ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 17, 2022

At times PR agencies run afoul of ethical standards by trafficking in false or misleading information, hiding conflicts of interest, or working with a lack of transparency. My view is that good PR people can ethically represent bad clients – but only if they’re doing so in an effort to change or redeem the harm done.

Ethics 182

Ethics Reputation Corporate Industry 182

5W PR

JANUARY 6, 2025

A new wave of distilleries is emerging, driven by a commitment to sustainability and ethical practices. These forward-thinking brands are not only crafting exceptional spirits but also redefining the industry’s relationship with the environment and society by working with an alcohol marketing agency that employs the best strategies.

Transportation 78

Transportation Branding Brand Chemicals 78

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 11, 2023

It involves capitalizing on current events and trending news stories to promote or offer comment from a brand, product, or service. A swift and reactive response to news lets brands insert themselves into ongoing conversations, offering timely and relevant insights. Mishandled timing or execution can damage a brand’s image.

Branding 323

Branding Brand eBook Advertising 323

Agility PR Solutions

MARCH 20, 2019

CEOs are deepening their engagement in the areas of ethics, values, trust and transparency, according to new research on the marketing and communications practices of leading companies from EthicOne and the Ethisphere Institute.

Ethics 145

Ethics Corporate Branding Brand 145

Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Do I also find their popularity ethically dubious in the face of our ever-growing consumer waste? Client testimonials are a fantastic way to make use of UGC for B2B brands, especially when they can be framed in a solutions-oriented light. What tools can brands use to source user-generated content effectively? The result?

B2B 99

B2B Brand Branding Case Study 99

Agility PR Solutions

AUGUST 9, 2021

brands and retailers will be dealing with the collateral damage of the pandemic for some time—and in many ways, as a permanent part of the new normal. The post Consumers unmasked: New study reveals key buying triggers, as brand ethics become critical appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

Ethics 147

Ethics Study Consumer Branding 147

Cision

MAY 3, 2017

Journalists are still trusted, but believe that the public trusts them less due to the subversive censorship tactics of special interest groups, the inflamed political climate and brands that aren’t totally honest in their PR practices. Without free press, there will be no avenue for brands to tell their story.

Branding 253

Branding Brand Government Ethics 253

PRSay

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Each September, PRSA celebrates Ethics Month, featuring programs presented by the PRSA Board of Ethics and Professional Standards (BEPS). Please join the discussion via #PRSAChat and #EthicsMonth, and follow along with our ethics-related blog posts, webinars and Twitter chats throughout the month.

Ethics 158

Ethics Banking Pitching Analysis 158

5W PR

JANUARY 10, 2025

Driven by a growing global consciousness about environmental and social issues, sustainability is emerging as a key driver of innovation and brand differentiation. As consumers become increasingly discerning, they are seeking out brands that align with their values and prioritize ethical practices.

Brand 78

Brand Branding Agriculture Chemicals 78

5W PR

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Whether the issue stems from a product failure, a public relations misstep, or an ethical controversy, the damage to a brands reputation can be significant. This guide outlines key steps to restoring trust and rebuilding a brands reputation through crisis management and PR.

Crisis 78

Crisis Branding Brand Case Study 78

5W PR

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Social media has fundamentally changed how brands face public scrutiny and criticism. PR professionals now operate in an environment where public opinion shifts rapidly, and social movements can mobilize massive audiences against brands perceived to have crossed ethical lines.

Reputation 78

Reputation Brand Branding Crisis 78

5W PR

JANUARY 20, 2025

They can identify subtle shifts in public opinion, track brand mentions across different languages, and measure the emotional impact of communications. This level of analysis helps PR teams understand not just what people are saying, but how they feel about specific messages or brands.

Analytics 146

Analytics Strategy System Ethics 146

5W PR

JANUARY 18, 2025

A public relations crisis can strike any organization at any time, threatening to erode hard-earned trust, damage its brand reputation, and even jeopardize its very existence. Reinforce the organization’s dedication to quality, customer satisfaction, and ethical business practices. Rebuilding trust takes time and effort.

