2020 was a year that taught us a lot about the power of communications and behaviors.   As the world embarks on moving from the global pandemic crisis to recovery, it’s clear that consumer behaviors, in all aspects of life, won’t be returning to “normal” any time soon.  We say it often – “control what you can control.” Those changed behaviors? Not something we …

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The Public Relations Society of America defines public relations (PR) as a strategic communication process that builds mutually beneficial relationships between organizations and their publics. If you are exploring the possibility of hiring a PR firm in Charlotte or Raleigh, you might be wondering how PR differs from marketing, what a PR firm does exactly, …

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Television host Ellen DeGeneres got herself into a PR crisis when media outlets published an exposé on the alleged toxic work culture at her show, which was contrary to its warm, kind, and wholesome reputation. As allegations of racism, sexual misconduct, and poor treatment of employees emerged, PR experts felt that the celebrity’s crisis communications …

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For PR firms in Charlotte, NC, 2020 was definitely one for the books. It was a year filled with uncertainty and change, with businesses doing what they can to adapt and survive. What lessons did we learn from this tumultuous season and how do we use these lessons to successfully take on the opportunities and …

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PR firms in Raleigh, NC are constantly working to build relationships with journalists. Whether it’s to navigate through a PR crisis that threatens to damage a brand’s reputation or strengthen a brand’s thought leadership, here are five statements to avoid. “No comment.” At some point, a reporter will ask a question you’d rather not answer. …

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