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. It was a very humbling experience.

Reddit 178

Reddit Software B2B Technology 178

Sword and the Script

MAY 7, 2024

Highlights included: There are more and more queries every day and the service has gain some 17,000 subscribers in just a couple of weeks; Using generative AI to pitch HERO queries is forbidden. “Generative AI is the new ‘don’t pitch off topic.'” a reporter has all the sources they need.

Software 86

Software Pitching Technology B2B 86

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 2, 2018

Technology companies gearing up for a new product launches know full well they’re adding to a crowded marketplace. It can be particularly challenging for B2B startups offering SaaS or other tech services to generate visibility when the category isn’t new. Save the sales pitch for customers. Tap into the larger story.

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Technology Product Launch B2B Software 157

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 13, 2020

The most effective blogs in B2B marketing tend to publish longer posts, more frequently, with visuals, paid distribution and analytical measurement Blogging doesn’t have the appeal that voice search, personalization or influencer marketing do in B2B marketing, but when it’s done right, it’s surely effective, according to a new study.

B2B 151

B2B Study Blogging Marketing 151

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 28, 2016

Earning coverage in the top-tier tech press is a mainstay for any technology PR program, whether your brand deals in consumer tech or B2B services. Universal pitching rules apply here, but a few twists are in order when it comes to getting out technology news. Is programmatic TV advertising reaching a tipping point?

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Pitching Technology Trends Consumer 180

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 21, 2016

Working in B2B public relations probably isn’t what idealistic young people dream about, but that doesn’t mean misconceptions about it are true. B2B PR has endured as a successful part of many a company’s growth strategy, and it can be an exciting field for PR professionals. B2B doesn’t have to be dull!

B2B 120

B2B B2C Product Launch Creativity 120

Cision

NOVEMBER 2, 2015

Last week, I attended MarketingProfs B2B Forum, a place specifically geared to educate business-to-business marketers. I decided to compile five of the best quotes from the forum for some B2B marketing inspiration. There were many great speakers who shared gems of information. Want more media coverage for your brand? Register today!

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B2B Marketing Content Marketing Technology 120

Sword and the Script

JUNE 6, 2023

The survey found: 57% are crafting pitches; 48% are writing copy for social media; 48% are writing press releases; 44% are using it for research; and 25% say they are using it for strategy and planning. Nearly three-quarters (73%) say they are using gAI, according, to a survey of 1,000 B2B and B2C marketing professionals in March by Botco.AI.

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Survey Software B2B Pitching 149

Sword and the Script

JULY 3, 2018

Outbrain is one most recognizable brands in advertising technology (adtech). Usually, it’s a handful of eye-catching photos and click-bait style headlines that pitch insurance, credit cards and indoor antennas. Opt-in advertising? What Exactly was Outbrain Pitching? Would you opt-in to ads? Talk to Us !

Content Marketing 64

Content Marketing Pitching Marketing Advertising 64

The Proactive Report

OCTOBER 21, 2020

A lot has been said and written about how technology has changed the practice of PR. If you are in the B2B space, use LinkedIn to publish content. Then use social advertising to drive the right audience to this content and build up your following. Content is all done with communication techniques. Building Thought Leadership.

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Leadership Pitching Social Media YouTube 162

Flack's Revenge

JULY 11, 2018

The pitch is delivered, building to a crescendo – the “a ha” moment in which the idea comes into focus. Most who are familiar with the concept of a Big Idea know it from the world of advertising. Usually delivered via the pitch, the big idea captivated agency clients and brought each episode to a climax. Or maybe Dracula.

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Insurance Insurance Advertising Advertising 204

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Propel, which is headquartered in Tel Aviv said its technology is currently being used by elements of the Israeli government and NGOs in its armed conflict with Hamas. “Beyond mitigating the physical or cyber damage, there is also a fight to ensure that an organization’s reputational damage is mitigated.” click image for higher resolution) 2.

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Employee Software Survey Tools 137

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

This was true of every industry, except PR technology. I think it suggests a general lack of R&D among the traditional technology providers in PR. Here’s a list of PR technology companies I’m watching , and here’s how vendors can get on my radar. >>> For the most part, they still are silent.

