Sat.Jan 08, 2022 - Fri.Jan 14, 2022

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Brand Narrative

Ronn Torossian

Why do consumers buy what they choose to buy? What drives those decisions? Brand narratives play a crucial role in such decisions. A brand narrative is a streamlined story, a messaging framework that acts as the framework for the marketing and communications of a business. If consumers are asked why they chose a certain product […]. The post Brand Narrative appeared first on.

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Trends in personal branding: When brand aligns with values, most Americans will spend more

Agility PR Solutions

Personal branding is more than just a social media personality contest. But personal branding’s economic influence on Americans isn’t just for younger adults, according to new research from personal brand strategy firm Brand Builders Group. In fact, the firm’s new Trends in Personal Branding study finds that 67 percent of all Americans would be willing […].

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Traditional IPO and SPAC Communications: Considerations for Companies Going Public | Business Wire Blog

Business Wire

2021 proved to be one of the best initial public offering (IPO) markets ever. In fact, a record-setting 968 IPOs and 613 SPAC IPOs were filed last year. Taking a deeper look into how a company can become publicly traded, Michael Becker , Business Wire’s executive vice president of strategic initiatives and partnerships, discussed the IPO market and best practices for IPO communication with an expert panel featuring: Don Duffy : President of ICR, a communications and advisory firm actively workin

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Writing For Journalism And Writing For PR: How They Differ

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Fun fact about me: before getting into PR , I wanted to be a reporter. More specifically, I wanted to be a sportswriter. I was a journalism major, so most of my writing experience in college had a reporting angle. Whether it was through classes, writing for the school newspaper , or my personal blogs, my writing involved reporting facts, interviewing subjects, and taking down their quotes.

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The Upside of Leaked Internal Communications: 2024 Mini Benchmark Report

Leaked internal communications can be strategically valuable assets rather than just risks to manage. When used proactively, these leaks can highlight leadership and innovation—qualities that resonate in today’s media. By approaching internal comms with a dual-purpose approach, companies shift from mere risk avoidance to leveraging these moments as credible public messages around strategy.

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Blog Contest Winner: Implementing FEEL in the Workplace

Deirdre Breakenridge

A Guest Post By Haley Epping, Masters Student At American University, FEEL Blog Post Winner. The essence of the FEEL method is prioritizing communication and recognizing your feelings. Since our human nature is to be social beings, it is extremely useful to discuss the best communication method with your colleagues at work. Here is a six-step plan to help you and your co-workers implement the FEEL model into your workplace.

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The new brand voice of Victoria’s Secret

Ronn Torossian

Benefits of Rebranding Rebranding helps to reshape how a company and its products are perceived. With rebranding, the right customers are more likely to buy a product or a service. Rebranding is also an opportunity for brands to create customer personas which allow the creation of compelling brand messaging specifically targeted at the right customers. […].

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To Craft Better Media Pitches, Offer Value to Reporters

PRSay

Problem: Reporter response rates to media pitches are at 3.49 percent, dropping from 4.62 percent since the third quarter of 2020. Meanwhile, the rate at which journalists open email pitches has also declined, according to the latest Propel Media Barometer. Solution: PR pitches that improve relationships with journalists, deliver value to their audiences and retire the “spray and pray” approach of sending the same pitch to large numbers of reporters and then hoping for the best.

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8 types of visuals your content marketing strategy needs in 2022 and beyond

Agility PR Solutions

Content marketing is one of the most successful strategies to boost organic traffic, conversions, and sales. But to be effective in 2022, it needs to stand out from the crowd. Especially if you’re after a high ROI and low production costs. Fortunately, some tricks can help brands create content that delivers results. One of them […]. The post 8 types of visuals your content marketing strategy needs in 2022 and beyond appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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Tips for Media Interviews

PR for Anyone

Make sure to Like and Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and ring the bell so you’re notified of new videos by clicking HERE. One of the top tips for a media interview I can give you is to be real and authentic. Don’t try to be someone you’re not. Don’t be flashy or salesy. And most importantly, don’t make up an answer. If you are asked a question by a journalist and you don’t know the answer, tell them that.

