ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 23, 2021

As we turn the page on the year, it’s time to look at the trends that affect PR and marketing communications. Purpose and values-based communications will become an essential part of the marketing toolbox. It makes for treacherous territory for brands that need to assert their values but good news for communicators who can help.

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Communications Conversations

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Last week I had my first experience with a post of mine “going viral” on LinkedIn. And, I’d say 99% of them had nothing to do with digital or social media marketing. These people could connect me to other who DO work in marketing and communications. The funny thing is it was a complete throwaway post.

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Communications Conversations

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

By now, you’ve undoubtedly heard of the viral Ocean Spray TikTok moment. The viral moment spawned tens of thousands of copycats (including one from Mick Fleetwood) and online visibility Ocean Spray only dared dream of. All in all, Ocean Spray handled its viral moment quite well. They reacted like a socially-savvy company.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 4, 2022

Yes, social media pushback can be constructive, yet it often spins out of control. But the joke infuriated many TikTok users, including our very own Chris Harihar, whose tweet went viral. To its credit, the social media manager for Duolingo posted a heartfelt apology. Don’t over-delegate social content.

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Cision

JUNE 29, 2017

While technology continues changing every industry I can think of, many communications and public relations professionals hold tight to the more poetic side of storytelling. The truth is PR and communications professionals are more tech-savvy than ever. Is there an emotional response it invites on social media?

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Agility PR Solutions

JULY 18, 2023

Social media trends move at light speed, and keeping up with the best engagement practices at any given moment can be the difference between digital campaign virality and vanquishment—and social media video is all the rage right now, according to new research from customer engagement platform Emplifi, which provides marketers and communicators with (..)

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Cision

APRIL 4, 2016

If you’re like me, you probably greet articles about content virality with a healthy dose of skepticism. Of course anyone writing content or posting on social media hopes for the largest possible distribution, but the articles that purport to tell you how to make content go viral are oftentimes less useful than they intend to be.

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Shift Communications

OCTOBER 1, 2014

When it comes to social media, the landscape today is more cluttered than a hoarder’s bedroom. Thanks to social media, a little creativity can go a long way. The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge went viral and helped raise both awareness and more than $100 million dollars for the rare disease. Offer Simple Asks.

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

Although sometimes applied pejoratively, the validity of news shared on social media is a concern for nearly everyone. A recent Pew survey found that only 11 percent of Americans completely trust the news that they read on social media. Social Media is Speedy, And This Causes a Problem.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

False narratives spread at lightning speed across social media platforms, reaching millions before facts catch up. For brands, the stakes couldn’t be higher consumer trust , once lost to viral falsehoods, proves difficult to rebuild. Social media amplifies these challenges. Recent data shows that 63% of U.S.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 14, 2020

But it does encourage participants to share their signs on social media, resulting in thousands of views and engaging local communities. Social media has been a tad depressing lately, with many expressing anxiety or sharing losses due to the pandemic. Talk about raising community spirits! I hope she shared.

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PRSay

JANUARY 6, 2021

During the pandemic, economic crisis, racial tensions and partisan arguments that have marked 2020, we have started communicating differently. In fact, according to Dr. Vincent Covello of the Center for Risk Communication, stress can decrease people’s ability to process information by up to 80 percent. Our brains on stress.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 26, 2019

Public relations teams and their agencies typically want to advise a CEO directly, and we routinely urge leaders to build a public profile through social media and high-level content. It’s good news that corporate leaders are starting to appreciate the power of social media, but progress has been slow.

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Cision

DECEMBER 4, 2017

Social media offers unique marketing and PR opportunities. As much as social media followers love to praise your brand, they won’t hesitate to criticize your actions if they have a good reason. Read on for three tips to turn a social media crisis into a PR win. Address The Issue Clearly And Quickly.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 6, 2021

And today’s digital media environment, which makes building virality easier than it has been in the past, also comes into play. That’s one reason why Vaynerchuk, who transformed from a social-media wine expert to a business leader after the 2008 downturn, achieved such startling success. How does that happen?

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NewsWhip

OCTOBER 30, 2024

As media teams search for a new social listening tool, here’s what years of product development in the social listening space has taught me: The social media landscape has changed — you need a versatile tool that adapts It’s not just about Facebook and X anymore. This is where custom alerts and digests come in.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Any crisis situation, loosely defined as a circumstance likely to negatively impact reputation, calls for an all-hands-on-deck response that integrates paid, owned and earned media to meet the moment. The post 7 Occasions When PR And Marketing Must Work Together appeared first on Crenshaw Communications. A milestone event.

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PRSay

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

28 during PRSA’s virtual annual conference — “ Strategic Communications: Navigating a World Disrupted ” — Jankowicz discussed the differences between disinformation and misinformation, how PR professionals can credibly communicate complex issues to the public and why we should all be wary of information that manipulates our emotions.

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NewsWhip

MAY 10, 2018

We look at the data to see what types of websites saw the most engagement on Facebook in April 2018, and contrast that with the stories that tend to go viral on the platform. The post What goes viral on Facebook? In our recent analysis of the sites that are seeing the most attention on Facebook in April 2018, there were a […].

