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. I even wrote a book about it. A detrimental representation of their brand. I should know.

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Rock the Status Quo

APRIL 8, 2016

Storytelling intrigues me. “Storytelling is one of the many things that define and bind our humanity,” according to this article on the history of storytelling. Storytelling is hard until we’ve practiced enough to make it easier. Free Storytelling Resources to Improve Your Storytelling Skills.

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Rock the Status Quo

APRIL 8, 2016

Storytelling intrigues me. “Storytelling is one of the many things that define and bind our humanity,” according to this article on the history of storytelling. Storytelling is hard until we’ve practiced enough to make it easier. Free Storytelling Resources to Improve Your Storytelling Skills.

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Storytelling Resources Journalism Examples 100

Cision

OCTOBER 21, 2015

In today’s digital age, there are two key ways to find success for both brands or individuals: remember to be human and solidify your storytelling skills. Many think that good storytelling stems from talent, but really, all it takes is time, trial and error, and basic writing know-how. Measure Your Niche’s Density.

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Onclusive

DECEMBER 6, 2019

Our post last year on the 10 Best PR and Marketing Conferences to Attend in 2019 was a huge hit, so we’ve added even more insight to bring you 15 of our best conference recommendations. Browse this curated list and then book tickets to kick off your best year of marketing and PR yet! Marketing AI Conference (MAICON).

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Cision

JUNE 2, 2015

“It’s difficult for someone to be truly committed to a brand unless they give money or time.” Writing is the heart of content marketing, and I also think it’s our liver, lungs and central nervous system.” “Brand voice is not just what you say, it’s how you say it.” Click to tweet!

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Beyond PR

AUGUST 25, 2016

Communicating brand value to executives and investors isn’t about splashy websites or luxurious launch events. Instead, it is about storytelling, using a narrative to add value to existing perceptions that can either be backed up by your current product or supported by your prospective plans. Your brand’s Netflix is out there.

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Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

This new trend some were calling content marketing had the hallmarks of a soft and subtle pitch. Media Changes mean PR needs Content Marketing. Brands used to have a controlling influence on information about their products. Credibility: Why Content Marketing also needs PR .

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wiredPRworks

JUNE 5, 2018

Thanks to Matt Chiera, the lead author, for the opportunity to contribute to a new book called Digital Marketers Sound Off. In my chapter, I share tips, tools and strategies to optimize digital marketing PR efforts. What's your biggest question about how to infuse your digital marketing and PR with storytelling?

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Contently - Strategy

JULY 22, 2021

Even harder to know what to say, which is why so many “Our brand is here for you in these unprecedented times” emails flooded our inboxes. Communication about safety protocols and points flexibility was crucial, but the brand’s marketing team also knew that their audience wanted more than memos. But in travel?

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Travel Hotels Storytelling Content Marketing 96

B2B PR Sense

JANUARY 5, 2018

A solid PR campaign has the power to bolster your brand. Among its benefits, PR can build relationships with the public, boost brand awareness, increase your credibility, and create loyal customers. If PR can do so much for a brand, why don’t more brands use public relations to begin with?

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5W PR

MAY 6, 2020

For many marketers, the product, pricing and order pages are critical and indeed they are. But the About Us page is also important because that’s where more than half the respondents to a recent survey by KoMarketing, a social/content marketing firm, said they visit. Storytelling is always powerful.

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wiredPRworks

APRIL 20, 2022

Have you ever read a book that completely changed your life? 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. How real-time marketing and PR works.

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Contently - Strategy

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Add to that all the content created across other platforms, and you’ve got a world saturated with content. Helping your brand stand out requires not just creativity but also strategic alignment. The disconnect can result in content that drifts aimlessly, failing to hit the mark regarding engagement and conversion.

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PR 20/20

OCTOBER 9, 2018

In this spotlight, we’ve featured Cathy McPhillips ( @cmcphillips ), Vice President of Marketing at Content Marketing Institute ( @CMIContent ). I oversee this, and also focus on strategy, paid advertising and event marketing. I oversee this, and also focus on strategy, paid advertising and event marketing.

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ReimaginePR

OCTOBER 3, 2016

That doesn’t seem like a guaranteed path to brand authority. 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. Reason #2: You can finally say you wrote the book on the subject. you may wonder. Click Here. Start Here.

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Contently - Strategy

JULY 21, 2021

But here’s the thing that’s troubled me ever since I saw my first brand persona document at the tender age of 22: Most of them are kind of useless—at least from a creative perspective. Most brand personas fall short because they don’t help you develop empathy for the audience. The problem with personas.

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ReimaginePR

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

The market is crowded and noisy. A brand voice is an essential component to your success, but what is it and why is it so important? What is a Brand Voice? A brand voice is the style of your communication. Your brand voice is not the message. Instead, your brand voice is the way you present the message.

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Cision

APRIL 20, 2015

We then consider how, when and where to publish and promote the content and activities. Owned content. Owned content is created content. It’s also tactics like content marketing, a broad umbrella that includes blogging, social media updates, email marketing, infographics, visuals and video.

