Sword and the Script

AUGUST 1, 2022

The volume of comms work has grown and changed, according to the 482 respondents to the fifth annual JOTW Strategic Communications Survey, which is being released today. Some of those comments include the following: “Significantly more related to internal comms and recruiting.”. More digital communications; not in person anymore.”.

Survey 137

Survey Communications Measurement Internal 137

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 10, 2023

As a PR agency that works with high-growth companies, including many technology brands, we talk a lot about why public relations is important for the tech industry. However, as the pace of technology quickens , PR teams can’t be so cavalier about technology adoption.

Technology 266

Technology Television Web Social Media 266

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

CEOs and business leaders are increasingly recognizing the value of corporate communications; investors say comms can increase company valuations. This week I paused to catch up on reading several other PR and corporate communications surveys that I haven’t had a chance to read yet and summarize them here for you.

Survey 81

Survey Corporate Communications Financial 81

Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Whether you’re a new PR assistant or the Director of Communications, the core of your job revolves around using news and content to put forth your brand’s desired messaging. Our job descriptions tell us what we’ll be responsible for in a given public relations or communications role, but we rarely reference the J.D.

Training 195

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 195

Onclusive

OCTOBER 12, 2021

If you’re a communicator tasked with getting budget approval for the PR department, read on to learn how to develop a business case that you can use to get the resources and support you need to achieve your goals. A business case can also help you demonstrate the value of PR and communications for your brand.

Resources 195

Resources Technology Data Tools 195

Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Whether you’re a new PR assistant or the Director of Communications, the core of your job revolves around using news and content to put forth your brand’s desired messaging. Our job descriptions tell us what we’ll be responsible for in a given public relations or communications role, but we rarely reference the J.D.

Training 370

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

Sword and the Script

MAY 11, 2019

On the other hand, measuring some PR activities, like earned media , is far more challenging than other forms of marketing and communications. 1) Earned media is sales enablement. 1) Earned media is sales enablement. Sales teams find media coverage useful in selling. “93% Be smart about it.

Study 144

Study Media Relations Media Measurement 144

Sword and the Script

MARCH 26, 2019

Tying outcomes to communications has long been a challenge. For example, in a traditional media relations setting, how do you know if a media mention is moving the needle on reputation? I once worked with an agency team that had placed a client in the Wall Street Journal. What metrics are communicators tracking?

Measurement 122

Measurement Communications Survey Web 122

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MARCH 5, 2024

Yes, it’s true that in today’s digital landscape, public relations professionals no longer rely on earned media alone. Most PR pros today use some form of the PESO Model which includes owned, shared, paid and earned media. However, media pitching and media relations to secure earned media still dominate the industry.

Media 98

Media Nonprofit Pitching Analytics 98

Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

On November 21, 2014, PRLab, the nation’s oldest student-run public relations agency, will host its third PRoBono event. During PRoBono, students from PRLab and AdLab — Boston University’s student-run advertising agency — come together for 18 hours to complete public relations and advertising work for five nonprofit organizations.

Nonprofit 387

Nonprofit Advertising Advertising Measurement 387

Shift Communications

JUNE 8, 2016

As a data-driven agency, we rely on a variety of data tools to make the most informed decisions for our clients. From how well a blog post is performing to the best times to post to Twitter, data isn’t just about numbers, it’s about a roadmap to success. helps outline the benefits for both parties. I HAVE ACCESS, NOW WHAT?

Analytics 60

Analytics Google Data Tools 60

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 1, 2019

There are all types of PR problems, but the one that nobody wants to deal with is the public relations program that just isn’t generating traction, or one where outcomes fall short of expectations by the client or PR agency. ” But most PR agencies have become more sophisticated about goal-setting and measurement.

How To 257

How To Interviews Measurement Storytelling 257

The Resolution Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2015

Eight years ago I oversaw the worldwide media launch of a Glasgow SME. Social media existed back then, as did blogs. But if you were going to get word out about a “new XXX which could revolutionise…” it was papers, TV and radio, every time. Do PRs Need to Know About SEO? Or so you’d think.

