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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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. The pitch was about a study they had done.

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Sword and the Script

MARCH 27, 2018

Do you feel like media relations getting harder? The survey found more than half (51%) said media relations is getting harder. The survey found more than half (51%) said media relations is getting harder. 3 More Reasons Media Relations is Harder. Also, see these related posts.

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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. How 2,400 Journalists Use Social Media for Reporting .

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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. Also, see these related posts: 12 Things You Should do to Amplify a Media Mention Once You’ve Earned It. How to Generate Media Referenceable B2B Customers with a Blog.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MARCH 5, 2024

With the so-called ‘collapse’ of major digital news outlets like Vice Media and BuzzFeed and the much-hyped decline of traditional news, then earned media no longer matters. Securing earned media is still the highest priority for most public relations professionals. Wait, what is earned media?

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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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Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Journalists get a more well-rounded story and brands get earned media coverage. 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. Test your subject lines, pitch content and media relations tactics.

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Critical Mention

OCTOBER 25, 2021

For those who don’t watch, Succession follows the dysfunctional Roy family, whose patriarch, Logan Roy, owns and operates the largest media and entertainment company in the world. But, this is a blog about PR, communications and media relations, so enough about the plot summary.

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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.

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5W PR

MARCH 26, 2024

Old-school media Traditional industry publications and journalists still hold sway in reaching a broader audience. Foster relationships with media outlets by offering them exclusive interviews, newsworthy press releases, and insightful industry commentary. Media relations Stay ahead of the game by connecting with the media.

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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.

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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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5W PR

AUGUST 23, 2023

They create press releases , media pitches, and coordinate interviews to generate positive media coverage. PR specialists build relationships with journalists, bloggers, and influencers to secure media placements and handle crisis communication when necessary.

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Publicity Public Affairs Crisis Communications Policies 78

5W PR

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

In public relations, media refers to any messaging channel or platform the brand might use to connect with customers. Traditionally, there are three types of media: paid, earned and owned. Owned media is any content or messaging platform the brand owns or exclusively controls.

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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. This idea makes sense.

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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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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.

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Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Drastic changes in the media and cultural landscape have altered PR and marketing in recent years. How do we navigate the media landscape when “fake news” accusations are thrown around and the very business of media is under siege? Yet the business of public relations is thriving. Here’s why: 1. PR drives SEO.

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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.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 11, 2021

An edcal is a content roadmap that ensures a steady flow of media coverage, even absent major news announcements. It’s like an unsung hero of the public relations world — not flashy or creative, but vital to a robust media placement schedule. It’s the worst-kept secret in most PR firms. . Measure Performance.

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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. 2) Trust in media still adrift, says media.

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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.

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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. The PESO model takes the four media types —paid, earned, shared and owned—and merges them together.

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Sword and the Script

MARCH 28, 2017

The Media Reference Challenge. However, for many B2B marketing organizations, obtaining publicly referenceable customers willing to speak to the press is an insurmountable challenge. However, for many B2B marketing organizations, obtaining publicly referenceable customers willing to speak to the press is an insurmountable challenge.

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B2B Blogging How To Media 60

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?

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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. Owned media fuels paid media. Paid media fuels earned media. This person and media site have ethics beyond reproach.

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Cision

APRIL 18, 2017

Owned media is the most important element of your PESO communications strategy. Owned media is content you create on a platform you own, such as your company’s website or blog. Unfortunately, many organizations take a “publish it and they will come” approach to their content. Step 2: Create a Content Map.

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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.

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Blogging Strategy How To Writing 69

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Surveys show earned media is still the most credible; exec appreciation and collaboration with PR improved during the Coronavirus Regular readers know these pages are filled with surveys and statistics. Blogs, including independent and corporate blogs, can be credible. Try our services. Advertising is a distant third.

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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. Scott Kaminski , Senior Marketing Manager, Häfele America Co. . Data-driven PR.

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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.

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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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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.

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Video Marketing SEO Social Media 110

Critical Mention

DECEMBER 20, 2019

PR and marketing professionals have the opportunity to expand their organization’s brand reach by leveraging earned media coverage. Earned media is significant for businesses because it is unpaid content that is published by journalists, influencers, reviewers and organizations who have valuable thoughts and opinions about your brand.

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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.

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Onclusive

DECEMBER 6, 2017

PR coverage has typically been measured by media outlet audience size. With this explosion of content and demand for measurement, PR responsibilities are growing exponentially. AirPR has been on the cutting edge of the New PR and its ties to content marketing and marketing technology.

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