April, 2022

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Brand Efficiency in Retail  

Ronn Torossian

Brands that aim at efficiency in retail should provide convenience in all areas of the business. Convenience is a complete experience. For brands, retail has become the most challenging channel to improve and maintain. Consumer behavior is changing but in spite of that, retail is not dead. To increase efficiency in retail, brands have to […]. The post Brand Efficiency in Retail appeared first on.

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Measuring Success: Three Metrics for PR Agency Employees | Business Wire Blog

Business Wire

When employees succeed in their careers, every piece of their organization falls in line behind them. From the top down, all team members, work processes, and departments begin to work like a well-oiled machine to achieve the one thing all agencies want: a satisfied and grateful client. But how do you gauge an employee’s success? What factors are most important?

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The Follow-Up Pitch: PR Tips On Getting It Noticed

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

As PR teams know, creating and distributing content is one thing; getting journalists to use it is another. The way we conduct media outreach is critical, especially with reporters often receiving hundreds of pitches and press releases each day. From relationships to cold outreach, the way a publicist reaches out to a reporter is key. One of the most effective ways to do so is through email.

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Prowly #PRChat with Andrea B. Clement, Head of Clem.co LLC Media

Prowly

Prowly #PRChat is where we share the thoughts, ideas, insights, and more from a diverse group of leaders in our field. Want to know what everyone will be talking about in a few months? Read about what these people are talking about today. This time, it’s Andrea B. Clement, Head of Clem.co LLC Media and […]. The post Prowly #PRChat with Andrea B.

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Peter H. Paulsen’s Inspiring Tale Continues to Resonate in 2024

Two years after its initial release, Peter H. Paulsen’s book, From Brick and Mortar to Prosperity, continues to inspire readers around the globe.

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Frank Strong on the State of PR Tech

Flack's Revenge

I enjoyed speaking with PR blogger Frank Strong (of Sword & the Script fame ) about the state of PR tech, for the PR, Done & Doner podcast (here’s a video of the interview ). The PR job of has never been more challenging. Tech can help, but it is not always easy to know where to invest. Agencies need to decide how much to spend and how to earn ROI from their tech investments.

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Fintech, Crypto, and PR

Ronn Torossian

Blockchain, the underlying technology behind cryptocurrencies, has become too big to ignore. The digital asset is now worth more than both Mastercard and Visa, and plenty of big and small brands have started adopting it, including America’s oldest bank, BNY Mellon, as well as retail day traders. This quick adoption has, in turn, opened the […].

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2021 IPO Highlights and What to Expect in 2022 | Business Wire Blog

Business Wire

Last year was exceptionally busy for the global IPO market, seeing more activity than any year in the last 20. According to Ernst & Young’s annual global IPO report , there were 2,388 IPO deals in 2021, representing a 64% increase year-over-year from 2020. Of these, 416 listings were on the primary United States exchanges (NASDAQ and NYSE). Additionally, a record number (613) of special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) went public in 2021, raising more than $162 billion in gross proceed

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A PR Spring Cleaning Checklist

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Finally after a long winter (at least here in New York), the change in weather means it’s time for PR professionals to refresh their plans and get re-organized. Just like the tradition of ‘spring cleaning’ a home, PR teams should consider cleaning up daily tasks to start the new quarter and season on a fresh note. . Media lists . We all have “master” media lists for different verticals but as any good media master knows, journalists and reporters move around, frequently changing publications or

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Prowly #PRChat with Jordanne Pallesen, Owner of Julep Marketing

Prowly

Prowly #PRChat is ON! Time for another quick read that lets you see the world through the eyes of a fellow PR professional and get their take on things. Today it’s Jordanne Pallesen, the founder of Julep Marketing. As a PR exec, she has worked with an impressive list of clients across industries including finance, […]. The post Prowly #PRChat with Jordanne Pallesen, Owner of Julep Marketing appeared first on Prowly Magazine.

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Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?

Whether your organization is at the start of its sustainability and impact journey or years into it, many brands share a common concern: the uncertainty of whether they are sending stakeholders mixed messages. Creating content that speaks to your audience's “love language” can be a tricky dance. But, worry not! 3BL has put together tips to ensure that your content not only finds its rhythm but also resonates with your target audiences.

