Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

You can’t just spend your way to success in social media advertising. Because your customers and prospective customers get a vote. They can and do comment on paid promotions as this advertisement for AT&T Fiber demonstrates. Today, when you get ad through approval and into market…your job isn’t done.

Advertising 60

Advertising Advertising Social Media Twitter 60

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

Entrepreneur and presidential contender Andrew Yang has used his 15 minutes to warn us of the hollowing-out of key industries like retail, customer service, and trucking as a result of AI. So, why aren’t we lucky creative services types taking advantage of this? And the heart of public relations is in storytelling.

Marketing 173

Marketing Storytelling Creativity Privacy 173

Sword and the Script

MAY 25, 2021

The research company polled 15,000 consumers across 15 markets, including the U.S. It substantiates the idea that when customers trust a business, they are more likely to take actions that benefit that business. 73% are willing to pay more for the product or service. and has a margin of error of 3%. and 40% in the U.K.

Brand 111

Brand Branding Survey Customer Service 111

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JUNE 6, 2023

To the average consumer, AI likely snuck up like a mysterious, unknown entity. But to the marketing and communications worlds, the reality is that it has been used in various forms for years, having started gaining momentum around 2015. For the last several years, marketers primarily used AI for data analysis and predictive modeling.

Communications 40

Communications Marketing Technology Data 40

The Proactive Report

FEBRUARY 24, 2017

It doesn’t create social media stars and their advertising is not producing as much revenue as other networks. Used correctly, Twitter can have a huge impact on customer service, perception and reputation. Lee Odden Top Rank Marketing. Q: If it does go away how will that affect brands that use it for customer service?

Twitter 235

Twitter Customer Service Web Facebook 235

PR 20/20

JANUARY 22, 2019

Editor’s Note: The Book Clubbin’ series recaps business and marketing related books read by the PR 20/20 team each quarter as part of the agency book club. In the digital age, marketers now more than ever are looking for ways to make their companies stand out amongst all the noise. This is customized to tailor to the receiver's needs.

Strategy 55

Strategy Marketing Customer Service Consumer 55

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Understanding Social Media Ecommerce Marketing, Social Selling, and Social Commerce Social Selling Social selling is the process of forging relationships that lead to sales later. Think of it as using social media to find and cultivate potential customers interested in your offer. Access to a Vast Market.

Social Media 87

Social Media Media Mobile SEO 87

5W PR

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

This level of personalization increases engagement and helps build stronger connections with consumers. Influencer partnerships Influencer marketing has emerged as a powerful tool in digital PR. This level of responsiveness enhances customer satisfaction and helps brands establish a reputation for excellent customer service.

Viral 78

Viral Digital PR Storytelling Reputation 78

NewsWhip

JUNE 14, 2023

We value honest feedback as it plays a vital role in our continuous growth and impacts the choices consumers make when purchasing. Anonymous User in Marketing and Advertising “Simple UI; easy to use. Very rapid capturing of recently published content – faster than others in my experience.

Leadership 78

Leadership Software Customer Service Small Business 78

Shift Communications

SEPTEMBER 26, 2014

Of the many things that play into a brand’s reputation, there are a few that you have control over: customer service, your online presence, and corporate social responsibility. Make your customers happy. People trust online reviews and peer recommendations more than advertising and brand content. Marketing Coordinator.

Reputation 137

Reputation Brand Branding Customer Service 137

PRSay

DECEMBER 27, 2022

We’ve all seen users tweet about poor customer service, but via Twitter brands can offer to resolve those issues faster than any other method. The escalating war in Ukraine further restricts the petroleum market, wreaking havoc on gas prices and supply chains. Reevaluating Twitter.

Trends 126

Trends Pitching Twitter Nonprofit 126

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 18, 2018

While top-tier marketing and advertising are valuable, associated PR campaigns can help propel a brand to the next level of emotional attachment. Others are loyal because of a good experience with product quality or customer service. Customers cannot fall in love with just another face in the crowd.

