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The top 10 most-read blog posts on Sword and the Script in 2023

Sword and the Script

In 2016, I decided to hang out a shingle and start my own business. In 2023, the 14 th year of publishing, I published 50 blog posts. 3 benchmarks for your B2B marketing budget as a percentage of revenue Several credible studies conducted in 2023 put the average benchmark for B2B marketing budgets at about 10% of revenue.

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Hopes, Dreams and Sage Advice: 40+ Marketing and PR predictions for 2023

Sword and the Script

b) More pay-to-play opportunities to participate in national media relations opportunities. c) More companies create their own content and channels to reach audiences instead of traditional media channels. PR and communications pros will be leaning way more heavily on AI-powered content development tools in 2023.

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PR Measurement: An Integrated Approach

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

An integrated approach includes all aspects of communications — public relations, marketing, social media, advertising — for a 360-degree view of the planning and measurement process. Media relations resulting in coverage is earned media, which has always been the stalwart of public relations.

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The Enduring Significance of Broadcast Media: Why TV and Radio Remain Essential for PR Professionals

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

Despite the growing popularity of streaming services, cable and broadcast television still dominate TV viewing time in the US, comprising 53% of the overall viewership as of May 2023, as depicted in the chart below. Since 2016, there has been a slight increase in online news consumption and a slight decrease in print news consumption.

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Will humans have to re-write AI’s draft of history? 42 marketing and communications predictions for 2024

Sword and the Script

Social media platforms Bluesky and Threads will continue to become attractive substitutions for X (formerly Twitter).” ~ Marc C. Authenticity tops metrics bloat and hope “The Merriam-Webster word of the year for 2023 is ‘authentic.’ Whitt , Author, ‘ PR Lessons Learned Along the Way’ 7.

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Countdown to CES 2023: Top 7 PR Lessons for Mobility and Automotive Suppliers

Bianchi Biz Blog

After two years without a full-fledged, in-person CES, automotive suppliers and vehicle technology providers – and their customers – are eager for CES 2023, which is just a few months away. And it appears the 2023 version, slated for Jan. 3-8, 2023, in Las Vegas, may maintain that status. million square feet of exhibit space.

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Confirmation Bias in Media: The Echo Chamber Challenge

Doctor Spin

Media Relations: Debiasing Techniques “Debiasing techniques against confirmation bias could potentially promote human welfare by reducing ideological extremism and fostering understanding among diverse groups.” Confirmation Bias in Organisations Confirmation bias exists everywhere, not just in the media. Media Logic.

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