Barokas

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

The rapid rate at which information is flows via social is probably why 2017 had some of the most epic PR fails of all time. So, let’s take a look at the top PR fails this year and what their internal PR tactic was for handling the situation – I think we all know where this is going to start…. PR Fail Level: No comment.

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Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Originally Published August 23, 2017; Updated August 9, 2021 ; Updated November 2023 PR is always evolving. Whether you’re a new PR assistant or the Director of Communications, the core of your job revolves around using news and content to put forth your brand’s desired messaging. How do you know what’s working?

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Deirdre Breakenridge

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

We were able to identify 6 management oriented roles associated with social media (social listening and analytics, online media relations, policy maker, employee recruiter, internal social media manager, and policing) and the specific duties those roles involve. Are you planning or working on any additional research studies in 2016 / 2017?

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PRSay

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Here are some highlights from three professional development sessions at the PRSA 2017 International Conference in Boston on Oct. 8–10: Breaking Misconceptions About Communicating With Rural Americans. 10, titled “ Rural Reach: Strategic Communication With Rural and Low Income Audiences.” Social media.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2017

And here we go…here are the benchmarks from 2017. Sixty-two percent of respondents answered that they planned to increase internal public relations staffing over the next five years and a full 75 percent said they planned to increase overall spending on PR over that same time period.”. 12) Emotion in crisis communications works.

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Stuart Bruce

JULY 23, 2017

The first page of Simply Measured’s The State of Social Media 2017 also has gobblydegook like “social media is a foundational marketing strategy”. No matter how good the customer service team is it would be ridiculous to expect them to handle social media for internal communications. Gif of seagull poo from Giphy.

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Stuart Bruce

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

Launched on International Women’s Day in March 2017 it was meant to symbolise the power of women in leadership. Simple, but essential questions to help prevent the need for crisis communications. If the Fearless Girl campaign had been given proper public relations oversight it should never have happened.

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Waxing UnLyrical

MARCH 28, 2017

The March #measurePR chat was the day following the 2017 recognition of International Women’s Day , so Shonali had some of the PR measurement world’s female superstars as her guests on the chat this month. Heidi Sullivan (@hksully) March 9, 2017. Angela Sinickas (@sinickasa) March 9, 2017. measurePR. — Perfect #measurePR.

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MaccaPR

JANUARY 17, 2017

From crisis communications counsel for scandal-plagued Ryan Lochte and the cause marketing insights of former General Mills CMO Mark Addicks to a behind-the-scenes look at agency BBDO’s Dinty Moore “Lumbersexual” campaign and tips for redesigning your company’s blog —the MaccaPR blog provided marketing and PR executives (like you!)

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Cision

NOVEMBER 3, 2016

But the free-for-all atmosphere of the Internet and encouragement for professionals to blur their social media and professional pursuits creates an interesting dynamic if not dilemma moving into 2017 and beyond. Better yet, adopt a “digital etiquette.”.

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Reputation Us

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Texas-Sized Crisis: 7 Steps to Communicating During a Disaster. Published : August 31, 2017 in the Credit Union Times. One of the best outcomes of thinking about a crisis before it happens is the chance to consider your credit union’s strategy in advance. In a crisis, communication is key. Step 7: LISTEN.

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Critical Mention

JANUARY 3, 2019

I would do so via a live satellite feed, providing insights, and sharing my experiences at international conferences from London to Shanghai. was returned in January 2017—making it a ten-year process through the US and UK criminal justice systems. Most of this happened in the U.S. When I was asked to speak outside of the U.S.,

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PRSay

OCTOBER 21, 2019

“There’s a real ripple effect in communications and how you tell a story,” said Acker, who moderated the crisis keynote panel on Sunday afternoon at the PRSA 2019 International Conference in San Diego. Keep it real and commit to using words that unite and lift people.”. We also need to tell the truth so we can heal.”.

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Shift Communications

SEPTEMBER 21, 2017

According to Cybersecurity Ventures , “Worldwide spending on cybersecurity products and services is predicted to eclipse $1 trillion for the five-year period from 2017 to 2021.” Consider just a handful of headlines from Techmeme the morning of September 18, 2017. Craft a 360-degree crisis communications plan.

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Reputation Us

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Whether you are trying to manage a sensitive internal matter or a potential fraud situation, or navigating a public scandal, understanding what you can do before and after the incident can help protect your valuable reputation. Follow Your Crisis Communications Plan.

