Sword and the Script

JUNE 9, 2015

The biggest challenge is that we are moving from an industry that could create one amazing commercial to reach consumers to an ecosystem with a diversified channel structure,” according to Mike Scafidi , marketing operations with PepsiCo. Yet the paper also surfaces the underlying driver of the shift to content marketing.

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Employee Marketing Viral 60

Prohibition

JULY 14, 2017

Consider the changing shape of the comms industry, and you will undoubtedly come across the phrase ‘content marketing’. Content has become the ‘buzz word’ for the industry – whether you specialise in SEO, digital marketing or indeed more traditional avenues such as online advertising and PR.

Content Marketing 48

Content Marketing Marketing B2C SEO 48

5W PR

JUNE 27, 2022

In the last couple of years, the tools and software in the advertising industry have been rapidly evolving to the point where companies can now utilize a large number of platforms to create highly targeted ad campaigns that are completely automated. Consumer Focused.

Company 88

Company Strategy Publicity Advertising 88

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Advertising is a distant third. She and her research team conducted a focus group with 46 participants and also using a panel to survey 1,500 consumers. More: Media Relations Shrinks as a Public Relations Service; Cliff Notes to 3 Industry Reports 9. Content marketing and media relations need each other.

Survey 94

Survey Industry Leadership Study 94

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) initiatives will be incredibly important, but when the next crisis hits, consumers will be reminded to look back on major brands that only paid the topic lip service. Eventually, and thankfully, DEI will be expected and not a marketing point. Bill Byrne , Managing Director, Remedy PR .

Marketing 214

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 214

Sword and the Script

APRIL 1, 2017

Use PR to build a brand and advertising to defend it. The point of that philosophy used to be that, while you can build a brand with advertising, it’s very expensive. But marketing is anything but stagnant. More recently, fake news has laid the groundwork for a new-found trust in advertising. 1) In advertising, we trust.

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Advertising Advertising Print Study 62

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 5, 2017

Regular readers know I bought into the concept of “ content marketing ” many years ago. It was in effect the coining of a term that characterized a strategy my team and I was already working on across traditional PR, digital marketing and social media. 3 Studies that Challenge Marketing Assumptions.

Content Marketing 66

Content Marketing Case Study Marketing Conference 66

Cision

OCTOBER 4, 2017

When it comes to the transformation of the public relations industry, Google, Facebook, and Twitter always receive the revolutionizing praise. This post, however, is aimed to put visual content on the pedestal. When you pair the 24/7 news cycle with always-on connectivity, you get consumers overwhelmed by a perpetual stream of content.

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How To Storytelling B2C Measurement 282

Cision

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

In our ongoing series, Jay Baer, founder of Convince & Convert and New York Times bestselling author discusses important questions facing the communications industry. In this video, Baer looks at a problem that plagues the industry — earned media attribution. It’s part of the Cision Communications Cloud.

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Video Media Measurement System 231

5W PR

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

As the social web expands and the power of consumers continues to grow, small businesses that want stay relevant, attract customers and retain their loyal followings must find new, compelling ways of communicating their brand messages. When it comes to building trust and credibility, PR is king.

Small Business 158

Small Business Publicity Social Media Web 158

Prohibition

AUGUST 25, 2023

The retail industry has undergone a significant transformation. With the rise of online shopping and the increasing influence of digital platforms, traditional marketing strategies are no longer enough to stay competitive. These channels include websites, search engines, social media platforms, email marketing, and online advertising.

Retail 62

Retail Marketing Analytics Social Media 62

Cision

APRIL 7, 2015

Content marketing is a crucial piece of content strategies. As technology becomes ever-present, content strategies should include video, podcasts, games, comics, events and more. Social media, e-newsletters, articles on owned websites and blogs make up the four most used content marketing tactics.

