Deirdre Breakenridge

APRIL 29, 2019

Journalists, like everyone else, are increasingly seeing their time splintered, their resources [getting] cut and responsibilities increase.”. A high profile blog was “tipped off” to the feigned outrage and the rest of the media then picked up on it and duly reported the incident as controversy.

Survey 377

Survey Media Relations Media Ethics 377

Critical Mention

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Luckily, the internet provides many educational resources to them in the loop. While we certainly encourage PR and communications pros to follow our insightful Critical Mention blog , we also want to share a few of our other favorite PR blogs. Are you looking for good photos for your brand’s blog or social media posts?

Blogging 68

Blogging Education Resources Creativity 68

Barokas

MAY 22, 2019

To do this, we must remember that the storyteller is often just as important as the stories themselves. Customers are an amazing resource for this type of authentic storytelling. Allison Hefner, Social Media & Content Development Manager. The post Storytelling Isn’t Just for Kids.

Storytelling 60

Storytelling Radio Print Advertising 60

PR 20/20

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

As content marketing continues to evolve, businesses across the globe have adopted it at a rapid pace. So what’s predicted to become of content marketing this year? Forbes ( @Forbes ) describes content marketing as a digital trend that is evolving fast , which means companies must jump on the bandwagon ASAP.

Content Marketing 65

Content Marketing Trends Marketing Mobile 65

Frederik Vincx

JULY 25, 2023

Till then, they had been managing their media outreach with Excel and Outlook and blogs. And later creating an inbound sales engine via content marketing and conversion optimization. Frederik’s diverse creative skills, resourcefulness, and honest feedback make him a vital team member.

Software 78

Software Banking Resources Government 78

PR 20/20

MAY 23, 2017

We originally published a blog in 2015 listing 40+ inbound marketing resources. We’ve added even more to the list, so read below for an update with even more resources for marketers. As marketers, we spend hours researching the top trends and tactics to prove top-notch ROI and success.

Resources 53

Resources Marketing SEO Engineering 53

Sword and the Script

JULY 16, 2016

While businesses demand leaner budgets and a greater emphasis on ROI, marketing is left with fewer resources with which to produce more. More content, more followers and more leads – it’s a hamster wheel for marketing – the struggle is real! 1) B2B Marketers Struggle with Effective Content Marketing.

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing B2B Marketing Trends 60

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Here’s a look at statistics across PR, marketing, and social media that were surfaced in the various reports and studies covered on this blog throughout 2020. Many of the blog posts published here are based on survey research, analytical studies or other sources of data. Content marketing statistics from 2020.

Survey 178

Survey Marketing B2B Study 178

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 30, 2019

Tactics like content marketing, earned speaking opportunities for C-level executives, and feature articles work together to boost visibility for a brand or situation that the brand solves. Branded content like bylined articles and blog posts offer multiple benefits. Storytelling engages, influence persuades.

Storytelling 233

Storytelling Education Software LinkedIn 233

Onclusive

JANUARY 16, 2019

Tie back communications and marketing efforts to business results. In his keynote, “Performance Storytelling,” Norton Lifelock CMO Ty Shay explains: “The modern CMO needs to evolve the marketing function from a cost center to a profit center, thereby showing the direct correlation of marketing to business results, including growth and profit.

Conference 225

Conference Storytelling Data Measurement 225

Onclusive

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

A strong PR agency that aligns with and understands your business can be an invaluable strategic adviser and resource for your brand in this endeavor. A PR agency is a communications consultancy that serves as an external resource, and ideally, an extension of your internal communications function.

Agency 195

Agency Strategy Communications How To 195

Communications Conversations

APRIL 27, 2018

A few weeks ago, I noticed Alyssa Greve , director of content marketing at Cambria, touting a new Cambria blog on LinkedIn. Although corporate storytelling has been under fire a bit lately, I continue to be a strong supporter of such efforts–and this one, in particular, looked interesting.

Blogging 68

Blogging Pinterest SEO Examples 68

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

The organizations who take their ESG, DEI, and social impact strategies seriously will be the ones who are unafraid to show their progress, no matter how big or small it may be, with a combination of visual and written storytelling. Brad Marley , Yelram Media Chief Storyteller, Yelram Media. Relentless focus on the customer .

