Cision

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

When developing a public relations or marketing strategy, many companies decide to start by jumping on the social media train. While getting started with a social media strategy may be easy, it needs to be consistent and well thought out to make it truly successful. Not all social networks are the same.

Social Media 120

Social Media How To Media Media Training 120

5W PR

JULY 25, 2023

Engaging food influencers has become a powerful strategy for snack brands looking to enhance their public relations efforts and reach a wider audience. By sending snack products to food influencers, snack brands can generate buzz and excitement around their offerings. Alternatively, they can establish brand ambassadorships.

Brand 78

Brand Branding Creativity Storytelling 78

Prohibition

MAY 6, 2021

The world of social media is constantly changing and evolving – keeping social media managers and marketers on their toes! Last month, we saw some really exciting updates to the world of social media across all platforms. This will give users, marketers and brands a whole new way to be creative.

Social Media 62

Social Media Trends Marketing Media 62

Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

PR professionals should create thoughtful, data-backed pitches, engage with reporters on social media, send swag (when appropriate), maintain relevant media lists, and manage all follow-through with reporters and journalists. Studies show that brand loyalty plays a huge role in why people spend their money the way they do.

Training 195

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 195

Prohibition

OCTOBER 7, 2022

The social media world continues to change and update as platforms try to keep up with one another and introduce new features. LinkedIn have launched an array of new ad tools, including document ads which allow the advertising of long-form content, with a preview in the feed and a push to download the full piece of research.

Instagram 62

Instagram Social Media Video Twitter 62

Buzzstream

APRIL 25, 2024

Brand mentions are great. At 46:27 in this Google Office Hours episode , John Mueller explains that unlinked brand mentions don’t pass any SEO value. You rely on someone seeing your name, typing in your URL or searching for your brand name, and clicking on your site. Smaller brands might only get 2-3 unlinked mentions per year.

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Brand Branding How To SEO 62

The Proactive Report

JUNE 30, 2015

Two recent studies show that brand engagement is the No. of UK and US agency and brand professionals put this at the top of their list. Another study – the 2015 CMI Benchmark, Budgets and Trends report – found that just over half of the marketers they interviewed (52%) had no content strategy at all. Tech Tools.

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Tools Strategy Content Marketing Measurement 100

Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

PR professionals are expected to create thoughtful, data-backed pitches, engage with reporters on social media, send swag (when appropriate), maintain relevant media lists, and manage all follow-through with reporters and journalists. Owned Media & Content Strategy. Media Monitoring & Analysis.

Training 370

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 11, 2020

For B2B clients like those we represent, it can include the topics and suggested resources for bylined articles, blog posts, social media posts, digital video, and longer-form content like white papers, among other elements. A good content calendar is like a roadmap that helps a brand tell its story. Measure performance daily.

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How To Social Media Product Launch Construction 259

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 19, 2023

As always, this year brought some truly spectacular “PR failures” by high-profile organizations and brands. Most of the so-called PR disasters that unfolded in 2023 went well beyond public relations strategy or execution. Yet, nothing happens in a vacuum. Still, there’s something to be learned from each one.

Banking 212

Banking Nonprofit Twitter Advertising 212

Onclusive

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

What does your story or brand offer that the journalists, and therefore, their audiences, can’t get anywhere else? This could include documents such as fact sheets, assets such as images, videos, success stories or customer quotes, or supporting data, research and methodology. What will help them bring it to life and make it engaging?

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Pitching Data Technology Storytelling 195

Doctor Spin

APRIL 17, 2023

The extra mile PR strategy is simple yet powerful. Going the extra mile can be a long-term PR strategy if you can figure out how to do things that don’t scale. link] Graham highlights the necessity of recruiting users manually in the early stages, as waiting for users to come is not a viable strategy. Ritz-Carlton.