Brand 149

Brand Branding Storytelling B2B 149

5W PR

JANUARY 26, 2021

The old Chinese proverb says, “The tongue can paint what the eyes can’t see,” speaks volumes for what some experts are proclaiming as the next big tool for marketers – brand voice. A recent Sprout Social poll asked consumers why certain brands stood out among their competitors. Conduct an audit of current marketing and communications.

Tools 88

Tools Product Launch Guidelines Customer Service 88

Prohibition

APRIL 7, 2022

Facebook becomes the go to for customer services enquires and launches Facebook reels. This will be one to watch for marketeers working across both platforms as the rollout will crucially flop or fly in coming months. Facebook becomes the customer service go to for consumers.

Instagram 62

Instagram Social Media Trends Media 62

Prohibition

APRIL 7, 2022

Facebook becomes the go to for customer services enquires and launches Facebook reels. This will be one to watch for marketeers working across both platforms as the rollout will crucially flop or fly in coming months. Facebook becomes the customer service go to for consumers.

Social Media 62

Social Media Trends Media Instagram 62

PR 20/20

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

A s marketers, a failed campaign is our worst nightmare. But sadly, failed marketing attempts happen every day and everywhere. So, how can teams pinpoint what went wrong and redirect marketing energy? The time is now to transform your marketing program. Some roles to consider on your marketing dream team : Content writer.

Marketing 52

Marketing Technology Internal International 52

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 21, 2016

As almost 200,000 folks get ready for their annual excursion to Las Vegas for CES (Consumer Electronics Show) , those of us who toil in B2B tech public relations will be looking for 2017 trends to better take advantage of industry moves and stake out positions for clients. And there’s also the defensive side of real-time marketing.

B2B 120

B2B Customer Service Software Technology 120

5W PR

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Authenticity” has become marketers’ favorite buzzword, and brands are now expected to always be honest and transparent in their efforts to connect with consumers. Telling consumers a brand story instead of just advertising to them is what wins trust and appreciation. By: Kaia, Social Media Manager. Partnerships.

Trends 108

Trends Airlines Social Media Crisis 108

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

As much as video content has grown in advertising, marketing, and PR , data shows that it continues to expand. Video enhances SEO, has the best ROI, keeps consumers engaged longer, and is more shareable than many other content forms. WebpageFX predicts that by next year, 90% of online content will be video. A public-facing CEO.

Video 149

Video Case Study Agriculture B2B 149

5W PR

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Digital marketing comes heavily into play around the closing part of the year as consumers gear up for the holiday season. Though consumer shopping has seen a bit of a downturn in recent years, retail is still a strong performing sector year after year as shoppers get into the gift-giving spirit.

Facebook 60

Facebook Tools Advertising Advertising 60

Prohibition

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Over the past few years, there has been a significant advancement in social media marketing. These days, customer acquisition, retargeting, retention, and support are all being carried out through social media channels across the whole consumer experience. provide customer service to their clients.

Advertising 62

Advertising Advertising Social Media Facebook 62

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

So, how did Keurig find itself in hot water this week after pulling advertising from Sean Hannity’s program? Among other brands, Keurig was targeted as a Hannity advertiser when protesters were steamed by what they saw as Hannity’s defense of Roy Moore, the Alabama Senate candidate now facing accusations of child molestation.

Brand 136

Brand Branding Advertising Advertising 136

Prohibition

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is completely transforming how we consume media. It’s important to remember that although AI-powered personalisation offers undeniable benefits, staying informed and critically evaluating the content you consume is crucial, to avoid filter bubbles.

Social Media 62

Social Media Trends Media Guidelines 62

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

At first glance, it might seem the company is in the services industry – catering to birthday parties – but the company sells playground equipment and kids’ furniture. The party room is pure marketing – of the genius variety – both because it ignites word-of-mouth and because it pays for itself. Self-Propelled Marketing.

Marketing 114

Marketing System Viral Insurance 114

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 11, 2018

As I’m wont to do at year’s end, I ask many brilliant marketing and PR types for their take on what might transpire over the next twelve months. This year, more than 20 professionals – real people that do real marketing and PR work every day – responded and with high-quality ideas that I found to be invigorating and thought-provoking.

