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. Source: 3 Studies Branding and Marketing ).

Survey 177

Survey Marketing B2B Study 177

Konnect Agency

JUNE 8, 2022

Studies have shown that visitors will judge your website within 50 milliseconds of clicking its URL. Users who visit can piece together our brand story by simply scrolling from the top of the webpage to the bottom— no pages to bury yourself in that might result in the loss of critical information.

Brand 52

Brand Branding Mobile Analysis 52

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 16, 2019

Reporting on the same study, Erica Sweeney noted for Marketing Dive that: “Most marketers, or 91%, think creative input is just as important as data in digital campaigns.”. By “advertisers” the report means big brands – think CPG – that spend a lot of money on marketing, including traditional Madison Avenue-style marketing.

Creativity 77

Creativity Study Survey Advertising 77

Sword and the Script

APRIL 13, 2019

At the same time, it’s worth recognizing that “Behind every great CMO is a bunch of great people,” as one study in this week’s Unscripted Marketing Links (UML) points out. As it is on the occasional Saturday, the UML is where I round up three ideas – in this case three fairly substantive studies – and present them for your perusal.

Study 116

Study Survey Infographics B2B 116

5W PR

JANUARY 31, 2024

Tech PR professionals work to generate favorable publicity, manage crises, and position technology brands as industry leaders. Corporate PR: Manages the overall image of a tech company, including its values, culture, and achievements, to build a positive brand perception with stakeholders. This can include investors or customers.

Technology 78

Technology Product Launch Crisis Management Case Study 78

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 11, 2016

In either case, I’ve paused to delve into three social media studies or surveys that crossed my screen in recent months and distilled them to the most important findings. These three studies seem to, in part, answer these three questions: How is our brand doing in social media relative to comparable brands?

Social Media 60

Social Media Study Media Survey 60

Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

As brands constantly ask how many links they need to build , the question should be, how many quality links do I need to build? Note: A brand new site may not have as high of a DA/DR because they’ve just launched. Tip: Some studies have found obtrusive ads can negatively impact brands. Quality vs quantity.

How To 71

How To SEO Google Examples 71

Sword and the Script

JUNE 14, 2022

93% of buyers “video builds trust in a brand” but success with video in B2B marketing requires a clear purpose, a plan to promote and measure results. A study by PathFactory found marketing videos on average cost $8,448 and earned 2:22 minutes of viewing time. By contrast, video is harder to experiment with in that way.

B2B 137

B2B Video Marketing Survey 137

The Hoyt Organization

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

This makes it a powerful tool for businesses to connect with their target audience and elevate their brand’s online presence. How To Use LinkedIn To Boost Your PR Strategy Leverage Data-Driven Storytelling Since every brand has a unique story, what will make yours stand out on LinkedIn? The answer is data-driven storytelling.

LinkedIn 57

LinkedIn Publicity SEO Storytelling 57

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. These insights form the foundation for our infographic – a must-see for any PR pro! But reaching the right people with maximum impact? That’s where traditional media comes in.

Media 103

Media Radio Print Newspapers 103

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 3, 2018

PR , advertising, and marketing should be working together as well-oiled gears in a powerful machine that propels a brand toward success. By supplementing advertising with a PR campaign, a brand can earn visibility that attracts leads. Close behind are e-books (67%), infographics (66%), and blog posts (66%).”

Advertising 178

Advertising Advertising B2B Reputation 178

Contently - Strategy

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Content marketers today navigate a dynamic environment where the interplay of creativity and strategy profoundly shapes how brands engage with their audiences. Infographics: Infographics distill complex information into visually engaging snapshots, enhancing user understanding.

B2C 52

B2C Case Study B2B Content Marketing 52

Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Here’s an example of how I helped get [Site/Brand] to rank for [target keyword] here [link]. Subject Line: Missing link on your [Website Name] article Hi [First Name], I noticed [Website Name] mentioned our [brand/product] in your recent post (thanks again!), If you’re interested, I can write this article for you.

