Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 10, 2019

One-person companies no longer rely solely on their own Facebook page, but on a clever mix of press work and content that they place on their social media channels and websites. Note: Mr. Galant is the CEO of Muck Rack, which is also one of the companies I track for my writings on PR technology. Greg Galant | Muck Rack.

Marketing 105

Marketing Content Marketing Advertising Advertising 105

Newsfile

JANUARY 24, 2024

Writing copy for social media is the most popular use for AI, according to 64% of PR pros. list and rank the top five most effective PR strategies for the technology industry, focusing on new product launches. Social Media Analytics: Analyzing social media for engagement and trend insights.

Trends 52

Trends Data-Driven PR Analytics Survey 52

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Every year I read and write about dozens of reports on B2B marketing and PR. Twitter is still a journalist’s favorite social media site. A survey of 2,500 journalists finds Twitter is still their favorite social media network. It takes an average of 4 hours to write in 2022.

B2B 122

B2B Marketing Survey Software 122

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. Social media statistics from 2020. Think about how much work that is – if you as a PR professional had to write 10 press releases or 10 blog posts per week.

Survey 178

Survey Marketing B2B Study 178

Cision

APRIL 7, 2017

Kristin Daher, the President and founder of Powerhouse Communications , spearheads the creative communications agency providing a wide range of media relations, brand strategy, and social media services with a specialty in the foodservice and franchise space. What are your secrets for media relations success?

Pitching 228

Pitching Agency Social Media Creativity 228

5W PR

JULY 15, 2020

When media kits were first developed, they were folders containing typed paper and black and white photographs. An Apple media kit from 1993 even included physical slides showcasing their newest technologies. What to Include in a Media Kit? Modern media kits are future-proof and adaptable. Creative Media Kit Ideas.

How To 176

How To Media Guidelines Pitching 176

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Either way, using tools and technologies to aid your marketing strategy has never been more impactful than in the age of AI. In PR, where users spend hours researching contacts and monitoring media placements, the need to streamline processes is always at a premium. At the time of writing, AI is in its infancy.

Digital PR 62

Digital PR Tools Google Pitching 62

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Either way, using tools and technologies to aid your marketing strategy has never been more impactful than in the age of AI. In PR, where users spend hours researching contacts and monitoring media placements, the need to streamline processes is always at a premium. At the time of writing, AI is in its infancy.

Digital PR 62

Digital PR Tools Google Pitching 62

Marketwired

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Rethink writing: Michelle Messenger Garrett. Creative PR means thinking outside the box—so while I believe in using traditional tools like a press release or a media pitch, make sure you get a bit creative by constructing your written communications as follows: Start with visuals: Visuals are becoming increasingly important in PR.

Creativity 100

Creativity Pitching Writing Conference 100

Contently - Strategy

APRIL 14, 2021

“Third parties have already begun using non-cookie technologies like Tracking Pixels, which provide many of the same features as cookies,” Shavell noted. Think of articles, videos, and infographics that either appeal to audience interests or address their problems. How content could become even more critical.

Privacy 124

Privacy Google Advertising Advertising 124

Critical Mention

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

As social media and search advertising have become integrated into our everyday lives, many believe that direct mail is an outdated way to reach consumers as smartphones allow millennials to access information, products and services instantly. For instance, does direct mail work, or has digital marketing rendered it obsolete?

Advertising 84

Advertising Advertising Privacy Analytics 84

Flack's Revenge

MARCH 4, 2015

The latest technology and research opens the door to a more nuanced approach. In his book Hierarchy of Contagiousness, he writes about “contra-competitive timing”, essentially an open spaces approach to social media. But the most popular social networks can be crowded and noisy places. Content types and Networks.

Marketing 120

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Infographics 120

The Proactive Report

OCTOBER 19, 2015

The conversation has shifted to: “do we know what we’re doing with technology?” It’s defined as the ability to manage your work and life tasks using technology. We need to know: how to write for the web. social skills. The BBC article lists these five basic skills: Manage information. good manners.

