Socially Unacceptable covers everything in marketing but with a twist. Instead of celebrating the success, we delve into those difficult moments and discover what founders and marketers did in the face of failure.Our hosts, Chris Norton, an award-winning PR blogger since 2007 and founder of www.prohibitionpr.co.uk, a top 10 PR and Social Agency, and business partner Will Ockenden, together have almost 50 years of digital marketing experience, and they uncover the untold stories from marketing experts who have had their share of mistakes and turned them around to inspiring moments.What sets Socially Unacceptable apart?Focus on failures: Instead of solely celebrating success stories, the podcast explores marketing fails, amusing mishaps and scary downfalls.Learning from marketing mistakes: By dissecting real-life fails faced by brand founders and expert marketers, the show offers valuable lessons and insights to avoid similar pitfalls.Insider tips: Guests with extensive experience share practical strategies and industry knowledge honed through navigating challenging situations...
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episode 11: Exploring the Impact of AI and Economic Challenges in PR with CIPR Past President, Stephen Waddington
Have you ever wondered how disruptive technology is impacting the communications industry? Stephen Waddington, a PR veteran and successful agency owner, gives us an eye-opening perspective in an unmissable chat. Stephen, known for his agile management of agencies even in challenging economic conditions, shares invaluable advice on surviving tough times, from staying true to clients, to effective fiscal management.
In a fascinating twist, we dive into the depths of artificial intelligence (AI) and its game-changing potential in the world of public relations. We explore the tantalizingly complex world of generative AI, examining everything from its alarming capacity to create convincing but fabricated content, to its potential for destructive disinformation campaigns. The ethical implications of AI usage are not overlooked as we unpack the crucial role of trust and safeguards in AI application.
The conversation doesn't stop there. We consider ethical concerns associated with industry disruption and discuss the uncharted territories of AI technology. The tug-of-war between product teams and ethics teams, the lack of effective control mechanisms, and the difficulties of crafting suitable regulations are all addressed.
We look at the effects of the economy on the PR industry, the importance of value, the worrying trend of short-termism, and the phenomena of "ghosting" in the client community. As a bonus, Stephen enlightens us on the factors to consider when deciding to pursue a pitch, such as clear objectives, reasonable time scales, and budget visibility. Tune in for a compelling conversation with one of the industry's leading experts, with over 29 years of experience in public relations.
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