Pitching 87

Pitching Infographics Survey Resources 87

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 28, 2022

According to a study by McKinsey, 68% want prices published online without negotiation. 13% say not following brand guidelines. A study by PathFactory found content costs soared 58% in 2021 compared to the year earlier. Read more: Twitter Offers Advantages in PR for B2B Brands Willing to Put in the Effort. Case in point?

B2B 118

B2B Marketing Survey Software 118

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 21, 2014

I’ll beg Dr. Barnes to forgive me the editorial liberty I’ve taken with this headline, but that’s my takeaway after finally reading the UMASS Dartmouth Study: The 2014 Fortune 500 and Social Media: LinkedIn Dominates As Use of Newer Tools Explodes. The study, an annual affair every year since 2008, was published this past August.

Social Media 118

Social Media Study Blogging Company 118

Sword and the Script

JULY 19, 2022

Buyers of B2B software want published pricing: according to a study by McKinsey, 68% want prices published online without negotiation (and other useful B2B marketing statistics). Regular readers know I frequently dive into surveys and studies about B2B marketing, sales and PR. B2B prospects want published pricing. 34% said ebooks.

B2B 89

B2B Report Survey Marketing 89

Prohibition

DECEMBER 13, 2022

There’s a vast amount of campaign types for your brand to use to grow online authority, everything from infographics to hero campaigns, to newsjacking campaigns. An example of a survey led digital PR campaign is one we did for a leading food and drink brand , Black Sheep, who champion quality cask ale. Studies & Analysis.

Digital PR 62

Digital PR Analysis B2C Examples 62

Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Pitch Data Studies Data studies have always proven to be great sources of high-quality backlinks, provided the data is interesting and packaged correctly. Depending on how you visualize your data studies and survey results, you may choose to use an infographic, which is the next tactic on this list.)

Google 71

Google Infographics Pitching Resources 71

5W PR

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

A recent Nielsen study found that expert content is “the most effective source of information in impacting consumers along all stages of the purchase process across product categories.” These are the experts who will establish trust between your brand and the customer. Connect, involve, and establish your brand by sharing your story.

Content Marketing 148

Content Marketing Marketing Measurement Data 148

5W PR

APRIL 19, 2021

Studies have shown that social media posts incorporating images get 2.3 Studies show that the human brain remembers only 10% of what they’ve heard after 72 hours have passed. Given the incredible retention of content that includes press photos, brands need to include professional photos in their messaging. Build an Identity.

Infographics 88

Infographics Newspapers Study Brand 88

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

PR practitioners have long helped clients amplify video content through social media promotion and earned media coverage, but they may be underusing video as branded content. As noted in our post on long-form content , a CEO can help influence a corporate image as well as build a personal brand through regular video communications.

Video 149

Video Case Study Agriculture B2B 149

PR 20/20

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

An essential tool for all businesses and industries, social media can be used to build relationships with prospects and customers, as well as increase overall brand awareness. Ebooks and whitepapers that are considered valuable to your target audience can position your brand as a thought leader in your industry. Case Studies.

Content Marketing 82

Content Marketing Marketing eBook Case Study 82

MaccaPR

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

Want to take your blogger-brand relationships to the next level? According to a recent Maxwell PR study (see infographic below), 35 percent of top food bloggers reported spending more than 35 hours per week on blogging and 43 percent estimated that they’ll prepare more than 20 sponsored blog posts in 2016.

Trends 48

Trends Blogging Brand Branding 48

Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

However, by combining the creation of newsworthy content campaigns with the importance of building brand awareness, we are able to gain linked client coverage on these platforms. Building awareness of your brand/products/services and boosting your credibility. Improving their brand awareness and reputation. Supercharging SEO.

Digital PR 170

Digital PR Industry Strategy Film 170

Prohibition

JANUARY 29, 2024

Incorporating visual elements like eye-catching imagery, infographics for stats, or videos to enhance the reading experience. Inject personality into your blogs and keep things lively and engaging; use some humour, relatable stories, case studies. As long as that suits your brand image!

