ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 20, 2019

The PR team or agency’s prime directive is to manage the reputation of the brand – and it does that from many angles. Brand perception audit. All PR tactics serve to build, bolster, or reinvent a company’s brand reputation. The brand perception audit may provide key insight that informs the overall PR strategy.

Agency 188

Agency Publicity Media Training Training 188

5W PR

MARCH 26, 2024

With new startups emerging rapidly, it is vital to develop a strong PR strategy for building brand recognition and credibility. Industry movers and shakers Teaming up with reputed figures in fintech can give the brand’s message a megaphone. Keep the audience informed with engaging content, industry insights, and company updates.

Strategy 78

Strategy Privacy Financial Guidelines 78

Presspage

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

An online world means that everyday citizens are gaining greater control over the messages they see, believe, share and utilize in their decision-making processes or attributions of brand reputation. A white paper on The Crisis Newsroom is also available upon request.

Crisis 127

Crisis Crisis Management Case Study Reputation 127

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 20, 2021

When a company shows how a known brand like Home Depot or Mercedes has achieved business objectives using a software solution, for example, it gains instant credibility. Individual recognition for thought leadership is also an excellent way to build visibility for executives looking for a higher profile. Who should I enter?

B2B 295

B2B Industry Company Case Study 295

Victorious PR

MARCH 30, 2023

Good public relations (PR) can be an entrepreneur’s most powerful tool when looking to build and maintain a strong brand. In today’s fast-paced business world, it’s more important than ever to establish a recognizable and trustworthy brand identity.

Publicity 52

Publicity Brand Branding Reputation 52

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 27, 2017

Throughout the past decade, p ublic relations pundits have trumpeted the rise of the personal brand in the digital era. By now we expect that many have mastered the basics of personal branding, but it’s not as easy as setting up a social media presence and hoping an audience finds you. Steps for Building and Extending Your Brand.

Brand 149

Brand Branding Healthcare B2C 149

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Although longer content like books, white papers, podcasts, eBooks, and video can take more time and effort than shorter bites, and it demands greater depth and creativity, it can prove very effective. Content shapes a personal brand. This has helped Legere define his personal brand as goofy, smart, and accessible.

Case Study 178

Case Study SEO Film Video 178

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 6, 2017

Thought leadership is a common term in most B2B public relations programs. We examine these questions on behalf of clients and have a blueprint of sorts for developing and supporting thought leadership in a company executive or expert. But what does it really mean, and which qualities make a successful thought leader?

Leadership 149

Leadership Trade Shows Healthcare Education 149

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 23, 2017

One nearly surefire tactic for building thought leadership, creating quality content, and earning trade media coverage is a panel discussion event we call the business thought leadership panel. Read on for the key ways to customize a discussion event for your B2B brand. Keep a soft touch and avoid over-branding.

B2B 136

B2B Leadership Trade Shows Insurance 136

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. Sponsored content is content that an organization or brand pays to place and promote. As audiences grow more accepting of sponsored content, brands are using it to shake up the marketing mix.

Advertising 334

Advertising Advertising B2B SEO 334

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 22, 2018

Every B2B tech PR person dreams of the splashy feature that will help make their company brand instantly recognizable. Just as some celebrities are famous for being famous, big-media notoriety can build the ego without building the brand. You get the best of both worlds.

Pitching 168

Pitching Real Estate B2B Journalism 168

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 30, 2019

A great PR campaign will obviously build brand visibility. But that awareness may be of the brand involved, or maybe just the problem it addresses. Tactics like content marketing, earned speaking opportunities for C-level executives, and feature articles work together to boost visibility for a brand or situation that the brand solves.

Storytelling 233

Storytelling Education Software LinkedIn 233

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

If a CEO offers expert commentary – or a byline or guest blog post in a key media outlet, that content can earn valuable visibility and leadership positioning for the organization. Prominent brand mentions that don’t contain links can also drive higher search placement because Google sees them as implied links.