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The Importance of Personalizing Your Press Release for Journalists

Journalists receive an overwhelming number of press releases daily, making it hard for your news to stand out. While some news is valuable, most is not.

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Less is More in Content Marketing

Ronn Torossian

Content marketing is an ever-changing industry that’s not likely going to be slowing down anytime soon, which is why companies are constantly adapting to the industry’s constant disruptions. Between getting on board with the latest platforms, and experimenting with new content formats such as AR/AR or NFTs, there are plenty of content marketing options that […].

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In Crisis Responses, Words Matter More than Body Language, Study Finds

PRSay

When companies respond in crisis situations, what they say matters more than their nonverbal cues, a recent study finds. Researchers at the University of Georgia Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication evaluated how people perceived the sincerity of messages during a crisis, specifically a company spokesperson’s use of language and nonverbal cues.

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4 important marketing resolutions to make for 2022 

Agility PR Solutions

Of all the ways COVID-19 has changed life as we know it, the shift in consumer shopping habits is perhaps one of the most noticeable. Brand interactions and purchases now largely take place online, with e-commerce sales 30 percent higher than in pre-pandemic times, McKinsey reports. However, consumers are not as loyal to brands as […]. The post 4 important marketing resolutions to make for 2022 appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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Polansky: A class act who leaves big shoes to fill

Steve Barrett on PR

The announcement that PR legend Andy Polansky is retiring in June marks the end of an era at Interpublic Group - and in the PR industry in general.

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Do's and Don'ts: How to Pitch Your Press Release to Journalists

Speaker: Michelle Garrett, PR Consultant, Author, Speaker

Yes - press releases are still relevant in the world of public relations! 🎯 Ever wondered how to write a compelling press release, or what are current best practices for pitching your news to earn media coverage? In this exclusive webinar with Michelle Garrett, PR Consultant, we’ll cover tips and advice to help you get the most out of each piece of news you pitch!

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How Novak Djokovic’s Australian Open fracas became a lesson in reputation management

NewsWhip

Novak Djokovic, one of the world’s top tennis stars, has recently found himself in hot water after being denied entry to Australia due to his vaccination status. Djokovic was traveling to Melbourne on January 5th in order to defend his Australian Open title and win a record breaking 21st Grand Slam trophy. . Djokovic, a known critic of vaccinations , was granted a medical exemption by Tennis Australia , but the Australian Border Force denied his entry, claiming that the exemption was not in line

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Being the Boss of 2022: Bruce Springsteen’s Guide to Communications Trends

PRSay

Bruce Springsteen dropped out of Ocean County College in New Jersey in 1967. More than 50 years later, his words ring true as a map to become a better communicator in 2022. Last year offered very few glory days. It’s not like 2021 was a tunnel of love. In spite of the pivots, unprecedented changes and new normals, there is something that rings true. “ At the end of every hard day, people find some reason to believe.”.

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3 comms tips to help you boost your online presence

Agility PR Solutions

There is no denying how important it is for every business and brand to have a strong and solidified web presence in this day and age. Especially with the uptick in online sales that have been seen over the last two years, you simply can’t afford to allow your web presence to slide. Rather, building […]. The post 3 comms tips to help you boost your online presence appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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Book Review: Copywriting is… by Andrew Boulton

Stephen Waddington

An exceptional book about the craft of writing. There are few books written about the craft of advertising, marketing, and public relations. Amazon’s shelves are bursting with books about management and process, but there’s few about practice. This makes Andrew Boulton’s book Copywriting is… unusual. He’s a practitioner and teacher who has practiced his craft for the past decade.

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Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?

Whether your organization is at the start of its sustainability and impact journey or years into it, many brands share a common concern: the uncertainty of whether they are sending stakeholders mixed messages. Creating content that speaks to your audience's “love language” can be a tricky dance. But, worry not! 3BL has put together tips to ensure that your content not only finds its rhythm but also resonates with your target audiences.

