2021

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A Must Read for PR Pros: 7 Journalists Share Pros and Cons to Using Clubhouse | Business Wire Blog

Business Wire

Everyone is talking about Clubhouse – but is this a chat app, marketing tool, or a new way to connect reporters and industry experts around the globe? We asked seven journalists for their experiences and thoughts on Clubhouse and the opportunities it held for media relations.

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A Toast To Independent PR Agencies

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

It’s nearly Independence Day, which is a good time to reflect on what independence means in the business of public relations. Lots of ad and PR agencies tout their independent status in their marketing. Judging from a quick review of the websites of midsize PR firms, most think it’s a differentiator. But what does the label really mean? Is independence a meaningful benefit or just so much PR?

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8 Tips for Maximizing Your International Press Release | Business Wire Blog

Business Wire

There is no doubt today that we are part of a global economy. With a click, we can purchase goods made next door or halfway around the world. For many companies, this provides exciting opportunities to enter into new markets faster than ever before. But increasing brand visibility in unfamiliar markets is not always easy. Each market has different expectations for and by media, including varying requirements for news releases, local market language considerations and more.

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6 Trends That Will Affect PR In 2022

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

As we turn the page on the year, it’s time to look at the trends that affect PR and marketing communications. Of course, the changes we see aren’t usually sudden. They don’t magically start with the new calendar. They’re the continuation or peaking of the events and moves we’ve experienced in 2021. These are the ones that get my vote for the strongest and most relevant trends that will carry over into 2022.

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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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5 Reasons the Press Release Still Matters

Cision

With the increase of social media, data-driven storytelling, and the 24-7 news cycle, the press release has evolved while still a relevant part of your marketing strategy.

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5 Tips for (Re)connecting with Journalists in the New Normal

Prowly

Yes, it is cliché to talk about how COVID has changed everything about the way we do business these days but, well, it really has changed everything. Just ask any PR pro. Many are finding a lot of the relationships that they have so carefully built over years are suddenly disconnected, off-track, paused or just […]. The post 5 Tips for (Re)connecting with Journalists in the New Normal appeared first on Prowly Magazine.

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22 Marketing Experts Share Their Best Advice to Help You Plan for 2022

Garrett Public Relations

You've heard the old saying, plans are made to be broken. Even so, which elements of your marketing should you be focusing on as you plan for 2022? I asked 22 experts for their input. The post 22 Marketing Experts Share Their Best Advice to Help You Plan for 2022 appeared first on PR Consultant Garrett Public Relations Columbus/Worthington OH.

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A Lesson in Reverse Mentoring, Courtesy of ‘The Queen’s Gambit’

PRSay

A few months ago, I watched the Netflix series “ The Queen’s Gambit ,” an acclaimed coming-of-age period drama about a young chess prodigy who struggles with addiction. As a whole, the show left me underwhelmed, but one element of the series spoke strongly to me. In a particularly telling scene, the protagonist Beth Harmon (played by Anya Taylor-Joy), a rising chess star, receives an unexpected visit from a former rival, Harry Beltik (played by Harry Melling).

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5 surprises from Pew Internet’s recent social media usage report

Communications Conversations

A couple weeks ago, Pew Internet released another great report detailing social media use in 2021. I recommend taking a peek at the whole report since it outlines many demos around who’s using which platforms. For example, LinkedIn trends toward white, middle-aged men with college degrees making $75+. Makes sense, right? Meanwhile, TikTok trends younger Hispanic and African-American women with lower incomes and some college.

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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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20 PR and Marketing Predictions for 2022

Sword and the Script

Professionals across the globe share analysis and perhaps, aspiration, in offering up PR and marketing predictions for 2022. I believe when people write predictions, they aren’t just saying what they think will happen but revealing a reflection of sorts. To put it another way, predictions are equal parts analysis and aspiration. As I’ve done for the last several years , I solicited and compiled a list of predictions from professionals across the PR and marketing community.

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The Best Free Tools to Monitor Hashtag Performance

Brand24

Check our list of top tools to monitor hashtag performance. Some of them are completely free, some offer a free trial. The post The Best Free Tools to Monitor Hashtag Performance first appeared on Brand24 Blog.

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The main challenges for communications teams

Presspage

We work in an amazing field, but there are some tough challenges that communications departments face regularly. From our experience working with hundreds of PR and Corporate Communications teams around the globe, most of these issues can be traced back to workflow, in this blog post we will talk about four of the most common ones we've noticed, regardless of industry, geography, or department size. 1.

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Five Tips to Successfully Communicate SPAC News | Business Wire Blog

Business Wire

2021 has been a big year for Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs). As of May 2021, more than $100 billion has been raised in SPAC public offerings. However, SPAC issuances often come with communications challenges. SPACs are shell companies organized by sponsors and structured to move to IPO and a subsequent merger with, or acquisition of, an existing operating company within 24 months.

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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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Addressing The “Scaries” In Ad Tech

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

It’s the spooky season, which to me, as director of ad tech here at Crenshaw , is the perfect time to address some of the scariest business and PR issues looming in the ad tech space today. It can be challenging to address some of the highly sensitive issues in the media, but there is usually a way to do so that benefits the company and industry at large.

