Sword and the Script

JULY 9, 2016

There’s a new gimmick in the effort to gain Twitter followers that goes like this: perform searches for keywords and hashtags on topics of interest and then go about “liking” as many of these posts as possible in the hopes that some people will follow you back. Why then, does marketing need more white papers, landing pages and registrations?

Content Marketing 71

Content Marketing Social Media Marketing Media 71

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Are the social media waters still safe for marketing? The thing about marketing is that to fill your net you have to fish where the fish are. Brands must also make sure their community manager or agency has the experience, curiosity, and imagination needed to conceive, implement and measure their social efforts. Be Helpful.

Marketing 244

Marketing Facebook Social Media Community 244

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 18, 2015

Content marketing surveys consistently demonstrate the biggest barrier facing marketer is feeding the content monster. A graphic from the paper detailing the assets is presented below and the complete white paper – The Blueprint of a Modern Marketing Campaign – is worth a read. Solves for content distribution.

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing B2B Marketing eBook 60

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 17, 2017

Twitter has long been a marketing favorite, but its growth prospects have been questioned. The company has swapped out leadership, it’s bleeding talent (and institutional knowledge) and the CEO has asked the community for improvement suggestions. How to Conduct your Own Year in Review on Twitter [UML]. chuzcej4yz.

Twitter 60

Twitter Marketing Study Tools 60

5W PR

MARCH 26, 2024

New-age media With platforms like LinkedIn and Twitter on the rise, companies have fresh, exciting avenues to communicate. Content marketing Complement the PR efforts with a strong content marketing strategy. Industry participation Get actively involved with the B2B tech community.

B2B 78

B2B Strategy Communications Case Study 78

PR 20/20

OCTOBER 9, 2018

In this spotlight, we’ve featured Cathy McPhillips ( @cmcphillips ), Vice President of Marketing at Content Marketing Institute ( @CMIContent ). This includes all PR, video, audience development, and social and community management that my team handles. What role did inbound play?

Content Marketing 61

Content Marketing Marketing eBook Nonprofit 61

Critical Mention

JANUARY 22, 2019

In this interview, she shares her insights into how marketing has changed over time, the most valuable social media channel for marketers and how to make more of an impact as a marketing professional in your community. What has your journey been like in marketing and how has it changed over time? Full report.

Interviews 104

Interviews Content Marketing Writing Journalism 104

Stern + Associates

MAY 8, 2023

Social media has become an essential integrated marketing channel for B2B companies. According to a survey by Content Marketing Institute, 95% of B2B marketers use social media to distribute content. On Twitter, incorporate hashtags within your posts.

B2B 111

B2B Social Media Company SMB 111

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 29, 2023

Here’s how the answers stacked up when asked which B2B marketing channels drove the most revenue: 60% said social media; 49% said content marketing ; and 45% said email. eMarketer summarized this finding this way: The B2B buying community is getting younger B2B companies aren’t known for their mastery of social media.

B2B 127

B2B Social Media Marketing Media 127

5W PR

APRIL 21, 2023

Brands can engage with consumers through user-generated content. This fosters community and boosts user participation. UGC is cost-effective for brands, as they can use content created by customers. This saves resources while providing valuable marketing content. The post What is User Generated Content?

Consumer 88

Consumer Video Social Media Community 88

Waxing UnLyrical

APRIL 24, 2015

At the heart of social PR lies community. So that’s what we focused on for the April #measurePR Twitter chat; how to measure community, how to tell when community-building initiatives are working (and when they’re not), and how community-focused metrics might change over time. Both Hoop.la

Community 40

Community Measurement Reddit Google 40

Waxing UnLyrical

FEBRUARY 20, 2015

Ah… content marketing. “Let’s do some content marketing!” When content marketing lets you down. This is a classic case of being let down by content marketing. When Content Marketing Lets You Down is a post from: Shonali Burke Consulting, Inc.