SEO 125

SEO Case Study Conference Retail 125

Flack's Revenge

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

The answers from this kind of discovery can inform everything from messaging, positioning, branding, website, collateral and so on, not just press releases. Knowing more about their R&D and tech chops can inform story-telling and thought leadership efforts and become part of the larger company narrative. Professor Ran Canetti.

Technology 177

Technology Comparison Case Study Privacy 177

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 10, 2016

But there are some important value-adds that PR partners can bring to a relationship that help elevate a company or brand. Brand perception audits. Thought leadership events. An excellent way to create quality content and gain exposure for a trendsetting company is a thought leadership event. Long-form content.

Media Relations 120

Media Relations Agency Media Training Training 120

Cision

APRIL 11, 2015

As communication professionals in the business of content creation , we want to make sure we are consistently coming up with thought leadership pieces that will be helpful for our audiences. Use trending topics to get ideas for your blog posts or white papers. Writer’s block is the worst, no? How could it help your customers?

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Trends Analytics Facebook 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 1, 2018

Contributed articles bylined by a key executive are part of any PR program that emphasizes thought leadership. Bylined content helps establish a B2B executive as an industry expert or brand voice, and it’s also a strong way to boost SEO for an individual or company. In general, a thought leadership piece is not an advertisement.

B2B 147

B2B Leadership Customer Service eBook 147

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Whether you call it content marketing , brand journalism or custom publishing, with trust in media falling while trust in business is growing, you can build credibility through content if you can follow these golden rules: 1. Don’t mash case studies, white papers, webinars, press releases and blog posts together.

Government 138

Government Survey Ethics Media 138

5W PR

JUNE 27, 2022

This type of data-driven approach can attract a larger number of new customers while still fostering brand loyalty which helps retain the existing customers. The companies in the industry can create studies, white papers, and surveys to present to the public and more helpful information that other businesses can benefit from.

Company 88

Company Strategy Publicity Advertising 88

Cision

APRIL 6, 2016

So how can you set your brand apart? In this interview, Michael shares his advice for brands looking to break through the noise, stand out and grab their audience’s attention. What do you think is the biggest challenge facing brands today? Learn top tactics with Cision’s free white paper!

Employee 120

Employee Storytelling Content Marketing Leadership 120

Deirdre Breakenridge

FEBRUARY 23, 2015

It’s fascinating to me just how many people in executive leadership have been resistant to these kinds of discussions. As they are showcased in content marketing, their personal brands and reputations are bound to get a boost – and that can lead to any number of good things both for them and the organization. What’s the right timing?

Content Marketing 150

Content Marketing Marketing How To Leadership 150

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 8, 2018

Here are seven ways to maximize the power of social media as a brand visibility and lead generation tool. Along with other thought leadership initiatives , sharing educational content on a consistent basis helps establish the company as an authority in its industry. Offer useful information and insights. Recognize employees.

B2B 170

B2B Social Media Media Education 170

Cision

DECEMBER 22, 2015

You want to create visibility and thought leadership someone can ’ t duplicate. Strengthen your PR foundation and get your brand back on track. Get our free white paper today! All of these things will help you move forward and get you to where you want to be. And what you want to be is indispensable. Stay current.

Corporate 120

Corporate Leadership Creativity Study 120

Contently - Strategy

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

The difference between borrowing and stealing can be blurry on social media, where memes, sounds, and other types of content are widely redistributed by brands and users alike. And what can you do if your brand is affected by this activity? Read on for our tips to keep your brand’s content above board.

Social Media 73

Social Media Ethics Trends Viral 73

Cision

OCTOBER 27, 2016

In fact, according to Edelman’s 2016 EARNED BRAND study , 86% of surveyed consumers rely on peer sources for learning about brands and 71% rely on peer sources for buying decisions. Meanwhile, brands have their own networks — both internally and externally. However, brand listening needs to go way past this.

Marketing 120

Marketing Financial Strategy Analytics 120

Cision

AUGUST 11, 2015

With the tool, you can reach a highly engaged audience that—wonder of wonders—really and truly wants to hear from your brand. The medium can be used for thought leadership, to offer an insider’s view into a particular industry, to tell people’s stories … you get the idea. And what if your brand changes hosting services?

