Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Professionals across the globe share analysis and perhaps, aspiration, in offering up PR and marketing predictions for 2022. I believe when people write predictions, they aren’t just saying what they think will happen but revealing a reflection of sorts. cookies) is in its twilight which puts diminishes marketing reach and targeting.

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Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 215

Sword and the Script

JULY 24, 2018

There’s are several industry organizations that field annual surveys about content marketing and they are gearing up. Last year, the data overwhelmingly found every business says they are doing content marketing. This year, I predict satisfaction with content marketing will slide and many won’t understand why.

Content Marketing 64

Content Marketing B2B Marketing Exercises 64

Cision

APRIL 18, 2017

If you already have a list of vetted keywords from your marketing team to work from, skip ahead to step two. If not, complete the following exercise: Write down all of the questions you are asked in new business—aka sales—meetings. Write down all of the questions your customer service department is asked.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

And, given the vast amount of time I pour into writing about PR technology , I’m really pleased with the long list of contributions from the PR technology vendor community. b) More pay-to-play opportunities to participate in national media relations opportunities. Clay Morgan , Writer and Consultant, Morgan Media, Inc.

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Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 190

Sword and the Script

APRIL 19, 2016

My media relations and outreach efforts had secured an interview with CNBC for a technology client and the reporter had flown in to conduct it in person. Proven to get More Out of Media Relations. That was the outcome good media relations pitching earned. The Soft and Subtle PR Pitch of Content Marketing.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Firms that stick to being mere providers of media relations will continue to lose market share.” 5) Marketers will slow down. The Internet moves at breakneck speed, but that doesn’t mean that we as marketers have to do the same. Sean Callahan , Senior Manager, Content Marketing | LinkedIn.

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Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Over the past 12 months or so, I’ve easily reviewed and written about more than 20 such PR surveys from the PR sector (there many more about marketing). Recently I went back through all the write-ups I’ve published on surveys and boiled the results down to these ten. Advertising is a distant third.

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Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

PR practitioners use a variety of methods to get their message out, including press releases, media relations, social media, and more. What are some examples of public relations? Media relations: This involves building relationships with journalists and getting media coverage for an organization or individual.

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Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 100

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 14, 2018

If you work in PR and engage in media relations , it’s a good idea to keep an ear out as to what is on the minds of those that work in the media. The 2018 State of the Media report by Cision is an annual survey of reporters that offers some insight. 10 Fundamentals for Successful B2B Media Interviews.

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Survey Report Media B2B 102

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JUNE 27, 2023

When a news outlet publishes or airs your story, you’ve earned that coverage ( earned media ) which lends credibility over advertising (paid media). Earned media is the lifeblood of media relations, a core component of public relations. Press releases are multipurpose, multifunctional documents.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 24, 2019

I review a lot of marketing studies and surveys – and write about the one I think will be helpful for readers. It’s something of a readout on the year in PR and marketing. How long does it take to write the average blog post? Read more: 3 Studies with Benchmarks for Content Marketing, Blogging and Webinars [UML].

Marketing 78

Marketing Publicity Survey Study 78

MaccaPR

OCTOBER 26, 2015

The near-collapse of much of US journalism employment and the seeming vulnerability of PR coincided with America’s top marketers who - smitten with digital advertising - diverted billions of dollars from their traditional ad budgets into online. Exhibit A: The Death Knell of “Advertising’?

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Content Marketing Marketing Advertising Advertising 48

Cision

JULY 26, 2016

In this interview, David discusses the importance of good writing skills, how technology has transformed the industry and how to stand out in today’s crowded marketplace. PR, social media, digital and marketing will continue to overlap, and the line between editorial and advertising will also continue to evolve.

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Writing Engineering Journalism Analytics 120

Cision

OCTOBER 19, 2017

Using keywords that will help the right people find your website is essential for every facet of your marketing strategy from search engine optimization to social media to blogging to PR. At Cision, our marketing team is all about working smarter. You can also track results for keywords you use in your paid advertising.

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Brand Branding How To SEO 208

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 17, 2019

So, given the results which one is better – PR or content marketing ? Recommended reading: Why Content Marketing and Public Relations Need Each Other. Dispelling 6 Myths PR Sometimes has about Content Marketing. 2) Earned media still reigns as THE most credible. Advertising is a distant third.

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Study Survey B2B Advertising 61

Landis PR

DECEMBER 4, 2023

While we have only just scratched the surface when it comes to the potential of generative AI , this certainly does not mean that the human element of writing is dead. Content creation is merely experiencing the next wave of its evolution. Plus, eight out of 10 report that the quality of their content has improved.

Marketing 59

Marketing Content Marketing Storytelling B2B 59

Sword and the Script

JUNE 18, 2019

What is for sure is that a solid PR team is versatile and can expertly cover down on a broad number of functions: internal comms, external comms, executive comms, media relations, analyst relations, corporate social responsibility, thought leadership and marcom, and as I’ve long proposed, content marketing, among many others.

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Employee Print Writing Survey 150

Waxing UnLyrical

APRIL 12, 2018

As an example, he used the goal of producing 2,000 downloads that equate to marketing soft leads for sales. He said, “This goal should be shared across the entire marketing/communications department. It’s not a content marketing goal or a PR goal. Public Relations is Not Media Relations. In the least.

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Media Relations Advertising Advertising Content Marketing 85

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 15, 2019

The survey doesn’t get into how that budget would be broken out, which means it could include entail headcount, creative or design, social media management tools, and paid social. I want to advocate for paid social and specifically as part of a media relations program. 1) Use paid social to support media pitching.

