Stephen Waddington

AUGUST 12, 2020

Nine entrepreneurs talk about the agencies they’ve launched during the pandemic. COVID-19 is creating a wave of disruption and opportunity in the media, marketing and public relations. If you’ve started an agency during the COVID-19 crisis please get in touch. Why start an agency in 2020, during lockdown? Adam Driver.

Agency 161

Agency Meeting Crisis Energy 161

Rock the Status Quo

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

The more I work with digital agencies, the more I’m noticing a few trends in common across all of them. While they want to be a full service digital agency, they tend to excel at one thing, not everything. Digital agency – doesn’t that sound impressive and in demand? This is the first. Not usually.

Agency 188

Agency SEO Advertising Advertising 188

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Professionals across the globe share analysis and perhaps, aspiration, in offering up PR and marketing predictions for 2022. As I’ve done for the last several years , I solicited and compiled a list of predictions from professionals across the PR and marketing community. Tom Pick , Digital Marketing Consultant, Webbiquity , LLC.

Marketing 215

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 215

Sword and the Script

JULY 20, 2021

Some B2B tech companies, especially in early stages, are eager to make a splash in their respective markets. B2B tech companies are on the right track by investing in their marketing at launch, but in order for that marketing to be effective, they need to build a full content funnel for each stage of the buyer’s journey.

B2B 177

B2B Company Marketing SEO 177

NewsWhip

MARCH 31, 2021

What happens when influence outshines advertising? As the CIO Bryan Pedersen leads MSL’s digital and innovation center of excellence that includes developing new offerings and tools, as well bolstering core capabilities like storytelling and influencer marketing. MARCH 26, 2021. Watch webinar. Read transcript. Bryan: Yeah. Paul: Yeah.

Advertising 131

Advertising Advertising Data Reputation 131

Prohibition

MAY 18, 2023

According to Influencer Marketing hub , 82% of brands believe that the quality of customers from influencer campaigns is better than other marketing types. When they endorse or promote a product or service, their audience is more likely to perceive it as genuine and trustworthy compared to traditional advertising formats.

Strategy 62

Strategy Marketing SEO B2C 62

Sword and the Script

APRIL 2, 2019

It mirrors a trend that’s already underway in PR’s sibling departments in marketing and advertising. For example, there have been numerous surveys and a pile of anecdotal evidence that CMOs are bringing more marketing work in-house. So, what does this in-housing trend mean for PR agencies? Then the economy changed.

Agency 95

Agency Trends Marketing Survey 95

ReimaginePR

JUNE 15, 2020

But if you’re only now shifting into a social media-centric marketing strategy (which, again, we cannot stress enough that you should), don’t worry: it doesn’t matter when you start, it matters that you did and that you’re doing it correctly. But first: What Exactly is Social Media Marketing?

Social Media 177

Social Media Brand Branding Marketing 177

Shift Communications

MAY 10, 2022

By Lisa Zanchi, Director, Digital Marketing. Brands today are built on social, but social media marketing has never been more cut-throat. We cover Facebook, Instagram , Twitter, LinkedIn , and now Pinterest, YouTube and TikTok marketing strategy. TikTok marketing strategy. YouTube digital marketing.

Pinterest 78

Pinterest YouTube Social Media Trends 78

MaccaPR

DECEMBER 10, 2014

If the world of SEO, inbound marketing, optimized content and landing pages thrills you as a marketer, then the following interview with Clint Danks is going to be your cup of Lipton. How did the ThinkSEM agency come to focus on search engine marketing and landing pages? Well, I was sorely mistaken.

SEO 98

SEO Interviews Blogging Engineering 98

5W PR

MARCH 13, 2024

SEO In an overwhelming online landscape, don’t let your destination end up buried in pages of search results. Paid advertising Paid advertising can boost organic reach in travel marketing campaigns. Optimize the content for relevant travel searches, ensuring the destination appears in a top destination.

Travel 78

Travel Consumer Strategy Transportation 78

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Marketing and PR predictions aren’t merely forecasts, but often a reflection of our aspirations and perhaps advice – mistakes we’ve made we’d like to help others avoid. “Be There are so many thoughtful contributions – from people working on both the in-house and agency sides. Pay to pay, content grows; influencer marketing cools. “I

Marketing 190

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 190

5W PR

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

The world of marketing is rapidly changing. The world of SEO and PR are now actively working together on joint projects with shared goals and visions. The world of SEO and PR are now actively working together on joint projects with shared goals and visions. Backlinking is the bread and butter for SEO. Backlinking.

