ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 15, 2021

A big part of my job is writing award entries for our various ad tech, martech, AI, and cybersecurity clients. An award submission should be tough to write. Poor storytelling will make an entry dead on arrival. Get creative with solutions. Big brands use cases are often winners.

Case Study 298

Case Study Study B2B Technology 298

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Good public relations can be an essential way for a brand to stand out from the pack, especially in the B2B/ technology sector. 6 PR tactics to differentiate your brand. A company can set itself apart by speaking in a distinct brand voice. Write the book on it. There are some PR tactics that can help. Is it humorous?

Brand 196

Brand Branding Reddit B2B 196

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. PR pros will need to either write content themselves or help to drive strategy with a team of writers, editors and guest blog contributors. Writing & Editing of Miscellaneous PR Assets.

Training 370

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

Contently - Strategy

JULY 21, 2021

.” Besides supplying the info we need to target Sally with Instagram ads for crap she’ll regret buying, personas are designed to help the creative process. This is based on a long-established idea about creativity: It’s best to have a person in mind when you’re creating. ” Is that a weird freaking quote?

How To 137

How To Creativity Storytelling Writing 137

Cision

MAY 31, 2017

And as marketers and storytellers, it’s up to us to not only get our brands in front of consumers but to also pique their interest instantly so they don’t scroll right on past. Upon snapping photos of them, participants were given the option to add a branded filter to their Snapchat photos. Captivate, Then Maintain.

Consumer 243

Consumer Brand Branding How To 243

Critical Mention

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Compelling storytelling is an incredibly powerful way to communicate with your target audience. Digital storytelling is at the top of the list of communication trends that PR executives believe will dominate in the next five years. Example: How Cotopaxi leveraged storytelling to sell its brand.

Storytelling 66

Storytelling B2B Trends Examples 66

Communications Conversations

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Creativity – the ability to think outside the box and quickly for those time sensitive opportunities. It takes time to build a brand, a voice, etc. Communication Skills – Social touches to many teams these days (PR, Creative, etc), it’s important to be able to communicate and work as a team even with those not on your team.

Social Media 174

Social Media Media Analytics Data 174

Cision

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

Insights provided by the agency practitioner client-side include the importance of mobile, from both a creative and business standpoint. According to INC , being digital friendly is the new norm in any kind of business; inclusive of local search, to test strategies and the overall brand message traction. Search dominates.

SEO 120

SEO Creativity Mobile Journalism 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

To get there, PR teams must have a deep understanding of business objectives, the target audience for the brand or message, and the best ways to reach them. This requires a combination of creative thinking, analytical skills, and the ability to develop and execute against plan. Just ask Google. But there’s no need to fear data!

Analytics 170

Analytics Tools Social Media Trends 170

5W PR

AUGUST 14, 2023

It’s a strategic discipline that requires understanding audiences, effective storytelling , and navigating complex communication landscapes. PR is strategic and requires understanding audiences, storytelling, and navigating complex communication landscapes.

Publicity 78

Publicity Storytelling Crisis Management Reputation 78

PRSay

JANUARY 21, 2020

As a communicator, I’m giving my colleagues full permission to watch this guilty pleasure program without any guilt, and this is because “The Bachelor” is a textbook case in storytelling. Believe it or not, there is a method to the storytelling madness of “The Bachelor.” Top-notch production.

Communications 153

Communications Storytelling Film Training 153

Contently - Strategy

APRIL 19, 2021

At first glance, TikTok’s audience, which skews younger, may not seem like the ideal place for a B2B brand. Educational content also works, taking the form of basic advice for topics like writing resumes and learning about the stock market. Now comes the big question: Should B2B brands use TikTok? It depends.

B2B 111

B2B Brand Branding B2C 111

Masters in Communications

OCTOBER 30, 2018

Stories are emotional, experiential, and creative. As Harrison Monarth writes in The Harvard Business Review : Storytelling evokes a strong neurological response. Here's why storytelling is such a powerful tool: The Power of Synchronicity. Storytelling creates a certain synchronicity between the teller and the listener.

