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The Power of Internal Communication in Today's Business Climate

By: Yliana Vilella When planning communication, companies often focus on external stakeholders – clients and customers. However, one key audience frequently overlooked is the internal audience – the employees and stakeholders within the organization and critical messaging vital to their involvement and understanding. Internal communication also plays a crucial role

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The Psychology of Valentine’s Day Marketing: What Appeals to Customers?

By: Ellie Marchiori Valentine’s Day isn’t just about hearts and flowers; it’s an opportunity for businesses to deepen their connection with customers. In the world of marketing, understanding the psychology behind customer relationships is crucial. What truly appeals to customers, and how can businesses build and maintain these connections effectively?

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Dock the Halls with… a 108% Increase in Gift Card Sales!

ISSUE: For the third year, The Dock at Crayton Cove implemented a popular holiday gift card promotion. Drawing from its past success, The Dock reintroduced the promotion to boost end-of-year sales during the shoulder season in Naples, Florida. OBJECTIVES AND STRATEGIES: PTE developed the following objectives based on industry research,

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Pushing the Envelope, Inc. Adds Yliana Vilella as Communication Specialist

Pushing the Envelope, Inc., a strategic marketing communication firm based in Fort Myers, announces the addition of Yliana Vilella, as Communication Specialist. In her role as Communication Specialist, Yliana is responsible for developing and executing strategic communication plans, including publicity, community relations, crisis communication, etc., in alignment with overall marketing

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Revolutionizing Marketing: The Impact of AI and ChatGPT in the Last Year

Yes, ChatGPT came up with that title… It’s amazing what AI (artificial intelligence) can do and how far it’s come in just one year.  At its core, marketing hasn’t changed since its inception. The core theory applies – know your target audience, provide them with an appealing offer for a

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Pushing the Envelope Collects Nearly 4,500 Items for Community Cooperative During Annual Food Drive

On November 15, Pushing the Envelope, Inc. (PTE) wrapped up its 13th Annual CAN IT! Campaign, a charitable food drive committed to assisting individuals facing hardships in Southwest Florida. Over the course of a single month, a remarkable 4,360 contributions were gathered, collectively weighing in at 2,126 pounds! Committed to

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Avoid Costly Marketing Mishaps, Get to Know Your Audience

If you get asked, “Who are you marketing to?” or “Who are you trying to reach?” You may have a simple answer to this: “My customers.” However, it isn’t always that simple. There are many factors that should be considered when developing audience profiles and communicating with them.  Before you

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3 Tips To Get Camera Ready (Media Training)

The news is hungry, and they are always looking for the next best story. This could be good or bad for your brand. Either way, a good relationship with the local media and proper media training are critical to success. The news has taken many shapes over the years. With

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Celebrating National Women's Small Business Month

As a certified women-owned and led small business, our team at Pushing the Envelope recognizes the importance of National Women's Small Business Month to highlight the advancements made by women in business and celebrate women business owners. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), in 2019, women-owned businesses represented 42%

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