SEO 90

SEO Trends Analysis Engineering 90

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Marketing conferences have shaped my top team memories. To share the knowledge wealth, below is my list of the 20 coolest marketing events in 2020 (coming to a venue somewhere in the U.S.). Social Media Marketing World. Discover the best social media marketing techniques from the world’s top experts.”. Tech industry.

Conference 97

Conference Marketing Case Study Content Marketing 97

Cision

AUGUST 11, 2016

With the rapidly evolving landscape of the marketing mix, fueled by the MarTech revolution, the growth of influencer marketing and content marketing, and a push towards integrated communications, marketers and communicators need cutting-edge resources more than ever. Marketers need to] adapt. Marketing Land.

Marketing 0

Marketing Mobile Nonprofit Engineering 0

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Annual marketing salary survey shows remote interviews and shorter hiring process have become the norm as a consequence of the pandemic The was a cartoon going around the business world a few weeks ago that asked “who led the digital transformation in your company?” CEO CTO COVID-19 In the cartoon, the correct answer is COVID-19.

Survey 102

Survey Trends Marketing Creativity 102

5W PR

APRIL 11, 2022

Plenty of companies aren’t sure how to integrate public relations into their marketing efforts and haven’t fully grasped the benefits of PR to a business. With technology continuing to evolve, SEO has turned into a very important promotional tool for companies. Yet this tool is often overlooked. Credibility.

Publicity 97

Publicity SEO Engineering Tools 97

Prohibition

JANUARY 6, 2023

Video is a powerful PR and marketing tool, used by so many in the industry to build stronger, more impactful relationships with businesses and customers. A brand using video marketing effectively will enjoy an increase in sales, conversions, and brand image. video marketing important, good video pr, best pr video.

Video 62

Video Strategy SEO Engineering 62

Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 14, 2023

Join Forces In the ever dynamic and tumultuous world of automotive and mobility suppliers, staying ahead of the competition requires a comprehensive and integrated approach to marketing communications. a full-service integrated marketing communications firm. a full-service integrated marketing communications firm.

Mobile 74

Mobile Automotive Brand Branding 74

MaccaPR

JANUARY 4, 2018

Does your PR agency love you? Does your PR agency explode with joy when they come by your office, as they lavish you with their best ideas, assign their strongest talent to your account, surprise you with above-and-beyond ideas, and relentlessly share strategies that will push your brand and your business forward? To be honest, yes.

Agency 0

Agency Advertising Advertising Leadership 0

PR 20/20

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

Peggs is the founder of Marccx Media , a digital marketing agency specializing in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Search Engine Marketing (SEM). Before Marcxx, Peggs worked at Google in business development, forming digital media and advertising partnerships in the United States and Asia.

SEO 80

SEO Infographics Strategy Viral 80

Prohibition

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Comments by Chris Norton, Managing Director of leading insight lead communications agency, Prohibition. We’re willing to hedge our bets and say that your B2B marketing strategy didn’t exactly take off as you’d hoped last year…. How has COVID-19 changed B2B marketing? How should I plan my 2021 B2B marketing strategy?

B2B 62

B2B Strategy Marketing How To 62

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 24, 2018

Yet PR doesn’t always command the same respect as other disciplines, like advertising or direct-mail. As Greg Galant of MuckRack once observed , the advertising business is linked with iconic characters like Don Draper of “Mad Men,” while public relations is more likely to evoke Samantha Jones. PR is about influence.

Journalism 185

Journalism Advertising Advertising SEO 185

Prohibition

MAY 18, 2023

As social media platforms develop, it is becoming more and more connected to other parts of digital marketing – with SEO being one of them. Only twelve months ago, the social media platform began to investigate the possibility of search advertisements in order to become a bigger rival to Google and Microsoft.

