When PR Has to Do the Job of Customer Service

customer serviceI find SOS columns interesting–and not because of the plight of the person seeking help. For those who are not familiar, SOS columns feature everyday citizens who need assistance in resolving their issues, which typically include not receiving a service for which they paid or not receiving a refund that’s owed to them.

These citizens talk to customer service reps, supervisors and managers and still hit a dead end. It’s only after the SOS reporter calls the company and talks to the media rep that the situation gets resolved. Continue reading “When PR Has to Do the Job of Customer Service”

How to Use AI for Media Monitoring

INTRODUCTION

Artificial intelligence is changing the way public relations professionals track media mentions. Gone are the days of manual media monitoring. Tools like Meltwater, Critical Mention and Talkwalker can help monitor brand mentions, catch any issues before they escalate and stay ahead of the game.

Here are ways to use AI for media monitoring as well as three different tools that can help:

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How to Restore Your Reputation After a Deepfake

INTRODUCTION

deepfake headlinesDeepfakes are manipulated media, typically video or audio, created using artificial intelligence (AI) to superimpose a person’s likeness onto another’s body or use their voice. They can temporarily or permanently damage a person’s reputation by portraying them as engaging in activities or expressing opinions that they never actually did.

Even if the content is debunked later, the initial damage to the person’s reputation may linger. Here are ways you can mitigate the damage and repair and restore your reputation after a deepfake incident. Continue reading “How to Restore Your Reputation After a Deepfake”