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Iterations: Inception, Courtesy Of Public Relations

Remote PR Jobs

So began The Economist’s obituary for Daniel Edelman in January 2013, a sharp eulogy commemorating the life of a public relations giant. Before we answer this question, we must not conflate advertising or marketing with PR. In grossly simplified terms, marketing creates a platform for sales. PR, when it hits, scales.

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Will native advertising eventually be PR’s demise?

Communications Conversations

The post outlined the success the New York Times brand studio (T Brand Studio) is having with their custom advertising content (referred to as “paid posts”). We’ve seen differing stats on the “effectiveness” of native advertising. And, we’ve seen many different formats for native advertising.

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Digital is Driving PR Industry Growth

The Proactive Report

In 2013 87% of US companies were already using social media marketing. 28% of marketers have reduced their advertising budget to fund more digital marketing (Gartner). 28% of marketers have reduced their advertising budget to fund more digital marketing (Gartner). The digital PR agency has a bright future. Search is #1.

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M&A as a Shortcut to Content Marketing Results

Sword and the Script

In 2013 it shuttered after 30 years. At the time, digital advertising was squeezing print publications, but as a long time PR professional, it was a shock to see the company close so suddenly. A few months later, the parent company of a PR technology vendor swooped in and acquired the company out of bankruptcy.

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Managing The Risks Of Influencer Marketing

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Influencer marketing programs are a godsend for PR agencies and others who look to combine the third-party endorsement of earned media with the credibility of word-of-mouth marketing. Something similar happened with YouTube video gaming network Machinima, which was involved in the promotion of X-Box in 2013. Compliance.

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I Sold PR 20/20, but That’s Just the Start of the Story

PR 20/20

I started PR 20/20 in November 2005 out of a spare bedroom in my Cleveland home with a $25,000 loan and a belief that there was a better way to build an agency. Fueled by a mix of youthful exuberance, adrenaline and caffeine, I set out to redefine the marketing agency model with a focus on standardized services and value-based pricing.

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Blogger Outreach Versus Media Relations: What Marketers Need To Know

Polaris

According to a 2013 Technorati study , blogs are one of the most important online sources of purchase influence. On the other hand, independent bloggers rely on advertising and sponsors to make a living. In many cases, your agency or communications staff will have relationships with the key journalists in your niche.