March, 2024

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Measuring the Success and ROI of Your Press Releases | Business Wire Blog

Business Wire

Press releases have long been regarded as indispensable tools for circulating important news and information. A conduit between companies and the media, news releases allow organizations to share important updates with their target audiences. As with any marketing and communications tactic, it’s important to understand the return on investment (ROI) for press release distribution.

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PR Perspectives on Effective Digital Marketing Strategies

Ronn Torossian

In today’s hyper-connected world, PR is no longer just about press releases and media events. People are swarmed with information left, right, and center, making it crucial for brands to foster authentic connections that are built on trust. This is where the power of digital marketing steps in, offering a dynamic range of tools to […] The post PR Perspectives on Effective Digital Marketing Strategies appeared first on.

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The Power of Media: How Traditional and Social Media Influence the US Electorate 

Onclusive

Discover the power of traditional and social media in impacting the US electorate. Onclusive’s deep dive into media influence.

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What Your PR Agency Won’t Tell You (But Maybe Should)

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

In PR, as in most businesses, transparency is a good thing. We preach it to our clients and put it in our company handbooks. So, when PR agencies in particular are called out for lying or covering up, it makes us all look bad. Last month I saw a report that the world’s largest PR firm Edelman Worldwide, after being criticized for representing fossil fuel interests, lied about working for the Koch Foundation.

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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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Planting Hope: A Journey From Prison to Purpose with Cheryl Armstrong

PR for Anyone

Cheryl Armstrong is a former inmate who through perseverance, dedication, and determination, has turned her life around after being incarcerated at the age of 16 and serving 26 years in prison before being released through a program that doesn’t allow minors to be sentenced to life in prison. She has a Master’s Degree in Humanities, Founded the Plant Your Energy organization – a company in pursuit of inspiring others in need, and authored a book titled, “ Plant Your Energy: Face Your Demo

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The Intersection of AI, Fake News, & Racial Bias | Business Wire Blog

Business Wire

In our webinar hosted with Black PR Wire, AI in the Black Community , a panel of experts discussed the role of artificial intelligence within several industries. Among the topics that sparked considerable interest were the implications of AI on misinformation and disinformation in journalism and how to combat racial bias.

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Board members with marketing experience improve shareholder returns by 3% [benchmark]

Sword and the Script

Just 2.6% of boards have directors with marketing experience, but 100% have directors with finance experience Companies that have board members with marketing experience outperform companies that do not. That’s the high-level finding of an academic study titled, When and How Does Board-Level Marketing Experience Impact Firm Performance ? More specifically, the research found: “A board with one marketing-experienced director is associated with a 3-percentage point increase in total shareholder re

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Bad Buzz or Major PR Crisis? How Sentiment Analysis Protects Brands

Onclusive

Use this sentiment analysis tool to improve crisis management and protect brand health. Get real-time alerts and track long-term changes.

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Top Ways To Lose An Industry Award in 2024

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

It might feel like 2024 has just started, but in the tech PR business , “awards season” has a way of creeping up on PR and marketing teams. It’s important decide early which achievements, leaders, and stories you want to highlight. Industry awards are an important part of a PR strategy, especially for B2B brands. An award is a stamp of approval from a trusted, authoritative source, and typically from a panel of judges who are respected industry figures.

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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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How to Introduce Public Relations Sustainability into Your Brand or PR Agency

Prowly

Your client is devoted to sustainability and follows the latest trends in corporate responsibility – and you have no idea how to bring those sustainable business practices into the spotlight. Or – the client doesn’t want to act sustainably, and you don’t know how to persuade him to incorporate it into strategy. Which of these […] The post How to Introduce Public Relations Sustainability into Your Brand or PR Agency appeared first on Prowly Blog.

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25 years of PRWeek Awards reflect massive change in PR industry

Steve Barrett on PR

Over 800 PR pros gathered at Cipriani Wall St. Thursday night to honor an industry that has evolved exponentially since the first ceremony in February 2000 and is truly demonstrating its value.

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7 ways to leverage geocoding for targeted public relations: A strategic approach

Agility PR Solutions

In 2022, the marketing segment dominated the global industry in location intelligence applications, accounting for over 20 percent of the overall revenue. This figure underscores the cutting-edge benefits of location intelligence in upscaling sales and marketing campaigns and predicting outcomes. Location intelligence involves visualizing and analyzing geospatial data.

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Ahead of the Academy Awards, Marketing Wisdom From the ‘Barbie’ Blockbuster

PRSay

The Barbie brand is a paradoxical symbol of imagination, comfort, sexism, objectification, feminism and conflicted cultural influence that has entranced and challenged children and adults alike for generations. The “Barbie” film is empowering women of all identities as they reclaim Barbie as a symbol of inclusivity. The movie, along with its promotional campaign, continues to show a growing impact on the collective empowerment of women.

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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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Hear Our Favorite Moments from Season 3 of Minds Worth Meeting

Stern + Associates

What do the geek takeover, rethinking economies, unparalleled resilience, appreciating nostalgia while understanding our past and ensuring recognition and dignity for all have in common? They’re just a few of the memorable lessons we learned this past season on our Minds Worth Meeting podcast. Join us as our hosts Whitney Jennings and Justin Louis take a look back at our favorite moments from Season 3.

