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. Content marketing statistics from 2020.

Survey 174

Survey Marketing B2B Study 174

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

The PR plan has clear visibility objectives that call for earned media or branded coverage — and there’s news that will help tell the company’s story. How does a PR team keep the momentum going if things get quiet? 6 ways to build publicity when it’s quiet. Speak up on owned media.

B2B 147

B2B Pitching Case Study Local 147

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Dozens of marketing and PR professionals express aspirations for 2020 along with educated guesses about the future . It’s not just what we think will happen, but also a reflection in some way, shape or form, of what we hope will happen. PR and communications predictions. Predictions from PR and martech providers; and.

Marketing 167

Marketing Employee Content Marketing Training 167

Sword and the Script

JULY 27, 2021

Where some see diminishing value in media relations others see opportunity; the best way to improve results is to use a combination of pitching, content and social media. Need help with marketing or PR? We’re more than a proactive partner, we’re an extension of your marketing and PR team. Try our services.

Media Relations 172

Media Relations Media Pitching Survey 172

Newsfile

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Melissa Strle Dive into the dynamic world of Public Relations with this essential PR glossary. Tailored for you, the PR pro, it breaks down key terms and strategies, from crafting effective press releases to mastering social media monitoring. Let this glossary be your foundation for success in the fast-paced world of PR.

Viral 52

Viral Crisis Communications SEO Reputation 52

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 22, 2017

Some say the goal of a great PR program should be to build brand reputation, while sales and marketing actually drive sales. The reality is that the lines between PR and marketing are getting blurrier all the time. Generating credibility for the brand message. This is where PR excels.

Brand 185

Brand Branding Marketing Wireless 185

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. Conduct market research to identify your audience’s needs, preferences, and communication channels. Speak to your PR agency – it’s what we do. Photo courtesy of Pixabay 1.

Strategy 59

Strategy Company Communications Construction 59

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Building links is a time-intensive process. While it may be tempting to cut costs using shady SEO tactics to take advantage of Google’s algorithm, Google eventually catches up and penalizes many sites over time. So, the best way to generate links is to use white hat tactics to build links naturally.

Tools 71

Tools SEO Analysis Google 71

PR Fuel

JANUARY 17, 2022

A solid marketing campaign is essential to business success, with experts recommending that companies set aside at least 10% of their annual gross income for marketing. That means if you expect to make $100,000 in 2022, then you should set aside $10,000 for your marketing needs. Use Graphics, Video, and Images.

Radio 101

Radio Local Writing Newspapers 101

Critical Mention

JULY 2, 2020

Many businesses and organizations are progressively integrating their public relations practices with their marketing strategies. Though public relations and marketing have many differences, they both are heavily reliant on expressing effective brand communication. Builds a Strong Brand Presence. Drives More Sales.

Marketing 89

Marketing eBook Pitching Radio 89

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Building links is a time-intensive process. While it may be tempting to cut costs using shady SEO tactics to take advantage of Google’s algorithm, Google eventually catches up and penalizes many sites over time. So, the best way to generate links is to use white hat tactics to build links naturally.

Tools 62

Tools SEO Analysis Google 62

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Building links is a time-intensive process. While it may be tempting to cut costs using shady SEO tactics to take advantage of Google’s algorithm, Google eventually catches up and penalizes many sites over time. So, the best way to generate links is to use white hat tactics to build links naturally.

Tools 62

Tools SEO Analysis Google 62

Doctor Spin

DECEMBER 20, 2023

My personal branding formula is different. There’s no shortage of online advice on establishing and maintaining your personal brand. But my personal branding formula is different—it’s actionable. The Three Cs of Personal Branding. Crafting Your Impactful Personal Brand: The 5 P’s Unveiled. 1 Holbus, J. 1 Holbus, J.

Brand 52

Brand Branding eBook Resources 52

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 24, 2018

Influencer PR for B2B is about nurturing genuine relationships with personalities who can influence the customer journey, from lead generation to purchase and beyond. The association and advocacy of unbiased industry experts is a time-honored way to build brand trust through earned media, high-quality content, or special events.

