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In Defense of the Cat Ladies at Christmas: Loneliness, Christmas Eve, and the women we mock.
I can’t promise it will get better tomorrow, or next month. But I can promise that it can get better.

Ellie K
Dec 22, 20254 min read


An End-of-Year Reflection on Hope, Work, and Perspective
“The screens insist everything is on fire. Real life usually isn’t.”

Ellie K
Dec 5, 20252 min read


You Can't Succeed By Hating Yourself: From Iowa to Paris and everywhere in between, I spent years feeling “not enough.” Here’s what changed and what it taught me about marketing.
If you don’t believe in your organization’s work, no one will. If you don’t believe in yourself, no one will.

Ellie K
Nov 21, 20253 min read


Good-Faith Marketing: Credibility Beats Clout in Communications
Make your brand stand out by acting in good faith.

Ellie K
Oct 31, 20253 min read


Free Speech, Good-Faith Debate, and Communications After Political Violence
“Politics is about addition, not subtraction. We persuade with words and ideas.”

Ellie K
Sep 16, 20254 min read


A Tale Of Two Substacks, Why You Should Reply To Comments, And Fun Personal Updates
Everyone must reply to comments on social media, emails, and Substack. I’m not talking about trolls, petty arguments, or people picking fights. I mean genuine questions, compliments, or comments; they deserve a response. Two Substackers: Goofus and Gallant. Gallant launched her Substack a few years ago and now has 20,000 subscribers, many of whom are paying. She replies to every comment. Even if it’s just, “Thank you!” or “Thanks for reading—glad you’re here.” It’s warm,

Ellie K
May 29, 20253 min read


Get More Out of Marketing—By Doing Less
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Ellie K
May 26, 20251 min read


Passover, But Make It Communications Strategy
Chag Pesach Sameach (Happy Passover)! Passover begins this Saturday night, so what better way to start than with a Passover-themed update? For those unfamiliar, Passover commemorates the Exodus, the story of the Israelites’ journey from slavery in Egypt to freedom in the land of Israel. It’s told in the Bible, Cecil DeMille's The Ten Commandments, and Rugrats Passover. Central to the Passover Seder is the Haggadah (Hebrew for “the telling”), which introduces us to four child

Ellie K
Apr 10, 20252 min read


Krasne Strategies In The News: PR Daily
Our Founder and Principal, Ellie Krasne, was quoted in a PR Daily article, written by Dustin Siggins of Proven Media Solutions, about biases people have about the media...and what to do about them. Industry insiders shared some other “biases” they have to help clients understand: Ellie Krasne-Cohen, Krasne Strategies – Getting media coverage isn’t like being in the mob. Communications professionals can’t just set up a meeting with the boss and get our clients coverage. The

Ellie K
Apr 3, 20251 min read


What Face Yoga Teaches Us About Communications AND Apply To Join The Marketing & Comms Coalition
A few weeks ago, I attended a women’s networking event featuring champagne and face yoga. This might sound surprising given that in my line of work my free time is dedicated to listening to marketing podcasts and scrolling Twitter for the latest in policy and legal news. But, let me explain what face yoga has to do with communications for mission-driven nonprofits. The stunningly beautiful Finnish blonde leading the session shared something simple yet profound: “What you do e

Ellie K
Mar 14, 20252 min read


What are the three main types of media?
Here’s a quick guide to the three main types of media.

Ellie K
Feb 14, 20251 min read


4 Simple Marketing and Communications Resolutions for the New Year
4 easy marketing communications solutions to help your organization get noticed by the right people

Ellie K
Jan 6, 20252 min read


Avoid the Tyranny of Metrics In Your Year-End Reports
Combine data with storytelling for impactful year-end reports! Showcase metrics with context, benchmarks, and honesty to highlight success.

Ellie K
Dec 18, 20242 min read


Marketing With Gratitude: Lessons Learned from Lincoln’s Thanksgiving Proclamation (Plus 5 Timely Holiday News Hooks)
5 positive ways to reach your audience this holiday season

Ellie K
Nov 19, 20243 min read


Your Ultimate Politics and Policy Job Search Resource Guide
Explore top job boards for policy, communications, and advocacy roles. Find career resources from freelance, to public service, to politics

Ellie K
Nov 8, 20242 min read


Avoid the Social Media Scaries: Connect With Your Audience This Halloween
It's spooky season, and here at Krasne Strategies, we love it—pumpkin spice lattes, ghost stories, and lots of decorative gourds. But of all the things that go bump in the night, the scariest thing these days might just be... social media. Monster Mash: Changing algorithms Vampires: Influencers spreading half-truths Ghosts: Viral posts that don’t necessarily bring in customers or revenue Let’s face it—social media is evolving rapidly. In 2023, Meta launched a paid versi

Ellie K
Oct 17, 20242 min read


Why Your Organization Needs Specific Email Lists
Maintaining specific email lists isn’t just about sending emails; it’s about sending the right emails to the right people.

Ellie K
Aug 5, 20241 min read


When Should Your Organization Send a Press Release?
Press releases are a widely used tool by organizations to capture the media's attention.

Ellie K
Jul 1, 20242 min read


The Three Biggest Marketing Communications Mistakes Nonprofits Make
Here are three of the biggest mistakes nonprofits make in their marketing communications—and how to avoid them.

Ellie K
Jun 3, 20242 min read


Business Networking And Why You Should "Work For Free" Sometimes
Growing a successful business means building a network of potential clients, vendor partners, referral sources, and masterminds who help you

Ellie K
Apr 3, 20242 min read
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