Startups that hit the ground running tap into the power of public relations. There might not be anything more important for a new startup than to cultivate a positive public image to fuel brand awareness. Crafting a winning PR marketing strategy might seem...
FTC’s new sponsored content guidelines will change how marketers use influencers and online reviews, but 4 in 5 comms pros see benefits
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has updated its endorsement guidelines for sponsored content, influencer marketing, and commercial online reviews for the first time in 14 years—essentially since long before these practices became widely used components of...
2023 FutureBrand Index: Innovation-focused, people-centric companies will be the successful brands of tomorrow
Consumer expectations for the brands and businesses they engage with and purchase from have, as we know, ballooned well beyond the perennial criteria of old: price and quality. In fact, those diehard measures aren’t even among the considerations that define today’s...
Enhancing PR with AI: Moving beyond automation to explore the potential—and the limits
I think a lot of people view my job as a bit of an oxymoron. I’m the founder and general manager of a public relations company powered by artificial intelligence. And if you believe the hype, generative AI is on track to replace organizations like mine wholesale. I’m...
Brand storytelling: 7 steps for crafting compelling narratives to connect with your audience
Which is more enticing, emotion and reason? In almost all cases, emotion tends to win over reason or facts. Thus, in this overly-automated, fast-paced, and digitally-driven society, businesses should strive to pull their audience's heartstrings, connect with them, and...
CX appeal: Consumers want brand relationships with benefits—when it comes to brands’ mobile apps, they want to feel the love
Consumers are taking their brand relationships to a whole new level—new research from mobile app experience company Airship finds they’re willing to share their personal details with their favorite brands, but first they want to be wooed. So what are they looking for...
7 hallmarks of a successful virtual press conference
It’s 2023, and more online events are happening than ever. Press conferences are no exception. If you want to host an online event where you can share news, updates, or exciting company details with journalists and reporters, a virtual press conference might be the...
Tech can’t fix everything: Large majority of workers say company culture is what drives productivity, innovation, and customer service
Business leaders are scrambling to get AI into their operations to boost their company’s productivity and CX efforts, and of course that’s a good plan, but new research sheds light on what brands and businesses can also do to drive those initiatives more...
Although outspoken about employer expectations, Gen Z workers admit to social discomfort—here’s how that can be a company opportunity
Since Gen Zers are pure digital natives, and much of their communication happens on devices, it seems logical that some of this group would have some awkwardness in face-to-face situations with real people—like at work. Throw a global pandemic in the mix that cut them...
5 PR challenges of the modern hiring market—and their solutions
In the current high-speed and fiercely competitive job market, organizations encounter a multitude of public relations hurdles that can greatly influence their capacity to draw in and retain top-tier talent. The digital age has ushered in a new era of transparency and...
5 sustainable practices every business should implement today
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, sustainability has become a non-negotiable factor for success. Beyond environmental responsibility, it's the key to maintaining a positive brand reputation. The demand for eco-conscious practices is growing among...
10 pro tips for using PR to achieve startup funding success
You've got a killer idea and a creative startup pitch. Yet, there's one looming challenge: securing funding to lift your startup off the ground. Many entrepreneurs face the same uphill battle. The competition for investor attention is fierce. Imagine you're in a room...