Crisis 78

Crisis Branding Brand How To 78

Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

When you decide to advise, partner, collaborate, or join forces with another organization, their brand automatically becomes an extension of your own. However, it can takes years to build a strong brand in the market and a matter of minutes to damage a reputation. Does the brand align with my ethics and values?

Reputation 195

Reputation Brand Branding Ethics 195

Flack's Revenge

AUGUST 6, 2019

Should brands take a stand? So, what’s a brand (and their top execs) to do? Fence-sitters might alienate those who want to know the brand’s political and social colors. The ensuing narrative has been that “taking a stand is no longer an option for brands.” Should CEOs speak out on social, civil and political issues?

Corporate 198

Corporate Branding Brand Agriculture 198

Agility PR Solutions

AUGUST 8, 2024

The future of a brand is dependent on its transparency and commitment to social responsibility and ethical behaviors. To reach new customers and gain the trust and loyalty of existing customers, brands must evolve and adapt their storytelling practices to reflect these values.

Ethics 101

Ethics Storytelling Examples Writing 101

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Businesses are increasingly viewed as more ethical and competent than government, media and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Business is ethical and competent. According to the survey, business was the only institution that respondents classified as both ethical and competent. click image for higher resolution).

Government 152

Government Survey Ethics Media 152

Melissa Agnes

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

Unfortunately, in my experience, most professionals don’t think about their professional brand , how well it represents them, and how strong it is within the search engine result pages, until it’s too late. How well do those findings represent you and the brand that you represent? Monitoring your personal brand. Google you.

Branding 234

Branding Brand Reputation Crisis 234

Onclusive

AUGUST 30, 2023

But the task of building and maintaining a lasting brand value is a t ricky one, requiring careful strategy and dedicated execution. In this blog, we’ll outline clear tactics you can implement to build brand value by building stronger brand awareness, protecting your brand, and increasing your brand reputation.

Brand 195

Brand Branding How To Reputation 195

Agility PR Solutions

JUNE 23, 2024

In the contemporary digital age, ethical marketing is an imperative aspect of brand identity and consumer engagement. Ethical marketing refers to conducting business operations and promotional activities while upholding morality, transparency, and social responsibility principles.

Ethics 106

Ethics Tools Trends Strategy 106

5W PR

JANUARY 12, 2025

This consumer-driven trend prioritizes products that are free from harmful chemicals, made with natural or organic ingredients, and produced sustainably and ethically. Brands often highlight the use of plant-based and sustainably sourced ingredients. Brands must be upfront about ingredients, sourcing, and manufacturing processes.

Consumer 78

Consumer Chemicals Marketing Ethics 78

Prowly

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Ever heard of a brand launching a new product only to fail in generating sales? While great brand recognition is key, it doesn't always result in the kind of buzz stakeholders and clients expect. And oftentimes, it's the lack of an effective brand research strategy. TRY PROWLY FOR FREE What is brand research? The result?

Examples 104

Examples Brand Branding How To 104

Agility PR Solutions

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Even before AI gobbled up business leaders’ priority lists, data security and privacy were pressing problems for many brands and companies, and the wunderkind new tech has only made privacy shortfalls more dangerous—and consumers are paying attention.

Privacy 113

Privacy Ethics Data Consumer 113

5W PR

DECEMBER 12, 2024

They seek genuine connections with brands that align with their values and resonate with their personal experiences. This shift towards authenticity has compelled beauty brands to rethink their marketing strategies and prioritize transparency, inclusivity, emotional connection, and working with good beauty marketing agencies.

Marketing 78

Marketing Ethics Consumer Advertising 78

Agility PR Solutions

MARCH 2, 2025

Brand reputation management has become increasingly important since social media’s arrival. Maintaining a positive brand image in the digital age requires a strategic approach that aligns with ethical branding practices and resonates with your audience.

Ethics 96

Ethics Media Reputation Social Media 96

The Proactive Report

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Brand Awareness and Visibility In the digital age building brand awareness depends to a large degree on brand visibility. If your brand is not found online, your content and messaging is not seen by the people you want to engage with. What is the difference between brand affinity and trust?

