Communications Conversations

APRIL 8, 2015

The post outlined the success the New York Times brand studio (T Brand Studio) is having with their custom advertising content (referred to as “paid posts”). We’ve seen differing stats on the “effectiveness” of native advertising. And, we’ve seen many different formats for native advertising.

Advertising 60

Advertising Advertising Trends Storytelling 60

B2B PR Sense

JANUARY 5, 2018

When it comes down to it, PR can be far less expensive than advertising and offer more benefits. Handpicked Related Content. Myth #3: PR is not the same as media relations. Media relations is a subset of PR. Or you may decide that media relations is precisely what you need. Crisis management.

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Crisis Management B2B Reputation Advertising 238

Communications Conversations

JANUARY 26, 2016

Something I’ve been thinking about a lot lately: Are we over-relying on media relations in PR? I’m talking about the broader scope of PR here–media relations, content marketing, social media marketing, community relations, etc. I can’t help it.

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Media Relations Media Newspapers Print 60

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 12, 2018

A recent study by the Association of National Advertisers (ANA) and the USC Center for Public Relations found that marketers plan to increase staffing and overall spending on public relations over the next five years. But the last thing any brand wants to do is beat media over the head with non-news.

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Publicity Brand Branding Storytelling 256

PRSay

JANUARY 21, 2020

Each new season brings a flood of social media buzz, non-stop advertisements and climbing ratings. As a communicator, I’m giving my colleagues full permission to watch this guilty pleasure program without any guilt, and this is because “The Bachelor” is a textbook case in storytelling.

Communications 161

Communications Storytelling Film Training 161

Prohibition

AUGUST 25, 2023

These channels include websites, search engines, social media platforms, email marketing, and online advertising. By combining PR’s expertise in storytelling with marketing’s knowledge of the target audience, retailers can create compelling content that resonates with customers and drives engagement.

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Retail Marketing Analytics Social Media 62

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

For example, The Wall Street Journal reported McDonald’s has created a loyalty program and advertised a series of combo meals that were backed by top artists such as Travis Scott, BTS and Saweetie to increase sales and attract more customers. Perfect the Art of Storytelling.

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Brand Branding Storytelling Analytics 126

Konnect Agency

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Ignoring Media Relations: Building and nurturing relationships with the media is essential. Engage with them on social media, attend industry events, and maintain a genuine connection beyond pitching. Lack of Storytelling: Effective marketing often revolves around storytelling.

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Marketing Pitching Creativity Storytelling 52

PRSay

OCTOBER 2, 2017

According to Nielsen’s Global Trust in Advertising study , consumers trust earned media and recommendations from friends and family more than any other source. Why Data Is Required for Storytelling. Storytelling is an art, and when done well it touches on human emotion and evokes a connection. That’s where data comes in.

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Data How To Storytelling Analytics 145

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

AUGUST 2, 2023

Despite the massive increase of new channels, these time-honored mediums continue to exert substantial influence, reaching extensive audiences and providing distinct advantages that make them indispensable for public relations professionals looking to engage effectively with their target audience.

Radio 75

Radio Television Media Local 75

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Earned media still the most credible source of info Most people find independent journalism and earned media to be the most credible source of information. Advertising is a distant third. More: 21 Media Relations Insights From 3 Surveys Polling 4,000+ Journalists 5. Notice none of them cited a wire service.

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Survey Industry Leadership Study 95

Ishmael's Corner

APRIL 19, 2017

The Art Of Storytelling In Business Communications And Public Relations. In response, the FTC has made a push for disclosure on sponsored content and native advertising. appeared first on Ishmael's Corner ~ Storytelling Techniques For Business Communications. Techniques For Effective Business Communications.

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Storytelling Advertising Advertising Communications 60

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Several popular topics covered in their news & views section of their site are advertising, digital, diverse, creative and awards news. BIGfish is an award-winning team of talented storytellers, creatives and publicists that integrates traditional PR with digital media to best support its innovative clients. Take risks.

