Cision

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

Insights provided by the agency practitioner client-side include the importance of mobile, from both a creative and business standpoint. With increased competition arrives extra scrutiny as to those companies practicing internally what they promote and sell externally as a service or product. Search dominates.

Creativity 120

Creativity SEO Mobile Journalism 120

Buzzstream

MAY 2, 2024

Resources Mentioned: Glenn Allsopp’s article on who controls search Cyrus Shepard’s Study on Internal Linking Nate’s LinkedIn Nate’s Twitter Main Takeaways 1. Internal linking is one of the least appreciated jobs in SEO. You don’t want to use the exact same anchor text on every internal link.

Internal 118

Internal International Insurance Insurance 118

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 12, 2018

Often company execs become very enthusiastic about adding PR to its marketing mix but then find they haven’t the resources or the staffing to maximize outcomes. A PR program operates best when the client has tasked an internal manager for the work, and all parties agree on what the agency needs to succeed. No laurel-resting here!

Publicity 256

Publicity Branding Brand Storytelling 256

Deirdre Breakenridge

OCTOBER 16, 2014

However, I managed to share three big trends along with three new practices for PR professionals in an Expert Express Talk at the PRSA International Conference in Washington, DC ( #PRSAICON ). Understanding diverse environments internally and externally. One of my best examples is from the early days of my career when I was an intern.

Big Data 250

Big Data Data Education Internal 250

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 29, 2019

In this case, “he” was the head of human resources (HR) – which was heavily focused on recruiting – and I took evasive action. I began to realize there are many good reasons for PR and HR to work together beyond internal communications. To that end, here are a few creative PR ideas to help the recruiting shop out.

Resources 76

Resources Creativity Publicity Local 76

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 17, 2021

88% of PR pros say creativity is more important in the era of Covid. PR places a premium on creativity in Covid era. Nearly nine in 10 (88%) to the Creativity in PR study “believe creativity will be either ‘extremely’ or ‘very’ important to business recovery post-Covid.”

Creativity 95

Creativity Study Ethics Publicity 95

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 23, 2022

The list will not only be an educational resource for the agency team, but it can spark thoughts about “out of the norm” assets that have been overlooked in the past. Moreover, it allows agency teams to expand their knowledge around particular categories that lead to creative pitch ideas. Do a deep dive. Use your proposal as a guide.

Agency 310

Agency Meeting B2B Conference 310

Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 8, 2017

Creativity, multi-disciplinary/integrated communications, reputation and specialized expertise were priorities in agency search. First, let’s discuss creativity. Creative brains and digital brawn are a winning combination. Content and social media capabilities followed close behind. With 5,000 U.S.

Agency 223

Agency Survey Social Media SEO 223

Waxing UnLyrical

MARCH 26, 2012

One of the most fun projects I’ve worked on recently was Oxfam America’s (OA) International Women’s Day (IWD) 2012 campaign. There was a strong correlation between the publishing of the blog posts and search traffic via keywords such as “international women’s day ecards,” “women’s day ecard,” and so on. The project.

Case Study 105

Case Study Internal International Study 105

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 24, 2018

The great Brian Solis, who I had the pleasure of seeing live in 2013 as keynote speaker at the PRSA’s International Conference, recently published this article on LinkedIn about creative storytelling. ” So not only do we have to be creative, but we also must prove our value – each and every time. (Oh,

Creativity 101

Creativity Storytelling LinkedIn System 101

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

A resource for high-level storytelling In technical industry sectors like B2B and ad tech/martech, it’s not always easy for an internal team to recognize the bigger story. An extension of internal PR and communications As a practical issue, many companies are restricted when it comes to head count.

Leadership 182

Leadership Reputation Internal International 182

Cision

AUGUST 10, 2017

There are always last minute curve balls, but if you can get ahead of them with proactive and creative thinking, it cuts out a lot of the stress and keeps the process fun! I always try to keep everything in perspective and utilize the resources I have around me to course correct. Have you ever had to deal with a major brand crisis?