B2B 136

B2B Brand Branding Trade Shows 136

Sword and the Script

MARCH 30, 2021

The first flavor rarely uses their social channels. These branded social accounts look something akin to a ragged and outdated billboard on a desolate highway that hasn’t been updated in years. These branded accounts furnish a steady stream of self-promotion. 6 Statistics on How Journalists use Social Media.

Social Media 108

Social Media Report Survey Media 108

Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Building links is supposed to take work. Building relevant , quality links naturally is always the best way to go. But far too many people reach over to the dark side of black hat and gray hat link building in hopes of scaling quickly. Below is a list of white hat link building tactics that won’t get you in trouble.

Google 71

Google Infographics Pitching Resources 71

Landis PR

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Note: This is a reposted blog by Kristen Dunleavy from Muck Rack. For the original blog, please visit here. For the brands that have done it, it has paid off in spades because the Hispanic consumer is the most loyal in the world.” Denise added that one way to do so is by using Spanglish. asks Julissa.

Industry 59

Industry Radio Community Consumer 59

Doctor Spin

DECEMBER 20, 2023

My formula for personal branding is different. There’s no shortage of online advice on establishing and maintaining your personal brand. But my personal branding formula is different—it’s actionable. The Three Cs of Personal Branding. Crafting Your Impactful Personal Brand: The 5 P’s Unveiled. 1 Holbus, J.

Brand 52

Brand Branding eBook Resources 52

Cision

APRIL 3, 2015

How can you break into or improve your word-of-mouth marketing? Throughout March, we provided tons of content centered around using word-of-mouth to raise brand awareness, earn trust and, ultimately, make sales, including a webinar, white paper, tip sheet and numerous blog posts. Blog Posts. That’s killing brands!

Marketing 120

Marketing Customer Service Employee Mobile 120

MaccaPR

OCTOBER 10, 2022

As I touched down in Atlanta recently, I was excited to join over 500+ influencers and notable brands such as Ryobi , Home Depot , and BEHR at the annual HAVEN influencer conference. It’s no secret that influencer marketing is booming, according to Influencer Marketing Hub , influencer marketing was a $13 billion industry in 2021.

Conference 62

Conference Marketing Instagram YouTube 62

PR Fuel

AUGUST 26, 2021

Without a content marketing strategy, you could miss a chance to reach customers. It’s not enough to start blogging, though. In order to boost business growth, you’ll need to generate brand awareness first. You can appear in front of customers, boosting your brand visibility. Print publications and blogs.

Engineering 105

Engineering SEO Consumer Content Marketing 105

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2017

It’s good to know where and how other marketers are finding success. Second, pouring over such reports is a great way to stay smart, relevant and maintain a competitive edge. We are after all forever students of marketing. Those categories are: Content marketing statistics. PR and media relations statistics.

Content Marketing 122

Content Marketing SEO Social Media Marketing 122

Shift Communications

MAY 10, 2022

By Lisa Zanchi, Director, Digital Marketing. Brands today are built on social, but social media marketing has never been more cut-throat. In our new blog series, we talk what’s working (and not) across key social channels. In our new blog series, we talk what’s working (and not) across key social channels.

Pinterest 78

Pinterest YouTube Social Media Trends 78

Newsfile

JUNE 28, 2023

7 best ways to accomplish media monitoring of your press release You’ve sent out your press release, but now what? Utilizing the 7 best ways to accomplish media monitoring will help increase the success of your press release and your overall PR and marketing efforts. What are the benefits of media monitoring?

Media 52

Media Analytics Radio Google 52

Cision

AUGUST 11, 2016

With the rapidly evolving landscape of the marketing mix, fueled by the MarTech revolution, the growth of influencer marketing and content marketing, and a push towards integrated communications, marketers and communicators need cutting-edge resources more than ever. Marketers need to] adapt. Seth’s Blog.

