Stephen Waddington

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

Unique downloads provide a measure of how many people downloaded a podcast but it’s not that useful if you want to know how many people have opened and actually listened to your podcast. In the absence of analytics podcasters have developed their own creative solutions.

Measurement 90

Measurement Analytics Comparison Data 90

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 16, 2019

I sense we are reaching that point in marketing, with respect to data and creativity. While clearly data has an important role in marketing decisions, the community is also beginning to recognize data has several limits ( click fraud aside ). 1) Digital is killing creativity in marketing. We all want to be part of something.

Creativity 76

Creativity Study Survey Advertising 76

Shift Communications

JULY 10, 2015

Being a community manager may sound like a cool, trendy job filled with fun and creativity. Whether you’re managing a community of thousands or one of 100, you are the eyes and the ears of the company on platforms like Twitter and Facebook. Measurement Goals. A good monitoring tool can be your community managing BFF.

Community 60

Community Tools Measurement Crisis 60

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 24, 2018

It’s talk-show-meets-freak-show with popular contemporary music added in for good measure. The great Brian Solis, who I had the pleasure of seeing live in 2013 as keynote speaker at the PRSA’s International Conference, recently published this article on LinkedIn about creative storytelling. Are you one of them?

Creativity 96

Creativity Storytelling LinkedIn System 96

Stephen Waddington

AUGUST 6, 2021

Thanks to the community of 24 speakers and 900 delegates. We’ve also discussed business topics including leadership, purpose; and areas of practice including behavioural science, communication accessibility, creativity, search marketing, and measurement. We’re now seeking speakers and delegates for September.

YouTube 146

YouTube Creativity Community Leadership 146

NewsWhip

APRIL 28, 2021

How has the consumer changed the news cycle and impacted PR measurement? Communications methods & measurement standards. The consumer-driven news cycle & PR measurement. Kirsty O’Connor leads the Innovation + Creative Hub in Dubai for H+K, supporting the Middle East, Turkey, India, and Africa region (METIA).

Consumer 78

Consumer Measurement Local Data 78

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 29, 2020

Businesses must communicate proactively to employees, customers, and stakeholders about practical matters like business changes, measures to protect health, and the eventual return to business. As many states contemplate reopening, smaller businesses have an opportunity to be creative.

Marketing 225

Marketing Leadership Crisis Healthcare 225

PRSay

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Since many of our communications campaigns (and how we measure their success) might cause people to feel more like numbers or objects, what do we have to lose? Creative PR, media and internal communicators are qualified to create campaigns based on acts of kindness; communications that go deeper into the human heart.

Employee 138

Employee Crisis Reputation Creativity 138

5W PR

MARCH 11, 2024

Enter influencers, with their engaged communities and credibility, they serve as a bridge between brands and their desired audience. Engagement rates, content quality, and community attributes are true determinants of an influencer’s impact. Open communication, mutual respect, and an appreciation of their creativity are key.

Marketing 78

Marketing Guidelines Fashion Data 78

5W PR

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

From writing platforms like Scrivener to editing suites like Adobe Creative Cloud, countless programs cater to specific needs. Finding an audience Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok are bustling with diverse communities. Social media influencers shape online trends and build dedicated communities.

Media 78

Media YouTube Transportation eBook 78

Deirdre Breakenridge

JULY 3, 2018

It may be summer, but #PRStudChat, sponsored by Spin Sucks, is focused on strategic communications all year round. In the spirit of learning, even when school is out, our community will gather for a Twitter chat on July 19th at 12:00 p.m. ET to discuss social media and getting into the strategic communications mindset.

Social Media 150

Social Media Communications Media Community 150

Waxing UnLyrical

MARCH 26, 2013

As my trust for them has grown, I am inspired by their creativity and love for their profession. Either way, I’m proof that their time spent on Instagram is reaping benefits… but how else can they measure their Instagram success? 4 Free Tools to Measure Your Instagram Success is a post from: Waxing UnLyrical.

