Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 22, 2020

B2B marketers that outperform peers are more likely to devote 40% or more of their marketing budget to long-term goals, according to a survey of 450 respondents. Source: Effective Thought Leadership in B2B ). B2B sales cycles are taking longer. Source: B2B Sales Cycles ). Source: US B2B Tradeshows ).

Survey 174

Survey Marketing B2B Study 174

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 3, 2018

PR , advertising, and marketing should be working together as well-oiled gears in a powerful machine that propels a brand toward success. Especially in the B2B tech sector, PR programs are essential to gaining competitive advantage in a crowded marketplace. PR can shine beat in B2B tech. B2B decision-makers rely on research.

Advertising 178

Advertising Advertising B2B Reputation 178

The Proactive Report

JANUARY 31, 2017

While B2C brands have been hitting content marketing full-bore, B2B companies have been a little more circumspect. Many B2B marketers have discovered that creating effective content that gets results is not the easiest task. According to a study by DemadnWave whitepapers, case studies, videos and infographics work well.

B2B 100

B2B Infographics B2C Case Study 100

Shift Communications

MAY 14, 2015

Living on the B2B side of the house, I’ve been thrilled by the enthusiasm we’re seeing for deeper understanding on how these elements play into our PR programs and the RFP’s we’re receiving. I n other words, when it comes to marketing, what are more “traditional” B2B companies doing these days?

B2B 60

B2B Marketing Construction Analytics 60

Stephen Waddington

JANUARY 9, 2019

Machine learning, leaky funnels, value exchange, hypertargeting, and customer advocacy are all opportunities for B2B marketing in a new report by Metia. We’ve published a report this week by my colleague Pete Morgan that explores new approaches to B2B marketing while also recognizing the importance of fundamentals.

B2B 60

B2B Report Case Study Infographics 60

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 6, 2015

That’s my sense after reading the new B2B Content Marketing 2016 Benchmarks, Budgets and Trends – North America report. Now in its sixth year, the report is derived from a survey of 1,521 North American B2B marketers. My perspective on last year’s B2B survey can be found here: Study: Effective Content Marketing Has One Element.

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Survey B2B Marketing 60

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 13, 2016

Webinars have long been a staple of B2B marketing. Below are 12 ideas on precisely how to drive better results from your B2B marketing webinars. Every brand dreams of having its own hashtag, however, I generally think brands should be very cautious here. Are Facebook Ads Any Good for B2B Marketing?

B2B 60

B2B Infographics Interviews eBook 60

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 21, 2018

For many B2B technology brands, data is not only a business asset, but a PR tool. What we call a “data bureau” – the ongoing release of fresh and relevant information as part of a B2B PR program – can generate strong media interest in the absence of hard news. 5 reasons to embrace data-driven PR.

Storytelling 189

Storytelling Data Data-Driven PR Infographics 189

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

PR practitioners have long helped clients amplify video content through social media promotion and earned media coverage, but they may be underusing video as branded content. As noted in our post on long-form content , a CEO can help influence a corporate image as well as build a personal brand through regular video communications.

Video 149

Video Case Study Agriculture B2B 149

Prohibition

JANUARY 29, 2024

Incorporating visual elements like eye-catching imagery, infographics for stats, or videos to enhance the reading experience. As long as that suits your brand image! Serve value Your audience’s time is precious, so ensure every word counts. Provide actionable insights, tips and thought-provoking analysis.

Blogging 62

Blogging SEO Engineering Mobile 62

Onclusive

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

New PR serves three pivotal roles to build your corporate brand and support your sales and marketing organizations: PR is digital storytelling through content and social amplification. PR is the guardian of your brand equity and reputation. Social media is a game changer, and it starts with PR and communications. Think again.

Measurement 231

Measurement Data-Driven PR Survey Storytelling 231

Prohibition

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

It’s a great way to start designing some stand-out graphics for your socials and infographics, with plenty of templates to choose from if staring at a white square scares you! It’s important to keep your brand and feed looking authentic so too many designed assets will have an opposite effect.

Content Marketing 62

Content Marketing Tools Strategy Marketing 62

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Building relevant links can help you rank better for key terms, increase traffic, and build brand awareness. Not every tactic will fit each brand, and each requires a different amount of effort to see success, so we’ve highlighted this in the breakdown below. Here are some real-life examples from SaaS brands.

