Shift Communications

JUNE 24, 2016

In this series, we’ll examine the tools, techniques, and strategies of paid advertising as they apply to public relations work. Advertising Strategies. The four advertising strategies to drive attention, awareness, trust, and behavior are syndication, brand building, direct response, and retargeting. Absolutely!

Advertising 109

Advertising Advertising Strategy Publicity 109

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Contrary to conventional wisdom, 68% of people follow brands on social media to stay informed but they do it quietly and want it without all the buzzwords; 51% say the most memorable brands on social media do one simple thing: Respond A new report by Sprout Social offers further evidence of how social media is evolving.

Survey 127

Survey Social Media Brand Branding 127

Sword and the Script

APRIL 2, 2024

Top stories in today’s summary of PR news: Cision shutters the HARO brand; Agility adds “Intelligent Insights”; PR tech company replaces employees with AI On the first Tuesday of every month, I sort through all the news I can find on PR technology or comms tech and present it in a summary post like this one. Measurement templates.

Reddit 178

Reddit Software B2B Technology 178

Cision

APRIL 5, 2016

As a content marketer, you spend tremendous time and money to create content – be it brand awareness, thought leadership or lead generation pieces. B2B marketers, in particular, are missing a huge opportunity with social advertising to promote content. Facebook makes money by selling advertising. That is staggering.

Advertising 120

Advertising Advertising Facebook B2C 120

5W PR

DECEMBER 19, 2023

In the dynamic world of media and marketing, creating a PR stunt that captures attention and aligns with your brand’s values and marketing goals is a high-wire act of creativity and strategy. When executed successfully, it can skyrocket brand awareness, generate buzz on social media, and even make headlines.

How To 78

How To Ethics Measurement Creativity 78

Prohibition

OCTOBER 2, 2019

When it comes to social media marketing , many don’t realise the true potential utilising this communications channel for B2B and corporate companies can have. That said, understanding the different opportunities when it comes to a personal LinkedIn and Twitter presences and a brand presence on these platforms is important.

Social Media 69

Social Media Corporate B2B Company 69

Prohibition

JANUARY 30, 2024

Join us as we take a look at all of the Meta, X and LinkedIn updates coming to the advertising platforms that you need to be aware of. Meta expands partnership with DoubleVerify for advertiser assurance To help with the authenticity of ad placements, Meta has expanded on its already existing partnership with DoubleVerify.

Advertising 62

Advertising Advertising LinkedIn Video 62

Sword and the Script

MAY 25, 2021

Brands earn customer trust in business by protecting their data, offering a reasonable value, focusing on the quality of their product or service and delivering good customer experiences. Trust in business is a currency that brands can’t live without. 71% trust a business with “products/services are effective/work as advertised.”.

Brand 111

Brand Branding Survey Customer Service 111

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

That makes things more interesting, and possibly more complicated, for those who work in PR for ad tech and entertainment brands. . With advertisers taking notice of the growth, there’s been an uptick in brands adding streaming to their media ad spend strategy, resulting in more streaming-specific PR goals for adtech providers.

Trends 170

Trends Advertising Advertising Video 170

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

That makes things more interesting, and possibly more complicated, for those who work in PR for ad tech and entertainment brands. . With advertisers taking notice of the growth, there’s been an uptick in brands adding streaming to their media ad spend strategy, resulting in more streaming-specific PR goals for adtech providers.

Trends 170

Trends Advertising Advertising Video 170

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

If you’re not using Facebook ads because you don’t think they work in B2B marketing , then you are among thin ranks. Several surveys reviewed by eMarketer suggest social media advertising continues to advance – and Facebook is often voted the most effective paid platform – even for B2B. req.) – by Regalix found.

B2B 60

B2B Facebook Marketing Social Media 60

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 10, 2023

As a PR agency that works with high-growth companies, including many technology brands, we talk a lot about why public relations is important for the tech industry. Digital-first publications, online video, podcasts, and even company blogs provide additional avenues for brands to connect with niche audiences.