Storytelling 61

Storytelling Chemicals Advertising Advertising 61

Karen Freberg

SEPTEMBER 17, 2017

Well, I was able to participate in a few different events related to several brands and teams I admire and respect, but I also was able to help create content to share with the #SMSports community. Adidas is one of my favorite brands not only for their shoes, but the people they have as part of their community. Erik Mendoza – U.S.

Creativity 40

Creativity Storytelling Sports Social Media 40

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 30, 2018

One of the best ways is to stay on top of key PR industry blogs as well as more general sites that offer a fresh take on business, creativity, and content. Pop Culture/Creativity Blogs. This blog is full of content to help teams be more creative. Better Writing Blogs. Authentic Storytelling Project. The Wrike Blog.

Blogging 170

Blogging Writing Creativity Storytelling 170

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Hunter PR is a wonderful strategic and creative communications partner that helps brands by creating strategic programming, content and relationships that foster consumer attention to brands. Golin provides effective solutions and reaches diverse global markets to best represent brands. GOLINglobal. Edelman PR.

Public Affairs 172

Public Affairs Creativity Nonprofit Agency 172

The Hoyt Organization

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

It can quickly scan and analyze multiple media outlets, blogs, and social media platforms to track brand mentions, sentiment, and trending topics. This not only improves efficiency but also allows PR professionals to focus more on strategic and creative aspects of their work. This provides PR professionals with real-time insights.

Publicity 102

Publicity Ethics Analysis Data 102

Flack's Revenge

APRIL 27, 2021

Thinking like a good journalist is critical for PR; it’s important to be inquisitive, a good storyteller, and yes, often skeptical. Realize you have to be smart and creative, and work hard to earn their attention. Results : Better counsel and marketing integration, and more impactful storytelling. Why is it a challenge ?

Storytelling 177

Storytelling Pitching Interviews Agency 177

PRSay

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Digital marketing expert Ann Handley doesn’t start her day checking emails, choosing instead to spend her time by writing a few pages in a notebook. “I I write for myself before I do anything else,” she says. Brain Pickings — A digest of the week’s most interesting and inspiring articles across art, science, philosophy and creativity.

Communications 90

Communications Storytelling Analytics Web 90

Landis PR

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Passion is a powerful trait, and it doesn’t require expertise; it fuels creativity and resiliency. If we aren’t passionate about the work our clients do, how can we create a meaningful brand narrative for them? Storytelling in any format is about conveying a message to create a narrative that resonates.

Communications 52

Communications Storytelling Creativity Social Media 52

B2B PR Sense

JANUARY 5, 2018

A solid PR campaign has the power to bolster your brand. Among its benefits, PR can build relationships with the public, boost brand awareness, increase your credibility, and create loyal customers. If PR can do so much for a brand, why don’t more brands use public relations to begin with?

Crisis Management 238

Crisis Management B2B Reputation Advertising 238

Cision

JULY 7, 2016

Daniel Sieger, senior vice president of brand strategy at Cengage, says instead of explaining all the details, give your audience an idea of what you stand for. In this interview, Daniel discusses the process of building your brand, why it’s important to continue asking questions and how PR skills translate to other areas of communication.

Education 227

Education Writing Pitching Groups 227

PRSay

AUGUST 12, 2016

Before my time at adidas they were actually my client, as I worked for the brand’s PR agency for almost three years. Currently, I’m the Public Relations Director for adidas America, working across all brand categories in both Sport and Style. First off, thank you so much for having me on the blog for a Q&A.

Storytelling 60

Storytelling Social Media Sports Strategy 60

Cision

MARCH 22, 2017

A common theme from the marketing and branding sessions at this year’s SXSW 2017 conference was very clear: Say what you mean, and mean what you say. Disrupt the native advertising/sponsored content arena by shifting the focus away from your brand and more towards what benefits your audience. or “What was that even about?”. via GIPHY.

Communications 209

Communications Policies Storytelling Groups 209

Landis PR

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

From brand storytelling to new commerce opportunities, social channels offer companies an unmatched opportunity to reach and engage consumers. Fast forward to today. Social media users passed the 3.5 billion mark in July 2019, as reported by WeAreSocial.

