Deirdre Breakenridge

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

Gearing up for a productive fall means having the most efficient tools in your PR and communications toolbox. Here are nine resources (both free and paid tools) I’ve discovered that have the power to enhance your communications program in a variety of ways. Canva lets you experiment and be much more visual in your communications.

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Onclusive

JUNE 1, 2023

Before we dig into our list of ‘11 ways social listening will transform your communications strategy and performance’ first we need to answer the question: What is social listening? Once you’re armed with this information, you can craft your multi-stakeholder communications strategy accordingly.

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PRSay

JANUARY 13, 2021

As you think about your internal communications plans for 2021, you must first recognize the challenges and changes that occurred in 2020. Often, a communication audit is recommended before starting any major yearly planning. Here are the three steps you need to take to run a successful communications audit. The audience.

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Onclusive

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

Social media has fundamentally changed how people communicate in times of crisis. Just this month, victims of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma used social media to communicate with first responders, know where gas was available and follow emergency updates. Notifications from monitoring and measurement tools can help you with 24/7 coverage.

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PRSay

JULY 1, 2020

We all know it’s important to measure our PR campaigns. However, according to Muck Rack’s 2020 “State of PR Survey,” 64 percent of public relations pros still struggle with quantifiable measurement — a 1 percent improvement from last year’s findings. True behavior change doesn’t happen overnight,” Grant said.

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PRSay

APRIL 21, 2021

The importance of research, analysis and evaluation in the communications profession continues to grow due to the pace of change in the marketplace. Mark Weiner, a longtime PRSA member and the chief insights officer for Cognito, an international research-based communications consulting firm, is the report’s lead writer.

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Prowly

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Communication isnt just importantits everything. Yet, too many businesses overlook the one thing that keeps it all together: a communication plan. Improved team alignment When you define roles, responsibilities, and communication protocols, everyone is on the same page.

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Onclusive

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

In a recently published survey of Chief Communications Officers (CCOs) by Nasdaq, the majority of CCOs reported that they are now held accountable for marketing KPI such as website traffic, sales and lead conversions and content marketing. Digital communications attracts and engages customers: What is the New PR?

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Recent data shows that 54% of small businesses have experienced a crisis that threatened their survival, yet only 23% had a formal communication plan in place. This guide provides practical strategies for small business owners to build and execute crisis communication plans that work with limited resources.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Our job descriptions tells us what we’ll be responsible for in a given public relations or communications role, but we rarely reference the J.D. For the sake of creating a comprehensive list of all the tasks today’s PR and communications teams are responsible for, we’ve compiled a list of 20 responsibilities or areas of focus.

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Onclusive

JUNE 11, 2021

Key messages are the essence of what you wish to communicate, serving as the foundation of your communications strategy and giving it focus and control. International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW). They will discuss how to track the influence of your messaging on actions that relate to business growth. Webinar Speakers.

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Wadds Inc.

MARCH 29, 2024

Rachel Miller's new book Internal Communication Strategy offers a practical, step-by-step guide to organisational communication by developing a robust internal communication strategy. It’s not every book about internal communications that offers a revolution. The second, focuses on implementation.

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Cision

JULY 3, 2017

Why, is a three letter word that is often asked but more rarely measured against. This simple question is the basis of every great media campaign and as brand communicators, we need to ask it at every stage in the communications workflow. The post Why PR Should Measure by Outcomes appeared first on Cision.

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5W PR

JANUARY 30, 2025

What started as simple text announcements sent to newsrooms has morphed into rich, multimedia content pieces that serve multiple communication objectives. The Rise of Multimedia Press Releases Text-only press releases no longer meet modern communication needs. times more views than traditional text releases.

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Onclusive

MARCH 29, 2022

This week, we’re wrapping up our Demystifying PR Measurement blog series with a review of what to look for in a PR measurement solution and what questions to ask to find a partner that is right for your company and brand. The good news is that there is no need to figure out PR measurement on your own.

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Onclusive

JUNE 24, 2020

We will continue that discussion with three more strategies that we’ve seen modern communicators use. Seek internal experts. Your internal staff are the true experts on your company and your offerings, so don’t hesitate to recruit them to create material. Measure and improve. Owned media strategies are no exception.

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Onclusive

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Gone are the days when business success was measured solely by profitability. This puts communications and PR front and center as the stewards of corporate reputation. However, today there are many internal and external influencers that affect how companies and brands are perceived.

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Onclusive

MARCH 2, 2021

This is an industry-wide phenomenon and not simply limited to PR/Communications. In this blog, let’s explore the two biggest and heaviest cultural roadblocks (and the most common) on the path of data-driven journeys, specifically for PR/Communications, i.e., the earned media space.