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B2B Facebook Advertising Advertising 79

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Marketing investment was redirected towards demand generation (content marketing, paid media) as startups looked for deal flow. As the market lifts, brands will need to raise awareness and will be ready to invest for the longer term as their horizons extend. There will be a glut of AI-generated content as well.

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 15, 2017

And with that, what was once a community service of sorts, with some editorial oversight, has become an advertisement. If it works out for the ACBJ – good for them – but for business communicators, it’s just another example of the four big media trends that are upending the landscape. Blending editorial and advertising.

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Journalism Brand Branding Advertising 65

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 19, 2021

So, I started tracking the community and publishing three different writing series on PR technology ( PR Tech Sums , PR Tech Briefing s, and Product Reviews ). This blog is just a cover story for an incredible marketing and PR agency serving B2B tech. I took a briefing from them last year but never got around to writing it up.

Technology 170

Technology Publicity Software Pitching 170

Landis PR

JULY 31, 2023

Solid storytelling, writing and editing skills are still very much in demand. Kristen Dunleavy is the senior content marketing manager at Muck Rack, where she creates, distributes and oversees all things content for Muck Rack’s audience of PR pros and journalists.

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Communications Marketing Pitching Technology 97

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 1, 2019

2) 12 Things You Should do to Amplify a Media Mention Once You’ve Earned It. If you are going to invest in PR and media relations , then you want to get the most out of it. To that end, what you do with a mention earned in the media is every bit as important as getting it in the first place.

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Survey B2B Google 60

Prohibition

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

So last week was all about Brexit again, but in the advertising space, it was all about the latest John Lewis advert and a little boy called Reg buying a new piano. We are also running a cohesive media relations programme to place some of the finest jewellery pieces from the Collection into gift guides from media titles across the country.

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Video Film Fashion Web 63

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Revenue generation tactics needed adjusting and marketing strategies have been shifted to improve messaging to their audiences in a time when digital communications and influencer marketing are more important than ever before. Senior Marketing Manager, Critical Mention. Priscilla Osorio.

Brand 126

Brand Branding Storytelling Analytics 126

Sword and the Script

MARCH 1, 2022

Cision adds sponsored content feature to PR Newswire – pitches it as “guaranteed editorial”; Meltwater Beats Earnings; TrueScope Raises $6.2 It’s doing this through a partnership with an adtech company called Nativo, which as the brand name suggests, is a native advertising platform. Million and Eyes the U.S.

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Software Case Study Advertising Advertising 121

Critical Mention

MAY 7, 2020

These kinds of mentions can help make up for a lack of advertising budget and organizations need a way to be sure they are capturing the value created through business visibility and brand growth. Get a closer look at the most robust media monitoring and intelligence platform in the industry by scheduling a free, custom demo.

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Media Radio Television Sports 113

Cision

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

Influencer Marketing. While consumer trust in advertisements and even in traditional media sources continues to decline, Twitter says we now trust influencers as much as our friends. This means, if you don’t have a strong influencer marketing program set for 2017, you will be way behind. Contributor Marketing.

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Trends Leadership Small Business Analytics 120

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Several popular topics covered in their news & views section of their site are advertising, digital, diverse, creative and awards news. Finn Partners is a global integrated marketing agency that provides lasting results to its clients. Priscilla is the marketing coordinator for Critical Mention. Work hard play nice.

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Public Affairs Creativity Nonprofit Agency 172

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 9, 2018

Several studies suggest businesses plan to invest in public relations in 2018. Specifically, media relations, or earned media, is poised for new prominence. Even the advertisers are aiming for a bigger investment in PR. I suggest writing different headlines and freshening up the copy with new data where applicable.

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Media B2B Groups Conference 98

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Leveraging PR’s media relations skills: PR’s extensive network of media (and social media) connections comes in handy for enhancing your video marketing exposure. Pay attention to their previous work, the types of stories they write, and their social media presence.

Video 87

Video Publicity Marketing Analytics 87

Cision

MAY 21, 2015

Welcome to The #AskGaryVee show, where I answer your questions about marketing, social media, and entrepreneurship. Tools, tips and tactics on everything marketing and social media related. Social Media Zoom Factor. SocialZoomFactor is a podcast created for business and marketing leaders. Content Inc.

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Social Media Marketing Pinterest Media 120

Critical Mention

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

What is Earned Media? Earned Media is publically gained content that is written about you or your brand without paid promotion or advertising. It can also be seen as word-of-mouth marketing or free advertising. Earned Media is comprised of coverage that comes from a variety of sources and mediums.

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Radio Media Newspapers Sports 104

Prohibition

JULY 19, 2018

And, over the past 20 years, with the rise of the digital age , we’ve seen the PR techniques employed by big and small brands alike becoming more abstract and off the cuff in a bid to capture the attention of what is now a hugely saturated market. What’s the difference between marketing, advertising and public relations?

Publicity 48

Publicity Advertising Advertising Tools 48

Stuart Bruce

JUNE 24, 2015

Last week I spent two fantastic days with Mynewsdesk at its FutureComms15 conference and then the following day at a content marketing master class with the Content Marketing Institute’s Robert Rose. Paul Holmes says that “public relations finds real stories and shares them. That’s not new.

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Advertising Advertising Content Marketing Case Study 60

Sword and the Script

JUNE 25, 2016

Also see: In Content Marketing, Marketers Might be Losing Their Way. What Your Customers Think About Content Marketing. The daily time people spend w/ #digital media remains flat as content grows https://t.co/SJtgPBrMry Also see: Quality Content: Devices, Sales and Crisis. That’s not enough.

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Marketing Content Marketing Energy Measurement 61