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. Media relations isn’t sales. Repurpose it.

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Media Relations Media Survey Pitching 110

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 28, 2021

This blog published 51 posts this year – the 12 th year of publishing for Sword and the Script. However, the cadence of publishing still meets one absolute requirement of content marketing : consistency in publishing matters as much as anything else. Businesses Value the Role of PR and Communications More than Ever.

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Blogging Software Google Content Marketing 133

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

A survey I teamed up with Ned Lundquist to conduct of PR pros last year found 51% said media relations was getting harder. This is why content marketing plays such a crucial role in media relations , among many other aspects of PR and corporate communications. That backlink has a lot of value too.

Content Marketing 88

Content Marketing Marketing Pitching Survey 88

Critical Mention

JUNE 19, 2019

Did you know that over 60% of businesses don’t have a documented content marketing strategy according to CMI and MarketingProfs? Without a plan, you risk all of your content efforts going to waste. We have 10 steps on how to create your next content marketing plan: What exactly is content marketing?

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Content Marketing How To Marketing B2B 128

Sword and the Script

MARCH 10, 2019

Corporate communications departments are taking more work in-house. It’s a trend that mirrors similar patterns seen broadly in the marketing for the last several years, where CMOs have slashed agencies in favor of in-house teams. This year’s survey polled 223 communications and public relations (PR) professionals.

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Survey Media Relations Corporate Communications 97

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 8, 2019

In fact, you must publish content in order for it to be indexed and returned in response to search. 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? There are a few benefits I’d add to that: a) Media relations.

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Content Marketing Marketing Comparison Measurement 79

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2017

Those categories are: Content marketing statistics. PR and media relations statistics. Social media marketing statistics. Paid media and advertising statistics. Marketing measurement statistics. Search marketing and SEO statistics. Content Marketing Statistics.

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Content Marketing SEO Social Media Marketing 122

Critical Mention

JUNE 26, 2019

The world of digital marketing is an ever-shifting landscape where platform algorithms and industry trends change in the blink of an eye, and you need to be able to keep up. Luckily, we have seven of our top picks for the best marketing blogs of 2019 that’ll help you up your game! Blogs are purposeful, succinct and educational.

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Blogging Marketing Content Marketing eBook 92

Sword and the Script

JULY 10, 2018

The Sorry State of Media Relations. Much to his dismay, a corporate communications person, at the Clorox Company, who reports to the general counsel, declined his story idea because the executive team was too busy. Then the story hinge swings like this: “Such is the sorry state of corporate media relations these days.

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Media Relations Media Content Marketing Corporate 73

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. That’s the theme for this week’s Unscripted Marketing Links [UML]. 1) Earned media is sales enablement. 1) Earned media is sales enablement.

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Study Media Relations Media Measurement 138

Sword and the Script

MARCH 27, 2018

Do you feel like media relations getting harder? That’s according to a recent survey of communication professionals , which yours truly conducted in collaboration with Ned’s Job of the Week. The survey found more than half (51%) said media relations is getting harder. 3 More Reasons Media Relations is Harder.

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Media Relations Media Trade Shows Journalism 74

Landis PR

JULY 31, 2023

Photo courtesy of Pixabay Note: This is a reposted blog by Kristen Dunleavy – Muck Rack. For the original blog, please visit here. 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?

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Communications Marketing Pitching Technology 97

Onclusive

JUNE 23, 2022

This week, we’re continuing with our June blog series on Measuring Up To Marketing: How PR Fits Into The Mix. How can marketing and PR jointly contribute to business goals? This means that both marketing and communications are pulling together toward supporting organizational success. Working with marketing.

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Strategy Marketing Measurement eBook 195

Onclusive

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

A successful communications strategy is the driving force behind building trust among all of your stakeholders, enhancing your corporate reputation and establishing your company as a leader in your industry. A strong agency will help you shape a communications plan that supports your corporate objectives.

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Agency Strategy Communications How To 195

5W PR

AUGUST 23, 2023

A public relations degree offers diverse career opportunities. Professionals in this field shape and maintain organizational reputations, manage communication strategies, and engage with stakeholders. They create press releases , media pitches, and coordinate interviews to generate positive media coverage.

Publicity 78

Publicity Public Affairs Crisis Communications Policies 78

Landis PR

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Note: This is a reposted blog by our Public Relations Global Network Partner, Nick Leighton – NettResults. For the original blog, please visit here. A well-orchestrated communications strategy is pivotal for fostering company growth in today’s competitive business landscape. Now is the time to plan for 2024.

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Strategy Company Communications Construction 59

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Here’s a look at statistics across PR, marketing, and social media that were surfaced in the various reports and studies covered on this blog throughout 2020. Many of the blog posts published here are based on survey research, analytical studies or other sources of data. Public relations statistics from 2020.

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Survey Marketing B2B Study 174

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.

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Blogging Content Marketing B2B Social Media 103

Sword and the Script

JULY 24, 2018

There’s are several industry organizations that field annual surveys about content marketing and they are gearing up. Last year, the data overwhelmingly found every business says they are doing content marketing. This year, I predict satisfaction with content marketing will slide and many won’t understand why.