Software 122

Software Technology Advertising Advertising 122

Landis PR

JULY 31, 2023

Now, more than a half century since the birth of artificial intelligence, mass interest and adoption of the technology has accelerated in recent months, thanks to publicly available software like ChatGPT and Character.ai. The other day, I asked ChatGPT to do a pitch for me, and it gave me this four paragraph long pitch.

Communications 97

Communications Marketing Pitching Technology 97

Onclusive

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

1 Paid search, display ads, social media, online video advertising and email marketing will grow to 46% of advertising budgets 2. With digital convergence, PR and media communicators are no longer just the traditional writers of press releases or distributors of media pitches. Think again.

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Measurement Data-Driven PR Survey Storytelling 231

Sword and the Script

MARCH 14, 2023

Former PR agency leader is a building software product focused on improving PR pitches with two different types of artificial intelligence I’ve started to use ChatGPT to rewrite and suggest alternate headlines. In 2010, he sold his agency to an advertising holdings company for an estimated $10-$15 million.

Software 86

Software Media Relations Pitching Media 86

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Placing a piece of industry hardware on the company mantle can be a nice PR win for a B2B company at any stage. For B2B technology companies, publications like The Drum , Digiday, Campaign, Forbes, and Ad Age all put on annual award programs. B2B campaign case studies have the same basic story structure.

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Case Study B2B Conference Industry 136

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 30, 2022

This summary of PR technology news – the PR Tech Sum – is back after a two-month hiatus. Digimind’s technology uses AI solutions and machine learning to provide global social media listening and comprehensive analysis across all major social platforms,” the company said in a press release. I do have a sense of humor. PR content picks.

Publicity 86

Publicity Survey Enterprise Pitching 86

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

For an early-stage technology business, differentiation can be everything. Here are some ways PR builds competitive advantages for young technology companies. It’s not enough to just pitch stories anymore. Top PR teams do more than merely pitch media. PR lets you play with the big boys. PR builds key relationships.

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Storytelling Reputation Technology Content Marketing 226

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 13, 2016

Webinars have long been a staple of B2B marketing. For example, ON24 , which provides technology for hosting webinars, says these online presentations are a top lead generation tactic. Below are 12 ideas on precisely how to drive better results from your B2B marketing webinars. Are Facebook Ads Any Good for B2B Marketing?

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B2B Infographics Interviews eBook 60

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 14, 2018

The report didn’t break out numbers for the remaining challenges of “fake news, blurred lines between editorial and advertising, and issues around freedom of the press.”. Also, see these related posts: How to Generate Media Referenceable B2B Customers with a Blog. 10 Fundamentals for Successful B2B Media Interviews.

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Survey Report Media B2B 102

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

For example, I was recently perusing a corporate B2B technology blog about an awards program a vendor had established. The point of which was to recognize customers for doing great things with their technology. If you enjoyed this post, you might also like: What Does It Take to Implement Content Marketing Effectively in B2B?

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Brand Branding B2B Exercises 71

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

And, given the vast amount of time I pour into writing about PR technology , I’m really pleased with the long list of contributions from the PR technology vendor community. be the year that some SaaS vendor figures out how to manage and market B2B influencer marketing at scale. My own predictions are listed at the very bottom.

Marketing 190

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 190

Doctor Spin

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

In an era where consumers are increasingly sceptical of advertising and corporate speak, PR offers a more authentic and credible way to communicate with the public. While advertising can support such endeavours, the driving force is usually public relations. Because in a democracy, public opinion will ultimately shape public policy.

Publicity 52

Publicity Public Affairs Journalism Corporate 52

Sword and the Script

JULY 18, 2017

Consumer technology has had a serious impact on expectations for business software. The colloquial phrase for this trend is the “consumerization of information technology.” The colloquial phrase for this trend is the “consumerization of information technology.” 12 Ways to Leverage Your Existing Investment in B2B Webinars.

