Sword and the Script

MAY 11, 2019

PR measurement can be a bit like a self-fulfilling prophecy. On one hand, it gets dinged for a lack of measurement. 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. a) Results may vary.

Study 138

Study Media Relations Media Measurement 138

Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Earned Media & Media Relations In the old days, sending out press releases and then managing a Rolodex of media contacts could help PR pros to land earned media. Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix.

Training 195

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 195

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, with the rise of the internet and social media, PR professionals can now reach a global audience with their messages.

Technology 266

Technology Television Web Social Media 266

Sword and the Script

JUNE 9, 2020

75% of PR and comms pros say media relations is getting harder – up 25% over three years; here are some practical techniques for adapting A majority of public relations and communications professionals say media relations keeps getting harder. Less media to build relationships with and constant turnover.”

Media Relations 110

Media Relations Media Survey Pitching 110

Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Earned Media & Media Relations. In the old days, sending out press releases and then managing a Rolodex of media contacts could help PR pros to land earned media. Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix.

Training 370

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

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.

Media Relations 50

Media Relations Measurement Report Media 50

Onclusive

MARCH 17, 2020

Traditional models of PR measurement no longer work (i.e. Digital has become intrinsic to the PR and communications landscape, and diversification is forcing measurement to become more innovative than ever. Both PR agencies and in-house communications professionals are struggling with this shift. A new approach.

Media 243

Media Analysis Measurement Advertising 243

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 1, 2022

Respondents said their organization is placing more or much more emphasis on owned media (60%), like blogs, newsletters and websites. Owned media is the only area that has a consensus majority. Shared media (44%) was next, followed by earned media (43%) – a traditional bailiwick of communications — and paid media (33%).

Survey 129

Survey Communications Measurement Internal 129

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. As the power of digital and social media has soared, they see new opportunities. Many have paid-media envy, because it looks easy. Earned media offers credibility.

SEO 227

SEO Agency Reputation Policies 227

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Earned Media/Media Relations. Far from just managing a digital Rolodex, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix. Media Monitoring & Analysis. Iterative PR Measurement. Relationship building takes time.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Onclusive

MARCH 17, 2020

Traditional models of PR measurement no longer work (i.e. Digital has become intrinsic to the PR and communications landscape, and diversification is forcing measurement to become more innovative than ever. Both PR agencies and in-house communications professionals are struggling with this shift. A new approach.

Media 221

Media Analysis Measurement Advertising 221

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 97

Media Nonprofit Pitching Analytics 97

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

Onclusive

OCTOBER 12, 2021

This initiative can be anything from a new product launch, to a proposal to increase spend on a branding campaign, or a significant investment with a new agency—to name a few. That’s why PR measurement and C-suite friendly reporting tools are a worthwhile addition to your communications function.

Resources 195

Resources Technology Data Tools 195

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

PR pitches earn a 45% open rate and a 3% response rate; the top metrics for marcom and PR by segment; Europe is more satisfied with PR agencies than the U.S. The company’s measures are based on the pitches sent through their systems. Europe is more satisfied with PR agencies than the U.S. Is that good?

Report 105

Report Publicity Marketing Pitching 105

5W PR

JANUARY 17, 2017

We hear all the time how important public relations are, but are there reliable methods to gauge its effectiveness? Although its harder to measure the efficacy of PR efforts than it is to measure the same statistics for say, advertising, there are many ways to measure the reach and success of a PR message.

Measurement 90

Measurement How To Television Analysis 90

Onclusive

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Working with a PR agency can help you better understand your market, expand your network of valuable connections, bring in fresh ideas and extra resources, and, as a result, run a more successful communications operation. Onboarding your PR agency, and establishing the optimal scope and budget.

Agency 51

Agency Measurement Resources Report 51

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 31, 2019

There were 62 posts published on this blog in 2019. In going through the reader analytics for the full year, these are the top 10 most-read posts on this blog about public relations (PR) and marketing. If you haven’t already, consider subscribing to these blog posts by email or RSS. hours to write.

Blogging 80

Blogging Publicity Marketing Survey 80

5W PR

MARCH 26, 2024

Craft informative blog posts, white papers, and even video content that delve into the technical aspects of the solutions while keeping things engaging and informative. Media relations Stay ahead of the game by connecting with the media. Content marketing Complement the PR efforts with a strong content marketing strategy.

B2B 78

B2B Strategy Communications Case Study 78

Sword and the Script

JUNE 30, 2021

This is a pivotal moment for PR and communications professionals to get out of the media relations spin cycle and demonstrate the breadth and depth of our value,” wrote Karen Swim , who is a long-time PR, Marketing and Social Media Consultant at Words For Hire , LLC and the President of Solo PR Pro. The media relations struggle.

Survey 118

Survey Communications Ethics Measurement 118

Onclusive

JULY 27, 2020

Organizations can now use Onclusive Essentials and Pro ’s instant, AI-driven insights to craft communications strategies and measure their performance. Onclusive offers the most comprehensive visibility of media coverage in an intuitive, cost-effective solution.