Technology 266

Technology Television Web Social Media 266

Sword and the Script

MAY 11, 2019

PR measurement can be a bit like a self-fulfilling prophecy. On one hand, it gets dinged for a lack of measurement. On the other hand, measuring some PR activities, like earned media , is far more challenging than other forms of marketing and communications. 1) Earned media is sales enablement. a) Results may vary.

Study 140

Study Media Relations Media Measurement 140

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 11, 2021

That starts with planning earned and branded content around the schedules of target publications, as well as key dates, milestone events, and industry happenings. Though they’re typically created for advertising purposes, edcals give a PR team a topic guide for creation of press releases, blog posts and content marketing.

Pitching 308

Pitching Content Marketing Measurement Social Media 308

Sword and the Script

MAY 6, 2017

“Some 30% of respondents say when they see a brand being advertised alongside offensive material, they believe the advertiser is somehow endorsing that material; 20% do not see it as an endorsement, 33% say the brand may or may not be endorsing the material, and 16% have no opinion.”. 3) Context in measurements.

Measurement 66

Measurement Marketing Survey Advertising 66

PR 20/20

OCTOBER 14, 2021

As marketers, anything that is measurable and quantifiable should get our attention, and the week’s sessions were filled with interesting numbers. In 2017, Google had more than 7 million advertisers spend just over $10B on advertising on the platform. But on average, for every dollar spent, advertisers earned $8 in revenue.

Marketing 87

Marketing B2B Advertising Advertising 87

Prohibition

DECEMBER 30, 2018

Gone are the days of LinkedIn as merely a networking site, it is now a content platform bursting with professionals and brands eager to share their thoughts and insights. But when using LinkedIn for a B2B marketing campaign, where do you start? LinkedIn’s metrics allow you to measure real, tangible business results.

LinkedIn 67

LinkedIn B2B How To Marketing 67

Polaris

AUGUST 19, 2014

We all understand intuitively what “kicking butt” represents for our particular brand or organization. And thanks to PR measurement expert Katie Delahaye Paine , we have a tool called the Kick-Butt Index (KBI) that allows us to measure PR in a way that’s relevant for clients.

Measurement 100

Measurement Advertising Advertising eBook 100

Prohibition

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

We’re now seeing investment in digital marketing overtaking investment in traditional marketing at a rapidly increasing rate, with Britain being the largest online advertising market in Europe, and predictions that almost two-thirds of UK ad spend will be online by 2020. Set your campaign goals and make them SMART.

Measurement 62

Measurement Marketing SEO B2C 62

Prohibition

MAY 9, 2018

So then, why are B2B brands more hesitant when it comes to embracing the influencer? And, should more be done by PRs and marketeers to promote their use when planning B2B campaign activity? Don’t be confined by age old advertising templates – working with influencers is about building a dialogue with an audience via an expert.

B2B 48

B2B Marketing Strategy Corporate 48

Prohibition

MAY 9, 2018

So then, why are B2B brands more hesitant when it comes to embracing the influencer? And, should more be done by PRs and marketeers to promote their use when planning B2B campaign activity? Don’t be confined by age old advertising templates – working with influencers is about building a dialogue with an audience via an expert.

B2B 48

B2B Marketing Strategy Corporate 48

Prohibition

MAY 18, 2023

Brands of all sizes integrate influencer activity into their PR strategy as it can bring a variety of benefits. According to Influencer Marketing hub , 82% of brands believe that the quality of customers from influencer campaigns is better than other marketing types.

Strategy 62

Strategy Marketing SEO B2C 62

Cision

OCTOBER 4, 2017

As you look through an interrogative lens — analyzing brands, consumers and the media’s relationship with multimedia, it’s easy to see that visual content is the engine that steers the narrative. From online articles to advertisements to blogs to social media posts — numerous mediums are competing for your audience’s attention.

How To 282

How To Storytelling B2C Measurement 282

Sword and the Script

MAY 8, 2018

This latest survey polled 362 senior marketers and I’ve culled through the 95-page report to review the data from B2B product segment and the technology vertical, which are the markets I serve. Here are five points I think are relevant for B2B marketing leaders. Marketers from B2B product companies say their budgets grew 6.2%

Survey 62

Survey B2B Marketing Mobile 62

Onclusive

JUNE 14, 2017

Brand strategy teams set mandates around key messages by creating a boilerplate, message card, branding guidelines and so forth. Marketing’s job is then to identify key audiences and directly market to them through the lens of the brand. Marketing Goal 2: Better position your brand or product. Magazine, and more.

