The Proactive Report

FEBRUARY 22, 2016

News outlets are paying attention to analytics in an effort to learn more about what their audiences read and watch – and why. A recent report about a project conducted by the American Press Institute (API) reveals some interesting insights into what kind of content works, and why.

Analytics 100

Analytics Digital PR Measurement Enterprise 100

Contently - Strategy

JANUARY 26, 2023

The good news is that many companies have already cracked the thought leadership code using strategies that content marketers can emulate. The same C-level decision makers that leverage it in their decision-making processes are difficult to impress— only 17% of them rate the content they read as “very good” or “excellent.”

Leadership 126

Leadership Content Marketing Healthcare Google 126

Sword and the Script

MARCH 24, 2015

As a metric for content marketing, pageviews are flawed according to a white paper – Why Content Marketers Are Using All the Wrong Metrics – published by Contently. The company provides the combination of a talent marketplace and content marketing software to manage projects and campaigns.

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Measurement Marketing Analytics 60

Critical Mention

OCTOBER 25, 2021

He is left trying to write down individual tweets, which is both humorous and pathetic. Trying to track all the relevant media and public sentiment for a brand is impossible, as Greg demonstrated. Eric Lebowitz joined Critical Mention in 2018 as its Director of Marketing.

Media 162

Media Fashion Television Radio 162

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

Editor's Note: The following excerpt originally appeared in Content Marketing Fast Forward. Despite advances in marketing automation, much of the technology marketers rely on to plan, execute, and evaluate content marketing campaigns is elementary. AI Takes the Human Guesswork Out of Content Marketing.

Content Marketing 53

Content Marketing Marketing Analytics Resources 53

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 27, 2017

Throughout the past decade, p ublic relations pundits have trumpeted the rise of the personal brand in the digital era. By now we expect that many have mastered the basics of personal branding, but it’s not as easy as setting up a social media presence and hoping an audience finds you. Steps for Building and Extending Your Brand.

Brand 149

Brand Branding Healthcare B2C 149

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. Eventually, and thankfully, DEI will be expected and not a marketing point.

Marketing 214

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 214

Sword and the Script

APRIL 22, 2017

Electronic communications have made writing so easy that we don’t put as much thought or effort into the task anymore. At least not to the degree we did when we had to sit in front of a typewriter or hand write a note with a bottle of white-out nearby. Email has made our writing lazy. 2) Words matter in marketing strategies.

Writing 62

Writing B2B Analytics Reputation 62

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

Public relations professionals create and maintain a positive image for their organization, often through the use of marketing, branding, and communication strategies. Marketing efforts often involve paid advertising, and the goal is to reach as many people as possible in order to increase sales. It’s not a bad take.

Interviews 99

Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 99

Cision

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

When you invite internal and external subject matter experts to contribute to your content marketing program, it’s important to have guidelines for them to follow. The less time you need to spend editing content and following up with contributors, the more time you have for strategy and optimization. Want to write for Cision®?

How To 177

How To Guidelines Content Marketing Video 177

Cision

JANUARY 3, 2018

Speculation runs rampant, but likely part of the cause of the budget crunch is the fact that it’s so difficult to measure results from content marketing. Know that there are tools that solve the content and earned media measurement challenge. Challenge #4: Disconnect Between Content and Real-World Behavior.

Measurement 225

Measurement Tools eBook Analytics 225

PR 20/20

MARCH 12, 2019

The Marketing AI Institute was created and is powered by PR 20/20. No matter what content you write or what stories your brand tells, there’s a good chance a machine can help you do it better. Content marketing activities dominated the list of highest-rated use cases for AI in marketing.

Content Marketing 40

Content Marketing Company System Marketing 40

PR 20/20

JANUARY 16, 2023

The Ready North RSS: Must-Reads for Marketers. For Content Marketing, we like…. Content Marketing Institute blog ( @CMIContent ): Insight from top names in our industry. Founded by Joe Pulizzi ( @JoePulizzi ), CMI is a powerhouse for content marketing advice. a free marketing course).

