ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 5, 2017

The Global Communications Report, a comprehensive worldwide survey of more than 1,000 senior PR executives worldwide, reveals that the global PR industry is predicted to grow from its current estimated size of $14 billion to $19.3 According to a 2015 Chief Communications Officer survey by Korn Ferry , CCOs in the U.S.

Trends 124

Trends SEO Leadership Print 124

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JUNE 6, 2023

To the average consumer, AI likely snuck up like a mysterious, unknown entity. But to the marketing and communications worlds, the reality is that it has been used in various forms for years, having started gaining momentum around 2015. As you can see, the use of artificial intelligence in marketing communications is extensive.

Communications 40

Communications Marketing Technology Data 40

The Proactive Report

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Discover your brand visibility score Brand Affinity and Trust Building brand affinity and trust is increasingly important in 2023, as consumers become more conscious of the companies they want to support. Brand affinity refers to the emotional connection that consumers have with a brand.

Brand 130

Brand Branding Ethics Engineering 130

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Our job descriptions tells us what we’ll be responsible for in a given public relations or communications role, but we rarely reference the J.D. For the sake of creating a comprehensive list of all the tasks today’s PR and communications teams are responsible for, we’ve compiled a list of 20 responsibilities or areas of focus.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Critical Mention

APRIL 17, 2019

Today, nearly 90 percent of companies are using social media marketing and Dreamgrow reports over 60 percent of customers expect companies to offer customer service through their social channels. To help you create your social media marketing strategy, we have 15 of the top social media trends you need to follow in 2019!

Social Media 61

Social Media Trends Media Instagram 61

Sword and the Script

APRIL 23, 2019

But a new survey out of the Center for Public Relations at USC Annenberg shows that isn’t happening among some PR pros and corporate communicators. The annual survey polled 210 CEOs, 1,583 PR professionals and 378 students with an eclectic mix of questions to develop the 2019 Global Communications Report.

Technology 128

Technology Study Communications Survey 128

Landis PR

MARCH 14, 2022

Please note: this is a reposted blog by our Public Relations Global Network PR partner, Ghidotti Communications. Five Key Steps to Introducing Your Consumer Brand to a New Social Media Platform. After identifying trends and consumer priorities, begin to create relevant content to engage a new audience.

Social Media 52

Social Media Consumer Brand Branding 52

Critical Mention

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

So, it’s important for all organizations to acknowledge and react to the impact social media has on consumers. Social Media Improves Customer Service. Oftentimes, consumers rely on social media reviews and online customer service to finalize purchasing decisions. Share Tweet Share. Until next time!

Social Media 105

Social Media Media Customer Service Radio 105

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

What are the Top Social Media Trends in 2024 In this digitally-driven business landscape, where businesses are quick to embrace new tools, it’s no surprise that 77% of businesses harness social media to engage with customers. So, let’s focus on trends particularly relevant to ecommerce and social media integration.

Social Media 86

Social Media Media Mobile SEO 86

Communications Conversations

JUNE 18, 2020

Let’s look at four big shifts that have been happening in 2020 so far, and how I would argue most social media marketers have reacted: Shift #1: Customers don’t want ‘storytelling’–they want exceptional customer service. Might not be the sexiest trend of 2020, but it has teeth.

Social Media 88

Social Media Customer Service Marketing Pinterest 88

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 1, 2018

Some will be service pieces that offer tips or tools. Others may share insight about category trends or offer an informed opinion about a burning industry issue. The trick is to jump on the opportunity before it becomes stale, or to turn it into a commentary on an industry problem or trend. Research current news and trends.

B2B 147

B2B Leadership Customer Service eBook 147

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 21, 2016

As almost 200,000 folks get ready for their annual excursion to Las Vegas for CES (Consumer Electronics Show) , those of us who toil in B2B tech public relations will be looking for 2017 trends to better take advantage of industry moves and stake out positions for clients. PR must function in real time. PR will embrace paid media.

