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How to Develop an EFFECTIVE Long-Term Marketing Communications Plan
Whether you're integrating communication strategies into your 2024 business goals or you've been crafting a plan over time, it's crucial to recognize the role that a marketing plan has in your business success. Abbie Fink outlines the key reasons to establish a plan in this post. Learn more!
READ MOREShould an Organization Announce a Promotion or New Hire?
Looking to share the news on a well-earned promotion for a team member or a valuable addition to your team? Alison Bailin provides her suggestions for announcing a new hire or promotion in this post. Learn more!
READ MORE#MediaMonday – Paul Calvisi
Happy #MediaMonday! The latest feature comes to us from Paul Calvisi, a host and reporter for the Arizona Cardinals broadcast team. Meet Paul, find out what brought him to the NFL and learn more about some of the notable stories he has covered over the years from Pat Tillman's career to the Cardinals' 2008 Super Bowl run. Check it out!
READ MORENewsjacking Can Be a Valuable Tool
Newsjacking, the practice of adding your thoughts and opinions into news stories, was relevant in the past and is still relevant today. Abbie Fink covers the intricacies of newsjacking in this blog post. Read more!
READ MOREWhy Predictions Are Powerful
The perspectives of a reliable source have significant influence on decision-making. Justin Liggin shares the power of prediction and discusses how public relations utilizes predictive insights in this post. Take a look!
READ MOREHow Does Your Brand Communicate Its Purpose?
Effective communication, both within an organization, between a client and an agency, and with the public, is necessary for amplifying a brand's key messages. Rayna Burgett discusses the power of purpose driven communications and draws insights from a recent client event in this blog post.
READ MOREHow Do I Promote a Survey or Data?
You have the data but how can you get the world's attention with it? Alison Bailin discusses how to gain news coverage and engagement with your survey results in this blog post. Read more!
READ MORE#MediaMonday – Stacey Barchenger
The latest feature in our #MediaMonday series comes to us from Stacey Barchenger, who covers Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs and Attorney General Kris Mayes for The Arizona Republic. Learn more about Stacey and her work, which recently earned her recognition as the Arizona Journalist of the Year by the Arizona Newspapers Association.
READ MOREWhy Create Content With Easter Eggs?
Easter eggs are concealed surprises or secret messages included in TV programs, video games and social media posts. Alison Bailin shares notable examples of Easter eggs and the benefits of including these hints in your brand marketing in this blog post. Check it out!
READ MOREWhat is Brand Equity?
Maintaining brand equity is important for building loyal audiences and differentiating the company from its competition. Read more from Rayna Burgett on key elements that contribute to brand equity in today's blog post.
READ MOREGive ‘em the Pickle!
Abbie Fink discusses the customer philosophy known as “give ‘em the pickle,” drawing insight from Farrell’s Ice Cream Parlor. Read more about how small gestures can go a long way to solidifying the customer relationship in today's blog post.
READ MOREStanding Out with Swag
From t-shirts to planners to mousepads, everybody loves brand swag! Read more from Justin Liggin on how your business can take advantage of customized brand items to increase awareness in this blog post.
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