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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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Presspage

JUNE 23, 2021

We work in an amazing field, but there are some tough challenges that communications departments face regularly. Internal communication flows It’s important to set up transparent information flows between team members. The communications team is using tools originally meant for marketers.

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Onclusive

DECEMBER 7, 2023

To effectively measure the impact of your campaigns, assess earned media coverage, and gain insights into content topics, you must rely on a range of PR metrics and data points. Now, there is no standard metric for PR. But, there is a common framework that can be applied to PR measurement and planning. This is the metric for you.

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Onclusive

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

This week, we’re wrapping up our blog series about building a perfect pitch with an overview of how to measure your success, optimize your strategy and nurture your media relationships for the long-term. The goal for PR campaign measurement is to understand how well your pitch is landing and how journalists are engaging with it.

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Onclusive

DECEMBER 6, 2019

PRNEWS Crisis and Measurement Summit. Spend two days mastering the latest and greatest in Communications Measurement. International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) World Conference . Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) International Conference. Dates: Feb 25 – 26, 2020.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Safety concerns in the toy industry demand immediate, transparent, and strategic communication. Building a Strong Safety Communication Framework The foundation of effective toy safety communication starts with establishing clear protocols before issues arise.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 10, 2021

Welcome back to our blog series about earned media strategy and measurement! This week, we’re focusing on one of the primary functions of communications and PR—producing impactful content that resonates with your brand’s key audiences. Elizabeth Barrett. VP Research, Gartner. Who is your audience?

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PRSay

JANUARY 29, 2025

With the new administration’s recent flurry of policy changes and announcements, professional communicators may feel we’re back in the statement era they may have experienced during previous White House transitions. Once you’ve determined that issuing a statement is appropriate, thoughtful communication is essential.

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Onclusive

JANUARY 14, 2021

Welcome back to our January blog series focused on “ The Executive’s Guide to Building and Leading an Impactful Communications Team ”! Building an impactful communications team. As an executive, you have the power to set up your communications team for success from the start. Outlining clear roles and responsibilities.

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Onclusive

JULY 7, 2021

All organizations communicate their vision and product value, but not all communications efforts are effective. Key messages are the essence of what you wish to communicate, serving as the foundation of your communications strategy and giving it focus and control. Measure how much. Your message matters.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

However, with a structured approach focused on transparency, communication, and meaningful change, businesses can recover and even emerge stronger. Effective Communication Strategies During a Crisis Clear and consistent communication is essential during a crisis.

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Onclusive

APRIL 27, 2020

This week, we conclude our April blog series focused on shifting to data-driven PR and communications with the last two steps in this important process. Data-driven insights from communications activity can also become important decision-making inputs for your marketing colleagues, your executive team, and your entire organization.

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Onclusive

MARCH 31, 2021

A communications crisis can be one of the most difficult situations in your career. Crisis preparedness, internal education and having the right tools can aid you before a crisis hits. Here are three steps for effective crisis communications management: 1. Have a crisis plan (not just ideas). No brand is immune.

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5W PR

JANUARY 26, 2025

The most successful brands recognize that surface-level gestures fall flat – real impact requires embedding social responsibility throughout their communications strategy. Successful D&I initiatives begin with examining internal practices and culture. This coordinated approach builds credibility and amplifies reach.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

DECEMBER 5, 2023

In the dynamic landscape of modern workplaces, effective internal communication is paramount. It serves as the lifeblood that fuels organizational synergy, promotes transparency, and provides a sense of community among employees. Inadequate technology can impede internal comms through several avenues.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 15, 2021

These goals should be both measurable and prioritized so that there is no misunderstanding. But how to measure outcomes? Most teams track key performance indicators (KPIs) to quantify, measure, and optimize their programs. Be sure to stay engaged and foster open communication for the best results.

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Onclusive

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Just having media monitoring in place is no longer sufficient for PR and communications success. We are the category leaders when it comes to local, national and international media monitoring: What makes Onclusive stand out from the pack? Media monitoring must be comprehensive.

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Onclusive

JANUARY 25, 2019

PR and content marketing are rapidly evolving with new access to data and insights, new methods of measurement and more channels to reach your audience than ever. International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) World Conference. Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) International Conference. PRWeek Awards.

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Onclusive

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Working with a PR agency can help you better understand your market, expand your network of valuable connections, bring in fresh ideas and extra resources, and, as a result, run a more successful communications operation. Setting goals aligned with communications objectives. Reporting structure (e.g. who and how often).

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