SEO 120

SEO Engineering Content Marketing Agency 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 12, 2018

But it’s also a challenge to all marketers to create and leverage communications opportunities to the best of their ability. Often company execs become very enthusiastic about adding PR to its marketing mix but then find they haven’t the resources or the staffing to maximize outcomes. Allow the agency creative freedom.

Publicity 256

Publicity Brand Branding Storytelling 256

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Some time ago I pitched a reporter, who was looking for sources, on social media for a client. The pitch was about a study they had done. She did review it and ended up writing about it too. A survey I teamed up with Ned Lundquist to conduct of PR pros last year found 51% said media relations was getting harder.

Content Marketing 90

Content Marketing Marketing Pitching Survey 90

Critical Mention

APRIL 10, 2018

When other industries think of creative agency hours, they go EEK! Balance is about making time for you. If you’re at a creative agency, this means breaking ties with clients and projects that aren’t beneficial to you. The post Agency Work/Life Balance appeared first on Critical Mention - Media Monitoring.

Agency 85

Agency Software Creativity System 85

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

We interviewed ChatGPT about public relations and while it does well with high-level questions, it becomes repetitive when those questions were more nuanced; the system says it is “unlikely” that it “or any other AI system will fully replace public relations (PR) professionals”. How is public relations defined?

Interviews 104

Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 104

The Resolution Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2017

New forms of communication has brought new specialist talent and offerings. I spent six years in traditional PR agencies before moving to digital marketing where I spent a further six years specialising in SEO and working in-house with my clients to integrate digital marketing. Here’s how, in three steps. They are specialists.

How To 180

How To SEO eBook Measurement 180

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. Ways marketing communications is currently utilizing AI Data Analysis and Insights: AI enables marketers to analyze vast amounts of data and extract valuable insights quickly.

Communications 40

Communications Marketing Technology Data 40

Onclusive

JANUARY 25, 2019

International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) World Conference. The 2019 conference will explore new challenges and opportunities facing the communication profession. Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) International Conference. Dates: June 9-12, 2019. Location: Vancouver, British Columbia. Hashtag: #IABC19.

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Conference Content Marketing Marketing Internal 256

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Have reporters stopped asking to see the full release when you contact them about news – a partnership, company milestone, new product or a big hire? Distribution to news agencies, editorial offices and terminals as well as associated news sites is guaranteed in most cases, but coverage is not. But are they really?

SEO 279

SEO Print Financial Product Launch 279

Critical Mention

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

Jelly Digital Marketing & PR is a one-stop-shop online marketing agency in Fort Langley, British Columbia. The award-winning , Canadian-based agency, a Critical Mention client, provides agile and responsive public relations, content creation, digital advertising and SEO solutions to those in Vancouver and the Fraser Valley area.

Agency 79

Agency Marketing Media SEO 79

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 16, 2018

Insufficient communication. Agency teams may think they’re in constant touch with clients as the emails fly back and forth, but that’s not enough. It can result in uncertainty about next steps and a lack of clarity on plans and written materials. Misguided media relations strategy.

Skype 170

Skype Interviews Crisis Communications Crisis 170

Mindful Marketing

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

Hiring an agency can seem pretty cool – having a dedicated team of professionals promoting you and your business all day sounds nice, right? So when is the right time to hire a PR agency? Be clear on your goals so they can devise a campaign that strategically supports your vision with effective communications.

Agency 50

Agency Crisis Communications Measurement Analytics 50

Mindful Marketing

JULY 15, 2015

The PR analytics and PR measurement landscape are continually evolving with the advent of owned vs earned media, social channels, the Barcelona Principles and a growing demand for standards around measurement and analytics. Here are six truths about PR that remain constant over the years: The Need To Read. By Seedepth.

