Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 29, 2020

Data analysis of millions of articles and surveys thousands of bloggers find long-form content outperforms short form. Something similar has happened in content marketing and blogging in the marketing community. Too many marketers believe that short content outperforms long form.

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Cision

JANUARY 18, 2018

While much of a content marketing strategy revolves around creating new content just for your blog (part of your owned media), I highly recommend that you divert some of your attention to incorporating earned media into your strategy. Create Highly Shareable Content. Amplify Media Mentions. Amplify Media Mentions.

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 18, 2016

That’s according to a survey of 1,200 “social dads” by Social Media Link and presented in the infographic – Dads Do Social – published nearby. In perusing the data, I could see a reflection in many of the conclusions. The infographic strikes me as an accurate profile or buyer persona of dads who are active on social media.

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Cision

DECEMBER 20, 2017

It seems like creating digital content for organizations like the NFL, Disney World and Carnival Cruise Line would be relatively easy tasks since their industries are naturally exciting. Exciting content people want to share is all around them — all they must do is write it down or film it. Brainstorm Related Topics.

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

The easiest way to do that is by including multimedia elements — whether photos, infographics, videos or audio clips. The value of content marketing has been proven time and time again. To set themselves apart, companies act as publishers, providing unique and interesting content to their consumers. Conclusion.

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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.

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Beyond PR

DECEMBER 12, 2017

In this article, we will discuss the four key elements to write a press release that converts: The news announcement. So write your release with your audience in mind. In the age of Content, search engine results pages (SERPs) are inundated with potential links for users to click on. Multimedia attachments. High-quality links.

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PRSay

JULY 16, 2019

Just like a good story is worth retelling, good content is worth reviving. Repurposing old content ensures you’re spending your time wisely. Not only is the bulk of the work already complete, but you have data to prove it will resonate with your target audience. Reframe it for a new audience. Find a timely twist.

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Cision

JANUARY 9, 2018

Infographics. We learned a lot about the viability of visual content in the 2017 State of the Media. Informative, aesthetic infographics drive immense engagement. Nearly 70 percent of marketers rate charts and graphics as the most engaging type of visual content. How to do it? White Papers.

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MaccaPR

OCTOBER 5, 2015

It may go without saying that content marketing is one of the most discussed topics among public relations professional and marketers this year, a practice which centers on really great, high-quality content. Here at MaccaPR, we've blogged about content marketing a number of times (e.g."

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Cision

APRIL 16, 2015

Write down your objectives. Decide on the data that matters. When crafting your visual story or assets, determine the data that matters. Write an outline. In the case of an infographic, you can use different design principles for different effects. Want to stand out with your content marketing?

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Buzzstream

MAY 9, 2018

We aggregated outreach data from over 12,000 campaigns across 2,000 active BuzzStream accounts and analyzed it to understand reply rates by campaign. The most striking aspect of the data we analyzed is the sheer range of the distribution. Based on the data, fake personalization actually generates a -1.3% Methodology.

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Buzzstream

JANUARY 17, 2018

All you have to do is select your best posts, organize them so they’re easy to read and navigate, explore your idea in more details with pictures and data. Extract Data from your Content and Design an Infographic. People love infographics. An Infographic is a way of exposing your content to more readers.

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PR Fuel

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Over 70% of marketers say content marketing has quantifiably improved prospect engagement. Meanwhile, 66% of customers agree that companies should make it easier to access their content. Before you start writing your first news release, take a moment to research your target audience. Know Your Audience.

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Buzzstream

DECEMBER 13, 2023

I joined BuzzStream as Director of Content Marketing in November of 2023. But before that, I worked for over ten years with three content marketing agencies and one in-house role. PRs can use this data to capitalize on trending topics and sometimes even newsjacking. At the time of writing, AI is in its infancy.

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Buzzstream

DECEMBER 13, 2023

I joined BuzzStream as Director of Content Marketing in November of 2023. But before that, I worked for over ten years with three content marketing agencies and one in-house role. PRs can use this data to capitalize on trending topics and sometimes even newsjacking. At the time of writing, AI is in its infancy.

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Flack's Revenge

MARCH 4, 2015

Dan Zarrella , an authority on data-driven marketing, has written extensively on this topic. In his book Hierarchy of Contagiousness, he writes about “contra-competitive timing”, essentially an open spaces approach to social media. Take visual content, which has become popular in the last few years.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 10, 2019

2) Marketing analytics enable better efficiency. “In Data and analytics capabilities will mature to allow companies to predict the best possible experience and communication touchpoints throughout the entire customer journey. Sean Callahan , Senior Manager, Content Marketing | LinkedIn. 16: Ted Seward.

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PR 20/20

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Below is a comprehensive list of the most effective content formats to engage your TOFU target audiences. Writing informative blog posts on topics related to your product or service can help prospects understand their problem better. Ready to brainstorm your own top-of-funnel content ideas? Source: Tower Electric Bikes 4.