Social Media 104

Social Media Marketing Media Analysis 104

PR 20/20

JULY 11, 2019

At the heart of what we do, all marketers are storytellers. What : Today’s consumers have more choices than ever and are less brand loyal than at any point in history. Formulaic content (think press releases) can be a massive drain on your time; luckily, in some cases, you can tap into machine-assisted writing for a solution.

Storytelling 63

Storytelling B2B Content Marketing Data 63

Cision

DECEMBER 29, 2015

Ann primarily writes about social media and growth hack strategies, SEO and e-commerce. With more and more businesses across verticals and industries creating content, people have become desensitized towards brand content. Learn how to build a brand journalism program with Cision’s free white paper! Episodic Content .

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Trends Marketing Storytelling 120

The Hoffman Agency

AUGUST 21, 2019

Following the lead of other companies such as LinkedIn , we decided to host Bring Your Family to Work Day so each of our team members could bring one or two family members to our office in Vancouver, Washington, for a little taste of our world: storytelling, PR, technology … and a happy hour, of course. Do you consider yourself a storyteller?

Storytelling 31

Storytelling Technology Publicity Exercises 31

Konnect Agency

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Why Brands Must Account for Trends Now for 2024 PR Success Now more than ever, public relations may feel like a never-ending arms race to dream up the buzziest, most “disruptive“ campaign fueled by the power of celebrity and the elusive, almost mythical viral TikTok post. …That’s so 2022.

Viral 52

Viral Video Trends Consumer 52

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

To enhance empathy and connection with their teams and clients, organizations will foster employee brand ambassadors, highlight origin stories, show behind-the-scenes videos, and encourage user-generated content. Expanded brand collaboration “Partnership Paradise: 2024 will be the year of brand partnerships.

Writing 188

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 188

The Resolution Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2019

We were inspired to write this post after hearing about Hectare’s brilliant B2B Tinder for cows campaign mentioned in our recent podcast. Love, Little Rock Location: US The brand: Little Rock Regional Chamber The agency: Stone Ward It all started with an ad. This combination helped them skyrocket their brand overnight.

B2B 120

B2B B2C Facebook Storytelling 120

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

I believe when people write predictions, they aren’t just saying what they think will happen but revealing a reflection of sorts. Brad Marley , Chief Storyteller, Yelram Media . This year, we’ve seen brands and agencies alike trying – and struggling – to find and hire strong PR pros. PR grows more in demand.

Marketing 214

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 214

Cision

AUGUST 13, 2015

Determining how to present your brand and who you will target can quickly help brands decide what advice, tips or trends are worthy of pursuing. Learn how to successfully use Instagram to tell your brand’s story with these five tips. Successful storytelling results from setting a tone and maintaining it throughout your posts.

Instagram 120

Instagram How To Trends Storytelling 120

PR Fuel

MAY 19, 2022

No matter what you write, the ending can be tough to draft. Also, 88% of PR specialists report they feel the future is in digital storytelling. In other words, when you write a press release, you are writing a brief, fascinating story for members of the media. Writing a Press Release. How to End a Press Release.

How To 100

How To Writing Video Fashion 100

Cision

DECEMBER 14, 2015

You may have a great idea, but it won’t do your brand any good if it’s doesn’t contribute to your business goals. Gini Dietrich, CEO of Arment Dietrich and author of Spin Sucks , says to define your goals and formulate a plan before you sit down to write and create content. Gini recommends doing it in a creative and unique way.

Strategy 120

Strategy Content Marketing Analytics Creativity 120

Shift Communications

AUGUST 20, 2015

You’re walking into a new business pitch, do you know where your personal brand is? on a Monday, do you know where your personal brand is?? Your manager is making small talk with you by the Keurig, do you know where your personal brand is??? Here’s how: Step one: See the brand. Step two: Be the brand.

Brand 60

Brand Branding Pitching Storytelling 60

Cision

JUNE 2, 2015

Content marketing boils down to one simple question: what story is your brand telling? According to CMI’s 2015 Benchmark Report , 55 percent of B2B marketers plan to increase their content marketing budget in the next 12 months—essentially, pouring more money into telling their brands’ stories.

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Data Strategy Marketing 120