Hola, this is Alessandra, McKeeman’s Social Media Manager!👋 Let’s talk about my recent adventure: a master class on video production for social media. With today’s technology, the power of video content shines brighter than ever before. Did you know that 95% of users retain information presented through videos, while only 10% remember the same content …
Recently I’ve been sharing “comeback” trends we’ve been observing in restaurant marketing that should find a way into your 2024 plans. Now we’re shining a spotlight on sponsored content. Gasp…a paid media tactic coming from a PR professional? Hear me out. Actually, I’ve never been a one-size-fits-all type of marketer. I’m always on the hunt …
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Discover the power of nostalgia marketing as we dive into ‘rosy retrospection’ and how restaurant brands like McDonald’s are reviving memories through innovative approaches, including local store marketing (LSM). Insights from McKeeman Communications, a trusted Raleigh, NC PR firm.
For 2023, let’s scratch talking about a completely “new year, new you.” Instead, let’s focus on what works. As busy business owners, restaurant executives and marketing professionals, you get that. Our best successes are often the result of a renewed commitment to your business’s strengths. For your 2023 marketing plans, that likely means resisting the …
Why your PR doesn’t need a new year’s resolution! Read More »
I know, it’s a tough message – we want you to embrace your haters on social media. I can already see the eyes rolling. When we’re confronted with the online criticism, your instincts may tell you to pick a fight or delete and ignore. But let me ask you this. What if you saw your …
This is part two of a three-part series on healthy, successful business relationships between companies and outsourced partners. Part one focused on finding your best client/PR agency fit. As business professionals, we work with outsourced partners with specific expertise. Like personal relationships, business partnerships need time, attention, and, yes, a little bit of love. While I’m …
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First, Get the Right Fit Partner This is part one of a three-part series on healthy, successful business relationships between companies and outsourced partners. Spoiler alert: you won’t be finding any agency-client horror stories here. Helpful tips? Yes indeed. Ready for some straight talk? We’re all busy executives and business owners, so let’s just get …
Three Realities That Cut Your PR Agency Search Time in Half Read More »
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – as the song goes. At McKeeman, we wholeheartedly agree. There’s a feeling of accomplishment about the previous year, and a sense of wonder about what the new year will bring. We’ve included some reflections, some musings, and some “must-haves” for 2018 from each McKeeman team member. …
Let’s face it, tackling a crisis situation is not only daunting, it can be downright scary. Nothing gets the blood pumping like a social media issue going viral, or the local TV station calling for “your response” on an employee’s blunder. Crime situation? Alleged product tampering? Food-borne illness? Employee outburst caught on video? What about a poor sanitation rating or recordable …
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