Sword and the Script

JULY 20, 2021

If you are interested in contributing please read these guidelines. . Some B2B tech companies, especially in early stages, are eager to make a splash in their respective markets. They’re raring to go with branded content about who they are and promotional materials about what makes their product great. Start with the audience.

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Shift Communications

MAY 24, 2022

Influencer marketing is still on a bull run, and we are all in. It has become an essential arm of any consumer marketing program. But nowadays, influencer marketing strategy is not just about finding social media stars with big followings to post your products and news. Just make sure influencers do follow FTC guidelines.

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Strategy Marketing Guidelines Creativity 97

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 12, 2017

The common public relations wisdom about brands and politics is that they don’t mix. The bigger the brand, the more risk-averse the marketing team tends to be, with good reason. But nowadays there’s pressure for brands to take a stand. Some advertisers lent their ears to the complaints as well.

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Prohibition

AUGUST 23, 2023

Nowadays, consumers are constantly bombarded with advertisements and marketing collateral, creating a congested market. This is where influencer marketing plays a pivotal role in the industry. Traditional forms of advertising often feel intrusive and lack the personal touch that influencer marketing provides.

Retail 62

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

What started out as a Snapchat-like platform for younger generations of social media influencers and general users for sharing video snippets has grown into an essential platform for marketing and advertising. It’s open to all formats, and there are no distinct guidelines or rules on how the app should be used. Why TikTok? .

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5W PR

DECEMBER 19, 2023

In the dynamic world of media and marketing, creating a PR stunt that captures attention and aligns with your brand’s values and marketing goals is a high-wire act of creativity and strategy. When executed successfully, it can skyrocket brand awareness, generate buzz on social media, and even make headlines.

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Onclusive

JUNE 14, 2017

In a perfect world, public relations and marketing teams would work together more often to achieve common goals. But let’s be honest: we’re all fighting an uphill battle in reducing organizational drag , and not everyone needs to be in your weekly marketing meeting. Here’s how it typically works….

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MARCH 12, 2024

Creating a strong brand presence should be a priority for your tech startup. A clear and consistent brand builds your reputation in the minds of consumers and helps you stand out from the competition. However, building a brand presence can be tricky if you’re new to the tech industry. Influencer marketing to spread the word.

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Social Media Strategy Media Reputation 78

PRSay

MAY 10, 2018

There’s much ado about influencer marketing these days. With the industry expected to grow in marketing spending to $ 10 billion by the year 2020 , it appears the hubbub surrounding it will be more than just a passing phase. Although it’s called “influencer marketing,” the practice aligns with principles of public relations.

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5W PR

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Having a distinct PR voice means that the consumers are going to be able to connect to the brand a lot quicker because they are going to get familiar with that personality, and as a result, develop better brand awareness. There are plenty of essential elements to how a brand represents itself in front of its audience.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 22, 2020

It’s no coincidence that executives at market-leading companies consistently show up on hot-topic panels. Among our clients, it may be digital tech conferences like Advertising Week, trade group panels like those staged by ANA or IAB, or their own hosted discussions. Public speaking is also a great way to build a personal brand.

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Shift Communications

JUNE 19, 2015

In 2009, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) came out with guidelines regarding disclosure of endorsements that were significantly updated to take into account the ever-expanding domain of online advertising and social media. Reading and then understanding said guidelines in the Federal Register caused many a migraine for marketers.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 1, 2020

While “branding” a product is all about promoting a term, symbol or a product name, public relations (PR) experts view their job as also pitching something with marketing and advertising efforts. There is a view that proper branding mixed with good PR can result in both higher sales and customer loyalty for a product or service.

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Landis PR

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Photo courtesy of Pixabay Over the past year, artificial intelligence (AI) has taken the world of marketing by storm as it has emerged as a powerful, rapidly evolving tool for automating content creation and other marketing-related tasks. In fact, the global market for AI in marketing is likely to reach $107.5

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Konnect Agency

APRIL 20, 2023

In recent years, influencer marketing has experienced explosive growth and continues to thrive. Brands are leveraging social media platforms to reach their target audience through trusted influencers with great success. Leaning into the trend allows brands to tap into the growing demand for authenticity in influencer marketing.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 20, 2021

To help PR/marketing execs succeed in earning awards, here are a few fundamentals and insider tips to know. When a company shows how a known brand like Home Depot or Mercedes has achieved business objectives using a software solution, for example, it gains instant credibility. Why should I enter for awards? By the same token, U.K.

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Prohibition

MARCH 4, 2021

Working with influencers is an effective way to reach and engage with target consumers and is something that most brands include within their social media marketing strategy. This is because influencers have a trusted, engaged audience who view them as more genuine and trustworthy than standard advertisements. Being authentic.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2017

It’s good to know where and how other marketers are finding success. We are after all forever students of marketing. Those categories are: Content marketing statistics. Social media marketing statistics. Paid media and advertising statistics. Marketing measurement statistics. B2B Content Marketing ).

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Content Marketing SEO Social Media Marketing 123

Prohibition

JANUARY 18, 2020

Influencer marketing is at the forefront of an advertising revolution. Seen as one of the most persuasive forms of modern marketing, an increasing number of brands are turning to social media stars to market their products and services. What is influencer marketing? How can influencer marketing benefit me?