Strategy 52

Strategy Customer Service Airlines Hotels 52

The Proactive Report

DECEMBER 4, 2018

The Need for a Documented Content Strategy. Only 37 percent of US companies have a documented content strategy. Isn’t it enough to discuss goals and have an unwritten strategy? A complete content marketing strategy starts with research, not setting goals. Why is this important? Follow me on Twitter.

Content Marketing 189

Content Marketing Trends Marketing Strategy 189

Prohibition

JULY 7, 2022

Social media has evolved yet again throughout June, with changes and new test features being introduced across multiple platforms – giving social media marketers more trends to keep an eye on. It will be interesting to see how this impacts post engagement and brand/influencer relations over the coming months.

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Instagram Video Twitter Facebook 118

Karen Freberg

DECEMBER 18, 2019

This was especially the case as I ventured in teaching social media earlier in the decade (amazing!). 2020 is going to mark my seventh year teaching social media (8th total) at the University of Louisville. I am actually going to use my social media book for my class. You may be thinking – Karen!

Social Media 52

Social Media Media Video Course 52

Prohibition

DECEMBER 18, 2019

One of the easiest and most effective ways to engage with and influence students to attend your University is to be present and active across a variety of social media platforms. In recent years, social media platforms have become a tool heavily leveraged by universities in driving student recruitment.

Social Media 62

Social Media Tools Guidelines Media 62

Karen Freberg

MAY 28, 2018

Personal branding is all the rage of course now. Everyone wants to have their brand stand for something and to be known for a particular area within the field. We are all documenting our story to share it w/ the world, creating more content than ever before. I think this is an important distinction. Lily Singh with Sephora.

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Social Media Brand Branding Media 42

Contently - Strategy

APRIL 6, 2023

Love them or hate them, buyer personas are key to creating successful marketing strategies and effective content. This, in turn, leads to higher conversion rates, increased brand loyalty, and a better return on investment for your marketing efforts. The message resonated with women, resulting in the following: 36.8

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Survey Data Interviews Reddit 99

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

The PR pro sends thoughtful, data-backed pitches, engages with reporters on social media, sends swag (when appropriate), maintains relevant media lists, and manages all follow-through with reporters and journalists. Owned Media/Content Strategy. Media Monitoring & Analysis. Messaging & Positioning.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Brands will need to become more human. The Solution: Content Strategy That Drives Growth. Building a media property starts with market fit. The strategy: Fill the content gap to address this market need, and create a frictionless experience to consume content and purchase additional resources. Career paths will evolve.

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Case Study Study Brand Branding 92

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 26, 2022

So how can PR teams run top-notch calls with the brands and teams they support – whether external or within the same organization? A PR agency is typically brought on to do more than secure media coverage. Often brands are looking for strategic guidance on how the PR or comms plan fits into their marketing calendar.

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How To Meeting Case Study Survey 156

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 26, 2022

So how can PR teams run top-notch calls with the brands and teams they support – whether external or within the same organization? A PR agency is typically brought on to do more than secure media coverage. Often brands are looking for strategic guidance on how the PR or comms plan fits into their marketing calendar.

How To 156

How To Meeting Case Study Survey 156

PeakMetrics Insights

MAY 16, 2019

With millions of social media profiles, it’s difficult to find the right influencer. What Does a Quality Social Media Influencer Look Like? . The most effective social media influencers aren’t necessarily those with the most followers, most tweets, or biggest names.

Social Media 40

Social Media Media Tools Data 40

PeakMetrics Insights

MAY 16, 2019

With millions of social media profiles, it’s difficult to find the right influencer. What Does a Quality Social Media Influencer Look Like? . The most effective social media influencers aren’t necessarily those with the most followers, most tweets, or biggest names.

Social Media 40

Social Media Media Tools Data 40

Waxing UnLyrical

DECEMBER 21, 2018

When planning and strategizing for your entire brand or a specific campaign, all the above come into play. Organization is paramount in moving from planning to developing, and then executing, the strategy. You need to plan, then write your strategy based on these findings. So they both got it! Why is it being done?

