NewsWhip

MARCH 31, 2021

What happens when influence outshines advertising? They explore MSL’s approach to linking up earned, owned, and paid media in a world where consumers are in the driving seat. Because one of those sounds a bit like SEO, one sounds a bit like influencer marketing. MARCH 26, 2021. Watch webinar. Read transcript.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Marketing and PR predictions aren’t merely forecasts, but often a reflection of our aspirations and perhaps advice – mistakes we’ve made we’d like to help others avoid. “Be Pay to pay, content grows; influencer marketing cools. “I b) More pay-to-play opportunities to participate in national media relations opportunities.

Marketing 196

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 196

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

OCTOBER 10, 2023

In today’s digital landscape, videos and marketing go hand-in-hand. For marketers, this means one thing: jumping onto the video marketing bandwagon is no longer a nice-to-have strategy– it’s mandatory. Among all those video marketing strategies, public relations (PR) remains an underrated one.

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Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 13, 2020

The most effective blogs in B2B marketing tend to publish longer posts, more frequently, with visuals, paid distribution and analytical measurement Blogging doesn’t have the appeal that voice search, personalization or influencer marketing do in B2B marketing, but when it’s done right, it’s surely effective, according to a new study.

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PRSay

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Through the years, the PR and comms fields have been attractive landing spots for journalists with their writing and storytelling skills and media prowess. Jeanne, aside from teaching, you’ve held senior-level comms roles and worked in media relations.

Communications 190

Communications Sports Journalism Fashion 190

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 10, 2019

As I’ve done in recent years, I’ve asked a whole bunch of smart people for their marketing predictions or PR predictions for the next year. And now on with the marketing and PR predictions for 2020. 1) Marketing embraces sustainability. 2) Marketing analytics enable better efficiency. “In 5) Marketers will slow down.

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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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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2017

It’s good to know where and how other marketers are finding success. Writing is thinking, but more than that its the application of thinking; it transforms a passive activity into an active one. We are after all forever students of marketing. Those categories are: Content marketing statistics.

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B2B PR Sense

JANUARY 5, 2018

When it comes down to it, PR can be far less expensive than advertising and offer more benefits. Handpicked Related Content. Myth #3: PR is not the same as media relations. Media relations is a subset of PR. Or you may decide that media relations is precisely what you need.

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Crisis Management B2B Reputation Advertising 238

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 27, 2022

In responding to a breaking story with your own commentary or news, you can create additional, opportunistic coverage to augment proactive media efforts. Breaking news happens fast, and reporters writing stories are looking for a quick reaction. Email marketing connects the dots. Who says email is dead?

Social Media 322

Social Media Data Report Tools 322

Cision

OCTOBER 6, 2016

The data brands have collected from these interactions has allowed marketers to fine-tune their marketing tactics, and how they talk to their customers. But here’s the thing: Marketing budgets are increasingly shifting to focus on content marketing and other efforts that can show a concrete return-on-investment.

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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

Sword and the Script

JUNE 6, 2023

The survey found: 57% are crafting pitches; 48% are writing copy for social media; 48% are writing press releases; 44% are using it for research; and 25% say they are using it for strategy and planning. How does PR’s use of gAI compare to marketing? How is it being used? Top challenges facing PR.

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Communications Conversations

JANUARY 26, 2016

Something I’ve been thinking about a lot lately: Are we over-relying on media relations in PR? I’m talking about the broader scope of PR here–media relations, content marketing, social media marketing, community relations, etc. Social media marketing is not slowing down.

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Landis PR

JULY 31, 2023

This has created both an opportunity and a potential point of concern for professional marketers and communicators who are wondering: Do the benefits of AI outweigh the threats? Solid storytelling, writing and editing skills are still very much in demand. The post Is AI a threat or benefit to marketers and communicators?

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JUNE 6, 2023

But to the marketing and communications worlds, the reality is that it has been used in various forms for years, having started gaining momentum around 2015. For the last several years, marketers primarily used AI for data analysis and predictive modeling. To the average consumer, AI likely snuck up like a mysterious, unknown entity.

Communications 40

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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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Critical Mention

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

Who is Jelly Marketing? Jelly Digital Marketing & PR is a one-stop-shop online marketing agency in Fort Langley, British Columbia. We spoke to three of their team members about the firm’s core values, how they use media monitoring, trends in PR and more! “ How does Jelly Marketing use the Critical Mention platform?

