Stories and Strategies for Public Relations and Marketing

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  • I always hated the term "Public Relations." It always sounded so greasy and salesy to me. Years later, I realize the concept of "relating to the public" is simply communication. It's in every facet of our daily lives. And if the ability to cooperate is what makes us distinctly different as humans, it's the ability to communicate that facilitates this.

    Public Relations is ultimately one of the most expressly human aspects of life.

    Across the landscape of global communication, the role of Public Relations (PR) has become increasingly pivotal. As a profession, Public Relations stands at the crossroads of information dissemination, perception management, and marketing, embodying the complex interplay between organizations, media, and the public. At its core, Public Relations is about forging connections—a mission that has elevated it to a thriving profession in our modern society.

    Public Relations professionals harness a diverse toolkit of strategies to navigate this multifaceted domain. Their expertise spans across marketing, government relations, media relations, misinformation management, crisis management, and stakeholder engagement. Each of these elements serves as a cornerstone in the foundation of Public Relations, contributing to its stature and effectiveness. Marketing initiatives, for example, are not just about promoting products or services but about storytelling that resonates with audiences on a personal level. Government and media relations focus on establishing trust and transparency, ensuring that communications are reliable and beneficial to the public interest while actively combating misinformation.

    Crisis management and stakeholder engagement further illustrate the crucial roles played by Public Relations experts. In times of crisis, these professionals are the architects of strategies that protect and rehabilitate an organization's image. Through stakeholder engagement, they build and maintain relationships essential for mutual understanding and support. This comprehensive approach to communication underscores the versatility and indispensability of Public Relations in today's world.

    The tangible outputs have impacts. Press releases help earn media placement, websites and social media campaigns can captivate and influence, short-form videos seize our attention, AI stories can be developed efficiently and effectively, and podcasts linger in our memory—all these are manifestations of Public Relations' influence on our collective consciousness. In marketing, PR professionals craft narratives that mold perceptions, address misinformation, and drive engagement. These tools and platforms are meticulously designed to shape public discourse and interaction.

    At the forefront of these endeavors stands the Public Relations professional, whose skills in understanding, influencing, informing, and inspiring are unparalleled. Their work is not just about conveying messages but about creating dialogue, fostering understanding, and building bridges between entities and individuals. Through strategic planning, creative execution, and ethical practice, they navigate the complexities of public discourse, ensuring that their organizations or clients are not only heard but also understood and appreciated.

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  • REPLAY Oh the Things We Can Do With Generative AI

    REPLAY Oh the Things We Can Do With Generative AI
    Oct 3 2024

    This episode first published in May 2023.

    It’s as if we have a new toy. When Open AI released Chat GPT-3 last November, and made it fully accessible to the public, it suddenly changed how we can create engaging and relevant content for our audiences, with just a few prompts.

    Not only can we CREATE content, but we can also gather valuable insights into customer behaviours and preferences like never before. By analyzing the data generated by customer interactions, businesses can identify patterns and trends they can use to optimize their strategies.

    But it’s all so new for so many of us. What exactly can we do with this NEW TOY?

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    2:00 Understanding Generative AI as a Tool
    6:35 Mega Prompting for a Consistent Brand Voice
    8:06 Personalizing Content with AI
    19:41 Ethical Considerations in AI

    Guest: Brad Williamson, Lead Strategist Catch Digital
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    26 mins
  • The Influential Power of Audio

    The Influential Power of Audio
    Sep 29 2024

    Sound is powerful.

    Doug connects Dallas Taylor of the Twenty Thousand Hertz podcast to explore the remarkable influence of audio on human connection and branding. From the hidden magic of Sonic branding to how podcasts create lasting bonds, they uncover why audio remains one of our most potent yet underutilized senses.

    They also dive into the darker side of audio, discussing the rise of deep fake technology and its impact on trust in the digital age. Whether you’re a PR professional or just curious about sound’s role in our lives, this episode offers valuable insights into the world of audio.

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    4:17 Audio’s Hidden Powers
    6:58 Sonic Branding’s Emotional Impact
    11:41 Audio and Deep Fakes
    20:55 Answer to Question Posed Last Week by Dean Heuman

    Guest: Dallas Taylor
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    27 mins
  • Public Relations Strategies When Companies Hire Controversial Leaders

    Public Relations Strategies When Companies Hire Controversial Leaders
    Sep 22 2024

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    How do you navigate leadership changes, even when the decisions make little sense?

    In this episode, Doug and Dean Heuman tackle the challenges of handling leadership transitions, especially when the choices seem controversial. Using the recent example of the Edmonton Oilers hiring a new GM, they explore the delicate balance between maintaining trust, managing emotions, and ensuring transparency. Heuman introduces the EFA (Emotion, Fact, Action) approach as a framework for communicators to manage such transitions effectively, stressing the importance of addressing internal and external concerns.

    When leadership decisions ripple across employees, sponsors, and the broader community – the challenges become intricate, and the stakes are higher.

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    5:51 The Ripple Effect of Leadership Changes
    7:59 Edmonton Oilers: A Leadership Change Breakdown
    12:42 The EFA Method: Managing Emotions First
    18:19 When to Question a Leadership Change
    20:12 Answer to Last Episode’s Question From Guest Akeem Anderson

    Guest: Dean Heuman, Focus Communications
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    24 mins
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