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Journalism predictions for 2022: 5 industry pros weigh in

Muck Rack

Journalism predictions for 2022: 5 industry pros weigh in

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FREE Webinar For Nonprofits: Enhance, Advance and Protect Your Nonprofit’s Valuable Reputation in 2022 and Beyond

Reputation Us

On Friday, January 28, 2022 from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 am PT Casey Boggs, president and chief reputation officer of ReputationUs will present a FREE webinar for Oregon Nonprofits who are members of the Nonprofit Association of Oregon. WEBINAR DETAILS. Title. Enhance, Advance and Protect Your Nonprofit’s Valuable Reputation in 2022 and Beyond. Register HERE.

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Employer branding on social media: 6 surefire strategies

Agility PR Solutions

The talent shortage is a huge problem for modern workplaces today—69 percent of the US employers are already struggling to fill job positions, and it’s projected that human talent shortage will reach 85 million people by 2030. But this doesn’t mean that the world lacks smart and talented people. On the contrary, global degree holders’ […].

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WaddsCon call for speakers: innovation and excellence in media relations

Stephen Waddington

WaddsCon is back for a new season. We’re looking for original speakers for a series of practical events focused on innovation and excellence in media relations. COVID-19 has impacted how public relations practitioners work with journalists. Training and development has also been challenging. Over six sessions from February to July we want to explore pitching, newsjacking, data storytelling, the relationship between owned and earned media, promoting coverage, integrated marketing, and reporting a

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Adapting to the Future: The Evolving Role of Crisis Management Firms in a Rapidly Changing World

As the Internet continues to grow and change, the role of Online Crisis Management firms is evolving. This article explores how these firms are adapting to the new topography of Online Crisis Management. Through interviews with industry experts and case studies, we uncover the key strategies and tactics that are driving success in this dynamic field.

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Muck Rack named one of Built In’s Best Remote Companies to Work For in 2022

Muck Rack

Muck Rack named one of Built In’s Best Remote Companies to Work For in 2022

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The future of social is selling–and it’ll be live-streamed

Communications Conversations

For years, we’ve heard the same thing: This is the year social e-commerce takes off. And it really never held true until last year (thank you global pandemic!). The tools are in place. Facebook and Instagram have shopping platforms that are fairly easily to set up–and ridiculously easy to buy on. TikTok has proven itself in its short lifespan as a huge shopping platform.

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Four consumer trends for 2022—from 4.3 million customers

Agility PR Solutions

Brand Keys, the New York-based brand loyalty and engagement research consultancy, annually translates behavioral and emotional engagement metrics from our Customer Loyalty Engagement Index to identify marketing trends. This year, we did something completely different. We used all 25 years of our database—containing 4.3 million customer loyalty and engagement assessments for 1,624 brands in 142 […].

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News media in 2022: Reuters Institute Digital News Report

Stephen Waddington

2022 will be a year of consolidation for a news industry that has been disrupted by the COVID-19 crisis, changing audience behaviour and technology. The Reuters Institute Digital News Report tells the story of the future of the news industry from the front line. It covers business models, audience strategies, journalism practice, regulation, and future technologies.

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Peter H. Paulsen’s Inspiring Tale Continues to Resonate in 2024

Two years after its initial release, Peter H. Paulsen’s book, From Brick and Mortar to Prosperity, continues to inspire readers around the globe.

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Mark Mathis talks transitioning from TV news to PR and his 22 years at Humana Inc.

Muck Rack

Mark Mathis talks transitioning from TV news to PR and his 22 years at Humana Inc.

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5 Press Release Templates and How to Effectively Utilize Them

PR Fuel

Did you know that the traditional press release is still used, more than ever? Even though there are a lot of myths surrounding whether or not they are effective, press releases are a great way to get the word out about your company. They’re an effective marketing tool that you can use for both internal and external communications. A press release is perfect for announcing new products, services, or partnerships.

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How ineffective customer communications costs small businesses time, money and talent

Agility PR Solutions

A new set of reports from small business customer communication platform Weave illustrates how rapidly business communication is evolving, and how technology is powering new ways for businesses to build customer relationships, remove inefficiencies and retain employees. The firm’s new research, new research, The Modern Small Business: Communication for the Future, helps leaders understand how business […].