Blogging 52

Blogging Marketing Pinterest SEO 52

Sword and the Script

MARCH 26, 2024

Thought leadership benefits B2B marketing in so many ways – awareness, consideration and even customer retention – but it can have adverse effects when it’s under-resourced and turns out to be light on substance The social media platform LinkedIn and the PR firm Edelman routinely team up to conduct surveys.

Leadership 129

Leadership B2B Study Survey 129

PR Fuel

MARCH 22, 2022

Nearly 80% of marketers are adding press releases to their content marketing strategies. You can boost brand awareness, website traffic, leads, and sales. Then, write your press release with that publication’s target audience in mind. Then, write a fresh release for that publication. Start Writing.

How To 104

How To Guidelines Writing Pitching 104

Onclusive

OCTOBER 10, 2017

Since 2012, AirPR Software has provided PR and content marketing professionals with reporting and analytics that actually matter to the C-Suite and core stakeholders. AirPR Analyst’s new navigation and search/filter functionality were designed to mirror the workflow of a PR or marketing pro’s daily activities.

Software 207

Software Analysis Comparison Trends 207

Cision

DECEMBER 14, 2015

A piece of content is only as good as the strategy behind it. You may have a great idea, but it won’t do your brand any good if it’s doesn’t contribute to your business goals. Gini Dietrich, CEO of Arment Dietrich and author of Spin Sucks , says to define your goals and formulate a plan before you sit down to write and create content.

Strategy 120

Strategy Content Marketing Analytics Creativity 120

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

In turn, social media experts have rushed to proclaim brands should be using video to drive better engagement. Yet the cries for fostering more brand engagement persist and it’s rapidly becoming a no-win situation for marketing. In fact, engagement on social media has never mattered less for a brand.

Social Media 116

Social Media Brand Branding Media 116

B2B PR Sense

JANUARY 5, 2018

A solid PR campaign has the power to bolster your brand. Among its benefits, PR can build relationships with the public, boost brand awareness, increase your credibility, and create loyal customers. If PR can do so much for a brand, why don’t more brands use public relations to begin with?

Crisis Management 238

Crisis Management B2B Reputation Advertising 238

ReimaginePR

MAY 30, 2016

“Over 70% of respondents claim that video performs better than other content for producing conversions,” according to a recent report published in Vidyard. Videos give your customers an insider’s look at who’s really behind your brand. They also showcase your brand’s personality in an easily-digestible format. Click Here.

Video 120

Video Brand Branding Writing 120

Cision

APRIL 25, 2015

Your brand or a client has a great new product that your audience will want to know about, and you want to make sure they do. You can, and should, write a press release and send it to your targeted media group to drum up publicity. Check Google Analytics to figure out what outlets drive most of your traffic.

Film 120

Film Content Marketing Analytics Measurement 120

Beyond PR

SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

If you’re only partially committed to creating and distributing content, Content Marketing Institute founder Joe Pulizzi would rather you do no content marketing at all. This may not have been the message Content Marketing World attendees were expecting to hear during Joe’s welcome address.

Content Marketing 40

Content Marketing Marketing Customer Service Airlines 40

Cision

MAY 26, 2016

A few of my favorite examples of content that delights, in no particular order, are: PNR with This Old Marketing – This is a great content marketing podcast hosted by Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose. Find out what form that content takes. Often this means sitting down and writing, designing, or recording.

Analytics 200

Analytics Energy Google Data 200

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JANUARY 23, 2024

Your marketing and public relations (PR) campaigns are vital methods of connecting and communicating with consumers. Just as a turn of phrase can shift consumer trust in a brand’s favor, a misjudged tone in the brand voice can also derail your efforts. To connect with Katie, you can follow her on Twitter.

