In today’s competitive business landscape, lead generation is more critical than ever. Businesses of all sizes are seeking ways to attract potential customers, nurture relationships, and ultimately convert leads into paying customers. As marketing strategies become...
Overheard at Communications Week 2024: Trends for communicators
2024 marked the ten-year anniversary of Communications Week, an event I founded to provide communicators with a space to network, connect, and learn from each other. Back in 2014, our event theme was “media disruption”—a theme that has only grown in prominence over...
How SaaS is transforming PR and marketing strategies in the digital age
Traditional strategies that once relied heavily on print media, cold calls, and in-person networking have given way to digital approaches enabled through sophisticated tools. At the forefront of this transformation are SaaS platforms that offer a wide range of tools...
Comparative travel: How Japan and Korea’s cultures differ and blend—tips for travel PR
Traveling to Japan and Korea offers a fascinating look at how neighboring countries can share similarities yet maintain distinct cultural identities. From serene tea ceremonies in Kyoto to the electric buzz of Seoul’s K-pop scene, these two countries present a blend...
How Generative AI is changing content marketing and public relations
Generative AI is reshaping the landscape of content marketing and public relations by enabling more efficient workflows, personalizing customer experiences, and creating highly engaging content. For businesses and PR professionals, this technology offers exciting...
Identifying influencer fraud: How to detect and prevent fake followers in PR campaigns
Public relations is all about engaging with the public, media, and other key stakeholders. It aims to boost your brand reputation, promote customer engagement, and achieve overall business success. But in today's digital landscape, nothing beats working with social...
The beauty of PR: How small brands in the beauty industry can shine in a crowded market
In the ever-evolving beauty industry, small companies often face the daunting challenge of competing against established brands with substantial marketing budgets and a loyal customer base. However, the rise of social media, influencer marketing, and...
8 steps to automating your content marketing workflow
Content marketing plays a vital role in supporting public relations, while in turn, good PR is necessary to help promote content tied to your brand. This is why so many modern companies rely on their content creation process to build brand awareness and trust. Both PR...
Fast-tracking success: Tips for handling sudden growth in your business
Expanding your business introduces a range of challenges that can be as stimulating as they are demanding. A well-crafted strategic approach is essential to navigate these complexities and drive sustained success. By honing in on critical areas of your operation, you...
A final thought about the election: How the use of message points played a major role in the outcome
There were many takeaways from the 2024 presidential election that can be used by account execs on non-political accounts. And I have detailed more than a few of them on this site over the past few months. But if there is one that stands out, it is the importance of...
The ultimate PR checklist for field service businesses
We are in an industry where customer trust and satisfaction are the most important pillars for business sustainability. As a field service business, it is a bit tricky to achieve both and stand out amongst competitors. Building a reputation isn’t just about providing...
With shopping holidays approaching, new research finds nearly half of Americans want their personal info completely deleted from the Internet
With super-shopping days Black Friday and Cyber Monday approaching, new research explores Americans' growing unease with online privacy and the misuse of their personal information. According to the findings from personal data removal service Incogni and VPN provider...