Energy 212

Energy Creativity Social Media Industry 212

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

That isn’t true; earned media is generated by hard work, research, and creativity. Inadequate resources. Another key ingredient to PR success is a real commitment backed by necessary resources, both financial and human. Unrealistic expectations. Most importantly, it’s a cooperative effort.

Pitching 205

Pitching Agency Internal International 205

Communications Conversations

OCTOBER 14, 2014

But the marketers are often busy planning and managing agency resources. And companies start looking for answers and resources. Training existing resources to handle content development requires significantly less ramp-up time than it would for an agency or solo. Quick access to internal subject matter experts.

Agency 133

Agency Resources Employee Internal 133

PRSay

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Creative PR, media and internal communicators are qualified to create campaigns based on acts of kindness; communications that go deeper into the human heart. But I will bet my reputation that the campaign will work if you pull in colleagues from HR, marketing, your creative agency and any others who come to mind.

Employee 156

Employee Crisis Reputation Creativity 156

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 11, 2020

For B2B clients like those we represent, it can include the topics and suggested resources for bylined articles, blog posts, social media posts, digital video, and longer-form content like white papers, among other elements. Refresh with formal creative sessions. In PR , a content calendar is a key part of any public relations plan.

How To 259

How To Social Media Product Launch Construction 259

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

And because data stored in the cloud is accessible at any time regardless of location, it’s a key resource for enabling seamless customer experiences. There are real opportunities for hybrid providers to promote their advantages through creative storytelling. Privacy concerns drive open source cloud.

Trends 182

Trends Privacy Technology Data 182

Stephen Waddington

JANUARY 15, 2020

There were some clear misses in my original essay: social media activism, internal communications, storytelling and professionalism in PR. The resurgence of internal communications Internal communications is one of the hottest areas of contemporary PR. I’ve developed each of these themes below. It is enjoying significant growth.

Storytelling 78

Storytelling Social Media Internal International 78

Cision

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

When you invite internal and external subject matter experts to contribute to your content marketing program, it’s important to have guidelines for them to follow. Think of your content contributor guide as a map for creatives to follow. Think of your content contributor guide as a map for creatives to follow. Grammar Tips.

How To 177

How To Guidelines Content Marketing Video 177

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 18, 2022

The same is true for internal PR or communications teams as they begin a new campaign. The team should consider tapping friendly editors to see what they’re working on and how the client or stakeholders may be a resource. At a top PR agency , winning a new client is when the real work starts. Show your spirit.

How To 203

How To Case Study Meeting Pitching 203

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 18, 2022

The same is true for internal PR or communications teams as they begin a new campaign. The team should consider tapping friendly editors to see what they’re working on and how the client or stakeholders may be a resource. At a top PR agency , winning a new client is when the real work starts. Show your spirit.

How To 203

How To Case Study Meeting Pitching 203

Presspage

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

Through September 2017, Miami International Airport was dealing with Hurricane Irma, which severely affected the airport's operations. The recognition of Miami International Airport was long due even before it responded to the Irma crisis. On November 7, Miami International Airport was named the recipient of the Peggy G.

Internal 0

Internal International Industry Infographics 0

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 16, 2019

I sense we are reaching that point in marketing, with respect to data and creativity. This is the role of creativity in marketing: to drive an emotional connection and feeling of belonging. Where every business has data, perhaps even the same data, we cannot have, by definition, the same creativity.

Creativity 76

Creativity Study Survey Advertising 76

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 15, 2018

The advent of spring means that public relations people are devising creative ways to put a fresh spin on program activities as well as spruce up client relationships. Brands should review creative strategies, new product updates and budgets to ensure the current investment is appropriate to reach PR goals. Fashion trend insights?

Analytics 130

Analytics Pitching Internal International 130

PR Matters

APRIL 21, 2016

Guiding HR and Internal Comms on steps and actions for company-wide communications activities. It’s also the only one to concern itself with all audiences, both internal and external. To do it right, you must expect to commit and invest serious time, energy and resources into it for the long-term. Advising management.

