The Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) recently celebrated its 30th anniversary at its Spring Meeting held in Scottsdale, Arizona. Bulldog Reporter had an opportunity to speak with Anne Buchanan, Scott Hanson, and Ed Stevens, the three founding members of PRGN, as...
Crisis of relevance: Most companies are struggling to be relevant to their customers
New research from professional services firm Accenture reveals that the vast majority (88 percent) of executives believe that customers and employees are changing faster than they can change their businesses, which is leading to a crisis of relevance. “External...
Tips for establishing brand longevity in a modern landscape
Brand longevity isn’t new—in fact, this measurement of cultural relevance and ongoing consumer engagement is on the rise as brands continue to look for a way to quantify long-term success. But this concept is more important than ever, especially as consumer behaviors...
New study reveals three-quarters of organizations have data quality issues
Data-quality open-source platform Great Expectations recently announced the results of a survey highlighting top pain points and consequences of poor data quality within organizations. Insights from 500 data practitioners (engineers, analysts, and scientists) reveal...
Trustworthiness and transparency—not price—drive over half of first-time purchases
Heading into back-to-school and holiday shopping seasons, a great customer experience means transparency across channels. Consumers will engage with new brands across all channels, including online, in-store and on social media platforms, as long as the content is...
Everything you need to know about social media branding
Consistent branding is crucial for the success of any business. Good branding makes it easier for customers to recognize your business. Not only that, but it also ensures a consistent brand experience which boosts customer trust and loyalty. Social media branding has...
How a values-based approach advances DEI
DEI is a top priority for smart brands and businesses today, but achieving DEI isn't a linear process—rather it’s a commitment to cultivating core values and turning guiding principles into organizational habits, according to a new study from researchers Anselm A....
7 top skills you need for a public relations career
PR work can be challenging, and it requires someone with a lot of diverse skills to succeed at it. Some may come naturally, and some you will need to learn over time. If you are determined to make your mark on the PR world, here are the skills that you will need....
How kind leadership results in better recruitment, retention, collaboration, engagement, and innovation
A new research report from IT and professional staffing, consulting, managed solutions firm Signature Consultants examines the impact of kind leadership and cultural values on key business and talent outcomes and the degree to which U.S. employers are adopting...
Elevating your social media game to increase brand awareness
Social media marketing is an absolute must for almost all businesses today. Even multinational B2B firms like UPS and Intel run TikTok and Instagram accounts that boast millions of followers and promote their brand image. But not all social media accounts are up to...
Personalization perils: Most consumers regularly receive mistargeted information from brands
New research from personalized CX software firm Redpoint Global reveals growing customer frustrations with receiving mistargeted information from brands. Unmet expectations include, among others, receiving inaccurate promotional emails or recommendations unrelated to...
Majority of influencers/creators say they’re driven by desire to build community, not money
Prevailing opinion in the comms industry seems to be that most influencers/creators are in the marketing game for fame and fortune, but new research from MMI Agency finds that 77 percent of influencers in its new survey say they do so because they have a passion for...












