Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 2, 2013

I’ve been a web marketer for a long, long time. Having built my first web site ( DVD Verdict ) in April 1999 and managed one of the larger SEO teams in the country from 2006 to 2009, it’s safe to say I’ve seen many changes in web marketing over time. That’s a blog post for another day. Guest post by Sean McGinnis.

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Blogging SEO Web Google 111

Cision

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

There’s a misconception that marketing a business is always time-consuming. If you know where to put your efforts, it’s completely possible to handle the essential marketing tactics in five hours or less a week. You can also create email templates for common customer service inquiries, such as: Where’s my product?

Marketing 120

Marketing Comparison eBook Social Media 120

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Marketing conferences have shaped my top team memories. To share the knowledge wealth, below is my list of the 20 coolest marketing events in 2020 (coming to a venue somewhere in the U.S.). Social Media Marketing World. Discover the best social media marketing techniques from the world’s top experts.”.

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Conference Marketing Case Study Content Marketing 97

Cision

APRIL 18, 2017

Owned media is content you create on a platform you own, such as your company’s website or blog. Unfortunately, many organizations take a “publish it and they will come” approach to their content. If you already have a list of vetted keywords from your marketing team to work from, skip ahead to step two. Cool, right?

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Sword and the Script

MAY 14, 2016

Relevant content of high quality, that provides the answer for which people are searching, like the sort Mr. Robert’s creates for his blog. In a third example, a vice president of sales for a business training consultancy said the “free talks” the company gives often is how his company acquires most customers.

Marketing 60

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Cision

MAY 26, 2016

A few of my favorite examples of content that delights, in no particular order, are: PNR with This Old Marketing – This is a great content marketing podcast hosted by Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose. The Middle Finger Project – a wonderful blog and project from Ash Ambirge about copywriting and life in general.

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PR 20/20

JANUARY 15, 2019

New year, same marketing program? If the “same old, same old” mentality applies to your marketing goals and campaigns in 2019, it’s time to take a step back and evaluate how important success is to you. Without a refreshed outlook and adoption of current marketing trends and technologies, you can’t expect to outperform last year.

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Trends Marketing Software Video 57

PR 20/20

JUNE 6, 2023

HubSpot started as a marketing automation platform in 2006, and users have experienced a treasure trove of growth since. The platform is now a comprehensive suite of tools and services to help businesses with their marketing, sales, customer service, and operations.

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Knowledge Base Customer Service System Analytics 52

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

This post originally appeared on the Marketing Artificial Intelligence Institute's blog. The Marketing AI Institute was created and is powered by PR 20/20. Artificial intelligence has reached peak hype stage, but is it possible that its potential to transform marketing, and your career , is even greater than advertised?

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Stephen Waddington

MAY 16, 2017

This is my motivation for blogging but it doesn’t suit everyone. It puts public relations on a collision course with marketing disciplines. Organisations themselves are become influencers by creating their own media such as apps, blogs and websites. Increasingly influencers demand a fee for working with an organisation or brand.

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Publicity Customer Service Community Internal 119

Critical Mention

JANUARY 30, 2019

If you work in public relations or marketing—or in the business world generally—you have likely heard about several major developments in the media monitoring marketplace. All-in-one monitoring capability: As marketers know well, we live in a multichannel world. SCHEDULE A DEMO.

Media 60

Media Marketing Analytics Television 60

Barokas

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Content has become synonymous with marketing. Gone are the days when marketers could push content to the back-burner, focusing on it only when they had a little extra time. To remain competitive today, marketers must oversee and create content that compels readers while mapping back to strategy, messaging and brand voice.

How To 60

How To Marketing Resources Journalism 60

5W PR

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

With online buying and pickup in-store options higher than ever, CMO attention must also accelerate digital and omnichannel content marketing strategies. Besides what’s been suggested, other important areas to keep fine-tuning our customer service, clear and credible communication with customers, and shipping.

Retail 88

Retail Mobile Study Web 88

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

This post originally appeared on the Marketing Artificial Intelligence Institute's blog. The Marketing AI Institute was created and is powered by PR 20/20. Artificial intelligence has reached peak hype stage, but is it possible that its potential to transform marketing, and your career , is even greater than advertised?

Conference 40

Conference Marketing Analytics Case Study 40

Marketwired

JANUARY 26, 2016

I reached out on Twitter and I received a prompt response, but they pointed me to a form on their website to create a customer service ticket. Instead of a neutral or positive experience with the product, poor customer service ignited negativity and hostility toward the brand. I needed help and I needed it fast.

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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.

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Tools Pinterest Marketing Media 60

wiredPRworks

FEBRUARY 11, 2016

On March 10 and 11, I'll be teaching an immersive two-day digital marketing, LinkedIn training and social selling skills workshop. Digital Marketing, LinkedIn Training and Social Selling Workshop in Chicago. Get ready for an extreme marketing makeover: Conduct a 360 Marketing Audit that pinpoints where to improve.

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Training LinkedIn Marketing Pinterest 45

Melissa Agnes

JULY 2, 2014

In an excellent blog post on customer service , Derek Sivers describes the type of scene you’d see in a move, where a character “is saying something nasty or secret, and then realizes their microphone is on, so they immediately straighten up, correct themselves, and say the publicly-acceptable thing instead.”

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Prohibition

DECEMBER 9, 2021

But other times share values falling sharply, lawsuits, contaminated or dangerous goods, investigations, or even a new, slightly controversial, marketing tactic you couldn’t wait to try may be enough to damage a brands reputation and enter a real crisis period. It should be someone with authority to speak on what has happened.