Content Marketing 40

Content Marketing Marketing LinkedIn Facebook 40

Waxing UnLyrical

APRIL 15, 2015

Regular WUL readers know that Shonali (a friend and former colleague at Socialmedia.biz ) showcases guest posts about how to build, engage and sustain an online community, among other things. so that others might gain insights for their own community efforts. Follow Cruiseable on Facebook and Twitter.

Community 40

Community Travel Pinterest Mobile 40

Cision

AUGUST 23, 2017

Fractl, a digital marketing firm, carried out a surveyed of 400 people asking them to record their emotional responses to 100 of the top images from Reddit’s r/pics community. The company is active in their community. Avinash Nair is a digital marketer at E2M, India’s premium content marketing agency.

Digital PR 251

Digital PR How To Small Business Analysis 251

Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 5, 2016

ET, the #PRStudChat community will gather to discuss The Role of PR in the Integrated Marcom Structure. We will be joined by our special guest expert, Fay Shapiro , publisher at CommPRO.biz , an exciting hub for professionals interested in events and opinions focused on integrated business communication sectors.

Community 150

Community Technology LinkedIn Advertising 150

Communications Conversations

JANUARY 20, 2022

Consider the evidence: One in three content marketers use podcasts or other audio content. However, 53% of content marketers who leverage podcasts and other audio content say it is the most effective format they use. Twitter Spaces are relatively new. 3 – Social audio is still new. Really new.

Brand 113

Brand Branding LinkedIn Twitter 113

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

Cision

APRIL 25, 2015

Want to stand out with standout content? Get our free “Outside-The-Box Content Marketing for PR” white paper now! You’ve decided your audience is mostly on podcasts and Twitter, for example. On Twitter, use that same storyline, but craft short, catchy messages to generate interest, with a link to the podcast.

Film 120

Film Content Marketing Analytics Measurement 120

Beyond PR

SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

If you’re only partially committed to creating and distributing content, Content Marketing Institute founder Joe Pulizzi would rather you do no content marketing at all. This may not have been the message Content Marketing World attendees were expecting to hear during Joe’s welcome address.

Content Marketing 40

Content Marketing Marketing Customer Service Airlines 40

MaccaPR

OCTOBER 14, 2015

Rebranding to “LinkedIn Pulse” in late 2013 , the app has quickly become a key part of making LinkedIn a content marketing machine. SAP Chief Digital Officer Jonathan Becher particularly excels at both educating and entertaining content marketing pieces on LinkedIn. 4) A relatively untouched social platform.

LinkedIn 48

LinkedIn Content Marketing Marketing Engineering 48

Communications Conversations

MAY 20, 2020

But, they haven’t exactly been well-known for groundbreaking social media marketing or content marketing in the past. The most recent video interview with Johnson was shared via Twitter in a “live show” format (surprisingly, SF didn’t share the video on LinkedIn though). Like DAILY.

Journalism 148

Journalism Brand Branding Interviews 148

Stephen Waddington

JANUARY 31, 2019

You need look no further than the marketing, media and PR community for evidence of the decline in the craft of personal blogging. The frequency of my posts has dipped during that time and I typically post more long form content. The community that once coalesced around backlinks and comments has gone.

SEO 113

SEO Community Blogging LinkedIn 113

wiredPRworks

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

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. Direct Deploy: Engaging Content Marketing. Dynamic Design: WIRED Marketing System. Market: Crafting top Facebook posts.

LinkedIn 52

LinkedIn Storytelling Facebook Measurement 52

PR 20/20

JANUARY 16, 2023

The Ready North RSS: Must-Reads for Marketers. For Content Marketing, we like…. Content Marketing Institute blog ( @CMIContent ): Insight from top names in our industry. Founded by Joe Pulizzi ( @JoePulizzi ), CMI is a powerhouse for content marketing advice. For Marketing in general, we like….

Blogging 52

Blogging Marketing Pinterest SEO 52

Contently - Strategy

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Now, content marketing boundaries are stretching far beyond these traditional confines. While navigating them might require extra effort and courage, the rewards can be substantial, opening doors to vibrant, engaged communities that interact with content in ways previously unimagined.

