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Why PR agencies need better CX – client experience – as a competitive edge

Impact Porter Novelli's Claire Lawson makes the case for a client experience revolution within PR saying that the human aspects of PR – insight, partnership, and strategic thinking – are what will set agencies apart.

Claire Lawson, Managing Director, Impact Porter Novelli - IPN - on client experiencesClaire Lawson, Managing Director, Impact Porter Novelli

Let’s be frank – the PR industry is obsessed with winning. Securing a high-profile client, launching viral content, or crafting an award-winning campaign, agencies invest heavily in pitches and execution … and can’t wait to write that self-congratulatory LinkedIn post. Yes, I’ve been guilty of this myself, but this isn’t about me…

Despite the noise about success, client churn remains a major issue. Why? Because results alone don’t keep clients loyal – the experience does.

A long-term client once shifted part of their business to a local Saudi agency, dazzled by a compelling pitch and strong market insights. Within months, they realised the agency lacked the quick turnaro


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