocaust. WeAccept with Airbnb For most brands, steering clear of politics on social media is an absolute must.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 7, 2017

Contemporary public relations has appropriated the classic cultural art form of rich storytelling, because no one can resist a good story. PR professionals know that in the “attention economy” where consumer engagement is elusive, the most effective way to connect with an audience may be to tell your story.

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Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Can a good story create value for a brand? The reputation the network services and solutions provider Earthlink gained for customer service is a prime example. JC: I started my career in consumer-packaged goods. From your perspective what is storytelling? . If there’s no story, there’s no brand.

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5W PR

JUNE 30, 2023

In the competitive world of children’s snacks, brands are constantly seeking innovative strategies to capture the attention and preference of young consumers. Licensing, the process of obtaining permission to use popular characters or properties on products, has emerged as a powerful tool for kids’ snack brands.

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5W PR

JANUARY 26, 2024

These days, consumers aren’t going to be paying attention to the latest promotional effort from an oral hygiene brand unless it’s able to grab their attention with innovative and creative ways. They’ll have to focus on creating campaigns that really stick with consumers and make an impression.

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Waxing UnLyrical

AUGUST 28, 2018

The art of storytelling is rooted in the origins of every society. As far back as history can reach, humans have used storytelling to teach the next generation, to connect with others, to protect their culture and much, much more. Is your brand a non-profit looking for funds? Draw readers in using imagery, analogy and emotion.

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NewsWhip

MAY 27, 2021

The future of storytelling in healthcare communications. Real Chemistry’s Practice Leader of Media & Engagement Becky Vonsiatsky joins NewsWhip’s CEO Paul Quigley to discuss how healthcare storytelling will continue to connect authentically with key audiences, wherever they are. Wellness brands during the pandemic | Jump to text.

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Cision

APRIL 5, 2017

Emotion and reason are the two key forces that wrestle in every executive, politician and consumer’s mind as they make decisions every day. Brands know that emotions are powerful motivators and an emotional campaign can heavily influence buyer behavior. A second example of powerhouse emotional branding and messaging is Duracell.

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Onclusive

MAY 4, 2020

We have seen this during other periods of economic uncertainty: Businesses and consumers react, and those reactions have ripple effects. Consumers have reacted by shifting their focus more toward information than commercialism. The role of public relations is to positively place a brand into news stories.

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wiredPRworks

APRIL 27, 2020

Marketers love storytelling. I’ve presented all kinds of storytelling programs, including digital marketing and storytelling. Yet, is storytelling the right way to build brands – and even tell stories? Prior to joining AMA, Russ Klein quarterbacked teams for many of the world’s foremost brand names.

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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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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

APRIL 9, 2024

Merging public relations with social media marketing into a single, powerful force is key to amplifying brand messages, sparking real-time engagement, and building lasting connections with your audience. Now, brands can share their news directly with their audience, using social platforms as their stage. Those days are long gone.

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5W PR

JULY 25, 2023

Engaging food influencers has become a powerful strategy for snack brands looking to enhance their public relations efforts and reach a wider audience. By sending snack products to food influencers, snack brands can generate buzz and excitement around their offerings. Alternatively, they can establish brand ambassadorships.

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MaccaPR

AUGUST 26, 2015

Your brand can share storytelling moments from its company history with your key stakeholders, too. From legacy videos and anniversary books to corporate birthday events and digital archives, what follows are five ways smart brands have leveraged their company histories in brand storytelling.

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Onclusive

JULY 27, 2023

Increased Brand Visibility: A successful PR campaign can significantly boost brand visibility by securing media coverage in various outlets. For example, the “Share a Coke” campaign by Coca-Cola generated extensive media attention and widespread social media buzz.

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Prohibition

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Whether your focus is fitness, food, or fashion, TikTok offers the potential for brands to grow their reach, attract new customers and connect with a highly engaged audience. Here we’ve summarised our top tips for brands when it comes to using TikTok to compliment a PR strategy. The importance of storytelling in PR.