Content Marketing 52

Content Marketing Storytelling Technology Fashion 52

Cision

APRIL 28, 2016

Audiences are getting much more used to getting news from blended formats, where they are experiencing straight news, native content and marketing messaging, all together. What are the biggest content marketing mistakes that brands make? I actually hate the term “content marketing.” It’s responsive.

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Community Mobile Storytelling 120

Critical Mention

JANUARY 22, 2019

In this interview, she shares her insights into how marketing has changed over time, the most valuable social media channel for marketers and how to make more of an impact as a marketing professional in your community. What has your journey been like in marketing and how has it changed over time? Full report.

Interviews 60

Interviews Content Marketing Writing Journalism 60

wiredPRworks

APRIL 20, 2022

Twitter [link]. About The New Rules of Marketing and PR: How to Use Content Marketing, Podcasting, Social Media, AI, Live Video, and Newsjacking to Reach Buyers Directly. It’s an honor to be among an elite circle of marketing and PR peers. Barbara Rozgonyi on Twitter. Connect with David Meerman Scott.

Marketing 118

Marketing Social Media Trends Instagram 118

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Some of the studies are surveys I’ve helped field, like the annual JOTW survey , however, most are by contributors or organizations from around the community. Over the past 12 months or so, I’ve easily reviewed and written about more than 20 such PR surveys from the PR sector (there many more about marketing).

Survey 98

Survey Industry Leadership Study 98

Contently - Strategy

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

For today’s content creators and content marketing teams, unique original content is always the best route to take. The difference between borrowing and stealing can be blurry on social media, where memes, sounds, and other types of content are widely redistributed by brands and users alike.

Social Media 126

Social Media Ethics Trends Viral 126

Karen Freberg

JUNE 6, 2022

NFTs, DEIB, Personal branding, Social Media Jobs, Content Marketing, and the future of Marketing in general were all discussed during the three day event. I was able to meet friends I met in person on Twitter finally (!!) We connected on Twitter and met up for the very first time in person at the Integrate conference.

Conference 72

Conference Construction Travel Meeting 72

Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Content marketers often have difficulty getting executive buy-in for customer research. Not all companies have heavy pennies for product marketing—meaning content marketers are expected to do the humungous task of audience research on their own, along with their other responsibilities. Lack of buy-in.

B2B 137

B2B Company Survey Enterprise 137

Deirdre Breakenridge

JANUARY 7, 2016

Content marketing will be more than just a trend to watch in 2016. Creating and distributing consistent and relevant content is considered a proven strategic marketing approach that attracts and retains an audience and drives customers to action. Here is my Q&A with Lisa Davis, Director, Marketing, at Marketwired.

Survey 90

Survey Marketing Content Marketing Measurement 90

ReimaginePR

OCTOBER 3, 2016

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 #5: eBooks allow you to create a community around your brand. Do you want to grow brand recognition and authority or would you prefer to build your community? Click Here.

eBook 219

eBook How To Writing Community 219

Stephen Waddington

MAY 9, 2017

Professional communicators who aren’t in politically restrictive posts have a responsibility to use their skills to make the General Election campaign the best possible conversation about the future of the UK. Speculation on Twitter around the General Election and Prince Phillip’s retirement led to rumours and unverified reports.

Ethics 108

Ethics Conference Advertising Advertising 108

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Modern PR heavily involves using social media, collaborating with influencers, showcasing thought leadership, managing blogs, and organizing community events. Then, how can PR aid your video marketing campaigns to create top-of-mind awareness? Related read: Why Combining Content Marketing and PR is a Smart Move #8.

Video 110

Video Marketing SEO Social Media 110

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 26, 2019

For B2B companies, it’s particularly important to monitor social communities like LinkedIn groups and Twitter conversations among journalists (MuckRack). Alerts for topics relevant to a client’s business can make a big difference in securing quick wins and nailing ideas for proactive pitching.

Pitching 136

Pitching Agency Tools Resources 136