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Trends Marketing Software Media 76

Sword and the Script

JUNE 26, 2018

That’s a valuable amount of attention to hold and the money has followed, as Alex Weprin reported for the Media Post : “Podcast advertising revenue in the U.S. grew at a substantial rate in 2017, hitting $314 million, according to the latest Podcast Advertising Revenue Study, released by the Interactive Advertising Bureau and PwC.

Marketing 86

Marketing B2B Interviews Content Marketing 86

Sword and the Script

MARCH 27, 2018

As it’s noted in the analysis around the full report , “While publishers have made gains with paid digital subscriptions, content studios and native advertising, the last decade has been widely one marked with cuts to editorial staff.”. Most of my experience in media relations comes from a B2B technology perspective.

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Media Relations Media Trade Shows Journalism 76

Sword and the Script

APRIL 27, 2019

A deluge of pitches. “75% 75% of journalists say fewer than a quarter of the pitches they receive are relevant or useful.”. The industry is already geared to sex up stories to land coverage – news by definition covers anomalies – and the ante for pitching angles that are more outrageous gets higher and higher.

Survey 93

Survey Journalism Study Pitching 93

Doctor Spin

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

This includes identifying customer needs, developing products that satisfy those needs, setting prices, determining distribution channels, and promoting the products through various forms of advertising and promotion. While advertising can support such endeavours, it’s all about PR.

Publicity 52

Publicity Marketing eBook Public Affairs 52

Cision

APRIL 7, 2017

In this interview, Daher sat down to discuss with me the challenges of being a new agency owner, how to deliver effective pitches, and how she’s embracing the many changes in the field of PR. I initially entered college seeking a career in broadcasting, transitioned to advertising, and then found my true calling in PR.

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Pitching Agency Social Media Creativity 228

Sword and the Script

JUNE 12, 2018

PR pros, who at that time, were still new to a feature that Microsoft introduced around 1995, were sending pitches or releases by email with tracked-changes still on. The commentary in the tracked changes was corny, so question is, could this work in B2B marketing ? The B2B Advantages of Working with a Boutique PR Firm.

Creativity 60

Creativity Infographics B2B Corporate 60

Shift Communications

FEBRUARY 9, 2015

While job seekers and people making career transitions provide marketers with an opportunity to glean intelligence about a company, it’s the employees of corporations who are decision makers, especially in B2B marketing. Even communicators could potentially use the service for pitching, if your media targets tend to be active on LinkedIn.

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LinkedIn B2B Advertising Advertising 60

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Welcome to the first PR technology summary ( PR tech sum ) of 2020. For those new to it, the PR tech sum, it’s a monthly roundup of all the news coming from the vendor community that develops and sells PR technology. And now, here’s this month’s PR technology summary…. What does this have to do with PR technology?

Software 103

Software Analysis Data Tools 103

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

Marketing efforts often involve paid advertising, and the goal is to reach as many people as possible in order to increase sales. Adaptability: PR is a rapidly evolving field, and PR practitioners must be able to adapt to new trends and technologies in order to be successful. And in B2B marketing it already does.

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Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 100

Sword and the Script

MAY 22, 2018

If you’re into the technology marketing scene, chances are you do too – because he’s everywhere. He’s been an independent consultant since 2006 and helps B2B companies with online marketing. Advertising was extremely expensive. He’s one of those social media connections I’ve never met in person but have known for about a decade.

Marketing 62

Marketing B2B Print Technology 62

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 10, 2019

We can measure the initial impacts of marketing and advertising efforts almost immediately, but that doesn’t mean we should. True ROI can only be effectively measured by letting a campaign play out for as long as a company’s sales cycle, which in B2B can be months or even years. 5) Marketers will slow down.

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Marketing Content Marketing Advertising Advertising 101

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 14, 2019

Earlier this year, Muck Rack , one of the PR technology vendors I’m tracking, published a survey of 700 reporters for a report it calls State of Journalism 2019. The best pitches are short emails in the morning. 93% of reporters prefer 1:1 email pitches, although 19% said mass emails and newswires are okay. Exclusives matter. “76%

Survey 77

Survey Media Relations Report Media 77