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Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 8, 2019

That’s the gist of a piece Michael Brenner wrote for the Content Marketing Institute last week titled The Best Reason to Do Content Marketing? But he also notes that content marketing lets you have your cake and eat it too because it supports softer metrics that at the same time: Builds brand; Drives engagement; and.

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Content Marketing Marketing Comparison Measurement 81

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Some marketing and communications predictions suggest AI will change the world; others see a tailspin of noise and and see humanity as a path for differentiation Most marketing and PR professionals have formed strong viewpoints on AI. That much is apparent I compiled this year’s list of marketing and communications predictions.

Writing 198

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Mindful Marketing

JUNE 22, 2015

Last week PR Newser wrote an interesting article on the value of media relations. Patrick Coffee had insightful commentary on the Holmes Report’s 2015 World PR Report , where he “respectfully disagreed” with the report’s claim that “media relations skills are not seen as particularly relevant.”. By Seedepth.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 14, 2021

In many cases they support a path to a market leadership position. A fundamental impacts of well-conceived PR program is differentiating from the competition; impact that advertising and marketing cannot do with the same potency. Plus, in today’s employment market, B2B companies are always fighting for tech talent.

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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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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

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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Survey Industry Leadership Study 98

Newsfile

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

PR professionals balance these media types to maximize brand exposure and credibility: Paid Media : Content promoted through advertising (e.g., Owned Media : Channels controlled by the organization (e.g., Earned Media : Coverage gained organically through media relations (e.g., sponsored posts).

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Viral Crisis Communications SEO Reputation 52

The Hoyt Organization

MAY 20, 2024

Public relations experts can advise you on how best to market your services, deal with the public, and handle challenges. Read on to learn more about the role of public relations for doctors. Why Public Relations Is So Crucial For Doctors As a medical professional, you constantly work with the public.

Healthcare 81

Healthcare Publicity Reputation Nonprofit 81

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. SCHEDULE A DEMO. Priscilla Osorio.

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Brand Branding Storytelling Analytics 126

Stern + Associates

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

PR for consulting firms is crucial for distinguishing value and expertise in an increasingly crowded – and commodified – market. Content is disseminated across owned platforms (social media accounts, company blogs and newsletters, etc.), Here we’ll focus on the third kind and its unique advantages.

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How To SEO Strategy Social Media 99

Cision

MAY 21, 2015

But why is podcasting important to PR and marketing professionals? 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. 2) Jeff Bullas.

Social Media 120

Social Media Marketing Pinterest Media 120

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

How can you tell if your media relations efforts are having an impact? The company works with adtech networks to do for media coverage what adtech is doing for advertising. The advertiser “retargets” everyone that showed initial interest. 4) Why should PR care about advertising? 1) What is Cision Impact?

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Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

This can include the media, customers, employees, and the general public. Public relations professionals create and maintain a positive image for their organization, often through the use of marketing, branding, and communication strategies. How is public relations defined? What are some examples of public relations?

Interviews 104

Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 104

Solo PR Pro

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

When he arrived on campus, however, he was amazed by the student-run broadcast stations, including radio and TV stations that would actually compete in the local market for ratings. “I I saw that the media could be a lot more exciting than typing on a laptop,” he says. Hitting the pavement to find full-time employment.

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Critical Mention

DECEMBER 6, 2019

While there are many opinions about email marketing, there are several key characteristics that most 2020 emails should have: Responsive email templates: Confirm your emails are set for optimal interaction across screens of all sizes. Personalize Your Marketing Efforts. Utilize Your Earned Media Coverage.

Strategy 83

Strategy Communications Marketing Social Media 83

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 3, 2017

To improve writing. Richard Laermer and Kevin Dugan curate every PR person’s nightmare, the Bad Pitch Blog, dedicated to calling out media pitches that are off-target, poorly written or just bad for any number of reasons. Learn what not to write. To increase PR, marketing, and advertising industry knowledge.

Blogging 159

Blogging Pitching Fashion Sports 159

PRSay

JANUARY 21, 2020

Each new season brings a flood of social media buzz, non-stop advertisements and climbing ratings. If the show’s concept is so popular and repeatable, then why not just write scripted, fictional versions of it? If you’re trying to market a product or service, then this method is often the most effective.

Communications 161

Communications Storytelling Film Training 161

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Golin provides effective solutions and reaches diverse global markets to best represent brands. Message: We are a progressive public relations agency, designed to reach a profoundly diverse global market. Finn Partners is a global integrated marketing agency that provides lasting results to its clients. Finn Partners.

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