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Avoiding Assumptions in Employee Communications

PRSay

Visit the April 2022 issue of Strategies & Tactics for more insights on employee communications. Before I was born, my parents brought a Golden Retriever puppy into the family. When Happy was diagnosed with cancer, they faced a difficult choice: Amputate her leg or put her to sleep. As my parents were just starting out and the surgery was expensive, they made the hard decision to put her down.

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Digital Skills not Keeping up with Demand

The Proactive Report

. If you thought we’d reached a point where all businesses were up to speed digitally, think again. According to a CMO survey, digital marketing spending has reached 58 percent of marketing budgets, reflecting 15.8 percent growth over the last year. While most businesses have made a good start on digital transformation and more than half now report that they are in making good progress, only 11 percent have fully institutionalized the process.

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The Importance of Sports PR

Ronn Torossian

Sports PR helps promote teams, players, and organizations through different channels of communication. PR professionals can show the reputation of an athlete or team in a positive light. PR is all about managing relationships. In the sports industry, athletes and teams require the support of the public and other organizations. For that they require PR […].

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4 ways to leverage broadcast experts to position your brand

Agility PR Solutions

Broadcast experts can be media personalities or influencers. Tier one morning and afternoon shows turn to broadcast experts for their insights on topics ranging from the top tech products to the top toys for the season. With the media landscape changing, it has become harder to pitch segment producers editorial opportunities featuring your brand. However, […].

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Adapting to the Future: The Evolving Role of Crisis Management Firms in a Rapidly Changing World

As the Internet continues to grow and change, the role of Online Crisis Management firms is evolving. This article explores how these firms are adapting to the new topography of Online Crisis Management. Through interviews with industry experts and case studies, we uncover the key strategies and tactics that are driving success in this dynamic field.

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How To Build A Purpose-Driven Brand

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

In the years since “purpose-driven” brands have become hot among marketing and PR people, one thing has become clear – having a well communicated purpose is good for business. As Joanna Seddon of Presciant brand consultancy puts it, “Purpose-drive brands are more successful (than others) in every way.” An organization linked to a coherent purpose can make better products, offer better services and attract better employees.

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How to Turn a “Boring” Press Release Into a News Story

Prowly

The humble press release is one of the oldest and most effective weapons in the PR arsenal. It’s a clear, concise way to get news into the hands of journalists, and with it, you can form media relationships and change minds. Somehow, though, irrelevant pitches and bad press releases are still among the most common […]. The post How to Turn a “Boring” Press Release Into a News Story appeared first on Prowly Magazine.

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Pitch Around Elon Musk and Twitter

PR for Anyone

Make sure to Like and Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and ring the bell so you’re notified of new videos by clicking HERE. Elon Musk, Twitter and PR. We had some huge news this week with Elon Musk buying Twitter. What does that have to do with PR? EVERYTHING! I’m always talking about “newsjacking.” If you need a refresher on Newsjacking, watch this interview I did with David Meerman Scott who coined the term.

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The Importance of Lifelong Learning

PRSay

Nelson Mandela said that education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world. As someone who has earned their APR and Ph.D. credentials, I wholeheartedly agree. But, for me (as I’m sure for others), the concept of education goes far beyond the walls of a classroom and is not determined by any particular age bracket. In its essence, lifelong learning is exactly what it sounds like: Continuously taking advantage of and pursuing opportunities in a wide range of activities and sett

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Communicating During a Crisis & Navigating the Chaos

Speaker: Shawna Bruce, Director of M.D. Bruce & Associates Ltd.

Are you ready to face the unexpected? When the stakes are high and the pressure is on, there's no time to waste - you must be prepared to communicate clearly and confidently. In today's unpredictable world, mastering the art of crisis communication is a must-have skill for any public relations professional. Whether you're facing a weather disaster, a cyber attack, or a PR nightmare, knowing how to craft a clear and compelling message can mean the difference between chaos and calm, confusion and

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PR Campaign Essentials  

Ronn Torossian

PR is about building a positive and interesting narrative for a brand. A PR campaign is an effort to achieve a goal with the help of strategic messaging to a target audience. It includes a series of activities that have a specific objective and which are usually time-bound. As with any other campaign, a PR […]. The post PR Campaign Essentials appeared first on.

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3 tips to step up your influencer marketing by unlocking everyday and micro influencers

Agility PR Solutions

When you search for “influencer marketing,” Google easily shows about 210,000,000 results in 0.55 seconds. Culling through what are the most effective strategies, forecasts and key trends that will dominate, the current state of influencer marketing, the most impactful KPIs and metrics, and distinguish which strategies you should execute to ensure they achieve success can […].