Enterprise 307

Enterprise Analytics Media Analysis 307

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JANUARY 9, 2024

Today’s PR pros must not only navigate, research and pitch in an increasingly complex media environment but also track (monitor) and measure the results in a way that resonates with stakeholders. This is especially challenging with the increasingly fragmented media ecosystem, but Burrelles can help ! We can help!

Pitching 94

Pitching Print Measurement Report 94

Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Beyond earned media, typical PR tactics build relationships, engage influencers, and even help change public perception and behavior. PR skills once used exclusively in media relations are easily transferred to social community management, influencer relations, and content marketing. PR is more measurable than ever.

Mobile 100

Mobile SEO Reputation Web 100

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

5W PR

JULY 15, 2023

Share valuable insights, trends, and expert advice through blog posts, articles, and social media content. Media relations Building strong relationships with journalists, bloggers, and industry influencers can significantly impact the brand’s visibility and reputation.

Corporate 78

Corporate Industry Communications Ethics 78

Critical Mention

OCTOBER 25, 2021

But, this is a blog about PR, communications and media relations, so enough about the plot summary. Instead, let’s talk about how Season 3 began with Kendall Roy focused on getting his media monitoring tools and strategy in place as he gets ready to take on his father and snatch his media empire away.

Media 162

Media Fashion Television Radio 162

Prohibition

AUGUST 29, 2023

This could include traditional media outlets, social media platforms, food blogs, or industry events. Measure success : Set metrics to measure the success of your food PR campaign. This could include media mentions, website traffic, social media engagement, or sales figures.

Product Launch 62

Product Launch Crisis Management Agency Social Media 62

Onclusive

JANUARY 25, 2019

PR and content marketing are rapidly evolving with new access to data and insights, new methods of measurement and more channels to reach your audience than ever. This awards event celebrates the best of the best corporate, agency, nonprofit, and education teams, and the work they produced during the entry period. PR News Conferences.

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Conference Content Marketing Marketing Internal 256

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 31, 2016

In May 2016, the blog Sword and the Script became the digital foundation of an Atlanta-based PR and marketing agency: Sword and the Script Media, LLC. After seven years of blogging, and 570+ posts, this struck me as a natural progression. I kept blogging too. 4) Media Relations: Proven Ways to Get More Out of It.

Blogging 103

Blogging Content Marketing B2B Social Media 103

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.

Interviews 98

Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 98

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 3, 2019

If a PR team or agency doesn’t work in collaboration with marketing, it may be spinning its wheels — or worse, working in opposition to company business objectives. Top-tier earned media articles are terrific, and they’re often a highlight of the research, relationships and media strategy that goes into a good media relations campaign.

SEO 178

SEO Storytelling Product Launch Measurement 178

Stephen Waddington

JULY 28, 2020

Each has grown through acquisition from an original proposition of a database and media monitoring solution. Along the way content, distribution, analytics, and measurement tools have been acquired and bolted on. Cision, Meltwater and Kantar are aimed at the enterprise agency and in-house market and are expensive.

Tools 135

Tools Software Enterprise Measurement 135

Polaris

NOVEMBER 29, 2014

A PR agency approaches a leading marketing blogger with a story about Klout—without realizing the blogger has serious ethical concerns about the service. Ketchum, a multinational public relations firm, invites bloggers to enjoy a four-course meal prepared by a celebrity chef at a New York City restaurant. Inbound links. •

Policies 181

Policies Marketing Viral Pitching 181

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 11, 2016

We often say that public relations is more of an art than a science, and it’s true. Although what we do is more data-driven and more measurable than ever, like any good professional service, it also relies on intangibles like creativity, experience, and judgment. When it comes to media relations, timing is key.

Energy 168

Energy Measurement Media Relations Local 168

Landis PR

JANUARY 30, 2024

Note: This is a reposted blog by our Public Relations Global Network Partner, Michelle Lyng, Novitas Communications. For the Photo courtesy of Pixabay original blog, please visit here. Many people understand that public relations can drive reputation, but some struggle to recognize that public relations can drive revenue.

Leadership 105

Leadership SEO Measurement Reputation 105

The Resolution Blog

APRIL 9, 2019

During our chat, she shared her extensive experience with Paid, Earned, Shared, and Owned media, and how it’s changing the PR world. I’ve had experience with agencies where I’ve produced great work, but there was no real way to measure it. What are your thoughts on having a proxy measurement? All of it is so siloed.

Marketing 120

Marketing Analytics Measurement Data 120

OnePitch

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

In this month’s profile, we are talking with Megan Garbe , the Vice President and Director of Consumer Media Relations at Fahlgren Mortine. Tell us a bit about your day-to-day and your role as the VP, Director of Consumer Media Relations. This is actually a new role for the agency, one that I was thrilled to take on.

Pitching 98

Pitching Consumer How To Education 98