Today, effective PR is critical to a company’s success. It doesn’t just establish your reputation but also builds consumer trust. Unfortunately, many small businesses assume PR is only for large corporations. But, nothing could be further from the truth. PR plays an important role in the growth and success of all organisations. Most startups set...Read More
How important is a headline? According to David Ogilvy, the father of advertising, the answer is: very. In fact, he was quoted as saying: “Five times as many people read the headline as read the body copy. When you have written your headline, you have spent eighty cents out of your dollar.” While the figures...Read More
It is always better to learn from someone else’s mistakes than your own. Fortunately, for new businesses, there are plenty of failures to learn from. Crisis management is a core part of a successful PR strategy. However, some of the world’s biggest companies have fallen short when it comes to damage control. Below, we’re going...Read More
More often than not, organizations conflate publicity and PR. However, doing so can put companies at a disadvantage. In reality, publicity is just one aspect of PR. Publicity isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but it’s part of a bigger picture. What is the difference between PR and publicity? Publicity is about media presence. At its...Read More
Today, more businesses realise the importance of PR to develop their image and brand potential. Even without a PR professional, you’ll find plenty of tips online to get started. However, while proactive advice is great, you should also be aware of the most common pitfalls. Below, we’ve covered the most common PR mistakes companies make...Read More
I recently spoke to a Malaysian CEO with over 20 years of experience in technology and running multinational brands. We spoke in length about public relations and he felt that it was not a smart decision at the moment, since his new startup was only 18 months old. Despite assurances from me and positive feedback...Read More
In the last decade and more doing PR for companies in Singapore and the rest of Southeast Asia, one of the biggest takeaways has been that if used correctly, PR is the most effective growth tool available to any brand. Since my early days putting in the hours at the large agencies to my forays...Read More
Even if you’re not familiar with the term “call-to-action” – or CTA – you’ve probably seen one today. In fact, you’ve possibly engaged with one this week. In the simplest terms, a CTA is a snippet of content that asks its audience to do something. In a marketing context, a CTA is used to convert...Read More
It’s no secret that the majority of modern consumers rely heavily on review to make purchasing decisions. Recent studies show that more than 90% of people read reviews before buying. Around 84% even trust reviews as much as they would a personal recommendation from a close friend. Every company loves receiving positive feedback, but many underestimate...Read More
The need for businesses to develop a first-rate customer experience is now more vital than ever. An increasingly competitive business landscape means organizations must keep consumers happy or risk competitors gaining an edge. The various interactions between a company and a customer are what defines the customer experience. According to a survey by Gartner, 81%...Read More
