Prowly

APRIL 9, 2024

The evolution of Digital PR has been quite a journey, from the early 00s days of shifty SEO link-building tactics to today’s proud industry that delivers campaigns that help get your brand front of mind and at the top of Google.

Digital PR 151

Digital PR How To SEO Google 151

PR 20/20

JANUARY 16, 2023

Hence our obsession with keeping tabs on industry blogs and finding those articles and authors that impact our own ways of thinking. If like us, you’re always looking for new marketing resources, you’ve landed on the right blog post. Below is a guide to Ready North's favorite blogs and publications. Sorry if we missed you!

Blogging 52

Blogging Marketing Pinterest SEO 52

Shift Communications

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

Last week, SHIFT and NATIONAL Public Relations (SHIFT’s parent company) had the honor of representing the public relations world at the Measurement For Growth Google Analytics™ Certified Partner Summit. How often do you use Google Maps (or equivalent traffic and mapping apps) on your daily commute? Where to Start.

Analytics 143

Analytics Google Data Technology 143

PR 20/20

APRIL 23, 2019

Google Analytics can capture more than 360 metrics and more than 260 dimensions. Long story short, there are thousands of reports you can run in Google Analytics to evaluate the strength of your marketing program, in particular your website. Questions to Ask of Your Google Analytics Data. Blog Monitoring Questions.

Analytics 102

Analytics Google Case Study Data 102

Shift Communications

DECEMBER 26, 2016

If you’re an avid (or even a sometimes) reader of the SHIFT blog, then you already know data-driven public relations is something we know well. Google Trends, Google Correlate and Think with Google are three of the tools we use most often. Google Trends. Google Correlate. Think with Google.

Google 98

Google Data Pitching Tools 98

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 20, 2024

As someone who started my career ghostwriting blogs at a PR agency, I’ve long been fascinated by the relationship between PR and search engine optimization (SEO). Some are bad – causing Google or other search engines to penalize content. In fact, brands can actually improve SEO with a thoughtful PR program. What is SEO?

SEO 203

SEO Engineering Google Examples 203

The Resolution Blog

JUNE 17, 2015

Ensure that you stay on the right side of Google. Without being aware of Google's guidelines and setting up your advertorial correctly, you could be in danger of burying your entire client's content online and making it completely un-searchable. Read on, then go and download the complete free e-book. About Stella Bayles.

Google 120

Google Guidelines SEO System 120

Ishmael's Corner

AUGUST 24, 2014

When it comes to organic search , Google and other search engines place a premium on backlinks. Such dot-connecting points to blogging as one of the best platforms for thought leadership. I was reminded of this point recently in pursuing an award competition for blogs. They interpret backlinks as “votes” for the content.

Leadership 164

Leadership Blogging Storytelling SEO 164

Rock the Status Quo

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

Agencies, PR and marketing professionals, bloggers and anyone doing social media (who doesn’t?) And… at work, when you use a photograph of Angelina Jolie in a blog post on breast cancer. (It It wouldn’t be on Google if it weren’t okay to use!) She can be an agency or marketing departments best friend.

Blogging 194

Blogging Agency Social Media Content Marketing 194

Polaris

DECEMBER 7, 2014

Do you want to be better organized in your blogging? If you said yes, the solution is simple: get a blog editorial calendar. A blog editorial calendar is a calendar filled with the schedule of your upcoming posts. She’s best known for Birds on the Blog , a multi-author blog written by women with an interest in business.

Content Marketing 154

Content Marketing Blogging Marketing B2C 154

Shift Communications

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

The same could be asked about a blog: If a blog is written but has no readers, does it exist at all? Don’t let your blog fall into the cobwebs of your website. Content creation can be one of the hardest things to plan when you first begin blogging. Your readers are already on your website to read the blog.

Blogging 161

Blogging How To SEO Analytics 161

The Hoffman Agency

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Enter me: an intern at The Hoffman Agency, ready to dive deep into the world of media relations and social media for AI, robotics and semiconductors. Though an agency novice, I was as excited as I was nervous when I first became a Hoffmanite, and after three months here, I can attest that my experience delivered on both counts.

