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As social media continues to grow by leaps and bounds, popular networks such as Instagram and Twitter have become some of the most crowded corners of the internet. With so much happening so quickly on social media networks, is it even possible for brands to stand out...
Technology drives constant change and innovation for all industries, but how is the PR industry adapting to new services and platforms that are drastically reshaping industry practices? Media Monitoring Software Being able to semi-automate some of the most...
So you started a podcast. Great! Now what? Having an interesting topic and a few good episodes are not enough to gain listeners and subscribers. With a large population working from home and having less interactions, podcasts are becoming more and more popular. What...
Data is an essential resource when it comes to marketing strategy, and in the realm of digital marketing — social media metrics hold tons of valuable information. In this blog, we’re exploring the basics of social media metrics and breaking down how to implement...
Crises are innately unpredictable, so when they happen, many organizations are not prepared to respond. As a result, companies rush to publish a statement instead of taking the time to develop a proactive approach. It’s not practical to have a plan in place for every...
At the beginning of the pandemic, we discussed the different ways in which top brands were responding to the initial effects of COVID-19. Now, nearly four months since the onset, brands are still struggling to find a balance between letting consumers adjust to the new...
The current global landscape has taught us how to deftly navigate the world of PR and marketing throughout COVID-19. Last week, we explored some of the communications trends we’ve been seeing from companies lately, and those we predict will continue in the post-COVID...
There was a time when a great product experience was the only thing consumers really expected from a company. However, over the past few years, consumers have been demonstrating an increased awareness for what companies are doing and saying, and how they’re involving...
When shelter-in-place orders went into effect across the U.S., many companies were not prepared to make the move to remote work. Many of us at home face distractions we wouldn’t normally deal with in an office setting such as pets, kids, roommates/partners, etc....
As humans, we are inherently social beings. This is especially true for those of us working in the communications industry. Following social distancing guidelines and shelter-in-place restrictions — while necessary to reduce the impact of COVID-19 — can be hard on our...
The pandemic has significantly changed our mode of work by forcing some people to work remotely. With uncertainty surrounding when it’s safe to return to the office, finding a way to successfully work at home is important and necessary. If you’re having difficulty...
If 2020 has taught business leaders anything, it’s that anything and everything can change in an instant so it’s important that your plans adjust with the times. One area hit hardest by the COVID-19 pandemic are events and conferences. According to Bloomberg, more...
COVID-19 has taken a toll on our everyday lives and companies have been faced with the dilemma of postponing, canceling, or making their event virtual. So far, there’s been a mix of reactions. Google and Adobe have taken their conferences virtual while TED Talks is...
While we are working with many clients to strategize and execute their efforts to communicate during the COVID-19 pandemic, we have also recently added new clients and augmented our team. Since March, the following companies have joined our ranks as clients: Ainstein...
No industry is immune to the effects of COVID-19 and while there’s no right way to communicate with your employees or consumers in these uncertain times, brands need to proceed cautiously. Knowing this, many marketers have avoided addressing the novel...