Public Affairs 172

Public Affairs Creativity Nonprofit Agency 172

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

“We are going to see more journalists build their own paid content channels – with or without backing from media outlets. Brad Marley , Chief Storyteller, Yelram Media . Public relations is HOT right now. PR grows more in demand. Dorothy Crenshaw , CEO, Crenshaw Communications . Fast-vertising.

Marketing 214

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 214

Waxing UnLyrical

APRIL 12, 2018

Public Relations is Not Media Relations. Sometimes I feel like I’m preaching to the choir, but it bears worth repeating: public relations is not media relations. Media relations is not public relations. Influencer relations, yes. In the least. Or Vice Versa.

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Media Relations Advertising Advertising Content Marketing 85

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 4, 2018

The statistics selected can be grouped are heavily weighted along the following topics: Statistics about – or for – the CMO ; Statistics about digital and B2B marketing ; Statistics about PR or media relations ; and. 10) Growing challenges of media relations. Read more: Is Media Relations Getting Harder?

Survey 104

Survey Marketing B2B Content Marketing 104

Cision

JANUARY 17, 2018

In a highly-shared article on The Atlantic recently, senior editor Derek Thompson suggested that struggling media organizations have only one option. The near future of digital news may be as tumultuous as the near past,” he wrote.

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Pitching Journalism Construction Writing 215

Sword and the Script

JUNE 18, 2019

What is for sure is that a solid PR team is versatile and can expertly cover down on a broad number of functions: internal comms, external comms, executive comms, media relations, analyst relations, corporate social responsibility, thought leadership and marcom, and as I’ve long proposed, content marketing, among many others.

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Employee Print Writing Survey 148

Sword and the Script

MAY 29, 2018

It’s not just about content, or search, or conferences, or advertising, or a webinar. Also see these related posts: Is Media Relations Getting Harder? It’s not just about content, or search, or conferences, or advertising, or a webinar, etc. 23) “Organic media relations is MUCH harder these days.”.

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Corporate Communications Survey Employee 74

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MAY 23, 2023

But other less-traveled-to areas within the industry can still benefit from spending on PR, marketing communications and advertising. Content creation and storytelling: PR can create compelling and engaging content that showcases the unique aspects of a destination or travel service.

Travel 40

Travel Tourism Airlines Hotels 40

Onclusive

MARCH 21, 2018

Breaking down silos between Paid, Earned & Owned media through continuous storytelling. In December 2009, Forrester defined what it called the three new media options for interactive marketers: “paid, earned and owned.” The new continuous storytelling cycle. We are all familiar now with the PESO model.

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Storytelling Media Infographics Advertising 281

Bianchi Biz Blog

JANUARY 7, 2021

After talking with Mark to learn more about Company B, its business and its goals, we recommended an ongoing PR program, which would meld storytelling, publicity, media relations and thought leadership, and would work in concert with, and amplify, the company’s growing in-house social and digital media and communications efforts.

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Agency Automotive Company Mobile 96

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

I think non-PR folks sometimes think of it like advertising or marketing where you can “pay to play” and see relatively immediate, measurable results. In addition, we (as an industry) are just now truly figuring out how we should measure our results rather than comparing our value to advertising (AVEs, ugh).

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Measurement Course Advertising Advertising 60

Critical Mention

OCTOBER 29, 2019

PR pros can deliver exceptional multimedia experiences by spreading their brand’s updates and releases across TV, radio, social media and online publications. In addition to learning how to deliver information across all mediums, PR pros must be strong storytellers and know how to navigate and tailor messages to the targeted audiences.

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Radio Television Social Media Sports 92

Solo PR Pro

OCTOBER 18, 2022

A big misconception about public relations is that the only thing PR pros do is media relations. Here's how the Public Relations Society of America defines public relations : “Public relations is a strategic communication process that builds mutually beneficial relationships between organizations and their publics.”.