Analytics 50

Analytics Measurement Crisis Communications Tools 50

The Resolution Blog

APRIL 9, 2019

Gini Dietrich We were really excited to travel to Chicago recently to chat with Gini Dietrich, founder of Spin Sucks and pioneer of the PESO model, about all things PESO. I’ve had experience with agencies where I’ve produced great work, but there was no real way to measure it. To me, PR is communications, and communications is social.

Marketing 120

Marketing Analytics Measurement Data 120

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 19, 2021

Vendors are giving us reason to be optimistic about public relations technology – from AI that will predict your pitching success to more tangible PR measurement and attribution. I had access both to executive thinking about strategy – and also to a handful of simply brilliant product managers to study this stuff from every direction.

Technology 170

Technology Publicity Software Pitching 170

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Organic social media reach is dwindling across most platforms. Organic posts on Facebook only reach about 5.5% Here are some tips on finding the equilibrium of paid and organic social tactics for your social media strategy. The post How Paid And Organic Social Media Work Together appeared first on Crenshaw Communications.

Social Media 344

Social Media Media B2B Leadership 344

The Proactive Report

MAY 27, 2018

Here’s the Cliff Notes version: PR Agency Forecast. Most PR agency executives feel positive about the future – they predict a substantial growth in the agency business over the next five years. ($14 Both agency and client-side PR pros point to. Social Media (75%). Media Relations (55%).

Industry 113

Industry Measurement SEO Corporate 113

Cision

MAY 26, 2017

She is also the owner of Thought Bubble Communications and works with clients to develop and execute successful public relations and marketing campaigns. Once I determined that wasn’t a good fit, I thought about the things I really loved. After talking to her and learning a little more about the profession, I knew PR was for me.

Analytics 227

Analytics Measurement Pitching Travel 227

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 11, 2016

My public relations career began with media relations. Securing between 20-50 opportunities each week (no, that is not a typo), I was the highest producer at the agency I worked at before starting out on my own. As you can imagine, I’m a big proponent of media relations. Media relations can be tough.

Media Relations 40

Media Relations Media Measurement Conference 40

The Proactive Report

DECEMBER 27, 2017

Knowing everything possible about the audience you want to reach – who they are, where they hang out online, who their influencers are, what they read and respond to, what they like and dislike and what they’re looking for in terms of content. As you can see from the content strategy, it’s all about the data. The data is available.

Trends 124

Trends Data-Driven PR Data System 124

The Proactive Report

MAY 27, 2018

Here’s the Cliff Notes version: PR Agency Forecast. Most PR agency executives feel positive about the future – they predict a substantial growth in the agency business over the next five years. ($14 Both agency and client-side PR pros point to. Social Media (75%). Media Relations (55%).

Industry 100

Industry Measurement SEO Corporate 100

The Proactive Report

MAY 27, 2018

Here’s the Cliff Notes version: PR Agency Forecast. Most PR agency executives feel positive about the future – they predict a substantial growth in the agency business over the next five years. ($14 Both agency and client-side PR pros point to. Social Media (75%). Media Relations (55%).

Industry 100

Industry Measurement SEO Corporate 100

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JANUARY 23, 2024

Your marketing and public relations (PR) campaigns are vital methods of connecting and communicating with consumers. This is useful for marketing and PR because machine learning is able to process, analyze, and make predictions about more information with greater efficiency than human workers are likely to alone.

Technology 77

Technology Training Data Consumer 77

Mindful Marketing

DECEMBER 17, 2015

For our latest Masters in Marketing interview, we talked with Wendy Marx, an award-winning public relations and marketing communications executive who helps B2B companies and executives become well-known brands. Her ability to take SMBs from “Anonymity to the New York Times”™ has driven the growth of Marx Communications.

Communications 50

Communications Marketing Internal International 50

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 24, 2018

PR is about influence. This relates to the third-party endorsement factor but goes beyond the credibility of earned media. ” To me this refers to the applications of PR skills once used exclusively in media relations to social community management, influencer relations, and content marketing.

Journalism 185

Journalism Advertising Advertising SEO 185