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. A survey I teamed up with Ned Lundquist to conduct of PR pros last year found 51% said media relations was getting harder. Myth 2: Content marketing doesn’t yield credibility. That backlink has a lot of value too.

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Content Marketing Marketing Pitching Survey 88

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

MAY 11, 2019

1) Earned media is sales enablement. A tech PR firm recently published a study that showed promising effects media relations can have on the sales cycle for B2B marketing organizations. In recent years, the trend has been for website templates that blend news, press releases, blogs and resources together.

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Study Media Relations Media Measurement 138

5W PR

MARCH 26, 2024

Content marketing Complement the PR efforts with a strong content marketing strategy. 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.

B2B 78

B2B Strategy Communications Case Study 78

Garrett Public Relations

JANUARY 19, 2020

As a public relations consultant and freelance writer who sometimes dons a reporter’s hat, I’m always interested in trying out tools that allow me to get more […].

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Tools Social Media Small Business Media 215

5W PR

AUGUST 23, 2023

PR specialists build relationships with journalists, bloggers, and influencers to secure media placements and handle crisis communication when necessary. Media relations manager Media relations managers focus on cultivating relationships with media outlets to ensure positive coverage for their organization or clients.

Publicity 78

Publicity Public Affairs Crisis Communications Policies 78

Sword and the Script

JULY 10, 2018

The Sorry State of Media Relations. Then the story hinge swings like this: “Such is the sorry state of corporate media relations these days. How to Generate Media Referenceable B2B Customers with a Blog. Media Relations Ends; Content Marketing Begins. I don’t know. Or it’s not.

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Media Relations Media Content Marketing Corporate 73

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

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? On the flipside, you can also repurpose existing marketing content into PR content to increase exposure for your brand.

Strategy 195

Strategy Marketing Measurement eBook 195

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. Beyond earned media, typical PR tactics build relationships, engage influencers, and even help change public perception and behavior.

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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

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

DECEMBER 21, 2021

As anyone with even a slightly popular blog knows, ‘guest post pitching’ has gotten out of hand. Engage with the blogger on social media first, personalize your outreach, read and follow any requirements, and provide high-quality content. Social media livestreams will become acceptable as mainstream ‘news.’.

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Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 214

Cision

OCTOBER 6, 2016

It’s not news that social media has taken the business world by storm, changing the way consumers research their purchases and creating an unprecedented opportunity for brands to build one-to-one relationships with their brand’s biggest fans. Paid Media. Earned Media. Shared Media. Owned Media.

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Media Relations Newspapers Measurement Social Media 331

Rock the Status Quo

DECEMBER 16, 2015

From a brand perspective, social media is the gift of a brand platform ; a place to step up to the podium and let your voice ring out. There’s no better place to share content and be heard. If you blog for your personal brand, employer or agency clients, you need to learn this. On guest blogs (or other websites).

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Social Media How To SEO Media 100

Sword and the Script

APRIL 19, 2016

My media relations and outreach efforts had secured an interview with CNBC for a technology client and the reporter had flown in to conduct it in person. Proven to get More Out of Media Relations. That was the outcome good media relations pitching earned. The Soft and Subtle PR Pitch of Content Marketing.

Media Relations 60

Media Relations Media Interviews Pitching 60

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

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.

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Media Nonprofit Pitching Analytics 97

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

And today, successful PR goes beyond press releases and media kits, even though those two strategies are still relevant. Modern PR heavily involves using social media, collaborating with influencers, showcasing thought leadership, managing blogs, and organizing community events.

Video 108

Video Marketing SEO Social Media 108

Flack's Revenge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

So why have a blog with “revenge” in the name if I can’t get me some? Or at least blog a strongly worded rebuttal. She wanted my thoughts, and is probably sorry that she asked, because I chided her and gave reading assignments from my blog (like this post and this one ). Is the Press Release Truly Dead?

Writing 177

Writing Pitching Report Industry 177

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. Don’t dilute your social media accounts with off-subject messaging. The drawback is that visibility has become a commodity , which is why the content marketing trend is so important to PR.

Media Relations 60

Media Relations Media Pitching Writing 60

Rock the Status Quo

AUGUST 20, 2015

I thought I’d take a quick look at Google Trends to come up with new keywords (blog inspiration!). First, I searched trends on content marketing. . The growth is a bit obvious, since everyone is buzzing about content marketing like it’s Columbus arriving at the New World. Looks promising, right?

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SEO Comparison Content Marketing Trends 100

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Earned media still the most credible source of info Most people find independent journalism and earned media to be the most credible source of information. Blogs, including independent and corporate blogs, can be credible. More: 21 Media Relations Insights From 3 Surveys Polling 4,000+ Journalists 5.

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Survey Industry Leadership Study 94

Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Include your phone number, email address, website and social media handles. Build Relationships With The Media Emailing or calling a journalist repeatedly will get you nowhere fast. But, you can establish common interests and share their articles on social media. Wait a month after the source request closes.

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How To Media Pitching Reputation 100

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

PR can also involve managing events, speaking at conferences, and developing social media campaigns. 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?

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Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 98

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Creating good content is just half the content marketing equation. The other half is content distribution. First, for many marketers, so much effort is poured into the creation that distribution becomes an afterthought. What’s the open rate in email marketing? On and on the lists go….

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Content Marketing Pitching Social Media Internal 110

Waxing UnLyrical

OCTOBER 12, 2012

“Real” people don’t “do” social media like we do. By “we,” I mean people like you and I (or, at least, like I used to be), who are on social all the time. Most bloggers blog too much. Traditional media relations is still very important in most agencies, and to most clients.

Social Media 100

Social Media Publicity Media Conference 100

Flack's Revenge

MARCH 8, 2018

Their Spike and Analytics solutions provide a wealth of data that can shed light on social media buzz and content performance. But after seeing demos, and even playing around the software, it was unclear exactly how to put Newswhip to work to support media relations.

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Data Media Software Viral 159

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

Prohibition

AUGUST 25, 2023

Digital marketing encompasses a wide range of strategies and tactics aimed at promoting products and services through digital channels. These channels include websites, search engines, social media platforms, email marketing, and online advertising.

Retail 62

Retail Marketing Analytics Social Media 62

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. There was a pretty strong sentiment suggesting, that yes, sometimes sponsored content can be helpful. Does PR think sponsored content is credible?

Pitching 111

Pitching Media Relations Survey Advertising 111

Prohibition

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

So that involves lots of exciting things like online community building, social media listening, brand audits, online crisis management, content marketing and video seeding. You need to have solid media relations skills, have managed some talented PR executives before.

Crisis Management 62

Crisis Management Agency Crisis Social Media 62

Sword and the Script

APRIL 20, 2021

More than a proactive partner: an extension of your marketing and PR team. A blog with B2B sales attribution. Years ago, I championed a blog for this exact organization. It was the center of its content marketing, media relations and social media efforts. And that blog just deteriorated.

B2B 105

B2B Leadership Marketing Blogging 105

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 11, 2016

My public relations career began with media relations. Although I’d never recommend someone go through the “boot camp” experience I had, it did teach me how to secure media opportunities quickly and make them stick. 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

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

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 14, 2018

If you work in PR and engage in media relations , it’s a good idea to keep an ear out as to what is on the minds of those that work in the media. The 2018 State of the Media report by Cision is an annual survey of reporters that offers some insight. 10 Fundamentals for Successful B2B Media Interviews.

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Survey Report Media B2B 101

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. I’m not talking knowledge of social media here. How many PRs write blogs and truly understand how to optimise them for Search? Bloggers would pick up on the news coverage.

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