Blogging 62

Blogging SEO Engineering Mobile 62

Contently - Strategy

MARCH 5, 2024

Flashier B2C brands often muscle their way to the center of the marketing stage, showing off products and services that people love shopping for. Here are some of our favorite examples of branded content marketing from banks and financial institutions in the last couple of years. The Australian Open.

Financial 52

Financial Content Marketing Examples Banking 52

Cision

JANUARY 9, 2018

Brands are investing more time, resources and budget into publishing high-quality content with the goal of attracting, engaging and converting customers throughout the buyer’s journey. Infographics. Informative, aesthetic infographics drive immense engagement. Case Studies. Content, content and more content.

Case Study 210

Case Study How To Infographics SEO 210

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 24, 2015

The Duke Study was far more definitive on marketing priorities than the Salesforce State of Marketing survey , which was also published recently. The Duke study found that marketers also say their efforts earned 3.1% A perusal of the study, which is embedded nearby, provides additional points of interest. in next five years.

Mobile 60

Mobile Study Marketing Survey 60

The Proactive Report

JULY 31, 2017

Every person that has an interaction with your brand – whether it’s good, bad or indifferent – forms a perception about your brand. Every person in your company is a representative of the brand and now that we’re all online, that’s truer than ever. Often that search is not a brand search, but a generic phrase.

Engineering 188

Engineering Interviews Infographics Social Media 188

Karen Freberg

DECEMBER 21, 2017

This book focused on how athletes can become their own media company and own their personal brand outright. In a day where everyone has a personal brand and is vying for attention from sponsors, companies, and the media – this can be both challenging and rewarding at the same time. Visual summaries as infographics.

Sports 47

Sports Brand Branding Case Study 47

Communications Conversations

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

It was a similar presentation to the one I gave at the Fort Worth PRSA meeting in October (I shortened and updated the deck with a bunch of new examples and case studies). I set these up with a “Don’t do this–do this instead” context, which allowed me to actually show you what I believe some brands are doing wrong.

Case Study 166

Case Study Strategy Study Hotels 166

Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 17, 2015

The Internet has made brand publishing ubiquitous. Gone are the days when brands required an intermediary to reach their target audience. In order to be effective, brand content must be mapped to business objectives and be appealing. So what could possibly go wrong with brand publishing? This has made the brand iconic.

Brand 40

Brand Branding Video Community 40

Cision

JUNE 13, 2017

Two recent studies by Elite Daily and CrowdTwist found that millennials, in particular, are extremely loyal to their chosen brands — especially those that are more engaging on social media. There, brands are able to promote their unique perspective — and products — while also providing valuable information to consumer audiences.

Blogging 215

Blogging Company Engineering Airlines 215

Cision

JUNE 2, 2017

This post is an excerpt from the e-book, Listen: 5 Social Audiences Brands Can’t Afford to Ignore. You can find out what they do behind the scenes if you look for case studies (do a search for “case studies for company ’x’”) that take a deep dive into their innovative tactics. Cool infographics.

How To 198

How To Real Estate Web Case Study 198

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 28, 2018

Media love poll-results story pitches, especially when accompanied by visuals like infographics. You can cherry-pick studies from different sources, combine and cross-reference to yield an original piece of secondary research – and a story. Whatever the outcome, it’s likely to yield fascinating material for content.

Storytelling 149

Storytelling Data Survey Financial 149

Newsfile

JANUARY 24, 2024

Website Analytics: Studying user interactions on your website to understand audience interests. By partnering with influencers, brands can reach a wider audience and build trust with their target market. Influencers can also help brands create more engaging content that resonates with their audience 2.

Trends 52

Trends Data-Driven PR Analytics Survey 52

Cision

APRIL 7, 2017

Kristin Daher, the President and founder of Powerhouse Communications , spearheads the creative communications agency providing a wide range of media relations, brand strategy, and social media services with a specialty in the foodservice and franchise space. What are some of the key components of an effective brand communication strategy?

Pitching 228

Pitching Agency Social Media Creativity 228