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Solo PR Pro

JUNE 6, 2017

Last week, Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers partner, Mary Meeker released her 2017 internet trends report. Below are a few takeaways for communication professionals. Be prepared to mobilize your communications strategies. Internet Trends 2017 Report from Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers.

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Sword and the Script

JANUARY 21, 2017

She uses a series of case studies to illustrate the impact of monitoring and metric can have in shaping a crisis communications response: “Remember the Rutgers University debacle in 2013? Marketing Budgets, Planning and Benchmarks for 2017 [UML]. 2) Marketing Metrics: Garbage In; Garbage Out.

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Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 30, 2019

The report provides an international perspective on the challenges facing the PR business. A study called the Velvet Ghetto commissioned by the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) first called out the gender pay gap in the PR profession in 1986. Selling is only one outcome of working with influencers.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Clear and present AI “A renewed focus on and commitment to internal communications. Great leaders make clear and transparent communication a top priority. Leaders have to care about and communicate with their internal team just as much as their external audiences. When employees are informed, this leads to trust.

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MaccaPR

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

The sheer timing was remarkable, with the 4-foot-high statue arriving the night before International Women’s Day – not to mention the exquisite symbolic co-opting of the "Charging Bull," which Fortune called “a testosterone-charged symbol of Wall Street bravado.”. promoting a very different kind of bull!

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PR in High Definition

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Cast your mind back to 2017 when Uber’s founder Travis Kalanic’s argument with a driver was leaked – it cost him his job and a hit to his reputation. We’ve explored this crisis further in our Reputation Shapers guide that you can access here. It may seem unlikely, but these things have happened countless times before.

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PR Conversations

JULY 5, 2017

The 2017 European Communications Monitor report has been published recently detailing challenges facing strategic communicators in 50 countries. From social media management to crisis communications, content is king. Leading internal communications. My friends know that I work in public relations.

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PR Conversations

MAY 1, 2017

Catherine: We do a great deal to educate practitioners on the practical aspects of managing a crisis but rarely do you encounter a crisis plan which addresses the need for support for people involved with crisis communication. The language used in the workplace to address loss is another part of the puzzle.

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Journalistics

MARCH 18, 2016

These six topical themes included the following: Global, Local and Hyper-Local – how organizations can balance and manage social media communications and priorities across geographically-dispersed audiences. Crisis Communications – how to prepare for or manage crisis communications via social media.

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Journalistics

MARCH 18, 2016

These six topical themes included the following: Global, Local and Hyper-Local – how organizations can balance and manage social media communications and priorities across geographically-dispersed audiences. Crisis Communications – how to prepare for or manage crisis communications via social media.

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Prohibition

DECEMBER 17, 2021

When a crisis hits the news, we are reminded of a valuable lesson: that companies and businesses often have to act fast in order to prevent further damage from taking place. Crisis communications is an important aspect to tackle as a business owner. This guide is written to assist in every aspect of crisis communication.

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5W PR

AUGUST 29, 2018

The accident despoiled Gulf beaches from Florida to Texas and created a massive – and expensive – PR crisis for the international oil company. In 2017, BP had reached a turning point in the company’s recovery from the oil spill crisis.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 10, 2024

My prediction is therefore that we will see job cuts in comms departts and the need for PRs to showcase their value internally more than ever before. Priority goes to crisis comm and results-measurement On the heels of a busy year, we expect 2025 to be more focused. Bart Verhulst | Co-founder | Presspage 8.

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Presspage

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

Need Rescue 17611 Magnolia Circle, Richmond TX 77407 - 2 Adults 2 Children @CajunNavy2016 @USCG — Rockabye Baby Rental (@RockabyeAnnie) August 28, 2017 Countering misinformation However well-intentioned the social posts of people in distress and citizen journalists might be, sometimes they can be factually incorrect.

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Cision

APRIL 5, 2017

Breaking Down the State of the Media in 2017,” was a fascinating and discouraging examination of the lack of trust in the media. It’s important to know who you are, how your brand is differentiated, have a mission statement that is clear internally and externally. This is a badge to readers and there must be constant calibrations.

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PRSay

OCTOBER 11, 2024

A flurry of media requests Now that the spotlight was shining on our community, I found myself in the unwitting position to protect my community’s image from claims that these legal immigrants had ruined it and that our people were unwelcoming and hateful.

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