Cision

JANUARY 3, 2018

With a new year around the corner, communications professionals are gearing up to get their plans ready to conquer the world in 2018. Brands who require specialized experience or skills on top of well-rounded PR knowledge may struggle to find the ideal candidate. The post What Challenges Do Comms Professionals Face Going into 2018?

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Onclusive

APRIL 12, 2018

She joined UL in 2015 and is responsible for brand and marketing strategy, communications, public relations and crisis management, corporate social responsibility, events, customer experience, digital marketing and social media, as well as the marketing organization at large.

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Prohibition

AUGUST 15, 2022

This year we have started to see an array of technological advancements within the Metaverse. Who would’ve thought that the creation of digital influencers could give brands the opportunity to leverage influencer marketing with no physical limitations and minimal risks. It’s definitely an emerging trend that has caught our eye!

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Shift Communications

JANUARY 4, 2018

2018 is here, and we’re digging into what look to be some of the biggest trends that will affect PR practitioners this year. In this installment, we’ll look at 4 major trends in earned media: ?. Society and social media have created hyper-focused segmentation of the audience. Reputation Is Brand.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 13, 2019

Once upon a time, brands and agencies relied on human analysts to identify brand mentions and extract insights on their campaigns. We’re not yet at that stage, but the rise of visual content is undeniable, with Instagram reaching the milestone of one billion users (and counting) in June 2018.

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Norton's Notes

JUNE 20, 2018

I have been pretty busy during these last few months speaking at various social media conferences and events discussing a lot of different topics but the big one has been the latest social trends. Video – is it really the future and saviour of social? Facebook Live (now brand incentives have stopped).

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Cision

JANUARY 11, 2018

Earned media has become increasingly important with 89 percent of marketing/communications professionals saying they use it to support the demand generation goal of driving brand awareness. As we reflect on the previous year and continue to head into 2018, we’ve rounded up our top 10 posts from 2017 for your reading pleasure.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 4, 2018

As we close in on the year’s end, I looked back over these marketing and PR statistics in an effort to surface those points that in some way, shape or form, help to summarize 2018 as a year. As a vertical, technology companies invest 9.7% 13) Storytelling the hottest trend in PR in 2018. of revenue in marketing, compared with 7.9%

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Onclusive

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

Last week, Cision announced that it was acquiring media monitoring company Trendkite. As the CEO of a leading communications technology company, I have been asked by many of our customers what this means for the industry. But, in order to measure the actual ROI of a PR campaign you need a reliable technology, which requires investment.

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Stephen Waddington

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

A new Forrester report explores the application of social media listening tools and characterises the market. The promise of the social web is the opportunity for organisations to listen to their audiences or publics and gain insights for business improvement. unsplash-logo Rahul Chakraborty.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 5, 2018

Most often, reactive PR is associated with “newsjacking,” where a brand may seize on a trending news story through social posts or expert commentary in the media. PR wins from brand commandeering. Sometimes, a cultural phenomenon can be the source of incidental, undeserved negative brand attention.

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Critical Mention

APRIL 17, 2019

Today, nearly 90 percent of companies are using social media marketing and Dreamgrow reports over 60 percent of customers expect companies to offer customer service through their social channels. To help you create your social media marketing strategy, we have 15 of the top social media trends you need to follow in 2019!

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 22, 2020

The Asia Pacific region contains many of the fastest-growing and lucrative business markets, especially for technology companies. Advancements like 5G, robotics, AI, and mobile technology infrastructure give it an edge. Beyond culture and language, technology trends are distinct in many APAC countries. As in the U.S.

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PRSay

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

From Chloe Kim’s spectacular, gold medal performance in half-pipe snowboarding to Nathan Chen’s unprecedented five quads in figure skating, the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang has offered exciting escapist entertainment and world-class competition for all. It’s been a really enjoyable, breezy experience. I think it’s a balance.

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Karen Freberg

OCTOBER 13, 2019

One of the areas that is gaining of course a lot of focus in the social media space is the area of certifications and additional training. Incorporating social media certifications is a constant element in all social media classes – but the question always is – which one(s) do you assign?

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Flack's Revenge

JANUARY 10, 2019

Last month I interviewed top PR and social media experts about the challenges facing online marketing. Are the social media waters still safe for marketing? Frank Strong: It’s a question of whether or not your customers and prospects are on social media. What comes after social media?

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Communications Conversations

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

But, that post and Amanda’s note got me thinking: How far have we really come in social media marketing circles in just five years. Because, lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about the NEGATIVE effects of social media marketing. Think about how MUCH social media marketing has evolved in five years.

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PRSay

OCTOBER 12, 2018

Others are attempting to clarify the obscured lines between trained journalists and the media. If we think for a moment that we are in ‘just” a technology and social revolution, make no mistake that public relations and news are in the midst of a similar evolution and revolution. 3. ” — Robert Reich , former U.S.

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Business Wire

AUGUST 9, 2017

Always at the technological forefront, and keeping a strong connection with the audience that helped transform what the conference/festival is today, SXSW continues to place the keys to the kingdom in the public’s hands. What do you need to know to protect your brand and job when robots and algorithms are shaping your company’s image?

