Critical Mention

JANUARY 22, 2019

As a writer, digital marketing pioneer and WSJ bestselling author, Ann Handley hardly needs an introduction. In this interview, she shares her insights into how marketing has changed over time, the most valuable social media channel for marketers and how to make more of an impact as a marketing professional in your community.

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Interviews Content Marketing Writing Journalism 60

Cision

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

But with the power and reach of social media, snatching up prospects halfway around the world seems like a piece of cake…that is, if a brand is listening carefully to what their competitors are saying to their audiences. Here are three big names to take a look at for content marketing inspiration: BuzzFeed.

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Marketing Viral Social Media 120

PR Fuel

JULY 14, 2021

Over 80% of consumers feel more positive about a brand after reading customized content. Developing your content marketing strategy can help you boost brand visibility. In fact, 94% of consumers show loyalty to brands that over complete transparency. It can also help you communicate your company values.

Writing 82

Writing How To Media Guidelines 82

Cision

DECEMBER 3, 2015

Content marketing has the power to turn your brand into a driving force in your industry, but with so much competition in the marketplace, how can you ensure that your content makes an impact? What other challenges do you see brands facing in terms of content? A: It’s SO HARD to stand out.

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Strategy Marketing How To 120

Cision

SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

With just one statistic, Joe Pulizzi delivered a stark wake-up call to this year’s Content Marketing World attendees. When we asked global enterprise marketers how committed they are to their content marketing approach, 20 percent said they’re fully committed,” said Joe during Day 1’s welcome address.

Content Marketing 84

Content Marketing Marketing Skype Enterprise 84

Critical Mention

MARCH 13, 2019

I started writing the blog in 2009, and the speaking and books followed on not too much later. Q: Sales and marketing have become increasingly intertwined in the past few years. If marketing put more effort into an Account-Based Sales and Marketing approach, those same strategies could be modeled to develop leads.

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Interviews B2B Measurement Blogging 65

Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Content marketers often have difficulty getting executive buy-in for customer research. Not all companies have heavy pennies for product marketing—meaning content marketers are expected to do the humungous task of audience research on their own, along with their other responsibilities. Lack of buy-in.

B2B 137

B2B Company Survey Enterprise 137

Sword and the Script

JUNE 9, 2015

His commentary was presented in a white paper titled The Future of Content co-produced by The Content Counsel and an AdAge team that writes sponsored content for brands. Yet the paper also surfaces the underlying driver of the shift to content marketing. Drop “going viral” as a goal. What’s your take?

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Employee Marketing Viral 60

Contently - Strategy

JANUARY 26, 2023

The good news is that many companies have already cracked the thought leadership code using strategies that content marketers can emulate. The same C-level decision makers that leverage it in their decision-making processes are difficult to impress— only 17% of them rate the content they read as “very good” or “excellent.”

Leadership 145

Leadership Content Marketing Healthcare Google 145

PR Fuel

MARCH 8, 2021

Having your brand featured in a major media publication can mean thousands of dollars in sales. And how do you encourage journalists to write about your products or services? You write effective and attention-grabbing press releases. Every organization has a different way of writing press releases. Short and Sweet.

Writing 52

Writing Software SEO Advertising 52

Flack's Revenge

AUGUST 23, 2016

Inspiration can come from funny places – if you are in tech marketing, perhaps you’ll like the following story about branding, which offers lessons from the world of rock music. The Music and Branding Connection. What words do people associate with your brand? I’m also a music lover. Conclusion.

Brand 120

Brand Branding Big Data Technology 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 24, 2018

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. This is a sign that their expertise is relatively up-to-date, and academic credentials are a plus, particularly when it comes to being quoted in media interviews.

B2B 136

B2B Brand Branding Trade Shows 136

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 13, 2015

We prepped the client for the interview making sure he understood the story the reporter was pursuing, her background, beat and provided clear guidance to keep his answers relevant to her interests for this story. Related Content: Content Marketing *is* PR. Why PR Should Embrace Content Marketing.