Social Media 93

Social Media Marketing Media Creativity 93

Cision

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

It also presents businesses a conundrum: the need to reach and convert online consumers has accelerated, yet much belief about digital and social customers is counter-intuitive. Social care (customer service) continues to be one of the top reasons that people initiate social media interactions with brands.

Social Media 120

Social Media Facebook Print Advertising 120

Cision

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

As new markets keep reaching out and needing PR representation, her team is ready to jump in. With the ability to engage with companies and brands, purchase products and services and consume all or nearly all media online constantly, your communications strategies need to allow for both “big tent” ideas and targeted approaches.

Communications 253

Communications Data Local Survey 253

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 11, 2017

Avid podcast listeners consume an average of five a week – listening for four hours and 10 minutes (chart nearby used with permission by The Marketing Companion ). Not only is this a significant amount of time – but it’s quality time and so marketing has joined the crowd. 1) Marketing Audibles for Audio Search.

Tools 60

Tools Pinterest Marketing Media 60

Shift Communications

MAY 22, 2017

Legacy publications find themselves more under the gun every day, with declining subscribers and decreasing advertising revenues. Every new channel reduces the friction needed for consumers to get what they want. To remain competitive, marketing and communications companies will need to rethink what they do and how they do it.

Publicity 166

Publicity Analytics Data Advertising 166

PR 20/20

AUGUST 6, 2019

Editor’s Note: The Book Clubbin’ series recaps business and marketing related books read by the PR 20/20 team each quarter as part of the agency book club. Marketing is everywhere, whether you realize it or not. Although marketing has been around for ages, how have new consumer demands shifted the way we market?

Marketing 40

Marketing How To Customer Service Groups 40

Sword and the Script

MARCH 3, 2015

McKinsey & Company gave marketing organizations a nudge in February when it published an article on its site titled: The dawn of marketing’s new golden age. In context, the management consulting firm says advances in technology are propelling marketing into a new era that is reminiscent of Madison Avenue’s glory days.

Marketing 60

Marketing Telecommunications Customer Service Technology 60

5W PR

OCTOBER 20, 2020

93% believed that brand purpose would increase consumer trust and loyalty, while 88% felt doing so would differentiate them from their competition. Cause-related marketing, philanthropy, sustainability, and corporate social responsibility are some ways to align purpose. The study identified 21% of its respondents as “believers.”.

Brand 88

Brand Branding Survey Study 88

Masters in Communications

APRIL 22, 2019

Marketing, as a general rule, is an incredibly broad discipline. Is it advertising and promotion? Most of all, though, marketing is communication. Although it sounds simple enough, knowing where to start and how to move your marketing initiatives forward is daunting. What is Marketing as Communication?

Communications 40

Communications Marketing Advertising Advertising 40

Cision

MAY 21, 2015

But why is podcasting important to PR and marketing professionals? Welcome to The #AskGaryVee show, where I answer your questions about marketing, social media, and entrepreneurship. Tools, tips and tactics on everything marketing and social media related. SocialZoomFactor is a podcast created for business and marketing leaders.

Social Media 120

Social Media Marketing Pinterest Media 120

Newsfile

JANUARY 30, 2024

AI Integration in Daily Tasks According to the latest annual McKinsey Global Survey on the State of AI , the most commonly reported uses of generative AI tools are in marketing and sales, product and service development and service operations. Offer exceptional and empathetic customer service. and Salesforce.

Trends 105

Trends YouTube Video Social Media 105

5W PR

JULY 15, 2020

A media kit, also referred to as a press kit, is a pre-packaged set of marketing materials that promote a person, business, or cause. Customer service company Zendesk even incorporates interactive elements into their media kit, dubbed “Brandland” that allow visitors to learn about the brand, find resources, and ask questions.

How To 176

How To Media Guidelines Pitching 176

Cision

MAY 6, 2015

Advertising Value Equivalency (AVE) (the measurement equivalent of the self-esteem movement), justifies what you have by what it would have cost if you’d bought it. Marketing is responsible for X, Customer Service for Y, PR for Z. Referral codes. tool like Google Analytics. factors on the purchase path. Conclusion.

Engineering 120

Engineering How To Measurement Analytics 120