SEO 62

SEO Engineering Google Social Media 62

Konnect Agency

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

The Basics: Marketing conversion at its simplest form is the process of turning potential customers into paying customers. As our clients become increasingly concerned with measurable marketing investments for their digital and e-commerce business, we recommend starting the conversation with a full-funnel analysis and investment plan.

Marketing 52

Marketing Consumer Advertising Advertising 52

Buzzstream

MAY 16, 2024

And yet, according to uSERP’s State of Backlinks for SEO report , guest posting is the third most popular link-building method behind content marketing and digital PR. Since you can typically add a link within the content, guest blogging has become a common link building strategy for SEOs. Do They Advertise the Price for a Post?

Blogging 62

Blogging Google SEO Writing 62

Shift Communications

DECEMBER 4, 2017

Soon advertising may be the only way to reach some select audiences. AI-Powered Personalization of Advertising. Advertising has been quick to adopt artificial intelligence, but we’ve only touched the tip of a massive iceberg. Part 4: Search Marketing. SEO and PR Merge In Some Firms. Part 5: Social Media.

Trends 161

Trends Publicity SEO Advertising 161

Shift Communications

OCTOBER 8, 2015

This series walks through the components of an SEO audit. When it comes to sales and marketing (or anything really), a lot can be learned from our enemies – err, competitors. The same holds true for SEO. You’ll get a sense for what topics they regularly discuss and how it contributes to their overall SEO efforts.

SEO 60

SEO eBook Video Conference 60

5W PR

JULY 18, 2023

Brand identity Before diving into digital marketing, it’s crucial to establish a clear brand identity. This foundation will shape the brand’s online presence and guide its future marketing efforts. Influencers Influencer marketing can be highly effective for beverage brands.

Brand 78

Brand Branding Engineering Analytics 78

Cision

MAY 12, 2017

The PR industry and SEO no longer live in two separate worlds. A strong reason for PR pros to start concentrating more on SEO. In the advanced digital landscape and a mobile-first world, digital PR is already closely integrated with SEO. They also invested too heavily in paid media vs. earned/owned.

Google 259

Google Digital PR Mobile SEO 259

The Stalwart Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2015

As plans get underway for 2016, many marketing predictions will be made. Consumers are getting more savvy about keyword-laden articles that are more advertising puffery than substantive, educative content. Here’s mine - next year might very well be the beginning of the end for stand alone Search Engine Optimization firms.

SEO 60

SEO Engineering Education Google 60

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Prospects who take PR agency searches seriously. Let’s face it, an agency search is arduous and time-consuming for both sides. Yet for a typical PR agency, particularly a small firm, participation in a formal search is a big decision and a major time commitment. But PR is not a substitute for advertising.

SEO 200

SEO Pitching Agency Exercises 200

5W PR

OCTOBER 1, 2020

The digital marketing leaders are constantly monitoring their companies’ digital performance over time, and have benchmarks in place to see if the strategies are working, and with those benchmarks, they’re also able to compare their strategies with the best industry brands. Advertising Benchmarks. Social Media Benchmarks.

Advertising 88

Advertising Advertising Measurement Facebook 88

Cision

OCTOBER 19, 2017

Using keywords that will help the right people find your website is essential for every facet of your marketing strategy from search engine optimization to social media to blogging to PR. At Cision, our marketing team is all about working smarter. You can also track results for keywords you use in your paid advertising.

Brand 208

Brand Branding How To SEO 208

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 19, 2021

Years ago, I had the opportunity to be a PR director for a publicly-traded company that developed and sold software to the PR market. While I’ve primarily done B2B tech work over my 20-year career – and strive to be diligent in becoming knowledgeable about a market and products – it’s not quite the same as being an end-user or SME.

Technology 170

Technology Publicity Software Pitching 170

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Cost-Effective In contrast to conventional advertising or marketing initiatives, newsjacking can prove to be a budget-friendly tactic. SEO Benefits Newsjacking can also be a boon for your website’s search engine optimization (SEO).

Ethics 102

Ethics Trends Social Media SEO 102

Prohibition

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Over the past few years, digital PR has become significantly more important for brands and now goes way beyond ‘building links’ It includes increased brand awareness, brand positioning, SEO ranking, marketing share, share of voice, social media performance, organic traffic, sales and more – all encompassed in one.

Digital PR 62

Digital PR Brand Branding SEO 62