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Flack's Revenge

OCTOBER 25, 2017

I enjoyed attending my third consecutive Social Tools Summit event in Boston last week, where I moderated a panel on branding and thought leadership. Branding and Thought Leadership. My panel covered areas ranging from video, to engaging people with live events and products, and influencer and content marketing.

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Rock the Status Quo

JUNE 30, 2015

If you do anything in the digital space – PR, content marketing, search engine optimization, social media – the one thing that matters most is experience. It can take you from coordinator to senior level, from jack-of-all-trades to an in-demand content marketer, or from charging $20 per hour to charging $200 per hour.

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Cision

APRIL 28, 2016

Too many brands are churning out uninspiring content, and your audience is ignoring it. If you don’t know what message your audience wants to hear, they’re going to ignore your content too. Then, figure out how your brand can solve those problems. Then, figure out how your brand can solve those problems.

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wiredPRworks

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Book a Social Selling Secrets Masterclass Discovery Call. Taught in a quick-start format, this masterclass is ideal for creative professionals who want to advance digital branding, content marketing and social media skills as they accelerate success. . Brand: based on personality, driven by reputation.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Among all those video marketing strategies, public relations (PR) remains an underrated one. A well-thought PR plan ensures your videos reach the right audience, resonate with their interests, and amplify your brand message in a meaningful way. Remember that today’s audiences only want to interact and engage with a brand they trust.

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Cision

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

Find out with Cision’s free Listen e-book! Landsberg went on: first ask yourself, ‘why does our brand exist?’ ’ Then, set a clear distinction between a business goal and a marketing goal. Let your audience/fans know that you see and hear them, and that you, as a brand, are listening. Conclusion.

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PR in High Definition

APRIL 25, 2022

Online life can be addictive and endless, with perpetual anticipation of the next big thing and every brands’ reputation on the line. Researchers in Denmark studied a range of media types; from movie ticket purchasing habits, popular books, Tweets, as well as Wikipedia attention time. Positive content is more viral.

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Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 18, 2021

I first read about it in the book Humankind , by Rutger Bregman.). The storytelling solution. Neanderthals were actually much stronger than humans and had bigger brains, but the reason we became the dominant human species is because we had an incredible storytelling superpower. You’ve probably seen it before.

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wiredPRworks

APRIL 27, 2020

Marketers love storytelling. I’ve presented all kinds of storytelling programs, including digital marketing and storytelling. Yet, is storytelling the right way to build brands – and even tell stories? Is it time to update the marketing customer experience design approach?

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Polaris

DECEMBER 4, 2014

Shawn Achor is funny—laugh-out-loud funny—and a great storyteller to boot. In essence, he demonstrates that “little things, done right, matter (and) well designed moments build brands.”. If you don’t have time to read the book, check out her TED Talk—it’s almost as good. Content Marketing' Find TED here.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

APRIL 10, 2017

Too often, new business owners make the mistake of committing to their brand name before researching available domain names. Five years ago, no one expected their PR firm to have video storytelling capabilities. and name.kitchen, where she does media relations, content marketing, and social media. agency, media and.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 6, 2017

Sometimes, that means simple tweaks to make a generalization more specific, like when our digital publisher client wanted to share expertise on storytelling in healthcare marketing. We develop a content marketing strategy that encompasses: Expert commentary – weighing in on relevant news. Share and share alike.

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Beyond PR

AUGUST 18, 2016

It’s no secret that a great brand is built over time (in the case of some brands, centuries). Every decision a brand makes builds on the success that came before. Iconic brands, like Coca Cola, Apple and Pepsi, are immediately recognizable and carry with them certain expectations of quality. Stand out in a sea of content.

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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.

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Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 14, 2017

This question is the B2B marketing equivalent of the Wolf of Wall Street’s challenge to sales: sell me this pen. Certainly, there’s a skill to finding the more curious angles of an otherwise dull brand. If B2B marketers want to cut through the clutter and stand out, you’ve got to understand the basics of storytelling.

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Polaris

DECEMBER 15, 2014

10th, the most viewed title during the 30-day binge blogging challenge was “ Blogger Outreach Versus Media Relations: What Marketers Need To Know ”. It received more than twice as many views as the 2nd most popular post, “ Guitar Center: Content Marketing and Storytelling at Their Best.” As I write this post on Dec.

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 3, 2017

Marketing today is dynamic and requires curiosity matched with continuous learning. Amazon is chock full of social media marketing books based on an organic effort – an opportunity that’s all but evaporated today. paved new approaches to marketing. fundamentally changed marketing roles. Give our services a try.

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Cision

MARCH 31, 2016

With so much content saturating the marketplace today, how can brands stand out? Now think about a brand like Apple. As of right now, in terms of market capitalization, Apple is literally the largest company in the entire world. How has content marketing changed over the years? We’re numb to it.

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