Brand 130

Brand Branding Ethics Engineering 130

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 18, 2020

I think I could make a case arguing the ethics either way. PR Ethics of Communicating a Point of View As with many of the questions on this survey, we offered an optional open-ended comment field asking “why?” Communicators are “always” accurate and truthful: Business ethics. “If Accurate and Truthful? Give our services a try.

Ethics 121

Ethics Communications Survey Corporate 121

Onclusive

APRIL 4, 2023

Today, corporate reputation is directly impacted by and intertwined with a CEO’s personal brand. Particularly for CEOs of the world’s largest companies who’ve become brands in their own right and live life under the media spotlight. We’ve all seen how a CEO with a big brand can become the face of an organization.

Corporate 195

Corporate Reputation Brand Branding 195

5W PR

DECEMBER 21, 2024

Beauty brands are increasingly turning to community-building strategies to foster these connections and cultivate a dedicated following. By prioritizing authenticity, engagement, community building, loyalty programs, and social impact, beauty brands can create a powerful and lasting connection with their customers.

Community 78

Community Marketing Ethics Consumer 78

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JANUARY 30, 2024

Boeing: Brand crises abound in January, and perhaps no one knows this better than the world’s largest aerospace company, Boeing. The brand explained precisely how its teams had gone about investigating the incident, including looking for patterns in the data, and made it clear they were ready to act if they did find an issue.”

Ethics 97

Ethics Crisis Transportation Airlines 97

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 24, 2022

Earned media builds brand credibility. That’s where B2B brands have an opportunity to educate their market. For B2B brands, expertise counts. For many of the B2B brands we represent we set up expert discussion panels that join a top client executive with other industry figures to explore trends and current issues.

B2B 170

B2B Brand Branding Education 170

5W PR

DECEMBER 6, 2024

While these restrictions aim to protect public health and promote responsible consumption, they can also pose significant challenges for brands seeking to create impactful campaigns. Brands must carefully consider their target audience and ensure that their advertising efforts align with ethical and legal guidelines.

Advertising 78

Advertising Advertising Ethics Local 78

Ethical Voices

DECEMBER 1, 2022

One thing that hasn’t changed is the plethora of ethics issues. Is Keurig the Payments Ethics Grinch ? – This is predatory a best, playing on some agencies’ desire to have a big brand name. Personally, if the details are accurate, I see it as violating the Fairness value of PRSA’s code of ethics. Really??? .

Ethics 88

Ethics Interviews Study Twitter 88

Mindful Marketing

APRIL 8, 2023

Most of us have heard of at least some ethical infractions attributed to AI that range from the art tool Midjourney slyly outfitting Pope Francis in a longline white puffer coat to complaints that an uncensored chatbot continually offends human decency. However, not everyone agrees that an AI pause is necessary.

Ethics 94

Ethics Pitching Privacy Technology 94

Mindful Marketing

DECEMBER 18, 2022

.” Unfortunately, that’s the image that many people now associate with the luxury brand Balenciaga. ” Severe backlash against the brand has included stinging social media posts and celebrity condemnations. It’s best to nib potential ethical offenses in the bud. Here are four strategies that can help: 1.

Advertising 88

Advertising Advertising Ethics Fashion 88

Agility PR Solutions

JUNE 10, 2024

Environmentally conscious consumerism is the driving force behind branding choices for many major businesses—even those that are not directly working within a sector that’s related to ecological issues and ethical considerations. Because of this, managing a company’s reputation through actively conscientious practices is wise.

Reputation 117

Reputation Brand Branding Ethics 117

Ethical Voices

JANUARY 26, 2023

I sure picked a good week to restart the This Week in PR Ethics this year. Everywhere you turn there is an ethics discussion. M&M ethics – This story has blown up over the past few days. What are the ethics considerations of mascots, brand ambassadors, and cartoon characters. Did I mention ChatGPT?

Ethics 95

Ethics Case Study Web Technology 95