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Crisis Crisis Management Reputation Crisis Communications 62

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 24, 2018

Before jumping in, the PR and marketing teams should develop a detailed strategy, complete with goals and KPIs. If your company has an innovative product and/or great customer service, you’re in a position to ask clients to write online reviews or blog about their great experience using the product. Bylined content.

B2B 136

B2B Brand Branding Trade Shows 136

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Marketing and PR predictions aren’t merely forecasts, but often a reflection of our aspirations and perhaps advice – mistakes we’ve made we’d like to help others avoid. “Be Pay to pay, content grows; influencer marketing cools. “I AI-written content adds more noise. “PR David Berkowitz , Founder, Serial Marketers.

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Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 189

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

This can include the media, customers, employees, and the general public. Public relations professionals create and maintain a positive image for their organization, often through the use of marketing, branding, and communication strategies. How is public relations different from marketing? And in B2B marketing it already does.

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Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 99

Rock the Status Quo

OCTOBER 6, 2015

Today’s stronger focus on social media and content marketing is also bridging the gap between digital experts and traditionalists, link builders and content creators, community managers and customer service. Anyone can create content, blog and launch a new social media page. Change your habits?

Digital PR 100

Digital PR Publicity Pitching Social Media 100

Cision

JANUARY 9, 2017

Many people have written books of aggregated blog posts (most notably Steve Levitt and Steven Dubner of the Freakonomics blog), many communications and marketing professionals simply have some higher concept ideas that work better in long form and that people would read better as a book. The Book Patch. All-Inclusive.

Print 120

Print How To Local Customer Service 120

Critical Mention

JANUARY 30, 2019

As marketers know well, we live in a multichannel world. Marketing and PR professionals invest time and money on increasing brand awareness across a variety of media channels including television, radio, social media, online news and licensed print. 24/7/365 customer service. All-in-one monitoring capability.

How To 60

How To Media Analytics Television 60

Cision

APRIL 21, 2017

Every time someone mentions your brand on social media or a blog, it’s up to you to respond. Now, these people may be willing to spread the word about your brand for you, but in my experience, a little nurturing of that relationship never hurts. Here’s how you can strengthen the bond with the people who love you. Acknowledge Them.

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Brand Branding Social Media Survey 229

Critical Mention

JULY 20, 2018

Long before content marketing became an important tool for PR pros, Bill Gates famously declared, “Content is king.” The rise of social media and internet marketing has proven him right. Today, most businesses recognize content marketing as an effective tool in building their brand and increasing company profits.

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Writing Content Marketing Tools Customer Service 63

Cision

AUGUST 2, 2016

Most brands focus externally when creating and promoting content, but they’re missing an important audience to include: the internal audience. If your internal audience isn’t interested in the content you create, how can you expect your external audience to be? Try a few options and evaluate your progress. Offer a subscription.

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Landis PR

MARCH 14, 2022

Please note: this is a reposted blog by our Public Relations Global Network PR partner, Ghidotti Communications. Having a social media strategy can boost your brand and expand your market, but that doesn’t all happen overnight. Engage with your fans and focus on customer service to generate positive reviews.

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Social Media Consumer Brand Branding 52

Beyond PR

AUGUST 31, 2016

Content marketing is all grown up. With 88% of B2B and 76% of B2C marketers saying their organization uses it, the art and science of content marketing have exploded over the past few years. “Content marketing is sometimes ineffective because people don’t realize what it’s intended to do.

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Content Marketing Conference Video Analytics 52

Sword and the Script

JULY 2, 2019

“Q4 is excited to offer Business Wire’s services and together we look forward to delivering significant value to our clients,” said Q4 CEO Darrell Heaps in a press release. Q4 sells customizable investor relations (IR) websites, webcasting, for quarterly earnings with analysts, and marketing intelligence.

Trends 60

Trends Media Report Technology 60

wiredPRworks

JUNE 8, 2016

I'm excited to present LinkedIn social selling marketing strategies for financial services and insurance pros at MDRT's annual conference in Vancouver!! My ties to the life insurance and financial services industry run deep – going back to being a national sales trainer for a life insurance company. It's almost here!

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Insurance Insurance Financial LinkedIn 40

Waxing UnLyrical

JANUARY 27, 2016

Customer service with an attitude of caring and respect. Quality of graphic design and content that inspires confidence. Content that is original and shows expertise, instead of regurgitating other people’s opinions and tips. Brand clarity and consistency in messaging. How does your company approach trust audits?

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Customer Service Reputation Energy SEO 40

Waxing UnLyrical

DECEMBER 14, 2016

You could be connected to exactly who you are trying to reach through your employees, whether they are customers, partners or potential employees. You could connect your customer service team with customers, your sales team with prospects and bring your entire workforce closer to who they are serving via employee advocacy.

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Employee Measurement Social Media Product Launch 40

Critical Mention

APRIL 8, 2018

Before we wrap up, here are a few other key pointers to assist in you pitching media monitoring: Increased ability to provide customer service. Better market research and insight into product suggestions. Track, monitoring and identify industry trends. Increased lead generation. Increased reputation management.

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Media Software Leadership Customer Service 64

Communications Conversations

JANUARY 13, 2017

So basically, I’m building on the work I’ve been leading in social media for the company over the last four years, but now shifting my focus to solely be digital, including taking on the role of editor of Blue Cross’ new corporate blog ( www.blog.bluecrossmn.com ). Sometimes that means taking care of their customer service needs.

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Insurance Insurance Social Media Corporate 60

Onclusive

AUGUST 30, 2023

As the guardians of a company’s image and narrative, PR, comms, and marketing professionals have the unique power to shape perceptions , amplify awareness, and cultivate customer loyalty. Learn more about how to manage controversy in the media with an adaptive comms crisis strategy in one of our latest blogs.

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Brand Branding How To Reputation 195