Sword and the Script

AUGUST 1, 2022

DE&I was followed by thought leadership (49%), data & analytics (48%), storytelling (48%), comms strategy (46%), measurement (46%), internal comms (44%) and ESG programs (43%). Most common comms measurement methods. 2018 JOTW Communications Survey. 2018 JOTW Communications Survey. Arik Hanson).

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 25, 2020

Here’s the recording: Also, see these pieces related to this year’s survey: PR Measurement: How is Communications Proving Value? Comm Pros Feel the Challenge of Proving ROI (Marketing Charts) What Does “Storytelling” Mean to You? 105 Answers from Communicators Why Have the Top Challenges Facing PR and Comms Shifted?

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 30, 2021

Making an effort to measure is half the battle. More than half (60%) of respondents say they measure their comms efforts “always” or often.” Another 30% measure their efforts some of the time, while 10% rarely or never make any effort to measure results. Blog: What Does “Storytelling” Mean to You?

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Stephen Waddington

OCTOBER 3, 2019

Growth in 2018 was five percent for the second consecutive year according to the data that we’ve collected at The Holmes Report. Purpose may be the latest incarnation of corporate responsibility but it’s here to stay. within agencies, although this is down from 21% in 2018. Our estimated value of the total industry is $15.5

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

This means PR pros will need to figure out how to have their clients mentioned in these outlets and learn how to measure their success.”. Brad Marley , Chief Storyteller, Yelram Media . And that requires good data – not only to find the right people and outlets but also to measure the reach and impact of these efforts.

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Stephen Waddington

OCTOBER 3, 2019

Growth in the agency market in 2018 was five percent for the second consecutive year according to the data that we’ve collected at The Holmes Report. Purpose may be the latest incarnation of corporate responsibility but it’s here to stay. within agencies, although this is down from 21% in 2018. billion dollars.

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Sword and the Script

MARCH 10, 2019

Corporate communications departments are taking more work in-house. The survey identified the top five reasons for firing an agency as follows: 1) cost (81%); 2) poor client service (47%); 3) inability to measure ROI (41%); 4) too much “hand-holding” (32%); 5) taking more work in-house (30%). is notoriously difficult to measure.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

This will contribute to even more noise, and it will make high-quality corporate content both more appreciated and harder to find.”. This type of authentic, transparent storytelling will likely help organizations standout from their competitors, win over customers and investors, and keep regulators in good graces.”. ~

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

In addition, this same disruption – led by the 2024 election, the speed of misinformation and continued economic uncertainty – will require a strong measure of GRIT. Authentic storytelling continued to excel “For PR, authentic storytelling will continue to excel as consumers seek honest, genuine experiences and solutions.

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Sword and the Script

MARCH 19, 2018

A new survey of primarily corporate communications professionals identified the hottest trends and tactics in PR – and perhaps those that aren’t so hot too. Respondents said storytelling, content marketing and thought leadership will be more important over the next 12 months. The 2018 JOTW Communications Survey from Frank Strong.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

As noted in our post on long-form content , a CEO can help influence a corporate image as well as build a personal brand through regular video communications. Video communications can work well in time-urgent situations, but a controlled message is just that, and it will be questioned if it doesn’t measure up.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 22, 2020

is $100,000 in 2020; it’s higher for in-house PR and corporate communication roles at $145,500 and lower for PR agencies at $90,000. Data, storytelling and blogging of grow in importance. Data & analytics (76%), storytelling (74%) and content marketing, like blogging (74%) were increasingly important to PR pros in 2020.

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Stephen Waddington

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

An international public relations report suggests that the industry it set to see growth worldwide but that measurement remains a work in progress. There’s good news in the 2018 edition for growth, investment, integration and digital but improving measurement is critical to unlocking budgets and talent. #1

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 10, 2019

We can measure the initial impacts of marketing and advertising efforts almost immediately, but that doesn’t mean we should. New LinkedIn research found that only 4% of digital marketers are measuring return on investment six months into a campaign or longer. Media struggle for income gives rise to desperate measures.”.

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Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 5, 2018

Much of the modern public relations business grew up out of media relations and publicity, rooted in storytelling and editorial engagement. Trust in the media The 2018 Edelman Trust Barometer (opens as a PDF) puts the trust between the public and media at 41% worldwide. Engagement with news brands online is messy and tricky to measure.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 11, 2018

I believe there will be an acceleration towards humanizing brands, putting individuals in front of a corporate identity, in an effort to emotionally connect with customers.”. – BJ Schaknowski | Vertafore. Also see PR and Storytelling; Off Script No. Also see PR and Storytelling; Off Script No. 4) New emphasis on trust.

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Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Carbon as a metric - PR practitioners must measure carbon in the rush to address ESG concerns as a report suggests that the UK is woefully unprepared for climate risk. The Institute of Development Studies has published best practice guidelines for inclusive storytelling. The network effect and friction are strong.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Efficient marketing execution and measurement. Podcasts are great for the delivery of credible information and analysis, and storytelling. Stressed corporate teams can hire extra PR and marketing muscle to supplement themselves, often without committing to long-term benefits and employment packages. Marketing predictions.

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