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10 Questions to Ask Before You Publish a New Blog Post

Cision

If you don’t have these must-haves checked off your list before publishing, a new blog post may not perform as well as you’d hoped. Don’t skip these steps!

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A third of CMOs don’t trust their marketing data—or their analysts

Agility PR Solutions

Over a third of CMOs say they don’t trust their marketing data, according to the latest research from marketing data analytics platform Adverity. What’s more, there is a growing divide between data analysts and marketers when it comes to trusting their data. A third (34 percent) of marketers don’t trust the data they are given to […].

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How to Get Media Coverage for Your Business in 2021 (w/ Expert Tips)

Prowly

There’s no doubt that getting media coverage is a great way to build brand awareness, increase credibility, and even boost sales. But, to actually get your business on the news, you need to grab media attention first. Given that the majority of top-tier publishers find between 50 and 500 pitches per week in their inboxes, […]. The post How to Get Media Coverage for Your Business in 2021 (w/ Expert Tips) appeared first on Prowly Magazine.

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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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Journalists Sound Off on How PR Pros Can Improve Media Pitches

Garrett Public Relations

While we hear PR pros talk about how often their pitches go ignored – we don’t always hear the other side. Journalists have some REAL complaints about practices public relations practitioners engage in that make their jobs more difficult. Unfortunately, these missteps can also make it tougher for PR pros to develop the relationships they […]. The post Journalists Sound Off on How PR Pros Can Improve Media Pitches appeared first on PR Consultant Garrett Public Relations Columbus/Worthington

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Why Educating Employees on Inclusive Language Matters

PRSay

When you’re in the business of communicating, what you say matters. A lot. And the language you use can say much more about who you are and what you care about than the actual message itself. Words and phrases have nuances; they have histories. And they can suggest a subtext that you may not intend. Word choices in emails, releases, statements, digital content, speeches, reports and presentations can either further where your organization stands on the diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I)

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How often should you post on social media? (A lot less than Hootsuite is telling you)

Communications Conversations

It’s become one of the most prevalent questions in the social media industry. And, to me, also one of the most frustrating. Mostly because of article’s like Hootsuite’s recent post “How Often to Post to Social Media in 2021” You see, most of these “how often to post” articles always wind up with the same conclusion: you need to post A LOT.

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What’s next for WaddsCon: May report and future events

Stephen Waddington

We’re going to continue running WaddsCon as long as people find it useful. Here’s a report from the May event and what’s coming up in June. The May edition of WaddsCon covered a range of topics from the COVID-19 impact on client/agency relations to the impact on print, and from measurement frameworks to professionalism in public relations. You can catchup with the replay on YouTube.

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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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Excellent crisis communications can help turn a crisis into an opportunity

Stuart Bruce

Crisis communications. Transgender, taking the knee, doping and that’s before we even add Covid into the mix. The athletes going to the Tokyo Olympics face … © Stuart Bruce - Excellent crisis communications can help turn a crisis into an opportunity was first published on Stuart Bruce's PR Futurist by Stuart Bruce - Modernising public relations and communications for the digital age.

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29 ways to use your social listening tool: top benefits for your brand

Awario

Social listening is a buzzword these days, and it's being adopted by more and more businesses. Strangely enough, the focus on the actual use and benefits of the process remains narrow: in most cases, when people talk about social listening, they actually mean brand monitoring.

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With Great Power Comes Great Corporate Social Responsibility | Business Wire Blog

Business Wire

Spider-Man’s Uncle Ben popularized the adage: “With great power comes great responsibility.” His wise words are particularly relevant in today’s climate as brands discover their own power. Companies are not only realizing they can effect meaningful change, but they also carry a responsibility to do so. With external expectations high for businesses to demonstrate their social impact, taking the right approach to publicize Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environmental, Social, and Gover

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5 PR Tips To Promote Expertise On LinkedIn

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Among PR teams, LinkedIn is the go-to social media platform for B2B executives for driving positive visibility and thought leadership. But a profile that serves as a glorified CV isn’t enough to gain sought-after exposure; that takes time, strategy, and a dash of creativity. How can executives get the most from their LinkedIn profile to convey leadership and be seen as an expert?

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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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5 Tips to Optimize Your Content for Voice Search

Cision

Voice search can't be ignored. Here are 5 tips to optimize your digital content to compete in search and increase organic traffic.

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5 ways to provide more agile PR solutions

Agility PR Solutions

In the modern world, PR is all about knowing how to respond to crises in a fast and efficient fashion. However, while running the business and handling day-to-day operations, you might find it difficult for your business to truly be able to step up and make a genuine difference. This is why it helps to […]. The post 5 ways to provide more agile PR solutions appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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PR Measurement: Measuring PR Success Through KPI Evaluations

Prowly

Let’s get one thing clear: your brand’s reputation matters. For better or worse, the public’s perception of you will have a big impact on your sales, revenue, and growth. This is one reason why PR is so vitally important. Without a PR evaluation plan in place to manage your brand’s image, or get the word […]. The post PR Measurement: Measuring PR Success Through KPI Evaluations appeared first on Prowly Magazine.