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B2C Content Marketing B2B Mobile 120

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

These strategies help brands connect with their audience, stand out in their industry, and create a positive reputation. Then, how can PR aid your video marketing campaigns to create top-of-mind awareness? A PR team excels in conducting market research, analyzing industry trends, and understanding the competitive landscape.

Video 108

Video Marketing SEO Social Media 108

PR 20/20

OCTOBER 14, 2015

Content marketing has drastically altered the consumer-to-brand connection—from in-your-face advertising to a mutually beneficial relationship. According to the newly released CMI 2016 B2B Content Marketing Research Report , 88% of organizations use content marketing.

Content Marketing 40

Content Marketing Marketing B2B Advertising 40

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The global toy industry sees kidfluencers as a lucrative advertising channel, especially through techniques like “stealth advertising,” such as advertorials framed as reviews. Their authenticity and natural approachability make them relatable, helping brands foster consumer trust.

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Brand Branding Marketing Ethics 82

Contently - Strategy

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

I worked for years as a content strategist. I’ve spent the last decade researching and reporting on the content marketing industry. Along the way, I’ve probably consumed more pieces of branded content than anyone else. Content teams often sit two or three levels below the CMO.

Brand 145

Brand Branding Healthcare Enterprise 145

ReimaginePR

JULY 25, 2018

It encompasses everything from the language that you use on your main site to the way other sites in your industry link back to you. It doesn’t matter what your product or brand is, every consumer is visiting a search engine to determine the options that are out there for them. B2C – Business to consumer. Feel properly educated?

SEO 211

SEO Tools Engineering Google 211

Prohibition

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

It provides actionable insights into – Harnessing user psychology Ad comparison – looking at different social platforms Digital strategies for business growth Entrepreneurship – knowing when to quit Looking to the future Are you struggling to get more return from your paid social advertising following iOS 14?

Privacy 62

Privacy Comparison B2B Retail 62

Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 5, 2016

What role should PR practitioners play in areas such as content marketing? What role should advertising have in social? What are the common ground opportunities for digital marketing and public relations? What role should PR have in social media? How has technology impacted IMC structures? A follow-up blog post by PR 2.0

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Community Technology LinkedIn Advertising 150

The Resolution Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2019

Within the PR and advertising industries, there’s often talk about the PESO model (paid, earned, shared, and owned media). Advertising is also learning from PR. The industry is becoming more consumer-centric as the general population become savvier to forceful marketing messages.

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Advertising Advertising Measurement Storytelling 120

MaccaPR

OCTOBER 14, 2015

Rebranding to “LinkedIn Pulse” in late 2013 , the app has quickly become a key part of making LinkedIn a content marketing machine. LinkedIn Pulse essentially analyzes what’s being written and aggregates content based on your industry, your connections and what you choose to follow on the network. This one’s a no-brainer.

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LinkedIn Content Marketing Marketing Engineering 48

PR 20/20

MARCH 12, 2019

Artificial intelligence, despite any hype or buzz you hear, is a very real force in the marketing industry—and it’s changing the way brands and people create content. Content marketing activities dominated the list of highest-rated use cases for AI in marketing. What Is AI for Content Marketing?

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Content Marketing Company System Marketing 40

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JANUARY 16, 2024

In a world saturated with information, where consumers are more discerning than ever, the role of authenticity in public relations and communications cannot be overstated. Consumers crave genuine connections and are drawn to brands and personalities that share their values and beliefs. Think of the brands you deal with daily.

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Crisis Airlines Crisis Communications Social Media 84

Cision

JANUARY 3, 2018

Speculation runs rampant, but likely part of the cause of the budget crunch is the fact that it’s so difficult to measure results from content marketing. Know that there are tools that solve the content and earned media measurement challenge. Challenge #4: Disconnect Between Content and Real-World Behavior.

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Measurement Tools eBook Analytics 225

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Hunter PR is a wonderful strategic and creative communications partner that helps brands by creating strategic programming, content and relationships that foster consumer attention to brands. Several popular topics covered in their news & views section of their site are advertising, digital, diverse, creative and awards news.

