Sword and the Script

MARCH 24, 2015

As a metric for content marketing, pageviews are flawed according to a white paper – Why Content Marketers Are Using All the Wrong Metrics – published by Contently. The company provides the combination of a talent marketplace and content marketing software to manage projects and campaigns.

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Measurement Marketing Analytics 60

Cision

JULY 5, 2017

How can a brand like yours be authentic, especially in its content marketing ? . Your content shouldn’t be thinly-veiled advertising, but instead, should provide useful information to your audience. If you see success in writing really long, in-depth posts, keep doing that. Yes, you want more customers.

Content Marketing 247

Content Marketing Advertising Advertising Google 247

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MARCH 12, 2024

Posting organically to social sites like Facebook and TikTok can quickly boost your brand recognition at a fraction of the price required for paid advertising. PR professionals typically have an extensive network and can help you build your brand quickly with email campaigns and content marketing that will make waves.

Social Media 79

Social Media Strategy Media Reputation 79

Waxing UnLyrical

MARCH 4, 2015

Content marketing does much more for your brand than just aid your marketing. Effective content marketing shapes your brand by giving it a face to know, like, and trust. Content marketing and becoming human. Put more succinctly, your customers know your content before they know your business.

Content Marketing 40

Content Marketing Marketing Engineering Advertising 40

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. Data and the use of data will become the great divide between marketers producing content and content marketing.

Marketing 196

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 196

Cision

APRIL 18, 2017

If you already have a list of vetted keywords from your marketing team to work from, skip ahead to step two. If not, complete the following exercise: Write down all of the questions you are asked in new business—aka sales—meetings. Write down all of the questions your customer service department is asked.

Exercises 198

Exercises Google Writing Blogging 198

wiredPRworks

APRIL 20, 2022

When I found David’s work and read his first book, I knew I’d found the roadmap to the future of marketing and PR. Thanks to David for writing the book, including me in the first one – such an honor!, and taking the time to talk about the new new rules of marketing and PR on Growing Social Now. Twitter [link].

Marketing 118

Marketing Social Media Trends Instagram 118

Beyond PR

AUGUST 9, 2016

As a content marketer, I’m always on the lookout for whatever edge will improve my content’s reach. But with so many other brands also using content marketing, the task can seem Sisyphean at times. And the benefits go beyond building awareness for your content. Full-Text Syndication.

Content Marketing 40

Content Marketing Marketing SEO Web 40

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Over the past 12 months or so, I’ve easily reviewed and written about more than 20 such PR surveys from the PR sector (there many more about marketing). Recently I went back through all the write-ups I’ve published on surveys and boiled the results down to these ten. Advertising is a distant third.

Survey 98

Survey Industry Leadership Study 98

Cision

MAY 2, 2016

.” – Emily Bell, writing for CJR. Fast forward a few months and with very little conscious thought I get much of my News briefs from the Apple News app, as well as from Facebook, Twitter, Amazon’s Alexa and (of course) Google. It is antithetical to a lot of the past thought on content marketing and publishing.

Mobile 120

Mobile LinkedIn Facebook Google 120

Cision

AUGUST 2, 2017

Working with bloggers, industry leaders, and social media stars to spread the word about your brand can have a larger — and often more successful — impact than your brand could get through more traditional advertising and content marketing. Write a blog review. She can contribute expert content on your blog.

Energy 238

Energy Writing Instagram Brand 238

Beyond PR

APRIL 12, 2016

However, earned media is also a wise (I’d even say, essential) pursuit for marketers who want their content to reach new audiences and boost conversion rates. According to the white paper, How to Drive Maximum Returns on Content Marketing with Effective Distribution , earned media is 80% more effective than owned media (i.e.,

Content Marketing 40

Content Marketing Marketing Media Reputation 40

Critical Mention

MAY 7, 2020

People have shifted to social media communication on sites like Twitter and Facebook. These kinds of mentions can help make up for a lack of advertising budget and organizations need a way to be sure they are capturing the value created through business visibility and brand growth. SCHEDULE A DEMO. Priscilla Osorio.

