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Why isn’t the media covering my event? A PR pro’s guide to scoring earned media
June 19, 2024 | MindFire Team
There are likely some simple explanations and some solutions to take into consideration for your next announcement.
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Have you been influenced by a “de-influencer”?
April 24, 2024 | Karina Huaracha
This is no small trend! “De-influencers” are steering their audiences away from overpriced, ineffective products and are instead guiding them to buy nothing or find a “dupe,” a similar, more affordable version.
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How your brand serves as your best recruitment tool
March 19, 2024 | MindFire Team
Effective branding leads to consistent communications that engage your audience and stand out in the marketplace. But solidifying your brand (your reputation!) in the marketplace doesn’t end with reaching new customers. Just as people want to buy from people they like, they want to work for companies that align with their values, image and culture.
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Your bottom line depends on your brand
February 23, 2024 | Amy Behning
If you want to build your bottom line, start with a brand assessment. Take stock of the three elements of a strong brand: audience understanding, messaging and visual identity.  
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Go for the bold: Creating the perfect campaign headline
January 22, 2024 | Caroline Schweitzer
Writing the perfect headline is a key part of creating a campaign that stands out and drives results –whether it’s purely a brand awareness campaign or you’re trying to generate leads or sales. Ensuring your campaign has a unique, memorable headline that commands attention is the first step in your audience taking a desired action.
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Research-backed marketing: How good data drives good decisions
November 20, 2023 | Kristin Enright
Research can reveal what customers and potential customers already think about your brand. The raw data is important, but the real value lies in the actionable insights that research reveal. When we present research results to our clients, we always provide actionable recommendations that they can implement immediately.
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5 keys to creating high quality content
September 18, 2023 | Kristin Stires
Understanding your brand gives you the opportunity to create authentic, high-quality content that resonates with your audience. That’s marketing gold!
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5 hot marketing tips you can implement today
August 8, 2023 | Inga Rundquist
While we’re huge advocates for creating actionable plans that are rooted in a solid strategy, we also realize that quick and simple changes can often make a pretty big impact.
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Does your brand need a podcast?
March 29, 2023 | MindFire Team
Podcasts open up opportunities for content creators to reach new audiences in a more intimate, long-format way. And it no longer requires access to expensive studio equipment. We take stock of the environment, considering reasons why you should and shouldn’t jump on the podcast bandwagon.
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Facebook pages have a new look – are you here for it?
December 8, 2022 | MindFire Team
According to Meta, NPE is a new way for page admins to manage their professional presence by helping them build their brand, grow their audience and connect with followers.
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Instagram is all in on Reels – and you should be, too!
October 20, 2022 | MindFire Team
By leaning into Reels, you can work with the algorithm to build your brand, rather than fighting against it.
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Branding in the days of default distrust
March 5, 2022 | MindFire Team
While trust is in a state of crisis, consider these 3 ways brands can earn and keep trust for the betterment of all.