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The pace of AI announcements in PR software slows [PR Tech Sum 52]

Sword and the Script

Propel rolls our new UX, AI plugins for email; Meltwater signs Microsoft for monitoring; Onclusive wrestles with a cyberattack and outage The last 60 days have been pretty slow in terms of news from the PR software vendor community. I skipped this monthly column in February because there wasn’t anything to write about. A similar quiet period occurred at the same time last year – between January and March.

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9 Digital Storytelling Examples You Should Know If You Work in PR

Prowly

We still get involved in great stories. We live characters’ lives, root for them during their journeys and development. And most of all – when they take up a challenge, fail and get back up. Now that is the secret sauce to lifting your PR campaign from simply good to terrific – digital storytelling. Sounds […] The post 9 Digital Storytelling Examples You Should Know If You Work in PR appeared first on Prowly Blog.

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Business must continue to do the right thing on social issues

Steve Barrett on PR

The economic situation has tightened in the past 12 months and the prevailing sentiment about so-called wokeness is more febrile. But as the economy improves, business should redouble efforts to engage all stakeholders.

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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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4 clever steps for repurposing your business insights into PR hooks

Agility PR Solutions

PR is all about increasing brand awareness and positioning your business as a credible voice within your industry, and in many ways, this relies on how you ‘hook’ your audience and journalists. Newsworthy content should be engaging, insightful, and spark emotion. That’s not to say you should be writing clickbait headlines just to get people […] The post 4 clever steps for repurposing your business insights into PR hooks appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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5 Benefits of Media Relations

Landis PR

By the Landis Team Photo courtesy of Pixabay Practical implementation of a media relations program is an art, not a science. After all, earned media isn’t transactional. The team at Landis is well-versed in understanding the benefits of a well-placed piece of content, but sometimes clients need a little more of an explanation on how this one tactic can move the needle on overall strategic communications.

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How to Tell Your Company’s Innovation Story

Stern + Associates

A compelling corporate innovation story represents a valuable opportunity to differentiate from competitors, educate investors, galvanize employees and attract prospective new talent. Your company may be a powerhouse of innovation, but getting that story told effectively requires a sound plan. Here’s a four-part, questions-based strategy for shaping and telling your company’s story in effective ways. 1.

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A Guide to the Proper Press Release Format for Events

PR Fuel

There is no better way to shine the spotlight on your company than through an event. Getting together influential people in a room and networking offers opportunities like no other. But don’t let all that event planning fall flat with a. Read More The post A Guide to the Proper Press Release Format for Events appeared first on eReleases.

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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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The Ultimate Guide to Press Release Tools – Top List for 2024

Prowly

They’ve gone through decades of evolution, but even in 2024, press releases are an important medium for communicating news stories and making sure your client’s brand gets noticed. And the great information (and curse) is – now there are more tools than ever that allow PR pros to create and distribute press releases! Yes, great, […] The post The Ultimate Guide to Press Release Tools – Top List for 2024 appeared first on Prowly Blog.

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The Data Behind Disney’s Success – A Q&A with Jessica Bundy

NewsWhip

When I think of Disney, I think of stories about heroes, villains, music, and happily ever after. Clearly, there is a successful strategy in place. And as October 1st marked the 50th anniversary of the Walt Disney World Resort, we wanted to check in with our friend Jessica Bundy, a leader in their research department of Consumer Insight, to learn more.

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Trendjacking for positive brand image: A guide to responsible participation

Agility PR Solutions

If you’ve spent some time online, you’ve probably witnessed many instances of trendjacking. Trendjacking can come in many forms. For example, when people are talking about an event like Thanksgiving, a grocery brand could invite their users to share their favorite or worst Thanksgiving memories involving one of its products. Or when one brand is […] The post Trendjacking for positive brand image: A guide to responsible participation appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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How Public Relations Can Build Trust in the Age of Cybersecurity

5W PR

In the world of ones and zeros, data is the true crown jewel, and cyber security is an ever-evolving field protecting it from threats. Understandably, most people tend to hang onto their precious personal information, and one slip-up can transform a devoted customer into an unseen phantom in the digital world. That’s where public relations helps, armed with a slick toolkit of words to construct bridges of trust amid this unrelenting storm.

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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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The Evolution of Earned Media: Navigating Change

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

With the so-called ‘collapse’ of major digital news outlets like Vice Media and BuzzFeed and the much-hyped decline of traditional news, then earned media no longer matters. Right? If you answered yes, you’d be wrong! Securing earned media is still the highest priority for most public relations professionals. Yes, it’s true that in today’s digital landscape, public relations professionals no longer rely on earned media alone.

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Press Release Distribution: 10 Tips for Success

PR Fuel

In the modern digital era, press releases are still an essential tool for businesses to communicate important news and updates to the media, customers, and stakeholders. As much as 1 out of 4 businesses publish more than 10 press releases each. Read More The post Press Release Distribution: 10 Tips for Success appeared first on eReleases.

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All You Need to Know About PR Packages: Examples, Ideas and Strategies

Prowly

It doesn’t matter whether you’re a big fan of influencers’ PR package unboxing videos. What matters is if your potential customers are (and the chance for this is beyond high). PR packages are a powerful tool for brands to build relationships and generate buzz. This article unveils everything you need to know about crafting impactful […] The post All You Need to Know About PR Packages: Examples, Ideas and Strategies appeared first on Prowly Blog.

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