Media 113

Media Radio Television Sports 113

MaccaPR

OCTOBER 14, 2015

Rebranding to “LinkedIn Pulse” in late 2013 , the app has quickly become a key part of making LinkedIn a content marketing machine. LinkedIn Pulse takes your ability to promote your company’s content to a new level by sharing your knowledge in highly targeted way s. Be authentic and let your voice show when writing.

LinkedIn 48

LinkedIn Content Marketing Marketing Engineering 48

Polaris

DECEMBER 14, 2014

Most useful offline reference resource: Epic Content Marketing by Joe Pulizzi. Joe Pulizzi, the godfather of content marketing, wrote this book in 2014. It’s an instant classic that helps us achieve improved results while marketing less by doing “epic content marketing.” 2 Kathi Kruse.

Marketing 251

Marketing Resources Content Marketing Leadership 251

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 15, 2019

On Twitter. Surveys consistently show Twitter is the top social site for most reporters. I often build Twitter lists which is useful for a number of reasons including paid social campaigns just like this aimed at: Reporters that cover a space; Publications that cover a space; and. But do you know where you can stand out?

B2B 78

B2B Facebook Advertising Advertising 78

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 5, 2017

In smaller markets, like where I live, there has long been a tendency for media professionals to seek corporate roles when they become available. It’s interesting to me that the digital world is still very different than the traditional when it comes to revealing what is “advertising” and what is “news.”

Pitching 174

Pitching Journalism Video Advertising 174

Cision

OCTOBER 10, 2017

Along with your run-of-the-mill best practices in SEO, user-generated content distribution is more likely to be successful if you do the following: Collaborate with already successful publishers and experts: COVERGIRL has an influencer program set up that practically allows industry experts to create and distribute content for them.

Strategy 251

Strategy Case Study Instagram Print 251

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Marketing investment was redirected towards demand generation (content marketing, paid media) as startups looked for deal flow. As the market lifts, brands will need to raise awareness and will be ready to invest for the longer term as their horizons extend. There will be a glut of AI-generated content as well.

Writing 198

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 198

Critical Mention

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

Earned Media is publically gained content that is written about you or your brand without paid promotion or advertising. It can also be seen as word-of-mouth marketing or free advertising. The expansion of different media types opens the door for more people to write about your brand. Share Tweet Share.

Radio 104

Radio Media Newspapers Sports 104

ReimaginePR

OCTOBER 3, 2016

If you’re looking for an easy, but sure way, to define yourself as an expert in your field, here’s my advice: write an ebook. Let’s talk about why an ebook is an essential element for your content marketing strategy, and how to create and promote one for maximum effect. you may wonder. Click Here. Click To Tweet. Start Here.

eBook 219

eBook How To Writing Community 219

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 24, 2019

I review a lot of marketing studies and surveys – and write about the one I think will be helpful for readers. It’s something of a readout on the year in PR and marketing. How long does it take to write the average blog post? Read more: 3 Studies with Benchmarks for Content Marketing, Blogging and Webinars [UML].

Marketing 78

Marketing Publicity Survey Study 78

Shift Communications

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

Content creation can be one of the hardest things to plan when you first begin blogging. It’s all too easy to write about yourself and your company in a favorable light– it’s your blog after all. Once your content is established and SEO is in check, the next step is to share. Marketing Coordinator.

Blogging 161

Blogging How To SEO Analytics 161

Cision

DECEMBER 29, 2017

If you’re looking for additional channels to market your brand, which of the following are you thinking of using? Twitter, LinkedIn, or Pinterest? Build customer relationships with these tips: Write action-driven, attractive captions – encourage them to engage with your brand. You must woo your viewers into liking you!

Instagram 120

Instagram How To Guidelines Facebook 120

Cision

MAY 21, 2015

So, if you’re looking to get a daily dose of valuable info from the experts or get inspiration for starting a podcast of your own, here’s our top 50, ranked in order of Twitter followers: 1) Gary Vaynerchuk. Welcome to The #AskGaryVee show, where I answer your questions about marketing, social media, and entrepreneurship.