Marketing 190

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 190

Prohibition

AUGUST 25, 2023

Collaborate on content creation: PR and marketing teams can collaborate on content creation to ensure a consistent and unified brand message. Amplify marketing campaigns with PR: PR professionals can amplify marketing campaigns through media relations and influencer partnerships.

Retail 62

Retail Marketing Analytics Social Media 62

Polaris

DECEMBER 14, 2014

For help in deciding what books to put on my holiday list, I asked a dozen marketing pros to weigh in with their recommendations. My guidelines were as follows: I wanted a list of 3 books consisting of a favourite novel published this year, the best business book of all time and a favourite offline resource. Here’s what they told me.

Marketing 251

Marketing Resources Content Marketing Leadership 251

MaccaPR

MARCH 2, 2017

To satisfy the info hunger of those ravenous students, I curated this list of the most vital sources on social media strategy, video marketing and online communication: Best Social Media Blogs. Buffer Blog – Produced by the social media firm Buffer, this blog is especially strong on advice for success with YouTube and Instagram.

Blogging 48

Blogging Marketing YouTube Content Marketing 48

Cision

APRIL 7, 2015

Content marketing is a crucial piece of content strategies. As technology becomes ever-present, content strategies should include video, podcasts, games, comics, events and more. Social media, e-newsletters, articles on owned websites and blogs make up the four most used content marketing tactics.

B2C 120

B2C Content Marketing B2B Mobile 120

Contently - Strategy

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Let’s just say it: Most branded content isn’t very good. I worked for years as a content strategist. I’ve spent the last decade researching and reporting on the content marketing industry. Along the way, I’ve probably consumed more pieces of branded content than anyone else. I should know.

Brand 145

Brand Branding Healthcare Enterprise 145

Contently - Strategy

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

According to WordPress, users create 70 million blog posts per month through its platform. Add to that all the content created across other platforms, and you’ve got a world saturated with content. They serve as the cornerstone of your content marketing strategy.

How To 52

How To SEO Content Marketing Engineering 52

wiredPRworks

APRIL 20, 2022

In 2007, David mentioned my fledgling blog wiredPRworks in his book, “ The New Rules of Marketing and PR.”. In a stroke of marketing brilliance, David included over 160 bloggers/contributors in the first edition. New additions to the new rules of marketing and PR. Future trends in marketing and PR. Facebook [link].

Marketing 118

Marketing Social Media Trends Instagram 118

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. Statistics about content marketing. Read more: A CMO Survey Shows Us How Classic 4Ps of Marketing Are Changing.

Survey 104

Survey Marketing B2B Content Marketing 104

Cision

AUGUST 11, 2016

With the rapidly evolving landscape of the marketing mix, fueled by the MarTech revolution, the growth of influencer marketing and content marketing, and a push towards integrated communications, marketers and communicators need cutting-edge resources more than ever. Seth’s Blog. Marketing Land.

Marketing 0

Marketing Mobile Nonprofit Engineering 0

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

From tweets to blogs, many PR organizations publish great PR content. Their Insights section of their website is an excellent resource to learn about technology updates, latest trends, employee experiences and more. Their blog covers topics from PR tips, company culture, social media and more. Share Tweet Share.

Public Affairs 172

Public Affairs Creativity Nonprofit Agency 172

Sword and the Script

MARCH 10, 2019

Ned launched “ Job of the Week ” (JOTW) email newsletter in 2001 as a free resource for PR and communications professionals looking for work. As readers that read this blog regularly know, this one reason why I believe (true) content marketing has role to play in media relations. content marketing (64%).

Survey 99

Survey Media Relations Corporate Communications 99

Ishmael's Corner

MAY 10, 2015

One person who has labored over B2B content, what works and what doesn’t work, is my good friend and colleague Steve Farnsworth. In short, Steve knows content marketing and the nitty gritty of lead generation. With this as the backdrop, here are his top 10 tools and resources that he applies to content marketing campaigns.