Examples 133

Examples Software Pitching Tools 133

Cision

JANUARY 9, 2018

Brands are investing more time, resources and budget into publishing high-quality content with the goal of attracting, engaging and converting customers throughout the buyer’s journey. Infographics. Informative, aesthetic infographics drive immense engagement. Content, content and more content. How to do it? How to do it?

Case Study 210

Case Study How To Infographics SEO 210

Contently - Strategy

JULY 20, 2020

A few weeks ago, I took part in a Zoom roundtable for B2B marketing executives. When I say “content,” I’m not just talking about top-funnel blog posts or infographics. Just look at how much content the average exec B2B. In reality, it was more like a therapy session. For some, this is intuitive.

LinkedIn 141

LinkedIn Trade Shows Case Study B2B 141

Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Here’s an example of how I helped get [Site/Brand] to rank for [target keyword] here [link]. Subject Line: Missing link on your [Website Name] article Hi [First Name], I noticed [Website Name] mentioned our [brand/product] in your recent post (thanks again!), If you’re interested, I can write this article for you.

Pitching 87

Pitching Infographics Survey Resources 87

Prohibition

MAY 22, 2023

Whether it is an animated infographic or a floating head interview clip, a video is likely to be more engaging to a viewer than a static infographic or a still from the interview with quote text. This is the most popular ad type for bringing more insight and personality to an ad.

Creativity 62

Creativity Social Media Advertising Advertising 62

Cision

APRIL 23, 2015

It means brands will have to invest in content creation. The most successful B2B and B2C communicators of today have adopted these new ideas with open arms, quickly adopting new tactics. A recent study by the Content Marketing Institute and MarketingProfs shows: 2015 B2B Content Marketing Trends. Know it holistically,” he says.

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Strategy B2C Marketing 120

Sword and the Script

JUNE 11, 2019

Registration forms are a measurable source of potential sales prospect; 44% of B2B marketing organizations say they gate content and of those “close to two-thirds (62%)…cited earning qualified leads as their reason for doing so.”. I like to see things like case studies and infographics freely accessible. landing pages).”.

B2B 118

B2B Mobile Content Marketing SEO 118

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 6, 2017

Just because a team launched a new B2B tech service doesn’t mean that the B2B tech category is best for the entry, and often it pays to enter in more than one category. New competitions crop up often, so it pays to keep up-to-date. Don’t limit yourself to the “obvious” category. Be strategic about your entries.

B2B 168

B2B Video Exercises Infographics 168

Prohibition

DECEMBER 13, 2022

There’s a vast amount of campaign types for your brand to use to grow online authority, everything from infographics to hero campaigns, to newsjacking campaigns. An example of a survey led digital PR campaign is one we did for a leading food and drink brand , Black Sheep, who champion quality cask ale. Proactive digital PR.

Digital PR 62

Digital PR Analysis B2C Examples 62

Landis PR

DECEMBER 11, 2023

If you can get your planning right today, you’ll have an aligned brand message with business objectives, enhance visibility, and be able to build enduring relationships with your audience. Develop a Strong Brand Message: Your brand message should be clear, consistent, and reflective of your company’s values and mission.

Strategy 59

Strategy Company Communications Construction 59

Landis PR

AUGUST 23, 2021

I also think it’s wacky when I get asked to publish an infographic. Then, I entered the B2B world by accident and quickly realized that there are plenty of famous people in the B2B space. Understand the brand first. I’ve also had PR folks look at our editorial calendars and ask to be a part of every topic every month.

Meeting 69

Meeting Media B2B Transportation 69

Sword and the Script

APRIL 13, 2019

Statistics that stood out: With the exception of B2B product companies (7%), marketing budget growth slowed to 5% where it’s been ruining at 6% or better since August of 2016. B2B product companies spend 8.7% Generally, “B2B product companies outsource marketing at 2X the rate of other sectors.”. in the next 12 months.