Reputation 165

Reputation Public Affairs Advertising Advertising 165

Deirdre Breakenridge

FEBRUARY 12, 2015

Advertising agencies created ads for multiple outlets, public relations handled media inquiries and proactively sought after coverage, marketing agencies did a variety of things, but generally focused on brand identity and creative attention-garnering activities. Of course, there’s plenty more each did, but you get the gist. 4) SnapChat.

Tools 150

Tools Agency Instagram Groups 150

Polaris

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

Marketing and PR includes everything from media relations and blogger outreach to content marketing and social media, not to mention government relations, internal communication and issues management. Is the scope of work regional, national or international? It’s not appropriate to request creative ideas on spec.

Marketing 168

Marketing Policies Agency eBook 168

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Commit the necessary time and resources. Lengthy approval times can stifle creativity and miss opportunities, so if at all possible, limit the number of individuals who need to sign off on ordinary deliverables like press statements, partner releases, or quarterly plans. Be an internal champion. Speak up about problems.

Agency 223

Agency How To Construction Advertising 223

Contently - Strategy

MAY 7, 2020

But there was one part that I had to learn how to master as I got more experience: the art of the internal sell. But, if you fail to make an internal case for your content, your plan will never get the buy-in or budget it needs to succeed. Instead, you want to focus on a few key results that your internal stakeholders care about.

Content Marketing 140

Content Marketing Marketing Case Study Internal 140

Cision

JULY 5, 2016

If it’s to drive new donations by getting new people exposed to your brand in a creative way as the ALS foundation did incredibly well with its Ice Bucket Challenge, then yes, that was a great tactic. You have more than 25 years of experience in the marketing industry.

Nonprofit 227

Nonprofit Crisis Viral Groups 227

Cision

DECEMBER 9, 2015

A copyright is legal protection for your creative works and ideas that are published, broadcast, or presented or displayed publicly. If you’re more interested in having people reuse original branded content, check out Creative Commons. Create an internal wiki that houses up-to-date information and resources.

How To 120

How To Training Education Creativity 120

Cision

APRIL 2, 2015

Too often campaigns are created to appease an internal stakeholder or a department that believes it needs to deliver a message. Corporate communicators must endeavor to bridge the gap and build communication campaigns that speak to both their audiences while achieving internal needs. No, they cannot do so overtly. What do you think?

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Corporate Social Media Internal 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 8, 2017

These can be internal studies, sales information, customer and competitive data, or simple workaday anecdotes. When a creative PR team suggests something out of the company comfort zone and makes a strong case for its success based on previous experience and research, it’s worth listening. Take some chances. Does it matter?

Media 199

Media Interviews YouTube Hotels 199

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 14, 2017

That said, a well-executed RFP, drafted for any industry assignment, can be a strong tool to help determine a good fit, as many creative services experts point out. Whatever the reason, it’s key to have all internal stakeholders agree on the rationale, need, and goals in order to develop a profile for the type of PR team that fits.

Meeting 191

Meeting Agency Creativity Case Study 191

PRSay

APRIL 5, 2022

A few years ago while serving in an internal communication role for a large Catholic health system, I worked alongside nuns who would sing, “We are standing on the shoulders of those who came before us.” It’s a place where there are employee resource groups for women, LGBTQIA+, people of color, veterans and others.

Resources 142

Resources Nonprofit Groups System 142

Onclusive

JUNE 14, 2017

They often go it alone without checking in with PR, instead leaning on the fact that they’re working with the creative team’s copywriter, and copywriters are all the extra “messaging expertise” the marketing team needs, right? Marketing and advertising teams A/B test ad copy to see which messages resonate the most with their customers.

Marketing 170

Marketing Measurement Trends Web 170

Cision

MAY 13, 2015

It’s actually two ecosystems, the one internal to your organization and the one external. Internally, PR intersects with marketing, sales, production, upper management, et cetera. They may come into play later, but there’s no point in giving them attention and resources if they aren’t meeting objectives. Abandon them.

Measurement 120

Measurement Data Internal International 120