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HMA Public Relations

JUNE 26, 2019

It seems not a day goes by that a viral video is making the news. Abbie gives her expert insight on how to handle crisis communications in the social media age. The post Crisis Communications in the Social Media Age appeared first on HMA Public Relations.

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The Proactive Report

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Communication is where it all begins. How you communicate, both with the public, and internally within your company or organization, dictates how successful you will be in whatever venture you embark upon. If you communicate properly, you will reap the benefits and see growth over time. Why is communication so important?

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PRSay

FEBRUARY 24, 2017

That’s why presenting campaign results to executives may be a communicator’s most essential skill. It’s also a skill the communications team at Southwest Airlines has mastered. Here are three insider tips for using dashboards and data to inform and impress top leaders: “Socialize” your dashboard.

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Prohibition

JANUARY 17, 2022

Social media is an increasingly important element in a successful crisis management approach. With the recent increase in the use of social media in crisis situations, organisations across all sectors need to understand the benefits of incorporating it into their crisis plan. What is Crisis Management?

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Melissa Agnes

FEBRUARY 24, 2015

Part 1: Debunking the Unpredictability of Social Media and the Digital Landscape. Social media’s impact on crisis doesn’t just exist for organizational crises or emergencies such as natural disasters. World leaders are currently fighting in a war of ideas where social media plays a threatening role.

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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.

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Communications Conversations

MAY 29, 2019

Last week, Hootsuite’s Ryan Holmes wrote an outstanding piece about how the rules of social media marketing have changed. While Holmes talked about how we’re in the midst of transitioning to a post-social-media landscape, I envision another stark trend: The comeback of community. First, go back to 2010.

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Melissa Agnes

AUGUST 29, 2014

Emory’s Excellent Crisis Communication on Facebook. Does Common Sense On Social Media Come With Age? Melissa Agnes to Conduct Crisis Management Workshop at the GCC Government Social Media Summit in Dubai. Social Media for Healthcare: What’s The Potential? Social Media and the ‘Spiral of Silence’.

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Cision

AUGUST 26, 2015

As Cision’s social media manager, I use top 50 and top 100 lists for three purposes: To follow individuals who will help me stay in the loop when new trends and statistics emerge within my industry. Every year, Cision creates a list of the top 50 social media influencers on Twitter. ” https://t.co/XuswAAsGAo.

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Waxing UnLyrical

APRIL 30, 2013

I am a social media advocate. I love the collaborative energy, thoughts and community. But I hate the ugly side of social media sharing; especially when kids are involved. The image went viral. Social media by definition is a space where people share ideas and information. No harm intended.

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NewsWhip

DECEMBER 2, 2024

By capturing these distinct engagement peaks in real time, Timeline provides a clear picture of how the story played out – from its subdued media launch to the viral moments driven by conversations on X. These enhancements reflect the growing influence of social media as a primary driver of public narratives.

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Cision

OCTOBER 15, 2015

Ninety percent of brands have a presence on social media, but only 37 percent are listening closely to what their audiences are saying. You can easily steer your brand towards success by implementing social media listening. Social media has sped up the way we communicate, including how we write.

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Cision

AUGUST 1, 2016

Virality is a fascinating pursuit, but doesn’t deliver the consistent attention that we need to accomplish our everyday objectives. Because of this, communication and marketing professionals have largely come to the conclusion that social promotion is paid promotion. Attention is finite and our need for attention is not.

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Waxing UnLyrical

APRIL 23, 2013

I have a confession to make: I’m not 100% in love with social media. Don’t get me wrong, social media. I love the way you are able to communicate so quickly, so fluidly, so… seamlessly. Using social media to lie is unfortunately easy. The quote went viral, thus crediting the tweeter.

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Remote PR Jobs

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Social media and PR are no longer separate entities, but rather building blocks that work together to produce stellar results. Specifically, social media can help you craft a PR campaign that will grow your brand awareness and help you stay competitive in the industry. 1 Social Media Allows you to Easily Track Results.

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PRSay

OCTOBER 25, 2017

8–10: Breaking Misconceptions About Communicating With Rural Americans. When PR professionals target people in poor, rural communities, relying on stereotypes and misconceptions often hinders their campaigns, said Deana Rachelle Haworth, M.A., 10, titled “ Rural Reach: Strategic Communication With Rural and Low Income Audiences.”

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Communications Conversations

APRIL 20, 2018

Social media and communications professional. Just a few of the terms I’d use to describe this month’s Social Media Rock Star: Kendall Bird. I am the social media manager at Collegis Education , and report through the Public Relations/Communications department of the company.

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Remote PR Jobs

JULY 11, 2024

Their social media draws a perfect line of self-deprecation, transparency and authenticity. Their brand voice remains true to themselves, complete with a viral-worthy, hysterical online edge. This will ensure that all external communication aligns with the chosen brand voice. They know what they are and they own it.

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