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The Best PR Agency Asset: Flawless Media Contact Lists

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

For a PR agency team, few things are more important than having media contacts at the ready. In fact, a media placement strategy with the perfect balance of quality and quantity is one of the unsung secret of great PR and media relations. Media contacts aren’t magic….they’re work. But media contacts aren’t magic. They’re a resource requiring constant maintenance by users.

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7 Selling Tips That Will Get Your PR Contract Signed

Prowly

Did you know when you got into PR agency work how much selling would be involved? Not just selling your pitches to the media, but selling prospective clients on signing new PR contracts with you. It’s the foundation of your entire PR business, and it ultimately determines whether your agency will grow, become stagnant, or […]. The post 7 Selling Tips That Will Get Your PR Contract Signed appeared first on Prowly Magazine.

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Discover the Actionable Habits of the World’s Best Strategic Communicators

Communication professionals can sometimes face difficult questions from internal stakeholders about the impact of their PR marketing initiatives. We know that nearly half of these professional say they need help with turning their PR data into actionable insights; and at least 20% don’t think they can measure their campaigns at all—but what if we told you all these obstacles can be easily combatted if you implement a few key habits.

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Must Have Kitchen Gadgets

PR for Anyone

I love to entertain but I’m busy so I’m always on the lookout for things to make life in the kitchen or entertaining easier. One of my favorite brands is OXO. They have it figured out when it comes to making food prep easy. In this segment, I featured their corn shucker that I use almost daily in the summer. If you haven’t tried grilling corn and putting that on a salad, you don’t know what you’re missing.

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All in the Family: 3 Generations of the APR

PRSay

April marks APR Month at PRSA. Throughout the month, we’ve been sharing the stories of those who have earned their Accreditation in Public Relations. Among the new APRs: Allyson Pittman Gattin, APR, PR director at The Peacock Group, Little Rock, Ark. She is a third-generation PR professional, and her grandfather, Bob Sells, and mother, Stacy Sells, were also Accredited PRSA members.

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Top Instagram Challenges for Companies

Ronn Torossian

It’s not always easy for companies to stay on top of the ever-evolving social media trends and social media platform features. That’s especially true for Instagram, which is a platform that has drastically changed since it first became popular with consumers. This creates a number of different challenges for many businesses, such as choosing the […].

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6 suggestions to keep in mind when pitching the media

Agility PR Solutions

The “art of the pitch” is a vital skill in the PR world. Although it’s far from easy to craft a memorable pitch, fundamental mistakes commonly crop up in the industry, even among veterans—all of them entirely preventable. We’ve outlined six key qualifications your pitch needs to stand out among media outlets. Collectively, these tips […]. The post 6 suggestions to keep in mind when pitching the media appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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7 Ways to Deliver Groundbreaking Thought Leadership

Delivering Successful Thought Leadership Programs. In an increasingly crowded marketplace, a successful thought leadership program is a powerful tool to increase the profile of your brand. By developing compelling content that is authentic to your brand and offers something unique, you can become a trusted source and the ‘go-to’ expert in your field.

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Bad news for Earth Day: 4x less engagement than last year

NewsWhip

A lot has changed since the first Earth Day celebration in 1970. The state of our planet is more perilous compared to 52 years ago , and while a more collective sense of environmental activism has emerged — with consumers increasingly demanding change from brands and large corporations — interest in coverage about Earth Day has been significantly dropping, especially in 2022.

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Transformation for everyone: How a scale-up and a sprinter can learn from each other

Presspage

We are absolutely delighted to partner with Levi Hazes. A young athlete with infectious optimism, Levi is currently training to compete in the Olympics. We are proud to sponsor and support him on his journey to the Olympic podium and are excited to share his story with you. Who is Levi? Levi Hazes is an inspiring example of a young, courageous, dedicated athlete who devotes his time to daily training to achieve his current number one goal - to compete in the Olympics in Paris in 2024.

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What Questions Should You Ask Your New PR Clients?

Prowly

You’re ready to get started on strategizing, writing about, and pitching your new client, but there are still things you need to establish before you begin. For example, there are some public relations questions to ask the client during the onboarding that will both inform your next steps and demonstrate your expertise in working collaboratively […].

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