Communications 100

Communications Training Web Analytics 100

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 29, 2020

Backlinko found that “ list posts get an average of 218% more shares than how to’ posts and 203% more shares than infographics.” A difference between search and social. Other studies have shown people share content on social because it makes them look good; they search for information when they need answers.

Content Marketing 78

Content Marketing Study Analysis Marketing 78

The Proactive Report

DECEMBER 24, 2015

If you’ve been trained in traditional PR and technology is fairly new to you, it will seem overwhelming at first. However, you have to learn how to use the tools and the technology. Mapping the social graph. The insights you discover can be useful to the SEO, SEM, social media and marketing teams. Blog Posts.

Digital PR 100

Digital PR Analytics SEO Measurement 100

The Proactive Report

DECEMBER 24, 2015

If you’ve been trained in traditional PR and technology is fairly new to you, it will seem overwhelming at first. However, you have to learn how to use the tools and the technology. Mapping the social graph. The insights you discover can be useful to the SEO, SEM, social media and marketing teams. Blog Posts.

Digital PR 100

Digital PR Analytics SEO Measurement 100

The Proactive Report

DECEMBER 24, 2015

If you’ve been trained in traditional PR and technology is fairly new to you, it will seem overwhelming at first. However, you have to learn how to use the tools and the technology. Mapping the social graph. The insights you discover can be useful to the SEO, SEM, social media and marketing teams. Blog Posts.

Digital PR 100

Digital PR Analytics SEO Measurement 100

Cision

OCTOBER 28, 2015

Think about how many times you’ve seen a text-based article go viral – and compare that to cute kitten photos, the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge or infographics. Visuals are vital for all types of communication, whether they’re still shots, videos, infographics or slides. Images inspire sharing.

Communications 120

Communications Telecommunications Infographics Video 120

Beyond PR

JUNE 19, 2017

As About.com became Dotdash and the San Diego Chargers were relocated and renamed the Los Angeles Chargers, social media was bursting with thoughts and opinions on these rebrands. The Public Relations Institute of Australia (PRIA) recommends communicating the following in writing to all stakeholders: Timeline. Social Media.

Communications 69

Communications How To Telecommunications Employee 69

Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 7, 2019

Infographics. On top of everything, businesses also need to incorporate SEO and a social media marketing campaign. Of course, you need a visual marketing strategy to go hand-in-hand with your written content, especially if you want to take advantage of social media outreach. Common ones include: Blogs. Assessments.

Content Marketing 93

Content Marketing Marketing Infographics Consumer 93

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!

Facebook 62

Facebook Infographics Financial Writing 62

PRSay

APRIL 19, 2016

I’m not sure why it works so well but for eBooks, white papers, infographics or anything related to cause marketing, get going with Pinterest. Commercial radio + Instagram – Commercial radio loves this social network. Of course, add posting to social media networks as a third part of this linked tactic set.

Communications 79

Communications Pinterest Reddit Radio 79

PR 20/20

MAY 23, 2017

Ann Handley , author of Everybody Writes , heads up content at ‘Profs. Avinash often writes in-depth pieces backed by research, and chock-full of strategic tips. Search Engine Journal ( @SEJournal ): Covers SEO and search engines, plus content marketing, social media, paid search and entrepreneurial advice.

Resources 53

Resources Marketing SEO Engineering 53

PR 20/20

AUGUST 11, 2016

New technology is being introduced in the marketing world every day, and the demand for top talent is greater than ever before. Founder and CEO of PR 20/20 Paul Roetzer ( @paulroetzer ) believes that the largest gaps impacting performance lie primarily within marketing talent, technology and strategy. The Coder. The Content Writer.

Marketing 43

Marketing Mobile Engineering Technology 43

PR 20/20

AUGUST 11, 2016

New technology is being introduced in the marketing world every day, and the demand for top talent is greater than ever before. Founder and CEO of PR 20/20 Paul Roetzer ( @paulroetzer ) believes that the largest gaps impacting performance lie primarily within marketing talent, technology and strategy. The Coder. The Content Writer.