Agency 68

Agency Internal International Storytelling 68

The Hoffman Agency

JANUARY 28, 2021

We recently had a call with a potential PR intern, as part of a series of chats we’re having for new agency hires for the year ahead. He was positive, clearly had a flair for writing, had a great balance between ambition and desire to learn his PR chops, and would definitely fit the culture here at The Hoffman Agency.

Internal 78

Internal International Agency Banking 78

The Hoffman Agency

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

If you didn’t catch the blog post, you can check it out here before diving into the below). From a quick Google search (once IT had set up my VPN … the site is blocked by China’s Great Firewall ), you can get a flavor of the tech stories we see in the U.K.:

Local 36

Local Agency Government Travel 36

Shift Communications

SEPTEMBER 11, 2015

Google Analytics can show you how. We’ve stressed, time and time again, on this blog how important measuring results and the impact of PR is for practitioners striving to prove their value and business worth to clients. Whether you’re in-house or work in an agency, this eBook will get you the basics you need to start measuring today.

eBook 60

eBook Analytics Google Measurement 60

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

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Prospective clients often tell us that their agency is hard-working, smart, and collegial, but that they simply don’t prioritize top-tier media coverage. Researchers looked at how people evaluated news stories, traditional ads, native ads, independent blogs, and branded blogs. It always comes down to credibility.

SEO 227

SEO Agency Reputation Policies 227

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 2, 2013

That’s a blog post for another day. Google Trends. Then take those new ideas back to the Google Keyword Tool and gather more info. Google Analytics. Once your site has been around for a while, it pays to check your analytics package (whether Google or other). Google search. Let’s dig right in.

Blogging 111

Blogging SEO Web Google 111

Shift Communications

APRIL 20, 2015

We talk a lot about Google Analytics at SHIFT – both on the blog and as we integrate it as an important tool for client projects and campaigns. Few digital marketing tools are more widespread and more thorough than Google Analytics, but many PR pros aren’t familiar enough to make it work for them. Amanda Grinavich.

Analytics 60

Analytics Google Measurement Tools 60

Shift Communications

AUGUST 27, 2015

Attention Google Analytics: you have a problem that desperately needs your attention. While we wait for a permanent solution from Google, we’ve developed a way for our clients and friends to avoid this issue from affecting their decision-making. In other words, someone is kidnapping your traffic on its way to Google Analytics.

Analytics 60

Analytics Google Data Technology 60

Shift Communications

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

It’s not just a topic on our blog, it’s a concept we are encouraged to prioritize in every facet of our PR strategies. I work on the B2B tech team, and leveraging Google metrics and analytics to dig deeper into a media hit has helped show our clients the value of securing mentions in niche technology publications. Emily Wienberg.

Analytics 60

Analytics B2B Google Data-Driven PR 60

Stuart Bruce

MAY 22, 2017

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, and Google have launched new website to deliver answers to the five most common queries that people around the world are asking about the Syrian refugee crisis. The answers are delivered through rich and immersive multimedia content – some produced by UNHCR and some provided by Google.

Google 79

Google Crisis Pitching Training 79

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Over 70 million new blog posts are published each month — and that’s just WordPress alone. With so much content getting produced, it’s easier than ever to find relevant blogs and bloggers open to sharing your content. Prospecting and Blog Discovery Tools The first step to blogger outreach is finding blogs to pitch.

Tools 71

Tools Blogging Pitching Google 71

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Over 70 million new blog posts are published each month — and that’s just WordPress alone. With so much content getting produced, it’s easier than ever to find relevant blogs and bloggers open to sharing your content. Prospecting and Blog Discovery Tools The first step to blogger outreach is finding blogs to pitch.

Tools 71

Tools Blogging Pitching Google 71

PRSay

APRIL 19, 2021

To do that, though, you have to think about how to use your content and media contacts to help your website rank on the first page of Google results. Which topics do you want to own — or keep on your own website or blog — and which ones are you going to use for contributed content — or use in your earned media efforts? .

