This episode explores how employees can become powerful brand ambassadors, influencing public perception and enhancing brand communication.
Abbie and Adrian discuss findings from a PR Week/Cision study showing that today's audiences increasingly trust employees' voices over paid celebrity endorsements.
This change marks a notable shift in consumer behavior and brand strategy, showcasing the critical role trust plays in modern marketing.
Read the transcript and notes for this episode on our website.
Key Takeaways
- Celebrity endorsements were once the gold standard for advertising, but times have changed significantly.
- Surprisingly, employees are now seen as the most trustworthy and influential representatives of a brand.
- Brands can harness the power of their employees to amplify messages and build trust among consumers.
- The shift in trust from celebrities to everyday employees highlights a major change in consumer behavior and perceptions.
- It's essential for companies to empower employees to share authentic experiences and perspectives on social media.
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Credits
Copper State of Mind, hosted by Abbie Fink and Dr. Adrian McIntyre, is brought to you by HMA Public Relations, a full-service public relations firm in Phoenix, AZ.
The show is recorded and produced by the team at Speed of Story, a strategic communications consultancy for PR agencies and marketing firms, and distributed by PHX.fm, the leading independent B2B podcast network in Arizona.
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