B2B 120

B2B Customer Service Software Technology 120

Landis PR

DECEMBER 20, 2021

From brand storytelling to new commerce opportunities, social channels offer companies an unmatched opportunity to reach and engage consumers: Engage with your target audience. Analyze trends in real-time. Social channels supplied companies with real-time feedback on customer behavior. Customer Service.

Social Media 52

Social Media Brand Branding Customer Service 52

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 6, 2016

Here are the top “new rules” resulting from trends that affect PR professionals in the digital age. Top Trends Affecting Today’s PR Professionals. Today’s PR programs are less about selling and more about telling… stories that engage prospective customers or partners.

SEO 204

SEO Analytics Measurement B2B 204

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

B2B public relations is widely perceived as the nerdy cousin to consumer PR’s popular girl. Having already noted what B2B PR people can learn from their colleagues who run consumer brand accounts, I think the reverse is also true. The same trend is happening in consumer sectors, thanks to social media.

B2C 120

B2C B2B Software Consumer 120

Cision

JULY 27, 2017

Usually, brand perception falls under the realm of your marketing team, but it’s important for you and other leaders to be tapped into how consumers view your business. Your customers can provide insight into what your unique selling point (USP) is, why they choose you as a provider and what you do better than the competition.

Brand 231

Brand Branding Employee Data 231

Stuart Bruce

JULY 15, 2014

For example, last autumn, an initiative by British Gas, which is owned by FTSE 100 group Centrica, to use its Twitter account to promote customer service was greeted by hundreds of tweets pouring scorn on the company’s decision to raise energy prices ahead of winter.”.

Social Media 132

Social Media Public Affairs Media Crisis Communications 132

5W PR

JUNE 15, 2020

The latter includes direct, continual contact with fans and customers. The opportunity to engage, to solve problems, and to influence the narrative about and around the brand in the consumer public. From there, it’s important that the company understands their short-term customer relationship cannot be business as usual.

Crisis 113

Crisis Digital PR Retail Reputation 113

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

AI is among the fastest-growing marketing trends, with 80 percent of marketers predicting in 2016 that AI would revolutionize marketing by 2020. AI has the capacity to create richer, more personalized digital experiences for consumers, and meet customers’ increasingly high brand expectations.” CRM enhancement (11%).

Marketing 118

Marketing Data B2C Big Data 118

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 8, 2018

We associate social media platforms with splashy consumer campaigns, but social is increasingly important in B2B public relations. By extension, business customers can also help one another. That’s where tech services that cater to small businesses, like Hubspot and Zendesk, have done a great job.

B2B 170

B2B Social Media Media Education 170

Cision

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

Black Friday 2015 has come and gone, and one trend dominated all others: more and more people are purchasing online rather than shopping at brink-and-mortar retailers. This trend isn’t particularly surprising, but it gives the Friday after Thanksgiving a bit of an identity crisis. Practical Value.

Social Media 120

Social Media Facebook Print Advertising 120

Onclusive

JUNE 1, 2023

Before we dig into our list of ‘11 ways social listening will transform your communications strategy and performance’ first we need to answer the question: What is social listening? It can support content creation, positioning, and customer relations.    Now we’ve cleared that up, let’s get into it.

Strategy 370

Strategy Communications Reputation Measurement 370

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MAY 23, 2023

Dentsu recently came out with a survey regarding consumers’ summer travel plans. Summer travel trends we’re seeing Increased demand for sustainable travel : As environmental concerns continue to rise, travelers are becoming more conscious of their carbon footprint and looking for sustainable travel options.

Travel 40

Travel Tourism Airlines Hotels 40

PR 20/20

JUNE 6, 2023

The platform is now a comprehensive suite of tools and services to help businesses with their marketing, sales, customer service, and operations. It’s ultimately designed to enable businesses to attract, engage, and delight customers throughout their buyer's journey.

Knowledge Base 52

Knowledge Base Customer Service System Analytics 52

Cision

MAY 18, 2015

This is a big deal for PR practitioners and marketers as Altimeter reports that a quarter of all social media falls under the purview of communication , and another 40 percent is the responsibility of marketing. Trend and market research plus campaign monitoring. Influencer detection and customer relationship management.