Strategy 88

Strategy Analysis Small Business Measurement 88

The Proactive Report

DECEMBER 27, 2017

Content strategy. The number of brands that consider a content strategy effective in raising revenue increased from 74% in 2016 to 83% in 2017. However, only 31% have a documented strategy. What does it take to deliver an effective content strategy? Understanding the goals of the brand.

Trends 124

Trends Data-Driven PR Data System 124

Polaris

DECEMBER 9, 2014

While many of the findings are predictable—the most successful content marketers have a documented strategy—there are certainly some surprises. even more effective than in-person meetings (63%), social media content (58%) and blogs (54%). Email marketing clearly deserves to be near the top of the list. I certainly was.

B2C 194

B2C Content Marketing Study Trends 194

PRSay

OCTOBER 13, 2021

As the virtual event’s moderator, PRSA CEO Linda Thomas Brooks asked the panelists how organizations can build, maintain and regain trust in an era of misinformation, cybersecurity threats and social-political upheaval. Trust ‘can’t be a communications strategy.’. It can’t be a comms strategy, a stunt or a PR tactic.

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Communications Pharmaceuticals Corporate Film 148

Karen Freberg

FEBRUARY 4, 2018

I have been a fan of Gary’s for years – and he is someone who has mastered the art (and science in many ways) of establishing a unique brand voice and presence within the industry. Here are some takeaways I had when I finished reading Gary’s latest book: Strong emphasis on personal branding and influencer marketing.

Social Media 45

Social Media Media Education Industry 45

PRSay

MARCH 29, 2023

Artificial intelligence chatbots such as ChatGPT, which can write texts and summarize documents, stand to improve — rather than replace — the work of communicators, said Aaron Kwittken. Then, the generative technology can tell PR practitioners how to make those media pitches more exciting and persuasive.

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Pitching LinkedIn Technology Engineering 72

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? Doing this exercise gives you an even better understanding of your existing customers’ perspectives, which allows you to refine your strategy for your target audience. But not to fear!

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Content Marketing How To Marketing B2B 128

Newsfile

OCTOBER 24, 2023

PR professionals and investors agree the most significant benefit that accrues to companies with a positive corporate reputation is corporate brand loyalty. Furthermore, when customers trust brands, they are 59% more likely to buy the brand’s products.

Communications 52

Communications How To Corporate Training 52

Prohibition

AUGUST 24, 2023

The food industry faces numerous challenges – brand awareness, customer retention and most importantly food safety. These agencies are adept at handling various aspects of public relations, from brand building to crisis management , with a specific focus on food safety. This is where food PR agencies excel.

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Agency Crisis Management Crisis Communications Crisis 62

Flack's Revenge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Who’s going to rise to defend our industry’s punching bag, documents that seem cookie cutter, useless, all too often written poorly with trite, overly cheerful quotes and obscure buzz words? ” But people have been saying press releases have been dead for years, since the advent of social media.

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Writing Pitching Report Industry 177

Maxim Behar

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

There is no smiling person among those we see around the clock on the news, social media, and wherever else. if they have some financial, political, or strategic strategies, they will achieve them. This means that they have some agreement, which is why I am surprised that each speaks through television and social media.

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Television Tourism Strategy Policies 59

Beyond PR

APRIL 26, 2017

According to the Cision 2017 State of the Media Report , when communicators pair compelling messages with rich formats like photos, videos, social media posts, infographics and data, they can drive better and more accurate coverage and increase earned media opportunities.

Infographics 72

Infographics Brand Branding Video 72

Presspage

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

That same PWC survey found that only 23% of people felt that their company’s various crisis management functions are well integrated, while less than half of business communicators admit to having a documented crisis comms plan drafted, according to JOTW. That’s definitely going to raise some question marks from your stakeholders.

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Crisis Reputation Software Crisis Communications 113