Public relations is one of the more complicated parts of any company’s marketing approach. It can encompass a wide variety of endeavors, including:
External communications: Engaging with a broad audience of external stakeholders, including customers, investors, vendors, and potential employeesInternal communications: Speaking to internal audiences, including employees and executives, as well as boardsCrisis management: Communications planning for times of crisis or scandalPublic affairs: Communicating with government officials or organizations, including for lobbying purposesMedia relations: Building relationships with “media” figures, including news organizations, reporters and editors to reach audiences
But as more brands delve deeper into building out brand publishing