Customer Service 120

Customer Service Social Media Analysis Data 120

Cision

AUGUST 9, 2016

Before you create any brand communication, you must ask yourself: Will my audience care? Brandon Puttbrese, account supervisor at GS&F, says in order for your communication to be effective, you need to understand what motivates your audience. How do you help brands create communication that inspires action?

Crisis 0

Crisis Reputation Study Social Media 0

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 11, 2017

These early arrangements can include a junior in-house employee or possibly a “shared” situation where the PR function is wedged into marketing or even customer service. Intrepid PR strategists pitch an editor a trend piece on new IoT security or other products and voila, a round-up story with five or six brands appears.

Company 136

Company Interviews Reputation Privacy 136

PR in High Definition

AUGUST 21, 2018

It can be crucial to the initial and continuing success of a business, but also crippling if you don’t commit to it and give consumers exactly what they want. Consumers are more intrigued by the concept of HQ Trivia, rather than the brand itself and frankly, the game became more of a trend than a sustainable brand.

Brand 54

Brand Branding Trends Social Media 54

Communications Conversations

JANUARY 25, 2017

” What he meant was, will we start to see brands embrace more one-to-one and authentic communications in 2017 instead of trying to do everything “at scale” Isn’t that what chatbots are all about? Automating communications that occur on a regular basis? ” Consumers are tired of phone trees.

Customer Service 60

Customer Service Consumer Local Meeting 60

Shift Communications

AUGUST 9, 2016

Take for example, the way that businesses are evolving to keep in constant contact with their customer base (from this year’s KPCB Internet Trends Report by Mary Meeker): Many brands are taking to text messaging or social messaging apps to provide better customer service. Katie Lioy. Director, Marketing Technology.

Technology 60

Technology Marketing Tools Customer Service 60

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 3, 2018

So, in the spirit of forging ahead into 2018, we offer a look at some brands poised to find their way into consumer hearts and minds this year. We like Bulletin’s PR positioning, because it taps into two important trends – female empowerment and the shared workspace. Brands to watch in 2018. Tapping into the zeitgeist much?

Brand 136

Brand Branding Retail Comparison 136

Prohibition

JANUARY 17, 2022

In fact, most experts agree that social media needs to be treated as a vital part of any company’s crisis communication plan. A crisis communication plan can help you; during crisis mode and after a crisis, assist you in maintaining your excellent reputation with customers, competitors, and industry leaders.

Crisis Management 118

Crisis Management Social Media Crisis Media 118

Newsfile

JANUARY 30, 2024

Understanding what to prioritize can be daunting and 2024’s top 5 PR trends sift through the constant advancements and shifts in the industry. This article highlights the top five PR trends for 2024, offering insights to refine and modernize your PR strategies. In particular, short form videos are booming in PR trends.

Trends 105

Trends YouTube Video Social Media 105

Cision

OCTOBER 16, 2017

The podcast will be published each month and feature topics about issues in earned media communications today along with knowledgeable experts. Each month we’ll hear from c-suite level communicators and marketers as they discuss challenges and opportunities facing companies in an ever-changing business climate.

Media 202

Media Storytelling Technology Data 202

PR 20/20

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Modern marketing is constantly shifting, and the folks that are part of your marketing team need to be masters in all things technology, best practices, and trends. Look for opportunities to implement professional development programs to ensure and encourage that the marketing team is staying up on technology and trends.

Marketing 52

Marketing Technology Internal International 52

Beyond PR

JULY 28, 2017

Usually, brand perception falls under the realm of your marketing team, but it’s important for you and other leaders to be tapped into how consumers view your business. Your customers can provide insight into what your unique selling point (USP) is, why they choose you as a provider and what you do better than the competition.

Employee 80

Employee Journalism Data Technology 80

PR 20/20

AUGUST 6, 2019

Businesses rely on marketing to fuel their overall success, and consumers rely on it to educate themselves on the purchases they plan to make. Although marketing has been around for ages, how have new consumer demands shifted the way we market? Happy customers are your greatest asset to fuel your brand’s success.

Marketing 40

Marketing How To Customer Service Groups 40