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Marketing Advertising Advertising Social Media 62

PRSay

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Beauty giant Estee Lauder spent 75 percent of its digital marketing budget in 2019 working with influencers. Clearly, companies are noticing the utility of an individual who gains a large following on social media to be a spokesperson or “brand ambassador.”.

Ethics 172

Ethics Public Affairs Policies Guidelines 172

Prohibition

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Influencer marketing has been around for the best part of a decade now and initially, it wasn’t clear how big of an impact it was going to have on both brands and consumers. Here’s some reasons why: Influencer marketing regulations must be followed . Today, it is an industry valued in the billions, growing by 83% in 2019.

Marketing 62

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Cision

AUGUST 11, 2016

With the rapidly evolving landscape of the marketing mix, fueled by the MarTech revolution, the growth of influencer marketing and content marketing, and a push towards integrated communications, marketers and communicators need cutting-edge resources more than ever. Marketers need to] adapt. Marketing Land.

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Communications Conversations

MARCH 30, 2022

By now, we all know it: Video is a very big deal when it comes to social media marketing. According to Sprout Social, more than half of marketers say that video is the most valuable content type. I’m talking about brands that post videos on LinkedIn in the wrong format (vertical). And, it doesn’t include captions.

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Barokas

JUNE 7, 2019

Celebrity endorsements have been around for more than a century, but the 80s ushered in a new era of celebrity that not only elevated brands, but profits as well. Along with Air Jordans, how brands engage and promote their products and services has evolved. Many are instead turning to influencers— so naturally, brands should follow.

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Marketing Guidelines Consumer YouTube 94

Cision

DECEMBER 29, 2017

If you’re looking for additional channels to market your brand, which of the following are you thinking of using? Instagram users are also in a buying mindset , and people share more on Instagram about the latest trends — that’s why it is the best avenue to promote your brand and attract more ideal customers.

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Instagram How To Guidelines Facebook 120

Sword and the Script

MARCH 11, 2017

There is more than one way to view tools of the marketing or PR trade. While there are certainly some advantages to early adoption, in a broad sense, B2B marketers all have access to the same general set of tools. And that’s the theme for this week’s Unscripted Marketing links [UML]. The emphasis here is on talent or ability.

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Tools Marketing Advertising Advertising 68

Polaris

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

In fact, they ranked third after retail and brand sites—well above online magazines and news sites. If you’re launching a new product or service, it therefore makes sense to include blogger outreach in the marketing mix. If your product falls into a niche, blogs are a terrific way to get the word out to your target market.

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5W PR

JULY 15, 2020

A media kit, also referred to as a press kit, is a pre-packaged set of marketing materials that promote a person, business, or cause. Media kits are an excellent way to introduce the brand to people who may be unfamiliar with it, such as influencers, event attendees, journalists, or prospective clients. Benefits of Modern Media Kits.

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5W PR

AUGUST 22, 2017

Social media has grown from a simple place to connect friends and family to a marketplace for brands of all sizes. Various social platforms like Facebook, Instagram and Twitter have allowed brands to reach consumers through engaging content, low-cost advertising and influencer partnerships.

Social Media 92

Social Media Guidelines Media Handbook 92

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 9, 2016

We use social media listening tools, review market research, and create SEO-enhanced content. For years, the PR industry’s response to the problem was to measure outcomes by treating earned media stories as paid advertising, with a dollar value calculated from standard ad rates. Beyond Counting Clips and AVEs.

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Measurement How To Guidelines Web 189

Newsfile

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Media monitoring involves systematically tracking and analyzing media content (such as news articles, social media posts, and broadcast segments) related to a specific brand, industry, or topic. Media monitoring tools scan various sources (print, online, social media, TV, radio) for mentions of specific keywords or brands.

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The Proactive Report

DECEMBER 14, 2014

Because these comments were created by employees of Deutsch LA, an advertising agency hired to promote the PS Vita, they are false and misleading. Read the FTC Guidelines. Get your team trained on these social media guidelines and how to use social posts appropriately. Content Marketing Mastering Social Media'

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Prohibition

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

AI Chatbots Thanks to AI chatbots and virtual assistants the way in which we interact with brands and businesses is changing! Trend Analysis AI powered trend analysis can be a really beneficial tool for brands and creators alike. AI must not replace the work of brands and creators but rather enhance content and the user journey.

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Every brand should have a story, and every customer of that brand should connect that product or service with that story. Without a story, consumers are left to buy on price or convenience, benefits that are easily beaten in tight markets that often will not allow new players to get a foothold in a crowded market.

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Mindful Marketing

AUGUST 13, 2022

by David Hagenbuch - professor of Marketing at Messiah University - ​author of Honorable Influence - founder of Mindful Marketing There was a time when only celebrities and aspiring actors were spokespeople. ” A year earlier, Rachel was in my intro to marketing class where she distinguished herself as a strong student.

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Mindful Marketing

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

by David Hagenbuch - professor of marketing at Messiah University - ​author of Honorable Influence - founder of Mindful Marketing If last month was “Dry January,” this year’s alcohol-soaked Super Bowl’s ads might mean calling the current month Febrewery. The two provisos listed above (no more than 28.4%

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Advertising Advertising Television Consumer 93

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 18, 2017

There’s an old saying in marketing that half of the advertising budget is wasted, we just don’t know which half. Despite the maturation of digital marketing and web analytics, this remains a challenge. Advertising spots for the big football game this year grew to $5,000,000 for a mere 30 seconds of airtime.

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