Content Marketing 63

Content Marketing B2B Marketing Exercises 63

Critical Mention

OCTOBER 24, 2019

While we certainly encourage PR and communications pros to follow our insightful Critical Mention blog , we also want to share a few of our other favorite PR blogs. PR Daily is a news site that delivers news, advice, and opinions on the public relations, marketing, social media, and media worlds.

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Blogging Education Resources Creativity 68

The Stalwart Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2015

A few months ago, our agency learned that more of our clients and prospects were in need of greater content marketing assistance. While we’ve always been a PR and Marketing agency, the majority of our work has primarily been focused on media relations. However, things are changing and that is no longer the case.

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Content Marketing Marketing Infographics Pinterest 60

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

a) Many community newspapers going away and hopefully still being available in some kind of online format. b) More pay-to-play opportunities to participate in national media relations opportunities. c) More companies create their own content and channels to reach audiences instead of traditional media channels.

Marketing 187

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 187

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

B2B marketing should take a little slice of the display ad budget and invest in media relations, genuine content marketing (not marketing content) and paid distribution of related assets from both . 2) Content marketing (not “marketing content” ).

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B2B Marketing LinkedIn Content Marketing 88

Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

According to the Cision State of the Media Report , 59% of U.S. consumers say they are suspicious of news content. On social media platforms, skepticism is far greater, as it should be. The public values journalism, and people are moving to media channels they trust. Dorothy Crenshaw is CEO of Crenshaw Communications.

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Mobile SEO Reputation Web 100

Onclusive

MARCH 21, 2018

In 2012, in response to the Altimeter group’s white paper on “converged media” last summer, Jeremiah Owyang took a stab on his blog at defining the new workflow for paid, earned, owned and shared media. Was it a function of PR? Its own function?

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Storytelling Media Infographics Advertising 281

Sword and the Script

JUNE 11, 2016

Earlier this month, the Content Marketing Institute (CMI) was acquired by events company UBM for a reported $17.6 Aside from the well-deserved round of congratulations, it occurred to me the acquisition is an indication of a maturing industry for content marketing, which of course includes blogging.

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Blogging Marketing SEO Content Marketing 60

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 11, 2021

Though they’re typically created for advertising purposes, edcals give a PR team a topic guide for creation of press releases, blog posts and content marketing. By laying out what content to create, when to pitch and whom to pitch, editorial calendars make PR both easier and more effective.

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Pitching Content Marketing Measurement Social Media 308

Sword and the Script

JULY 30, 2016

It’s one of my media relations best practices, which is the theme for this week’s Unscripted Marketing links. According to Cameron Craig , Apple used press releases as a tool of strategic communication tool. Do you need help with media relations? 1) What I Learned From 10 Years of Doing PR for Apple.

Media Relations 60

Media Relations Media Pitching Writing 60

Cision

OCTOBER 6, 2016

Although some PR professionals have seized the opportunity to evolve their public relations strategies, far too many have stayed complacent, keeping their heads down and focusing on media relations and other traditional tactics that have served them well throughout the years. Shared Media.

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Media Relations Newspapers Measurement Social Media 331

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.

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Media Fashion Television Radio 162

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Building competitive advantage using PR programs comprised of media relations , reputation management , brand positioning , and content marketing can help a young tech company achieve prominence. A consistent message is much easier to communicate, and it’s far more resonant. Generates third-party validation.

Storytelling 226

Storytelling Reputation Technology Content Marketing 226

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

APRIL 2, 2024

As PR pros, we’re all about captivating crafting content that resonates with target audiences, fuels brand loyalty, and drives results. That’s where traditional media comes in. Sure, the communication landscape has evolved with the rise of self-publishing. But reaching the right people with maximum impact?

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Media Radio Print Newspapers 102

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

As anyone with even a slightly popular blog knows, ‘guest post pitching’ has gotten out of hand. Public relations is HOT right now. Now more than ever, brands are understanding the importance of building trust and being transparent with their audiences, not to mention the value of clear communication. Data-driven PR.

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Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 214

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Which organizations, blogs, anything communications/PR, do you recommend subscribing?” I’m grateful to whoever mentioned my work; this blog has been publishing for more than 10 years. It also made me realize I can easily list out other public relations resources that I review on at least a monthly basis. What is PR?

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Resources Publicity Reddit Interviews 117

Journalistics

JANUARY 24, 2016

In my first post of the year, I confessed my blogging sins and provided some insights around what caused me to blog less the past few years, and what I learned from the process. This posts was the first step in my journey to blog more in 2016. About This Two-Part Series.

Blogging 69

Blogging Strategy How To Writing 69

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 24, 2021

Media relations has been getting harder for ages and PR need to think differently about the tools available to get the message across, including sponsored content. That piece of sponsored content proved to be a strategic use of paid media to augment media outreach. Can sponsored content be credible ?

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Pitching Media Relations Survey Advertising 111

5W PR

MAY 6, 2022

If a fintech company is not able to communicate with their potential clients or customers, then the chances for its success dwindle. So, when a fintech company is putting out a new product , it should consider the following PR tips: Communication Strategy. The first step is establishing a communication strategy.

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How To SEO B2C Content Marketing 88