Public Affairs 172

Public Affairs Creativity Nonprofit Agency 172

Cision

JUNE 6, 2017

According to research by Boston Consulting Group, one ultraloyal customer who shares content can generate eight times his or her own consumption through their advocacy. The key idea here is that the economic value of content marketing does not come from content. It comes from the transmission of content.

Marketing 239

Marketing Television Handbook Web 239

Contently - Strategy

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Video is now the main way people consume content online. Much of that video content is pure entertainment , but consumers are itching for branded videos. In response, brands are investing more in video marketing content than ever to meet such strong engagement and potential ROI.

Video 89

Video Strategy Marketing Instagram 89

Cision

JANUARY 2, 2018

Facebook has gained a reputation for being a marketing shortcut of sorts; its ads have an average click-through rate of.9 9 percent , no matter the industry. It’s also known for helping increase consumers’ engagement with brands, given Facebook’s 183 million daily users. About Dan Curran.

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

Improving brand awareness and profitability boils down to integrating PR, marketing and other sales strategies to optimize a brand’s overall message. This is both important for consumer engagement as well as client relations. PR professionals are adept in creating a variety of content suitable for a wide range of audiences.

Marketing 68

Marketing Analysis Content Marketing Social Media 68

Sword and the Script

MAY 21, 2019

That led her down a series of paths including content marketing, ecommerce and today, in B2B marketing. BH: When I stepped into the world of content marketing to understand what was happening there, it was in healthcare. BH: We’re all consumers. 1) Why start a business focused on B2B paid social?

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B2B Social Media Company Marketing 79

The Hoyt Organization

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The change rate is substantially higher than the typical rate digital marketers are used to. This is especially true when we consider the core aspects of SEO – content creation and optimization. Google is the industry leader in search, not by chance, but due to its commitment to innovation.

Marketing 87

Marketing SEO Google Advertising 87

Beyond PR

MARCH 6, 2018

Considering the culmination of traditional advertisements (newspaper, TV, radio and billboards) and digital advertisements (banner ads, pop-ups and sponsored posts), how many advertisements a day do you think you’re exposed to? Annoyed and overwhelmed, consumers are fed up with intrusive advertising and sales tactics.

Strategy 67

Strategy How To B2C Content Marketing 67

PR Fuel

AUGUST 12, 2021

About 70% of US companies actively invest in content marketing, too. Consider adding press releases to your content marketing strategy this year. Researching and writing for your target audience can get exhaustive and time-consuming. You can establish your credibility in the industry and boost brand visibility.

Writing 105

Writing SEO Pitching Engineering 105

Shift Communications

MAY 4, 2017

Facebook is the premier mobile marketing platform for any industry, any sector, from government to healthcare to consumer goods. No matter your company or industry, at least some percentage of your audience is on Facebook – and probably on a mobile device. What do these results mean for you?

Facebook 107

Facebook Video Mobile Advertising 107

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 21, 2016

As almost 200,000 folks get ready for their annual excursion to Las Vegas for CES (Consumer Electronics Show) , those of us who toil in B2B tech public relations will be looking for 2017 trends to better take advantage of industry moves and stake out positions for clients. B2B content will become more customized.

B2B 120

B2B Customer Service Software Technology 120

Prohibition

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Combining SEO and content marketing will increase your online presence, as the reach is much greater from higher rankings. This online coverage will position your brand as the ‘go-to’ operator in your field, thought leader, industry specialist, or generally drive awareness around a unique selling point.

Digital PR 62

Digital PR Brand Branding SEO 62

Cision

APRIL 6, 2016

They’re bombarded every day with content, advertisements and information. Digital Marketing at LEWIS Pulse, you need to understand your audience’s unique needs and reach them in new and unexpected ways. What’s the biggest lesson about marketing you’ve learned throughout your career? The industry is moving at rapid speed.

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Employee Storytelling Content Marketing Leadership 120