by CPhillips | Jul 18, 2017 | Advertising, Business, Communication Planning, digital communications, writing
If budget is your first question when it comes to advertising, you’ve already missed the mark. Before you even plan your budget, you need to focus on the message. Does the ad tell a story? If it just conveys information you’ve left off the biggest draw for an...
by CPhillips | Jul 6, 2017 | Blogging, Branding, Business, Communications, Corporate Culture, Customer Service, digital communications, Employee engagement, leadership, personal growth, public relations, public speaking, satisfaction, social media, writing
One thing I’ve noticed throughout my life is that each of us have the power to affect the outcome of any given situation, even if it’s just in a small way. The emotion or feeling you put out, has a direct impact on how someone else will react to a situation or event....
by CPhillips | Jun 20, 2017 | Branding, Business, Communication Planning, Corporate Culture, Crisis Communications, Customer Service, leadership, public relations, public speaking, strategic communications
When it goes really wrong, do you have a plan? Anyone who has a business needs a crisis communications plan. That plan should be reviewed on a regular basis and updated with potential new threats. Your plan should address at least the top five things you could see...
by CPhillips | Jun 13, 2017 | Blogging, Branding, Business, Communications, Customer Service, digital communications, marketing, public relations, social media, strategic communications
Whether it’s your blog, direct mail, email or a brochure, you’ve got to make sure the benefits of your company or product are front and center. Don’t bury the information that customers need to make decisions. Few people read every word. Make sure your headlines, sub...
by CPhillips | May 11, 2017 | Business, Communications, Corporate Culture, Customer Service, Employee engagement, leadership, satisfaction
How would you define your customer? When is the last time you thought about them? Do you now their beliefs and thoughts? What drives their actions? Do you think of them as invited guests? What happens within the walls of your business directly effects whether that...
by CPhillips | Apr 18, 2017 | Blogging, Branding, Business, Communication Planning, Communications, Corporate Culture, leadership, strategic communications
I’m talking about mission statements today. I personally believe you can find value in writing a mission statement not only for your business but for yourself as well. So feel free to adapt the information here and put it to use in both areas of your life. What is a...