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Media Relations Media Social Media Internal 97

Presspage

MARCH 13, 2018

In January, the social media platform announced it was making branded posts less prominent in users’ news feeds, dramatically decreasing organizations’ already struggling reach. Andrew Brown, director of media relations and online content for Kalamazoo College , warns PR pros not to panic.

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Facebook Social Media Analytics Blogging 113

Cision

DECEMBER 28, 2015

Timely traits to employ a winning stance include networking and aligning interests in tandem with award-winning storytelling abilities and marketing prowess. This may mean a unique blend of marketing, social media and advertising practices into the PR mix in 2016. How To Win It.

How To 120

How To Agency Creativity Pitching 120

The Hoffman Agency

MARCH 20, 2017

Unlike advertising agencies, PR agencies promote companies or individuals via earned media (i.e., editorial coverage on newspapers, magazines, TV programmes), as compared to paid media (i.e., advertisements). Media relations is close to naught if PR consultants do not think with a sales hat on. Is that all?

Publicity 63

Publicity Construction Agency Advertising 63

The Hoffman Agency

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

At Hoffman we’re increasingly executing integrated communications campaigns that roll earned, owned and paid media into a single client budget to reach B2B audiences. These campaigns are some of our favorites to build and run, since the synergy between owned and paid media creates exciting results for us and our clients.

Advertising 36

Advertising Advertising B2B Facebook 36

Sword and the Script

MARCH 10, 2019

My hypothesis is that PR agencies – and its siblings in marketing and advertising – are entering the early stages of a similar trend. Media Relations is Hard and Getting Harder. A majority (68%) of PR professionals say media relations is getting harder or much harder. content marketing (64%). white papers (36%).

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Survey Media Relations Corporate Communications 98

Doctor Spin

MAY 30, 2023

His innovative marketing techniques and relentless pursuit of the extraordinary laid the groundwork for many modern public relations strategies. Barnum (1810–1891) was a savvy publicity showman, one who impacted particular aspects of public relations and advertising, primarily event planning, event promotion and true publicity/media coverage.

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Publicity eBook Ethics Resources 52

Bad Pitch Blog

OCTOBER 30, 2009

He also teaches creativity, consumer behavior, copywriting and the history of advertising at The Ohio State University and the Columbus College of Art & Design. But there was some wonderful synergy between my presentation on storytelling and Artie’s presentation on social media as a vehicle for creativity.

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Pitching Creativity Storytelling Advertising 46

Mora Communications

OCTOBER 2, 2017

For Addiction Specialists, having your voice heard and taking the time to establishing yourself as an expert in the field of Addiction Medicine can be an opportunity to reach the patients who need your services the most, this is not done through marketing and advertising alone. Effective PR is effective storytelling.

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Television Print Radio Newspapers 40

The Hoffman Agency

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

The answer to his question is, of course, that it’s relatively straightforward providing you dig into your wallet for some advertising. I once had a client stand up in a meeting, bang on the table, and bellow, “ For Christ’s sake — how difficult is it to get in The Times? ” But for earned editorial, it’s very much not straightforward.

Publicity 36

Publicity How To Agency Pitching 36

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

b) More pay-to-play opportunities to participate in national media relations opportunities. c) More companies create their own content and channels to reach audiences instead of traditional media channels. Brad Marley , Yelram Media Chief Storyteller, Yelram Media. “I see a few things.

Marketing 189

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 189

PR 20/20

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Graphic designer / visual storyteller. Or use these events to drive media relations and community conversation. To start, pull associated costs in areas like software (marketing automation, CRM system, web hosting), advertising, partners (agencies, designers), and events (tradeshows, webinars). Data analyst.

Marketing 52

Marketing Technology Internal International 52

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Building competitive advantage using PR programs comprised of media relations , reputation management , brand positioning , and content marketing can help a young tech company achieve prominence. Quality PR practitioners are expert storytellers. For an early-stage technology business, differentiation can be everything.

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Storytelling Reputation Technology Content Marketing 226