Marketing 170

Marketing Measurement Trends B2B 170

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

This means PR pros will need to figure out how to have their clients mentioned in these outlets and learn how to measure their success.”. Now more than ever, brands are understanding the importance of building trust and being transparent with their audiences, not to mention the value of clear communication. PR grows more in demand.

Marketing 215

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 215

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 18, 2017

There’s an old saying in marketing that half of the advertising budget is wasted, we just don’t know which half. As I reviewed other articles I might include for this week’s Unscripted Marketing links [UML], I couldn’t help but think: what would a B2B do with an extra $5 million in the marketing budget ?

B2B 67

B2B Marketing Advertising Advertising 67

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 15, 2020

1) Improving CX is the best way to distinguish your brand. The top way marketers say they can distinguish their brands this year is by improving the customer experience (CX). That’s according to the State of Branding Report 2020 by Bynder. 63% said external advertising media and digital agencies. P&L responsibility.

Study 78

Study Marketing Brand Branding 78

Doctor Spin

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Here’s a breakdown of the main differences: Objective Public Relations: The primary objective of PR is to build and maintain productive relationships for a company or brand. Marketing: Marketing primarily involves one-way communication from the brand to the consumer, influencing purchasing decisions.

Publicity 52

Publicity Marketing eBook Public Affairs 52

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

In turn, social media experts have rushed to proclaim brands should be using video to drive better engagement. Yet the cries for fostering more brand engagement persist and it’s rapidly becoming a no-win situation for marketing. In fact, engagement on social media has never mattered less for a brand.

Social Media 117

Social Media Brand Branding Media 117

Cision

APRIL 7, 2015

And as the content competition heats up, brands need to find ways to distribute their content, often through paid means like syndication and native advertising. A successful content strategy in 2015 and beyond will include brands differentiating themselves by thinking outside the traditional content marketing box.

B2C 120

B2C Content Marketing B2B Mobile 120

Sword and the Script

APRIL 11, 2020

As I look out across my peers in B2B marketing , for many of us, this is our third trip to recession rodeo – after the dot-com bust and financial crisis of 2008. We have more studies, more data and more experience both in designing and measuring marketing and marketing in a downturn. Give our services a try.

Study 94

Study Marketing Survey SEO 94

PR 20/20

OCTOBER 14, 2021

As marketers, anything that is measurable and quantifiable should get our attention, and the week’s sessions were filled with interesting numbers. In 2017, Google had more than 7 million advertisers spend just over $10B on advertising on the platform. But on average, for every dollar spent, advertisers earned $8 in revenue.

Marketing 52

Marketing B2B Advertising Advertising 52

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 17, 2019

1) Earned and branded media drive awareness and trust in B2B. Yet all the money means digital-first businesses have to contend with more noise as legacy brands bring their deep pockets to digital. That’s according to a report – 2019 Digital Brand: Awareness, Engagement & Action Index (reg.

Study 61

Study Survey B2B Advertising 61

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

That’s measured by asking respondents to rate trust on a nine-point scale from “distrust” to “neutral” to “trust.” Employers are more believable than government, media reporters with named sources, major corporations, media reports with anonymous sources, advertising and “my social media.”. 57% are neutral about trust in NGOs.

Government 139

Government Survey Ethics Media 139

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 18, 2017

Whether a brand needs B2B or B2C PR next year, the steps to manage the process are similar. A good plan starts with a full accounting of the past year’s PR initiatives and their success when measured by established KPIs. Where is your company in its public relations planning for 2018?

Exercises 136

Exercises Comparison Internal International 136

Shift Communications

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

B2B tech companies have jumped in with both feet. Of all the industries using the new format, B2C financial services – banking and retail investment brands – are using the most characters in the new format. B2B technology. Marketing and advertising. Airlines have started using more characters. Automakers.

B2C 103

B2C Airlines Pharmaceuticals B2B 103