Study 113

Study Survey Infographics B2B 113

Cision

APRIL 7, 2017

Kristin Daher, the President and founder of Powerhouse Communications , spearheads the creative communications agency providing a wide range of media relations, brand strategy, and social media services with a specialty in the foodservice and franchise space. What are some of the key components of an effective brand communication strategy?

Pitching 228

Pitching Agency Social Media Creativity 228

The Proactive Report

JULY 23, 2018

According to research from the Content Marketing Institute, 91 percent of B2B brands and 86 percent of B2C brands use it. Only 37 percent of B2B marketers and 38 percent of B2C marketers have a content marketing strategy.). That’s something PR practitioners should be able to grasp quite easily. Owned Media.

Google 113

Google Guidelines Web B2C 113

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

The minute a profile appears on your CEO, or a brand spokesperson kills it on a live broadcast interview, it’s time for the social media team to get involved. This means posting links and images to all brand social accounts of course, but there are also opportunities to get more creative. Socialize all coverage. . Say thank you.

Interviews 136

Interviews Pitching Infographics Print 136

Barokas

JULY 3, 2019

In a DemandGen Content Preferences survey , B2B buyers confirmed the importance long form content plays in their decisions. Most of the information our brains process is visual, so make sure your message is conveyed using compelling imagery and quality design that is consistent with the overall look and feel of your brand.

Case Study 100

Case Study B2B Survey Education 100

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Building relevant links can help you rank better for key terms, increase traffic, and build brand awareness. Not every tactic will fit each brand, and each requires a different amount of effort to see success, so we’ve highlighted this in the breakdown below. Here are some real-life examples from SaaS brands.

Examples 62

Examples Software Pitching Tools 62

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Building relevant links can help you rank better for key terms, increase traffic, and build brand awareness. Not every tactic will fit each brand, and each requires a different amount of effort to see success, so we’ve highlighted this in the breakdown below. Here are some real-life examples from SaaS brands.

Examples 62

Examples Software Pitching Tools 62

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 10, 2019

3) Brands blur the lines between company and friend. We’re used to seeing communications and interactions with brands that are personalized. Similar to the algorithms which drive many of our online purchases, brands will begin to communicate with their customers as if they have personal connections with them.

Marketing 99

Marketing Content Marketing Advertising Advertising 99

Cision

APRIL 30, 2015

Infographic? Use these five outside-the-box content marketing media to build your brand and better engage your target audience: 1. Use these five outside-the-box content marketing media to build your brand and better engage your target audience: 1. Quick Original Programming Tip: Stay true to your brand.

Telecommunications 120

Telecommunications Content Marketing B2C Video 120

Shift Communications

DECEMBER 18, 2014

For example, if you’re a B2B technology company, you hopefully have a fairly good idea of where your desired buyers spend time in the media. Brands often have baseline style guides, but style guides aren’t enough. As a program gets off the ground, you should have baseline information about where your brand stands currently.

Data 157

Data Data-Driven PR System Analytics 157

Contently - Strategy

DECEMBER 5, 2019

The fact that many finance organizations try to reach B2C and B2B audiences simultaneously adds another factor to the equation. Brands spend large sums of money on content marketing. Brands are creating longer content, but there’s still room to improve the finish rate. Create social videos and infographics.

Financial 83

Financial Industry Report Insurance 83

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 24, 2017

In running high-profile consumer and B2B public relations campaigns over the years, we’ve learned some important tricks for making surveys work harder. As any good PR person knows, a well-designed survey can help increase earned media exposure and sharing of branded content. Don’t stop with a press release.

Survey 120

Survey How To Construction Data 120

Sword and the Script

JUNE 7, 2016

Mapping content to B2B buying stages. The firm took the data and published a pretty incredible and interactive infographic that looks at the data by stage in the buying process and cross-tabbed by generation. Top 5 Challenges Facing B2B Marketers in 2016. Increasing brand awareness 46%. Also see: 3 Free PR Photo Hacks.

Survey 60

Survey Marketing B2B Infographics 60

Cision

APRIL 6, 2016

Brand image is of paramount importance to a business. And in the era of information when more than five exabytes of content are created almost every day, blog posts, videos, infographics and social posts all contribute to this “how” and establish a company’s voice and personality. They focus on trivialities.

How To 120

How To Tools Viral Exercises 120