Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

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. Our job descriptions tell us what we’ll be responsible for in a given public relations or communications role, but we rarely reference the J.D.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 15, 2022

They should be able to deploy any of the communications tools at their disposal to get results. Your agency should be delivering measurable results for you that align with your KPIs and ROI. The agency is proactive and creative. The post 5 Ways To Tell If A PR Firm Is A Fit appeared first on Crenshaw Communications.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 24, 2022

We’ve toiled to measure the impact of strategic public relations, and to prove its outcomes are worth the investment. The fruits of a quality PR campaign aren’t always easily measurable or even obvious, but we’ve made great strides in demonstrating the power of good PR. .” Edelman under pressure.

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Cision

AUGUST 17, 2017

It might seem hard to believe, but many communicators are still using methods and techniques that date back to the 1970s. With communicators under increasing pressure to prove the value of their work, the industry urgently needs a fresh new approach. PR will always be a creative discipline.

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Onclusive

MARCH 17, 2021

In part one of this blog series, Sunita discussed the first cultural roadblock for PR/Communications’ Data-Driven Journeys – Lack of trust in a data management process and data analytics solution for PR/Communications earned media data domain. Why this roadblock shows up?

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PRSay

OCTOBER 11, 2019

The most effective PR pros agree measurement is more than impressions, and yet clients and leadership keep requesting those numbers anyway. How can we show stakeholders that taking PR measurement beyond impressions helps us better celebrate success — while also providing greater insight into what we can improve? Define your client(s).

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 1, 2019

.” But most PR agencies have become more sophisticated about goal-setting and measurement. Think “increase awareness among prospective customers by 20%” and make sure there’s a mechanism to measure it. But the best campaigns are fueled by creativity, yet informed by research. Insufficient research.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 28, 2020

Build your strategy with measurement and reporting in mind. Think of how you’ll be expected to measure and report success while creating your plan. PR professionals should work within their organization to define their expectations for measurement and success at the start of any program.

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PRSay

MARCH 29, 2022

But as PR and communications people, we often find ourselves putting out fires and working on the challenges du jour.” Just as we did when children, as professionals, “we have to give ourselves permission to be creative and to hear that muse.”. Farmer is CEO and founder of Anvil Ready, a PR and communications firm in Omaha, Neb.,

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PRSay

DECEMBER 12, 2024

For example, a $5,000 per person professional development budget could fund six months of one-on-one coaching, offering tailored support, lasting impact and measurable ROI. Clear objectives eliminate ambiguity, keeping you focused and making your accomplishments easier to measure and share. Set clear goals.

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Onclusive

MARCH 17, 2020

Traditional models of PR measurement no longer work (i.e. Digital has become intrinsic to the PR and communications landscape, and diversification is forcing measurement to become more innovative than ever. Both PR agencies and in-house communications professionals are struggling with this shift. A new approach.

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Onclusive

JANUARY 10, 2018

With the explosion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, an increased focus from the C-suite on business- and metrics-driven KPIs, and a new trend toward Growth PR , PR & content marketing measurement is changing – radically and rapidly. There is such wide disparity in measurement today.

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PR Conversations

JUNE 28, 2020

I used to follow Don’s blog, MetricsMan as he was one of the leading figures discussing measurement and evaluation at this time (along with Katie Delahaye Paine ). This image is shared via Creative Commons and credited to Spin Sucks. Instead emphasis was on use of digital tools.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 11, 2021

It’s like an unsung hero of the public relations world — not flashy or creative, but vital to a robust media placement schedule. Measure Performance. Having an editorial calendar can also help measure PR performance over the calendar year. What is an editorial calendar? That’s where a solid PR plan works hardest.

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

As public relations professionals, we know that PR measurement is essential to the success of our campaigns, budgets and client relationships. We attend webinars, dabble with Google Analytics and follow the latest blogs to learn how to move from traditional to relevant measurement. PR Measurement is Not One Size Fits All.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 9, 2018

Strong communication skills. It sounds like a no-brainer, but the truth is that communications people aren’t always excellent communicators. Creativity and imagination. The most creative idea in the world is worth very little to a brand if it can’t be justified. Specific metrics for success.

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PRSay

JANUARY 14, 2022

More than 50 years later, his words ring true as a map to become a better communicator in 2022. Teams must also devote time to communicating the need to increase fees and lower delivery speeds. Agencies must reevaluate success measurement with clients to better show value. Last year offered very few glory days.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

JULY 3, 2018

It may be summer, but #PRStudChat, sponsored by Spin Sucks, is focused on strategic communications all year round. In the spirit of learning, even when school is out, our community will gather for a Twitter chat on July 19th at 12:00 p.m. ET to discuss social media and getting into the strategic communications mindset.