Social Media 120

Social Media Marketing Pinterest Media 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 21, 2016

We’ve seen how powerful real-time marketing is for consumer brands that are active on social channels. The same opportunities – and challenges – exist for B2B services and products on LinkedIn, Twitter, or other, more niched social platforms. B2B content will become more customized. Organize before you write.

B2B 120

B2B Customer Service Software Technology 120

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

Social media sites dislike external links because it takes people away from the platform which disrupts the advertising business model. For example, I have had similar observations about LinkedIn – as have many other marketers. Twitter is also cranking down the filters, and just like Facebook did, it’s doing it a little bit at a time.

Social Media 118

Social Media Brand Branding Media 118

Critical Mention

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

Advertise Strategically. Here are a few visual advertising techniques to help get you started: Advertising Color Schemes: Different colors evoke particular emotions out of people. Associative Advertising: Analyze your audience and find ways to associate your organization and them on a personal level. SCHEDULE A DEMO.

Brand 100

Brand Branding Advertising Advertising 100

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 19, 2021

So, I started tracking the community and publishing three different writing series on PR technology ( PR Tech Sums , PR Tech Briefing s, and Product Reviews ). This blog is just a cover story for an incredible marketing and PR agency serving B2B tech. I took a briefing from them last year but never got around to writing it up.

Technology 170

Technology Publicity Software Pitching 170

Beyond PR

MARCH 6, 2018

Considering the culmination of traditional advertisements (newspaper, TV, radio and billboards) and digital advertisements (banner ads, pop-ups and sponsored posts), how many advertisements a day do you think you’re exposed to? Annoyed and overwhelmed, consumers are fed up with intrusive advertising and sales tactics.

Strategy 67

Strategy How To B2C Content Marketing 67

Sword and the Script

MAY 11, 2019

Consider your audience – you know them better than anyone else – and write quality announcements about the things your company does that matter to them. Additional reading: PR, Social Media and the Imperative of Content Marketing [UML]. Why Content Marketing and Public Relations Need Each Other. Be smart about it.

Study 144

Study Media Relations Media Measurement 144

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

Both PR and marketing are concerned with promoting an organization or individual, but they go about it in different ways. Marketing is focused on promoting a product or service in order to sell it. Marketing efforts often involve paid advertising, and the goal is to reach as many people as possible in order to increase sales.

Interviews 104

Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 104

PR Fuel

MARCH 17, 2020

Most people focus on three main areas when trying to promote their business: advertising, content marketing , and public relations. A Costly Strategy: Advertising. Advertising is probably the most obvious way to bring attention to your business. Advertising uses targeting and persuasion to get its job done.

Publicity 63

Publicity Small Business Advertising Advertising 63

Cision

APRIL 4, 2016

If you’re like me, you probably greet articles about content virality with a healthy dose of skepticism. Of course anyone writing content or posting on social media hopes for the largest possible distribution, but the articles that purport to tell you how to make content go viral are oftentimes less useful than they intend to be.

Viral 120

Viral Journalism Advertising Advertising 120

Tribe Builder Media

JULY 13, 2019

Guest posting is one of the most effective tools in the world of search engine optimization, content marketing and thought leadership development. By writing a well-thought-out article for another site, you get the chance to share your expertise with an entirely new audience. Search on Twitter. Use a PR Firm.

How To 40

How To Writing Google Twitter 40

Tribe Builder Media

JULY 13, 2019

Guest posting is one of the most effective tools in the world of search engine optimization, content marketing and thought leadership development. By writing a well-thought-out article for another site, you get the chance to share your expertise with an entirely new audience. Search on Twitter. Use a PR Firm.

How To 40

How To Writing Google Twitter 40

Critical Mention

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

For instance, does direct mail work, or has digital marketing rendered it obsolete? As social media and search advertising have become integrated into our everyday lives, many believe that direct mail is an outdated way to reach consumers as smartphones allow millennials to access information, products and services instantly.

Advertising 84

Advertising Advertising Privacy Analytics 84