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Marketing Pitching Small Business 60

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

Editor's Note: The following excerpt originally appeared in Content Marketing Fast Forward. Despite advances in marketing automation, much of the technology marketers rely on to plan, execute, and evaluate content marketing campaigns is elementary. AI Takes the Human Guesswork Out of Content Marketing.

Content Marketing 53

Content Marketing Marketing Analytics Resources 53

Cision

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

When you invite internal and external subject matter experts to contribute to your content marketing program, it’s important to have guidelines for them to follow. The less time you need to spend editing content and following up with contributors, the more time you have for strategy and optimization. Want to write for Cision®?

How To 177

How To Guidelines Content Marketing Video 177

Contently - Strategy

JULY 21, 2021

As Kurt Vonnegut once said: “Please write for one person. When you write for everyone, you write for no one. Writing for one person can be absolutely inspiring. Writing for one person can be absolutely inspiring. The reason that “writing for one person” works is because it’s an act of empathy.

How To 145

How To Creativity Storytelling Writing 145

Cision

JUNE 27, 2017

In theory, you know that content marketing is an instrumental component of your brand’s marketing strategy. As a business owner or company executive, you understand that you have great potential to leverage thought leadership through content. Content, in general, is a siren song that attracts people to you.

Writing 217

Writing Content Marketing Blogging Meeting 217

Contently - Strategy

APRIL 6, 2023

This, in turn, leads to higher conversion rates, increased brand loyalty, and a better return on investment for your marketing efforts. Sometimes, knowing your customers can enact social change as well as increase brand affinity. In turn, you can weave some of that language into your marketing content.

Survey 135

Survey Data Interviews Reddit 135

Sword and the Script

MARCH 26, 2024

Thought leadership benefits B2B marketing in so many ways – awareness, consideration and even customer retention – but it can have adverse effects when it’s under-resourced and turns out to be light on substance The social media platform LinkedIn and the PR firm Edelman routinely team up to conduct surveys.

Leadership 131

Leadership B2B Study Survey 131

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 26, 2016

In an age of ad blocking, brands have to transition away from solely sponsoring or being associated with the content their customers or prospects want or need. Instead, brands have to also produce the desired content. 1) The Parallel between Product Placement and Content Marketing.

Brand 60

Brand Branding Content Marketing Film 60

ReimaginePR

OCTOBER 3, 2016

If you’re looking for an easy, but sure way, to define yourself as an expert in your field, here’s my advice: write an ebook. That doesn’t seem like a guaranteed path to brand authority. Let’s talk about why an ebook is an essential element for your content marketing strategy, and how to create and promote one for maximum effect.

eBook 219

eBook How To Writing Community 219

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

To enhance empathy and connection with their teams and clients, organizations will foster employee brand ambassadors, highlight origin stories, show behind-the-scenes videos, and encourage user-generated content. Expanded brand collaboration “Partnership Paradise: 2024 will be the year of brand partnerships.

Writing 194

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 194

MaccaPR

DECEMBER 10, 2014

If the world of SEO, inbound marketing, optimized content and landing pages thrills you as a marketer, then the following interview with Clint Danks is going to be your cup of Lipton. The moral of the story for marketers: SEO, PPC, social media – it’s all tied together. Well, I was sorely mistaken.

SEO 98

SEO Interviews Blogging Engineering 98

Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 9, 2019

If you don’t truly understand your customer and the challenges they face, there’s little chance your content or brand message will make a lasting impact. But your brand will be forgotten in the landfill of marketing buzzspeak that people have to race past as they go about their day. Ask open-ended questions.

Marketing 108

Marketing How To B2B Exercises 108

Rock the Status Quo

OCTOBER 27, 2014

Interview them and share THEIR opinions, not yours. tweet this ) Regular posts can build up very nice visibility for them, lending credibility and influence to the brand they represent. Interview them and share THEIR opinions, not yours. One caveat – MAKE SURE it actually is their voice. FIVE WAYS TO CREATE VALUE.