Software 120

Software SEO Video Education 120

wiredPRworks

MAY 23, 2022

In the features area, post a report or a white paper based on your LinkedIn community’s experience. Barbara Rozgonyi leads CoryWest Media, a creative marketing communication consultancy that attracts attention, builds brands, and connects communities. Her top-ranked blog, wiredPRworks.com, launched in 2006.

LinkedIn 52

LinkedIn How To B2B Social Media 52

Cision

MARCH 17, 2016

So how do you know what the right strategy is for your brand? Ed James, president/PR at Anthemic Agency, stresses the importance of understanding a brand’s needs to create a successful PR strategy. Learn how with Cision’s free white paper! What constitutes a successful brand communication strategy?

Employee 120

Employee Agency Meeting Strategy 120

Waxing UnLyrical

AUGUST 2, 2018

You are drowning in emails, ads and brand messages – and so are your prospects and clients. LinkedIn is better for B2B companies that publish thought leadership articles and get recommendations. Think ebooks, white papers and even blog posts. Instead, use hashtags that are already popular and align with your brand.

Content Marketing 49

Content Marketing Marketing Brand Branding 49

PRSay

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

Eighty-one percent of people have been convinced to buy a product or service by watching a brand’s video. Eighty-five percent of people say they’d like to see more video from brands. Video not only adds context and tells an engaging visual story, but it also can help to humanize a brand and company leadership.

Video 116

Video Communications Strategy Product Launch 116

Contently - Strategy

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

The company has raised over $65 million to help brands personalize their marketing and thrive in the pending cookie apocalypse. In July, Cooper and I connected over Zoom to talk content strategy, Facebook boycotts, first-party data, and why brands need to take a stand and back up their words with action. I agree with that so much.

Brand 71

Brand Branding Marketing Facebook 71

Solo PR Pro

MAY 16, 2017

Our goal is to ensure that client produced content aligns with their branding and resonates with their target audience. This infographic from SmartBlogger presents a nice visual checklist of 10 steps to produce all types of content from blog posts to white papers. We'd love to hear your feedback.

Infographics 40

Infographics Writing Content Marketing Education 40

Shift Communications

NOVEMBER 13, 2014

W hether you’re a start-up getting ready to introduce yourself to the industry or a well-established brand unveiling a new chapter, there are several ways to draw early interest to help bolster your launch. But you’d be surprised to know how many brands get awfully quiet when they’re not in the middle of announcing something new.

How To 117

How To eBook Leadership Social Media 117

Beyond PR

APRIL 3, 2018

This is partially attributed to the evolution of how we send releases, who they are sent to, and the ever-growing types of influencers that have a hand in shaping your company brand and reputation. Your company website is your brand’s identity. 3) Thought Leadership. EXAMPLE: Dove Launches DermaSeries Product Collection.

Strategy 72

Strategy Education Resources Examples 72

Cision

MARCH 29, 2016

But if you don’t understand how your brand fits into its specific market, you won’t be able to stand out. Kim Spear, director at Newgate Communications, has helped her clients build brands in China and also worked with sponsors during the 2008 Beijing Olympics. You’ve worked in China, Hong Kong, Singapore and more. If so, how?

Local 120

Local Newspapers Retail Sports 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 17, 2017

And that’s only counting start-ups – established businesses, big brands, political movements, personalities, not-for-profits – everyone needs good PR. The country has seen record growth in entrepreneurism according to a study by the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor, with 27 million businesspeople vying for a presence.

Training 159

Training Pitching Writing Video 159

Sword and the Script

JULY 24, 2018

This is what I call going from hello-to-marriage-proposal in a white paper download. They wanted the white paper. If you’re going to just slap the introduction to a white paper up as a blog post with a lead form, save yourself the effort and forget the blog and just make the lead form.

Content Marketing 63

Content Marketing B2B Marketing Exercises 63