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5W PR

JUNE 25, 2018

In the digital marketing world, making the most of this content generation ability now means investing in new content marketing plans to ramp up brand awareness and cultivate customer engagement. Of course, as valuable as content marketing can be, it’s only effective if companies know how to use it properly.

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Beyond PR

DECEMBER 5, 2017

Ah, the “boring press release” — we’ve all read them, and most of us are guilty of writing one. That’s where your content marketing efforts come into to play. Infographics. I love infographics. I’m not alone, over 40 percent of marketers say infographics are their most engaging piece of content.

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Infographics Case Study Video Survey 72

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 28, 2023

BuzzSumo’s Content Analyzer – Identifying Top Shared Content BuzzSumo can find top-linked content, but its natural strengths are its social metrics. Like Ahrefs, BuzzSumo’s Content Analyzer allows you to search based on a keyword to identify top-linked content across the web.

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Buzzstream

DECEMBER 28, 2023

BuzzSumo’s Content Analyzer – Identifying Top Shared Content BuzzSumo can find top-linked content, but its natural strengths are its social metrics. Like Ahrefs, BuzzSumo’s Content Analyzer allows you to search based on a keyword to identify top-linked content across the web.

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Buzzstream

DECEMBER 28, 2023

BuzzSumo’s Content Analyzer – Identifying Top Shared Content BuzzSumo can find top-linked content, but its natural strengths are its social metrics. Like Ahrefs, BuzzSumo’s Content Analyzer allows you to search based on a keyword to identify top-linked content across the web.

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Tools Blogging Pitching Google 62

Beyond PR

JANUARY 23, 2018

While much of a content marketing strategy revolves around creating new content just for your blog (part of your owned media), I highly recommend that you divert some of your attention to incorporating earned media into your strategy. Create Highly Shareable Content. Amplify Media Mentions. Amplify Media Mentions.

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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. But it’s still an emerging tactic and far too many companies are “flying blind” – just pumping out content without any strategy. Authority: Write what you know. Owned Links.

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Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 25, 2014

It’s a question as old as the web – should you gate your content? It appears that most marketers do and reported gating “ 80% of their major content marketing assets ” according to a survey vetted by MarketingProfs. The same study points out there’s some content – infographics for example – is rarely gated.

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Buzzstream

MAY 19, 2022

I set out trying to write a post about creating a successful survey campaign from start to finish. Like a large firm doing their due diligence on a potential investment, your work starts before gathering survey data or pitching anything for coverage. And each time, I came away more prepared and excited for the next piece of content.

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Sword and the Script

JULY 2, 2016

Search is a form of a question…which is why answering customer questions is a sound strategy for content marketing. By contrast, we share content on social media when it’s convenient for us, says to Steve Plunkett. This uplifting emotional experience is what makes people share positive content.”.

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Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 21, 2014

Barnes again, I just don’t see that in the data. It’s worth underscoring, I am not quibbling with the research, methodology, or data. I’ve read and blogged about previous reports produced by the UMASS Center for Marketing Research for several years now. Infographic: Millennials and Social Commerce.

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Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 19, 2015

Why: “Maybe you have some great things to say yourself, but you’re just not able to connect with your audience—and now you’re losing them,” writes Sujan Patel as he shares tips that will “make any story a story worth sharing.” Storytelling 101: 3 Tips for Creating Compelling Content Marketing.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 24, 2019

I review a lot of marketing studies and surveys – and write about the one I think will be helpful for readers. It’s something of a readout on the year in PR and marketing. How long does it take to write the average blog post? Read more: 3 Studies with Benchmarks for Content Marketing, Blogging and Webinars [UML].

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Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

In our infographic below, you’ll find 11 tips that show you how to design a great Facebook ad and put it into play in your next campaign. Passionate about all things communications, Jolie found her dream job as a copywriter with Critical Mention, where she’s continuing her passion for writing and editing. Until next time!

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 28, 2016

While many marketers want shortcuts , tools, or algorithms to pop out a list of influencers to pitch, this data casts doubt about that approach. ————————————— Want data-driven content about marketing and PR? Want 10x from your PR agency?

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Solo PR Pro

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Contextual Relevance (“Content”) – Here is where SEO dovetails most with PR. Contextual relevance speaks directly to content marketing. What kind of content are you creating for your clients? Do your clients see the value of content marketing? What kinds of questions is the client’s audience searching for?

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 7, 2016

Yet in this data-driven marketing climate, we’ve got to find ways to quantify those hunches. For the purpose of satisfying curiosity, marketing surveys are a useful vehicle for research. The top skills CMOs say they need on their team are: a) digital marketing (62%); b) data analytics and insights (49%); and.

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Cision

APRIL 6, 2016

In fact, as all savvy marketers know, more than “what” you sell, “how” you sell creates a bigger emotional, and thus bankable, impact. I’m also a strong advocate of using persona-building apps such as Personapp and Up Close & Persona to use your audience insights and customer data to create content that resonates with your target market.

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