Instagram 111

Instagram Measurement Tools Small Business 111

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Brands must also make sure their community manager or agency has the experience, curiosity, and imagination needed to conceive, implement and measure their social efforts. Are the social media waters still safe for marketing? The thing about marketing is that to fill your net you have to fish where the fish are.

Marketing 244

Marketing Facebook Social Media Community 244

PR for Anyone

JANUARY 28, 2024

Erica suggests that most companies will adopt some form of a hybrid model, acknowledging the benefits of flexibility while highlighting the need to measure performance effectively. She raises concerns about the potential loss of creativity and innovation in a virtual environment, especially when managing groups.

Employee 130

Employee Policies Creativity Company 130

Mindful Marketing

JUNE 22, 2015

In the graph, Social Media Community Management is at the top of the list with 39.7% From there it reads: Digital Build and Production, Multimedia Content Creation, Insight and Planning, and Creativity – all before Media Relations, listed at 15.1%. Creativity is nice. Managing a social media community is cool.

Media Relations 50

Media Relations Measurement Report Media 50

Sword and the Script

MAY 11, 2019

PR measurement can be a bit like a self-fulfilling prophecy. On one hand, it gets dinged for a lack of measurement. On the other hand, measuring some PR activities, like earned media , is far more challenging than other forms of marketing and communications. In reading through it, I had several points worth making here.

Study 144

Study Media Relations Media Measurement 144

5W PR

JANUARY 29, 2024

PR professionals must master the art of transparency, finding creative ways to showcase the value of technologies without compromising classified information. Key steps include training spokespersons, carefully crafting preemptive messages, and maintaining open lines of communication with stakeholders.

Industry 78

Industry Publicity Ethics Privacy 78

The Proactive Report

JUNE 18, 2021

You can create your own groups on social media and build a community of engaged followers. All aspects of the campaign used similar creative so that the message was consistent across all platforms. And they paid $500 a month for strategy and measurement. And you certainly can’t measure results. Raise awareness.

Small Business 213

Small Business Fashion Groups Local 213

Wadds Inc.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

Watch out for a new version of #PRstack set to be published before the end of November by the #FuturePRoof community developed by my partner Sarah Waddington. It’s an insight both in terms of the reputational impact to individuals and organisations, and the threat to creative and professional work. Fact-checking remains an issue.

Report 118

Report Publicity Training Policies 118

PRSay

JULY 6, 2020

For many years, offices with open floor plans helped generate creativity for PR professionals. But we can be just as creative during virtual meetings as we are when together in the same room. Encourage community service. Wear cloth face covers. Hold virtual meetings. Network and pursue new business virtually. Show empathy.

Employee 184

Employee Skype Meeting Nonprofit 184

Waxing UnLyrical

AUGUST 3, 2015

A lot has been (and continues to be) said about measurement, but when you’re in the market for measurement strategy, it’s always smart to revisit some classics. Eight Great Myths Of Social Media Measurement. Communication Planning: Measurement Comes First And Last.

Measurement 40

Measurement Strategy Social Media Analytics 40

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

And, given the vast amount of time I pour into writing about PR technology , I’m really pleased with the long list of contributions from the PR technology vendor community. a) Many community newspapers going away and hopefully still being available in some kind of online format. Strengthening community-building and connections.

Marketing 195

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 195

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

This week I paused to catch up on reading several other PR and corporate communications surveys that I haven’t had a chance to read yet and summarize them here for you. Companies should be investing in the story behind their quarterly or annual results to resonate with the investment community and positively influence valuation.”

Survey 81

Survey Corporate Communications Financial 81

Deirdre Breakenridge

JANUARY 25, 2018

PR professionals are known for their strong writing skills and creative storytelling. There’s a lot to learn when it comes to content, from strategy and creation best practices to the publishing tools and the content measurement. On Thursday, February 15, 2018, at 12:00 p.m. Q2: Can content help PR pros boost their careers?

Twitter 157

Twitter Storytelling Community Writing 157

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 20, 2020

Most have learned from early mistakes or half-measures and have designed campaigns that make a positive impact for employees, customers, and communities. Facebook, meanwhile is dramatically expanding its Community Help feature to address the pandemic. It’s not about the logo.