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Cision

JUNE 1, 2015

Martin Kihn , research director at Gartner, says many communicators shoot first, then ask where to aim. Consider these six tips when implementing a PR measurement program: 1. It’s the only way to move PR measurement away from vanity metrics like AVE and impressions to ones with concrete value. Want to improve PR measurement?

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5W PR

OCTOBER 2, 2024

PR and content creation done by a creative agency can elevate brand awareness, foster engagement, and drive business objectives when strategically aligned. Effective communication with target audiences is crucial in a competitive landscape. This results in more creative and effective material that achieves desired outcomes.

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Wadds Inc.

OCTOBER 14, 2024

The shift to data-led practices in corporate communications is transformative. Our latest report for NewsWhip - Intuition versus Insight: Digital transformation and the corporate communications function - is a study of the digital transformation of corporate communications. It is also inevitable.

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Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

According to our most recent report on the State of Digital PR , the problem is measuring impact. There are many ways to measure digital PR impact. So, in this post, I will show you everything that digital PR touches, what to focus on when measuring impact, when to use each metric, and why. Backlinks Why? Lets dig into that.

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PRSay

MARCH 11, 2019

In their annual analysis of trends in business and communications, the10company sees 2019 as a year of influence for employees and consumers. This] is the year of power to the people,” says Valerie Di Maria, principal of the communications and marketing firm. Brands are beginning to over-rely on data and measurement.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

PR professionals now track, measure, and analyze campaign performance with precision that would have seemed impossible just a decade ago. The rise of sophisticated analytics tools has created new opportunities to understand audience behavior, measure media impact, and prove ROI.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 15, 2021

While these are all excellent measures of a solution’s effectiveness, judges tend to value metrics like ROI and ROAS (return on ad spend) the most. Get creative with solutions. Case study writers should be sure to accentuate any creativity or innovation used to achieve the user’s goals.

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Onclusive

MARCH 17, 2020

Traditional models of PR measurement no longer work (i.e. Digital has become intrinsic to the PR and communications landscape, and diversification is forcing measurement to become more innovative than ever. Both PR agencies and in-house communications professionals are struggling with this shift. A new approach.

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Onclusive

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Each year, more than $30 billion is invested in corporate communications, publicity and public relations. However, the challenge with the communications industry has always been the lack of credible metrics, much less the ability to measure how these investments map to quantifiable business outcomes. Responsibilities.

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5W PR

JANUARY 21, 2025

Creative Freedom Within Guidelines Micro-influencers build trust through their unique voices and perspectives. Provide clear campaign objectives and requirements, but allow creative freedom in execution. Most importantly, verify that the influencer’s niche expertise and brand values align naturally with your own.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Some marketing and communications predictions suggest AI will change the world; others see a tailspin of noise and and see humanity as a path for differentiation Most marketing and PR professionals have formed strong viewpoints on AI. That much is apparent I compiled this year’s list of marketing and communications predictions.

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Onclusive

JANUARY 16, 2019

Marketing and Communications are converging as PR has evolved radically over the last decade. Data science and digital media are transforming the way companies tell stories and how they measure success. Here are five key takeaways from the conference to kick off your 2019 communications and marketing strategy: 1.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 29, 2020

Today, brand communications is much more of a two-way street. In a depressed economy, a business that maintains marketing and communications will bounce back more quickly than one that cuts its budgets. Customer communication has never been more important. In an uncertain situation, communication matters.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The campaign centered on how LEGO has been a constant source of creative expression across generations. Communicating Safety Standards Successful toy companies maintain transparent communication about their safety testing processes and certifications.

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Prowly

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

A public relations (PR) campaign is an orchestrated series of strategic communication efforts designed to achieve specific objectives. This is where having a brand book and a communication plan comes in handy as you'll have the foundations ready before each campaign. Measure against your KPIs to assess effectiveness.

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 17, 2021

88% of PR pros say creativity is more important in the era of Covid. I’ve spent the past few weeks breaking down the survey results from the 2021 JOTW Strategic Communications Survey ( overview , challenges and the media relations struggle ). PR places a premium on creativity in Covid era. We didn’t get here through convention.

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Onclusive

MARCH 23, 2020

We know that any complex modeling can be as confusing as it is beneficial, so if you need some assistance wading through the options that can best help you understand the value of PR and communication in your firm, reach out to a trusted expert on the topic. This is the only way to provide a unified and accurate measurement.

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Cision

AUGUST 29, 2015

Podcasts like “Serial” have proven how hosts can effectively engage with an audience, and communicators are starting to look at this growing medium in a new light. Downloads is one of the few numbers podcasters keep tabs on, but it shouldn’t be the end-all be-all of your measurement strategy. Downloads & Listeners.

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5W PR

JANUARY 26, 2025

At 5WPR, we’ve seen firsthand how AI tools transform traditional PR practices into data-driven, real-time operations that deliver measurable results. This shift represents a fundamental change in how PR professionals work, allowing them to focus on strategy and creativity while AI handles time-consuming tactical tasks.

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