Tools 60

Tools B2B Software Storytelling 60

Cision

APRIL 28, 2016

Ray Hennessey, chief innovation officer at JConnelly, says to create good content you need to first understand what your audience needs and wants. In this interview, Ray discusses what makes good storytelling, why audiences are ignoring brand content and how to provide authenticity in your communication with your audience.

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Community Mobile Storytelling 120

Barokas

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Content marketing has taken on new life and meaning. Fundamentals like creative collaboration, grassroots ideas, great storytelling, smart planning, are as important today as they have ever been. Any company looking to mark 2020 as a milestone year must be ready to bolster its goals with adequate resources.

Strategy 78

Strategy Media Storytelling Pinterest 78

Cision

AUGUST 21, 2017

[Note: This blog post contains spoilers for Game of Thrones S7, including E4, “The Spoils of War.” While Game of Thrones is undeniably a high fantasy tale, fans connect with it on such a passionate level because apart from the beautiful scenery and mystical beings, the storytelling is spectacular.

Strategy 258

Strategy Trade Shows Case Study Course 258

Marketwired

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

As evidence of the increasing importance of content marketing, according to the CMO Council , 90% of consumers find custom content useful, while 78% believe organizations providing content are interested in building good relationships with them. Basically, content marketing really needs influencer marketing to succeed.”.

Trends 105

Trends How To SEO Google 105

ReimaginePR

OCTOBER 10, 2016

Why Video Marketing is Important. Video is an essential part of your content marketing strategy. You may even have a better chance of landing on the first page with a YouTube video than you do with a blog post. Think of it more like a mini blog post. Additional Resources. Click Here. Long lifespan.

Video 120

Video Strategy YouTube Marketing 120

PR in High Definition

APRIL 25, 2022

Positive content is more viral. Brandon Stanton, the creator of the viral storytelling account Humans of New York, emphasises when writing his personal profiles that he does not describe people in adjectives, but rather describes actions of their life. Positivity engages audiences, and shines your reputation.

Wikipedia 62

Wikipedia Viral Reputation Internal 62

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Fittingly, I asked a whole bunch of folks for predictions to include in a blog post here (if you want to be invited next year, you can sign up here ). 6) Finding a content marketing niche. Continued drive toward niche content and blogs, such as cybersecurity for the hospitality industry, or regulatory law for marijuana growers.

Marketing 104

Marketing Content Marketing Crisis Management Data 104

ReimaginePR

MAY 9, 2016

See, when we sense a discrepancy in the stories we hear or read, we’re really raising a mental red flag about the storyteller, not just about the story being told. Bonus: We’ll show you some great examples of brands who remain authentic in this free resource. It’s like your natural, built-in authenticity meter sounding its alarm.

Writing 120

Writing Storytelling Brand Branding 120

Cision

MAY 21, 2015

SocialZoomFactor is a podcast created for business and marketing leaders. If you want to learn how to integrate social media, content marketing, the latest technology and more, you won’t be disappointed in Pam’s podcasts, which she delivers each weekday. Online Marketing Made Easy. Duct Tape Marketing Podcast.

Social Media 120

Social Media Marketing Pinterest Media 120

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Marketers will likely gravitate toward tracks including: Advertising and brand experience. Experiential storytelling. The premier gathering of digital marketers on planet Earth!”. If you’re a marketer, surely you thought ‘yes, please’ to at least two of those categories. Content Marketing World Conference and Expo.

Conference 97

Conference Marketing Case Study Content Marketing 97

Rock the Status Quo

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

Troll control with Jay Baer, writing tips from Ann Handley, content marketing with Mark Schaefer, agency growth hacks with Ketchum’s Stephen Waddington, storytelling brilliance from Michael Margolis (GetStoried) and more. This truly depends on your own goal and resources. I appreciate him very much.

Twitter 100

Twitter Social Media Resources Google 100

PR 20/20

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Some roles to consider on your marketing dream team : Content writer. Graphic designer / visual storyteller. Look for all-encompassing platforms, such as HubSpot, that bundle sales, marketing automation, blogging, CMS, email, and more into one solution. Define goals for blogging and overall content production.

Marketing 52

Marketing Technology Internal International 52