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5W PR

MARCH 21, 2024

Storytelling PR isn’t just about churning out press releases or making the rounds in the media. It’s about spinning a tale around a brand, product, or even a simple idea. Let’s take a brand that sells sustainable clothing as an example. These steps create an image of more than just a brand.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

An effective content marketing calendar will complement a PR campaign to help differentiate a brand and generate business growth. It’s considered the most credible and influential source for storytelling. Sponsored content is content that an organization or brand pays to place and promote. What is sponsored content?

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PRSay

MAY 12, 2023

The average American consumes nearly 13 hours of media each day, according to 2022 industry research firm Insider Intelligence. Storytelling can be an effective way to create messages that can reach your employees and build a stronger connection to your brand. For example, can you identify a “hero” in your story?

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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. As the fastest-growing consumer group, Gen Z is projected to contribute to 130% of the growth in luxury personal items by 2025.

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Cision

AUGUST 4, 2016

Approximately 82 percent of consumers actually enjoy reading branded content, if it’s relevant to what they’re looking to learn about. Rather than force-feeding audiences nonstop, lackluster content, take a moment to return to Storytelling 101. Gathering consumer insights is key to ensuring relevance.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 9, 2017

2017 has seen its share of public relations hits and misses, and staying on the “hits” side of the ledger is linked with maintaining brand trust. Brands keep finding ways to do well by doing good. Other brands, like United Airlines, have worked to repair a loss of trust. Companies like Yum!

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The Proactive Report

DECEMBER 26, 2022

Storytelling: Telling a story that resonates with your target market is essential if you want to cut through the noise online. Align your stories with your brand purpose. Every piece o f content should have a purpose and should align with your overall brand purpose. Video trends for 2023. And it should move them emotionally.

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Barokas

MAY 22, 2019

With so many brands vying for our attention through various channels – from social media, TV, radio, print, smartphones and the endless barrage of emails flooding our inboxes on a daily – sometimes hourly – basis, it’s easy for your message to get lost among all the noise. The post Storytelling Isn’t Just for Kids.

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5W PR

JANUARY 11, 2024

Brands are recognizing the importance of representing a wide range of ethnicities, body types, ages, genders, and abilities in their campaigns. Authentic storytelling Authenticity is at the core of PR efforts to redefine beauty standards. The shift towards inclusivity goes beyond marketing and extends to product development.

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Prohibition

AUGUST 4, 2023

social media marketing efforts, social media marketing campaigns, entire video, many brands, drive traffic In today’s digital age, social media video marketing has emerged as a powerful tool for businesses to engage with their target audience. For brands, different audiences across all social media platforms.

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Fast food market The fast food industry is highly competitive and has witnessed significant changes in consumer preferences and behavior. Sustainability and ethical marketing Consumers today are increasingly concerned about the environment and ethical practices. Displaying calorie counts and allergen information is essential.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 1, 2019

Sometimes PR objectives are described in vague terms, like “increased visibility” or “greater brand recognition.” It may also play a part in measuring a program’s success or impact, as in the example above. But there are also initiatives that simply come too early in the life of a brand or company.

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Barokas

AUGUST 8, 2017

And while the benefits of data-driven storytelling have been extolled in the PR world for some time now, we often forget that our clients are the keepers of their own best asset – data. And over time, the cumulative effect of that weight can help our clients build brand awareness in a dramatic and influential way. Best days to pitch.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 28, 2017

A great PR campaign can generate positive brand awareness, which is clearly desirable. The brand may play only a small role in the coverage that drives awareness. That doesn’t mean public relations can’t build brand awareness; it can. Or consider today’s innovators – brands like Casper, Uber, and Amazon.

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Konnect Agency

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

With the rise in popularity of social media channels with a variety of platforms and uses — TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat and more — YouTube is still just as great a platform to utilize for your brand. Here, we’ll break down why you shouldn’t sleep on the video giant and how to maximize it for brand visibility. Why YouTube?

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5W PR

MAY 6, 2020

Companies that accomplish making that connection will be more successful in motivating consumers to finish their journey and purchase their brands. For some, it is an autobiography of the company and its brands. The key focus should always be about the consumer. Preach and lead by example. Future of the About Page.

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