In a year that’s bound to be full of surprises, things are off to a strong start here at Bulldog HQ, where January goes in the books as one of our strongest months in recent history. As per usual, our new-year-forecasting byline submissions accounted for a big chunk of the traffic last month, but we were happy to see that two of the top three posts concerned ethics in PR and media relations—and we’re hoping that’s indicative of where PR will focus a lot of attention this year. In that vein, our piece on the 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer was also well read—not surprising as it is one of the most reliable and trusted studies in the industry, but still a good sign to us.
Prediction pieces included how technology will change the PR industry in 2024—and the urgency to keep up with those progressions. Other interesting post topics include tips on making a lasting impression with your campaign in one viral moment; a look back at social media video performance in 2023; how media monitoring can boost your content strategy; why nano-influencers will be so important this year (hint: because they’re more niche-focused and trustworthy); and how to optimize new incentives announced by the USPS regarding direct mail marketing. In case you missed a few, here are our Top 10 posts of the month. Stay warm out there!
PR in 2024: 4 ways technology will change the PR landscape in the year ahead
PR is in the midst of an urgency to adopt cutting-edge tech. Those who embrace it are enhancing creativity, efficiency and productivity. Those who don’t risk being left behind. Here are 4 ways PR will be altered by technology this year.
The importance of ethics in PR: Why ethical conduct is critical to success
Maintaining ethical conduct is crucial for success in PR—it builds trust, credibility, and positive relationships with stakeholders. Here we cover the importance of ethical behavior in PR and its crucial role in achieving success.
The ethics of earned media: Best practices for responsible PR
Is earned media losing value in today’s world? Here we look at the ethical issues PR pros face, and the best methods for retaining integrity and responsibility at a time when morally sound PR strategies are more significant than ever.
Momentology: 4 PR campaigns that have created lasting impressions in one moment
Momentology is the act of using an important moment or event to inspire a quickfire campaign. This marketing form serves real-time scrollers and has potential to go viral in minutes. Here’s how to incorporate it into your campaign.
The 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer reveals business, government and media standings—uncovering a new culprit threatening trust: innovation
The 24th annual Edelman Trust Barometer sheds light on an unexpected trust obstacle—business and institutional innovation. The research points to a rift between innovation and society that has become the new factor causing polarization. See all the findings.
2023 social video analysis: Instagram Reels outperformed all other video content
New research reveals video performance data for branded Instagram Reels, Facebook Reels and videos, and TikTok content, offering marketers valuable insights as they develop social media marketing strategies for the year ahead.
How to leverage USPS’s incentives for effective direct mail marketing in 2024
Recently, the USPS announced a new mail volume growth incentive for first-class mail and marketing mail. As marketing leaders look to leverage this Incentive in 2024, we have a few tips to make the most of this offering.
3 ways media monitoring can help your brand or firm with content strategy
Media monitoring gives you a detailed understanding of your media presence and helps you make decisions about your communications. But its utility doesn’t stop there. Here are 3 ways monitoring helps with content strategy.
Connecting with nano-influencers: The PR goldmine of 2024
Unlike their more famous counterparts with millions of followers, nano-influencers are the everyday individuals who have managed to carve out a unique social media niche. Here’s how smaller can be better, and how to engage them.
Tips for using PR, social media, and other tools to maintain positive employee relations
As employers strive for success, employee relations are becoming more and more crucial. Hiring the right employees is obviously great, but things should not stop there. Here are some tips for keeping them happy and productive.