Media 197

Media Newspapers Google Energy 197

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Most PR agencies perform the same daily tasks – targeted media outreach, meticulous coverage tracking, and competitive monitoring, among others. While Google is a default monitoring tool for many agencies, it can be time-consuming, and it often misses coverage. Google Trends.

Tools 232

Tools Radio Trends Pitching 232

Deirdre Breakenridge

FEBRUARY 12, 2015

Advertising agencies created ads for multiple outlets, public relations handled media inquiries and proactively sought after coverage, marketing agencies did a variety of things, but generally focused on brand identity and creative attention-garnering activities. Of course, there’s plenty more each did, but you get the gist.

Tools 150

Tools Agency Instagram Groups 150

Shift Communications

DECEMBER 16, 2015

In between those times where you use Google Analytics to do reporting, there is plenty of maintenance to do to ensure that the data that you rely on to make decisions is accurate and will lead to the best decisions. Connecting Google Search Console. Last but not least, want to get search engine data inside Google Analytics?

Analytics 60

Analytics Google Data Engineering 60

Shift Communications

JULY 21, 2016

In Part 1 of this series, we outlined why having access to a client’s Google Analytics can be beneficial for a PR program. Within the Referrals section, Google Analytics outlines the percentage of users who visited the website for the first time and who is a returning visitor. That visit ultimately is a waste of a click.

Analytics 60

Analytics Google Data Tools 60

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 5, 2021

How can PR agencies keep their clients top-of-mind in a 24-hour media environment? PR agencies must determine if the juice is worth the squeeze, acting judiciously and using good judgment. At a typical PR agency, success can depend on getting timely client approval for a same-day response to a breaking story.

Trends 293

Trends Pitching Agency B2B 293

Waxing UnLyrical

APRIL 19, 2013

But Google has completely changed the way we “hang out” with our near and dear ones. With the advent of Google+ (G+) multi-party video chats or Hangouts, not only can we now hang out with our friends and family, but, if we like, with the Prime Minister, Finance Minister, or the President of the country.

Google 95

Google Government Television YouTube 95

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Over 70 million new blog posts are published each month — and that’s just WordPress alone. With so much content getting produced, it’s easier than ever to find relevant blogs and bloggers open to sharing your content. Prospecting and Blog Discovery Tools The first step to blogger outreach is finding blogs to pitch.

Tools 62

Tools Blogging Pitching Google 62

5W PR

APRIL 10, 2023

5W is committed to helping businesses thrive and is happy to report its new status as a badged Meta Business Partner, an essential tool that helps the agency take clients to the next level. To earn a Meta Business Partner badge, Meta evaluates agencies across a combination of criteria and ensures they can be deemed trusted experts.

Engineering 88

Engineering Advertising Advertising Agency 88

PR 20/20

MAY 8, 2019

As HubSpot’s first agency partner back in 2008 , we’ve built our firm on the back of automation and have witnessed it transform the industry over the last decade. We’ve decided to accelerate the transformation to drive efficiency and performance for our agency and our clients. AI should make us better people, professionals and brands.

Agency 84

Agency Enterprise Technology Analytics 84

Bianchi Biz Blog

MARCH 7, 2024

Hanan Kamir, CEO at KAMIR The information in this post originally appeared on Public Relations Global Network’s blog. Faces and Markets of PRGN is a series of blog posts in 2024 that puts Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) member agencies and their markets in the spotlight.

Print 104

Print Marketing Real Estate Automotive 104

MaccaPR

DECEMBER 10, 2014

based Internet marketing agency that caught our eye with its savvy pay-per-click advertising management, Web development and digital design services. How did the ThinkSEM agency come to focus on search engine marketing and landing pages? A blog is huge from a brand perspective, yet we neglected it at first and I regret that.

SEO 98

SEO Interviews Blogging Engineering 98

Shift Communications

MARCH 19, 2015

Digital has been in SHIFT’s blood for over a decade, from being one of the first agencies to embrace social media to creating the social media press release and social media newsroom. Our platform of choice to help our clients make PR impactful is Google Analytics™. Worldwide Partner Program Manager at Google.

Data-Driven PR 60

Data-Driven PR Analytics Google Data 60