LinkedIn 167

LinkedIn Leadership Interviews Digital PR 167

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MAY 14, 2024

Here are some best practices for writing your social media content in plain language: Choose active voice rather than passive. Write unique alt text for each image. Provide Accessible Visuals Alt text and video captions are crucial for making visual content accessible. Be clear and concise. Break your text into sections.

Social Media 83

Social Media Media Video SEO 83

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 14, 2018

It’s also a key reason why blogging and content marketing has become an important tool in the media relations toolkit. 10 Fundamentals for Successful B2B Media Interviews. based reporters said, “ensuring content is 100 percent accurate is the most important” in their organization. 4) Emphasis on professional journalism.

Survey 102

Survey Report Media B2B 102

5W PR

AUGUST 19, 2019

In the world of public relations, digital PR refers to the online marketing strategy utilized by businesses to increase their online presence and boost their brand. Instead, in order to make the most impact, digital PR uses online strategies such as search engine optimization, influencer outreach, content marketing, and social media.

Digital PR 76

Digital PR Print Construction Television 76

Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 26, 2018

” That’s the most common request I get from interview subjects. It’s a novel way to connect with the C-suite and get them interested in content marketing. Ghostwriting is so useful that I believe it should be a part of every brand’s content strategy next year.

Strategy 109

Strategy Content Marketing Interviews Creativity 109

The Proactive Report

JUNE 17, 2018

91 percent of B2B brands and 86 percent of B2C brands use content as part of their marketing efforts. Source: Content Marketing Institute 2018) That’s a lot of content being dumped online every day. Why are these brands so content focused? How to Craft High-Quality Content .

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B2C Study Exercises Sports 157

Cision

JULY 26, 2016

In this interview, David discusses the importance of good writing skills, how technology has transformed the industry and how to stand out in today’s crowded marketplace. With so much content saturating the marketplace today, how can brands stand out? It’s important to be honest with who and what you are as a brand.

Writing 120

Writing Engineering Journalism Analytics 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 26, 2019

And once a client is interviewed by a publication, we can set an alert rather than conducting hourly searches for the posted article (although in some cases we do both!). Social content is simple. Many clients task their PR agency with posting social content, ensuring appropriate brand messaging and driving engagement.

Pitching 136

Pitching Agency Tools Resources 136

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 21, 2016

As we get ready for the new year, we’ve interviewed some tech PR specialists to get their take on what’s around the corner. PR and CX go hand in hand, since it’s PR’s role to burnish a brand reputation and the job can only be done when the customer experience lives up to expectations. CX goes hard.

B2B 120

B2B Customer Service Software Technology 120

Cision

JUNE 5, 2017

People are constantly seeking inspiration from picking out dinner at the grocery store to replacing a broken couch to finding ways to wear a brand-new shirt. They’ll often turn to brands for new ideas which will help them with these purchasing decision. Write good, creative content. Easier said than done, right?

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Pinterest Creativity Video Retail 202

Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 24, 2019

A popular email newsletter is the holy grail for content marketers. When you send content straight to your reader’s inbox, you bypass Google’s search algorithm and the changing whims of social media platforms. Curate your content into segments for specific audiences. Don’t just publish a digest.

Financial 79

Financial Banking Content Marketing Writing 79

Cision

JULY 29, 2015

Podcasts are an ideal communication medium for brands hoping to build awareness and value. Kerry O’Shea Gorgone , host of MarketingProfs’ Marketing Smarts podcast , recently sat down with us to answer a few questions on how to build a podcasting strategy and give us a glimpse at what she’ll cover at her Cision webinar.

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Interviews Comparison Video Exercises 120

Cision

APRIL 28, 2016

Too many brands are churning out uninspiring content, and your audience is ignoring it. If you don’t know what message your audience wants to hear, they’re going to ignore your content too. Then, figure out how your brand can solve those problems. Then, figure out how your brand can solve those problems.

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Content Marketing Community Mobile Storytelling 120