Technology 76

Technology Training Data Consumer 76

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

When considering how to make a brand stronger, business leaders often look to operational influences. Yet, public relations (PR) and communications efforts have significant potential to bolster a brand. One of the ways to achieve this is by harnessing the power of in-person community engagement and event marketing.

Community 91

Community How To Marketing Data 91

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. With so much content saturating the marketplace today, how can brands stand out? It’s important to be honest with who and what you are as a brand.

Writing 120

Writing Engineering Journalism Analytics 120

Critical Mention

APRIL 13, 2020

As the media analytics pulled from the Critical Mention platform show, what started as just a show of solidarity from two small business owners turned into an earned media bonanza, garnering hundreds of thousands of dollars in publicity for what had previously been a relatively anonymous pizza shop outside of Belmar.

Media 111

Media Analytics Healthcare Crisis 111

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

To enhance empathy and connection with their teams and clients, organizations will foster employee brand ambassadors, highlight origin stories, show behind-the-scenes videos, and encourage user-generated content. Expanded brand collaboration “Partnership Paradise: 2024 will be the year of brand partnerships.

Writing 192

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 192

Shift Communications

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

Content creation can be one of the hardest things to plan when you first begin blogging. It’s all too easy to write about yourself and your company in a favorable light– it’s your blog after all. Check your social networks and Google Analytics. Google Analytics can provide demographic and location data about your site visitors.

Blogging 161

Blogging How To SEO Analytics 161

Cision

APRIL 11, 2015

Asking influencers and other experts in the space to write for you is a win-win-win—it gives them visibility, brings their followers to your site, and fills one of your content holes. As always with guest bloggers and content writers, make sure to work with someone who can add value to your brand and is respected within your industry.

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Trends Analytics Facebook 120

PR 20/20

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

That means brands need a way to blog quickly, consistently, and at scale, without a loss of quality. They also need to blog intelligently, writing about topics that actually produce results. On top of it all, brands must hire and manage talented teams to execute this process. Write data-driven narratives in seconds.

Blogging 73

Blogging How To Engineering Tools 73

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Generative AI in PR software Agility PR Solutions , which is owned by parent Innodata (NASDAQ:INOD), launched a generative AI feature “to help write press releases and media outreach emails” according to the company. CoPilot will “help write” and “a shortcut” but not a replacement. But my expectations have been raised.

Software 133

Software Pitching Analysis Community 133

Presspage

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Any worthwhile content marketing strategy starts with a goal and online newsrooms are one channel of content distribution that should be leveraged in an overall strategy. Is it to educate people who have just discovered the brand? Organize Content Production. Set Goals and Know Your Audience.

How To 90

How To Local Analytics Social Media 90

The Proactive Report

OCTOBER 12, 2015

Site Optimization : There is a lot more to this now than just keyword research and writing good content. In addition to editorial “blog” content and social media content, consider developing content on the maddafella.com domain. That doesn’t work anymore – and will work less and less going forward. It’s worth it!

SEO 100

SEO Google Pinterest LinkedIn 100

PR 20/20

DECEMBER 14, 2022

We all should think of old blog posts like aged wine—the older it is, the more satisfying and valuable it becomes—and it takes a lot less time than writing a brand-new post. Content edits allow you to upload properly sized images to your site and swap out any large ones. * How to write an effective content edit.

SEO 52

SEO Google Engineering eBook 52

Critical Mention

JANUARY 16, 2020

It’s important for marketing, communications and PR pros to keep SEO strategies in mind when creating content. Doing so can positively influence search rankings and help move your brand higher on search results. Internal links should contain related content to the page site visitors are initially on. Share Tweet Share.

SEO 80

SEO Strategy Engineering Mobile 80

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 5, 2017

Include a link in an online news piece, though, or pay an influencer to promote your brand in their blog post and it gets a bit murkier. ” The bottom line, though, I think (but of course I’m biased) is that strong writing will continue to be the most important skill for both journalists and PR professionals.

Pitching 174

Pitching Journalism Video Advertising 174