Public Relations Expert, Denise Blackburn-Gay of Marketing Strategies, Inc., Provides PR Strategies for 2019

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., Nov. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- As 2018 comes to an end and a new year looms on the horizon, noted PR expert, Denise Blackburn-Gay, APR Fellow PRSA provides the following public relations strategies for a successful 2019.

• The need for strategic planning. While many organizations understand the need for a strategic plan, many still view it as an annual exercise that has little to do with bottom-line results. Strategic planning is an organizational process that includes a review of where the organization is currently and its objectives in the coming year. It includes strategies and tactics, methods, budget, and methods of measurement.

As the great Yogi Berra said, "If you don't know where you are going, you are certain to end up somewhere else."

• The threat of reputation risk and the importance of crisis communication plans. It is no longer a matter of 'if' a crisis arises, but 'when.' When your reputation is on the line, it's how you respond to the crisis and the overall strength of your Public Relations that determine whether your brand's image will recover. 88% of executives cite reputational risk as a critical business challenge. That percentage will only increase.

• The importance of instilling a sense of credibility resulting from media fragmentation and a loss of trust. People respond to messages based on their perception of the communicator, not the content. Credibility must be the foundation of all communication.

• The value of a strong social presence and digital communication that focuses on content, graphics, and interactive features to keep customers engaged with the brand

• Ensuring that you 'stand out' through positive differentiation. Every day consumers are faced with decisions regarding where to eat, what to wear, and the list goes on. Begin by looking at your strengths as differentiators and design marketing strategies around those features.

• Understanding and using analytics to measure results and implement changes in strategy. Your marketing/PR plan must adapt to changes in the marketplace. As with your business, the success of your campaign is not determined by 'likes' or 'clicks,' but by changes in perception.

Denise Blackburn-Gay, APR, Fellow PRSA has over 30 years' experience in Public Relations and is considered an authority. She is one of 350 PR practitioners to be recognized as a Fellow by the Public Relations Society of America. Well known for her work in crisis communication and reputation management, Denise founded Marketing Strategies, Inc. in 1997. She can be reached at [email protected] or by calling (843) 692-9662.

SOURCE Marketing Strategies, Inc.

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