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PRSay

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

From Chloe Kim’s spectacular, gold medal performance in half-pipe snowboarding to Nathan Chen’s unprecedented five quads in figure skating, the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang has offered exciting escapist entertainment and world-class competition for all. It’s been a really enjoyable, breezy experience. I think it’s a balance.

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Onclusive

JANUARY 25, 2019

Staying on top of the latest trends, technologies and strategies is paramount. The conference features over 120 sessions and workshops presented by the leading brand marketers and experts from around the world covering strategy, storytelling, ROI, demand generation, AI, and more. Date: March 21, 2018. ContentTECH Summit.

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Communications Conversations

JULY 19, 2018

And, unlike many others who have these opinions on trends in the social media world, he’s actually done the work. But, for now, let’s meet this Social Media Rock Star and learn more about what he’s up to at Toro. First, tell us more about your role at Toro as Social and Digital Media Leader.

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Sword and the Script

MAY 28, 2019

Political messages have permeated every possible medium from the mailbox to social media and everywhere in-between. That’s the backdrop for brands considering taking a public stand on a political position. The ensuing narrative has been that “taking a stand is no longer an option for brands.”. Click To Tweet.

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Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 15, 2018

A recent survey conducted by Ned Lundquist’s Job of the Week (JOTW) in partnership with Sword and the Script Media, LLC sought to find out the true status of our industry. The full 2018 JOTW Communications Survey can be viewed in its entirety here. A Final Question.

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Communications Conversations

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Users and brands will all soon be able to take and post these 3D pics–but you need to be using an iPhone 7 or newer phone in portrait mode (I’m one of the laggards still using a 6s!). I’m guessing we’ll see a host of brands playing with this new piece of functionality in the next few weeks.

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Landis PR

APRIL 29, 2024

The blog covers Finland’s history of innovation and current investment opportunities, particularly in sectors like bio & circular economy and sustainable technology. It also provides information on key economic indicators, government initiatives, and advice for foreign companies looking to navigate Finland’s media environment.

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 30, 2021

That’s according to the 2021 JOTW Strategic Communications Survey – by Ned’s Job of the Week , an email newsletter and Sword and the Script Media, a PR and marketing consultancy for B2B technology. Brands taking stands on political or social issues. Communications technology. 2018 JOTW Communications Survey.

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PRSay

MARCH 28, 2018

Technology, generation gaps and FOMO (fear of missing out) are a few of the challenges facing higher-education communicators. At public and private institutions, communicators should regularly assess their own institutional brands and value. What are the biggest challenges that communications leaders in higher education face today?

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The Proactive Report

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

If the idea of technology invading the practice of PR freaks you out a little, perhaps all you need a different perspective. Yes, technology can be daunting, but it can also make your life a lot easier, help you achieve better results and demonstrate the value of your work. A social media management dashboard.

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Beyond PR

JANUARY 4, 2018

With a new year around the corner, communications professionals are gearing up to get their plans ready to conquer the world in 2018. Brands who require specialized experience or skills on top of well-rounded PR knowledge may struggle to find the ideal candidate. But along with those plans are some obstacles to overcome.

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Critical Mention

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Greg, who never quite understands what is going on in any situation, agrees to help without comprehending what exactly is involved; he is essentially trying to manually keep track of the reaction to Kendall’s press conference across all of the internet and social media until a more formal solution is available. Until next time!

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The Resolution Blog

JANUARY 8, 2018

The content you should be creating 2018 plans are underway and creatives are about to be brought to life. When I left comms agency work for PR technology I felt I had to unlearn many of the techniques I’d built up over 13 years. Brand social activity into site content in real-time. What do you guys think?

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Stern + Associates

APRIL 17, 2023

In today’s fast-paced world, short-form video content reigns supreme over all other forms of social media content. Are you looking to increase brand awareness? Is there something you can tell them that the brand can’t? You can share tips, insights, trends, best practices and emerging technologies for your industry.

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PRSay

AUGUST 6, 2019

As Gen Z, individuals born starting in 1997 as defined by the Pew Research Center, replaces millennials as the primary consumer target for many corporations, organizations and brands, PR practitioners must delve into this consumer segment and understand how to effectively engage them for the next 15-20 years.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

Our goal is to prepare students, educators and professionals with the tips, best practices and tools they need to thrive in 2018. What are the most important steps in 2018? Q4: Let’s talk social media and personal branding. Q2: How should you prepare for a career in PR today? Do you need it to succeed in PR?

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

” But in the run-up to this year’s AdWeek in New York, it seems CMO and brand patience has started to wane. The trend creates a ripe opportunity for communicators who manage earned media programs to secure better investments in 2018. You’re going to see where [brands] look more to earned media. Far from it.

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Cision

JANUARY 2, 2018

It’s 2018: Do you know where your marketing campaigns are focused? It’s also known for helping increase consumers’ engagement with brands, given Facebook’s 183 million daily users. This type of approach is reminiscent of marketing days gone by, but it isn’t representative of what works best in 2018.

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