Brand 284

Brand Branding Small Business Retail 284

PR Conversations

JULY 20, 2015

It’s understood that the play’s the thing; however, it was the vibrant community found around each performance that proved an unexpected volunteer adventure at The Toronto Fringe festival 2015. Many of the Fringe community stakeholders are clear: the artists (actors, writers, directors, stage managers, etc.);

Community 40

Community Print Twitter Creativity 40

Landis PR

OCTOBER 25, 2021

That’s a good lesson for any communications team, especially those that will need to shift from a milestones/launch mentality to ongoing integrated programming. It’s vital to get comfortable in a new mindset that measures metrics all along vs. “at the end of the program.” Measure. . Encourage others to think creatively.

Healthcare 98

Healthcare Communications Measurement Resources 98

5W PR

JULY 18, 2023

Experiment with creative and engaging content formats. Engagement Participate in relevant online communities, forums, and industry-specific platforms where the brand’s target audience gathers. Building relationships and trust within these communities can drive brand awareness and attract potential customers.

Brand 78

Brand Branding Engineering Analytics 78

wiredPRworks

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

The Social Selling Secrets Masterclass was created for anyone who wants to be more creative, persuasive, and influential. In this engaging and immersive experience, you’ll discover routes to social media success: strategic maps, memorable moment,s and relevant ROI measures. Inventory: mine and develop a creative archive.

LinkedIn 52

LinkedIn Storytelling Facebook Measurement 52

The Proactive Report

DECEMBER 9, 2017

We identified 150 A-list runners who blogged and posted on social media about their runs, contacted them all and succeeded in getting 100 into the project as the core community to start spreading the information about the project. What to Measure. Tracking ROI and tying earned media impact to business goals. .

Case Study 100

Case Study Media Study Measurement 100

Stephen Waddington

JUNE 9, 2017

Public relations practice is shifting from media relations to influencer relations, owned media, community management and social business. Owned media and community management are the strongest areas of practice according to respondents. Community management – social media enables organisations to engage in conversations.

Publicity 111

Publicity Survey Measurement Community 111

PRSay

OCTOBER 12, 2018

The theme: “Communications Convergence” covered a range of topics including conflicts, creativity and client relationships. Crunching numbers (data and measurement) was a hot topic as well. On creativity: “Recognize the importance of marketing partnerships. What’s on the mind of PR professionals these days?

Conference 96

Conference Internal International Storytelling 96

Stern + Associates

JANUARY 26, 2023

Both renowned and longtime management experts, Mortensen and Edmondson advise that leaders’ focus should be on establishing an IEVP that incorporates four interrelated factors that employees value – material offerings, opportunities to grow and develop, connection and community, and meaning and purpose.

Employee 118

Employee Company Marketing Case Study 118

Stephen Waddington

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

Sarah Waddington has handed over #FuturePRoof to the BAME community for her latest book. Along the way she has published three books and created a vibrant community. How do you recommend planning and measuring success? I don’t think we are bad at proving value, there are lots of ways to measure value that supports our industry.

Public Affairs 145

Public Affairs Education Measurement LinkedIn 145

Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 12, 2016

Want to hear something that will truly make you measurement mavens cringe? Before I started out on my own, I never focused hard enough on measuring PR outcomes. I didn’t want to only spend my days billing out client work, I needed something more creative to feed my soul and scale my business. Guest Post by Elise Perkins.

Product Launch 40

Product Launch Measurement How To Course 40

The Hoyt Organization

APRIL 11, 2024

Hashtags and social campaigns : Engages communities through creative social media initiatives like challenges and contests. Conversion tactics : Strategies such as discount codes and shoppable posts to drive sales and measure campaign effectiveness, benefiting both brands and influencers.

Social Media 63

Social Media Video Viral Brand 63

Onclusive

OCTOBER 3, 2017

Here is what they told us: “Your brand will no longer be defined by a logo or cute creative ad, but by your thought leadership: Content Marketing and the way we experience that content is the key to your brand identity.”. The answers resoundingly revolved around a single strategy: creating unique, differentiated content.

Brand 246

Brand Branding eBook Leadership 246