TL:DR: In B2B, every purchasing decision carries personal risk for the person making it. That's why credibility, the confidence built through direct experience of working with you, matters more than reputation alone. Reputation opens doors. Credibility is what...
Thought Leadership articles
Making trust measurable: 5 metrics to prove your strategy is working
Trust has always mattered in B2B — but now it decides business outcomes. According to The Trust Advantage, a study carried out by EC-PR of over 200 senior technology buyers across sectors including defence, cybersecurity and manufacturing, trust now ranks above price...
Why thought leadership is your most overlooked sales accelerator
You can do everything right. Clear messaging, strong pipeline, technically brilliant product and a fair price. And yet, you still lose the deal. This is a situation that many companies face on a regular basis, and they’re left trying to find impossible answers to...
How A-SAFE became a trusted industry voice in just 12 months
Building brand authority through thought leadership: A-SAFE's 12-month success story A-SAFE is the world’s leading industrial safety barrier supplier, improving workplace safety worldwide. The company wanted to boost brand visibility, credibility and memorability,...
Why credibility matters more than coverage in B2B Tech PR
A front-page feature might feel like the pinnacle of PR success, but without credibility, it carries little weight. For B2B tech companies, where buying cycles are long and decisions involve multiple stakeholders, being seen as a trusted authority is far more valuable...
9 Reasons why CEOs & executives should be active on LinkedIn
LinkedIn isn't just a networking tool; it's a strategic communications platform that allows CEOs and business leaders to build their personal brand, foster business relationships, and showcase their company's values. With over 1 billion members in more than 200...
Thought leadership content: what works in 2025?
Thought leadership content has become a driving force in today's digital landscape. Business leaders rightly see thought leadership as a way to elevate their brands and establish authority. And PR agencies, like EC-PR, are enjoying more requests for this kind of...
How much does PR cost in 2025?
The cost of tech PR services in the UK can vary based on several factors, including the complexity of the project, the scope of work, the reputation and experience of the PR agency, and the duration of the engagement. In this blog we aim to provide you with specific...
How to develop a B2B thought leadership strategy
For B2B companies, establishing your brand as a trusted authority is more important than ever. A well-crafted thought leadership strategy does just that—positioning your business as a source of valuable insights and innovative ideas. But what does it take to develop...
Key Opinion Leaders vs. Thought Leaders: Understanding the Difference
In the world of marketing, the terms key opinion leaders (KOLs) and thought leaders are often used interchangeably. However, they represent distinct roles in influencing audiences. In this article I explore the differences and explain why understanding them matters...
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