Marketing 0

Marketing Mobile Nonprofit Engineering 0

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JUNE 13, 2023

Sound PR practices are essential if you want to build connections with your target audience. This involves establishing credibility for your brand by enhancing customer engagement and improving awareness of what you offer in the marketplace.

Analytics 40

Analytics Content Marketing Measurement Advertising 40

Critical Mention

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Adjusting to new trends is part of the business for PR professionals. 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. Ragan’s PR Daily. Share Tweet Share. Entrepreneur.

Blogging 68

Blogging Education Resources Creativity 68

Cision

DECEMBER 5, 2017

That’s where your content marketing efforts come into to play. According to HubSpot’s 2017 State of Inbound, the top challenge marketing faces is generating more traffic and leads. Cision® asked hundreds of senior marketers and 81 percent agreed earned media is more effective than paid media. Blog Posts.

Infographics 235

Infographics Case Study Content Marketing Video 235

Onclusive

MAY 18, 2017

Historically, PR has been a bit of a black box in terms of how much it “helps.” That’s because the success of a PR campaign has been incredibly difficult to measure with any accuracy, until recently. We now have access to PR data that does for PR what AdTech tools have done for the measurement of advertising.

Advertising 150

Advertising Advertising Data LinkedIn 150

Cision

JULY 6, 2017

Originally authored and published by PR Newswire’s Jaimee Bruening [link]. Blogging can (and should) do more than just update readers on the latest news and events of the day. For those unfamiliar with marketing speak, this process is known as collecting leads. How to Collect Quality Leads for Your Blog.

Blogging 168

Blogging How To Privacy Mobile 168

MaccaPR

JANUARY 28, 2022

Let’s admit it: we had a blast watching two of Minnesota’s most celebrated social media experts – Christina Milanowski , associate director of social media for Life Time and Aaron Komo, senior brand manager for social and community at Noom – reveal their predictions for digital marketing trends in this New Year.

Social Media 62

Social Media Marketing Media Instagram 62

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 31, 2023

My last PR tech sum went up in early November – and there’s a lot that happened between then and now. I’ve teased the deals in the headline, but there are a lot of AI happenings in PR too. In April, it acquired Klear , an Israeli influencer marketing platform for $17.8 PR Tech Briefing]. million in November of 2021.

Software 78

Software Case Study Technology Tools 78

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. Myth 2: Content marketing doesn’t yield credibility.

Content Marketing 88

Content Marketing Marketing Pitching Survey 88

Flack's Revenge

APRIL 24, 2018

The NY Tech Meetup mail list is a great way to keep up with the local tech community and make connections. So, I was eager when I saw a post about PR but also anxious about the crowd reaction, as I find that there can be a lot of confusion about the topic. It is a good question, why PR is misunderstood in the first place.

Agency 159

Agency Strategy Crisis Management Pitching 159

Solo PR Pro

JUNE 25, 2019

Many solo PR pros get the majority of their business from referrals. There are so many avenues to developing business from networking to speaking to inbound marketing. Solo PR pros are increasingly adding podcasts to their media outreach, but podcasts can also be a useful tool to develop business. Make more contacts.

Leadership 72

Leadership Tools Video Local 72

Cision

AUGUST 26, 2015

As Cision’s social media manager, I use top 50 and top 100 lists for three purposes: To follow individuals who will help me stay in the loop when new trends and statistics emerge within my industry. Contributed: Four ways social can get out of the silo and truly integrate. Jeff Bullas (@jeffbullas) August 6, 2015.

Social Media 120

Social Media Twitter Media Nonprofit 120

OnePitch

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

While she’s focused generally on consumer PR over her nearly 20 years in the industry, she’s had deep experience in food and beverage, restaurants, and retail communications while working at everything from boutique to global PR agencies in Chicago and Columbus. Read below for the entire interview with Megan: .

Pitching 98

Pitching Consumer How To Education 98