Marketing 40

Marketing Mobile Engineering Technology 40

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 13, 2016

For example, ON24 , which provides technology for hosting webinars, says these online presentations are a top lead generation tactic. Share your post liberally on social media. Any social media community manager worth their paycheck should already have a list of Twitter hashtags to use. Use this sparingly.

B2B 60

B2B Infographics Interviews eBook 60

Shift Communications

DECEMBER 10, 2015

You know how branding works in writing – promoting unity across a brand’s messaging creates a coherent identity. Images for promotions, such as ads or social media images, are generally more like pitches than other types of writing. Think of these images as more similar to in-depth types of writing.

Infographics 60

Infographics Tools Guidelines Writing 60

MaccaPR

DECEMBER 19, 2016

In 2017, let's all agree to maximize the ROI of our writing efforts by focusing equal efforts on distribution. Send a dedicated email with encouragement for your employees to share it with relevant contacts, and on their social media channels. Here's how: 33 Content Marketing Promotion Ideas.

Marketing 48

Marketing Content Marketing Pinterest LinkedIn 48

PR 20/20

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

Canva provides free templates for social media posts, blogging and ebooks, infographics, events, ads and other marketing materials. You can create lists, highlight copy, record a conversation, upload files, make charts, and post directly to social media or send via email. Canva : Not a designer? Not a problem.

Tools 40

Tools Marketing Google eBook 40

5W PR

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Start with user-friendly tools and online tutorials to practice writing, editing, designing, and creating any sort of content consistently. Understanding the digital world From blog posts and ebooks to social media and online news, the written word reigns supreme in conveying information and sparking conversations.

Media 78

Media YouTube Transportation eBook 78

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. How long does it take to write the average blog post? 3 hours and 57 minutes; 38% of bloggers report it takes more than 4 hours to write a post; and 19% say it takes six or more hours.

Marketing 78

Marketing Publicity Survey Study 78

Critical Mention

AUGUST 29, 2018

Trying to understand the way people think is the crux of how PR pros build a social media strategy. But as we all know, the psychology behind social media strategy is a complex topic. We have some tips and tricks on how to boost your social media engagement. But not to fear! Visuals are everything.

Social Media 61

Social Media Media Infographics Financial 61

PR Fuel

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Before you start writing your first news release, take a moment to research your target audience. Otherwise, you might write a release that fails to match their interests. When writing your release, it’s important to grab the reader’s attention immediately. Determine why you’re writing this press release.

Brand 94

Brand Branding How To SEO 94

Contently - Strategy

JUNE 11, 2020

Over 2,400 years later, technology, science, and medicine have evolved exponentially, but many words in the oath are still remarkably relevant: “I will remember that there is art to medicine as well as science, and that warmth, sympathy, and understanding may outweigh the surgeon’s knife or the chemist’s drug.

Healthcare 136

Healthcare Content Marketing Industry Trends 136

Sword and the Script

JUNE 4, 2019

I’ve started dedicating the first post of every month to summarizing news from vendors developing technology focused on public relations. Consulting firm Burton-Taylor published a report that benchmarks market size and market share for a category of technology the company describes as “Media Intelligence and PR Software.”

Software 106

Software Reddit Marketing Survey 106

Cision

DECEMBER 5, 2017

Ah, the “boring press release” — we’ve all read them, and most of us are guilty of writing one. Infographics. I love infographics. I’m not alone, over 40 percent of marketers say infographics are their most engaging piece of content. To promote an infographic, you first have to create an infographic.

Infographics 235

Infographics Case Study Content Marketing Video 235

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Though she says writing has always been part of her career, her “first ‘real’ PR job landed me out in the Bay Area working for a tech company.” MG: The technology. Even with all the technology and social media, etc., >>>Also see: Is Media Relations Getting Harder? We joked about it!

Publicity 63

Publicity Storytelling Pitching Nonprofit 63