What a Year in Podcasting Taught Us About Storytelling, Brand Trust & Credibility
We’ve been members of the Podcast Professionals Association for a year (which we highly recommend!). If there’s one thing that the insight we’ve gained has made clear, it’s this: podcasting isn’t just a content trend—it’s a powerful tool in your brand’s storytelling portfolio. As someone who has spent years helping brands build credibility and weather […]
8 Ways to Track Trends on Social Media
Click here to read the original article via business.com. Because trending topics change rapidly, keeping track of what’s hot on each social media platform can be challenging. However, catching a trend at the right time can offer a significant boost to your social media marketing. Business.com spoke with digital and social media marketing experts to uncover […]
Marketing in 2025: Why Promotion Alone Isn’t Enough
For years, marketing has centered around one idea: Promote. Promote. Promote. Buy the course. Hire the expert. Run the ad. Get more visibility. Drive more traffic. Grow faster. And sure, that playbook has fueled a lot of growth for a lot of businesses. It’s also created a lot of noise—and a lot of pressure. But […]
More Than Networking: How Chambers Can Become a Lifeline for Local Businesses
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, small to mid-sized businesses face unprecedented challenges in managing their reputations. A single negative incident can escalate quickly, leading to significant financial and reputational damage. According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, (Synaptic is a long-time member) 94% of consumers say a negative online reputation can make them avoid […]
Speaking Through Spending: Aligning Your Purchases with Your Values
If you’ve ever watched an episode of Shark Tank, you’ve probably noticed that the Sharks tend to invest in businesses whose products or services align with their own interests, values, or expertise. They’re not just looking at profits—they’re backing ideas they believe in. This same principle applies to everyday consumers. Just like investors, we have […]
The Power of Balance: Balanced Tactics for Future-Proof Results
When the world shifts, does your marketing strategy stand strong? By balancing traditional tactics like direct mail and referrals with digital tools like email and social media, your business can weather uncertainty and thrive. The best strategies don’t just connect—they empower your business to promote and protect its reputation, adapt to change, and build lasting […]
Breaking down Meta’s community notes: innovation or a digital wild west?
Community notes on Meta: a game-changer for free speech, or just a hot mess in the making? Meta has recently overhauled its policy regarding free speech by removing fact-checking and its moderation policies. It has, in effect, pulled back on fact-checking, as community notes take precedence, basically allowing users to make corrections or add context […]
What the ‘Walmart Birkin’ Can Teach Us About Brand Reputation
You’ve probably heard about the ‘Walmart Birkin’—a budget-friendly alternative to the luxury Hermès bag that’s taken social media by storm. While the buzz around this viral sensation has been entertaining, it highlights a more significant issue that impacts businesses and brands everywhere. The Challenge of Third-Party Sellers Walmart’s online platform allows third-party sellers to list […]
The PR Playbook for 2025: How to Protect Your Brand in a World of Crisis and Chaos
Several pivotal PR trends will redefine how businesses handle crisis management and safeguard their reputations in 2025. For brands of any size, the stakes have never been higher. Here’s what to anticipate in the coming year—and how to stay ahead of the curve: 1. Generative AI and the Misinformation Challenge A recent audit by […]
What TrueCar’s Communications Crisis Teaches Us About Reputation Management
In the ever-connected digital age, businesses can find themselves in the spotlight for reasons far beyond their control. Recently, TrueCar, an automotive marketplace, faced an unexpected reputational challenge when a former employee, Luigi Mangione, was arrested in connection with the high-profile murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Despite Mangione leaving TrueCar in 2023, his LinkedIn […]
