The Proactive Report

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Download the full PDF version of the infographic here . A new year always brings unknowns, but this year preparing your digital PR and marketing strategy is more important than ever. This isnot theitme for PR and marketing folk to pull back. These six Digital PR and marketing trends can help you thrive in 2023.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 18, 2017

A brand-sponsored survey is a time-honored tool for public relations. But how do you ensure the success of a given survey? Like any PR vehicle designed to generate positive press response, the success of even an inexpensive omnibus survey begins with careful design and a strong media strategy. Always begin at the end. .

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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. Recent B2B marketing video statistics.

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B2B Video Marketing Survey 136

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. The cost of B2B marketing content.

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 18, 2016

That’s according to a survey of 1,200 “social dads” by Social Media Link and presented in the infographic – Dads Do Social – published nearby. In an introduction to the infographic, marketing director Jordon Ben writes: “Today’s dads are social, vocal and see their online world as a communal resource to help them make decisions.

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PRSay

JUNE 28, 2023

Consider the following findings from Cision’s 2023 State of the Media Report , a survey of more than 3,000 journalists worldwide: Press releases are cited as the resource journalists want to receive the most from brands and PR professionals Journalists ranked press releases No. reveals,” “shows,” “announces,” etc.)

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Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 14, 2019

Most PR professionals say media relations is getting harder or much harder, according to the 2019 JOTW Communications Survey. Over the last few months, there have been three separate surveys that polled hundreds of editors, reporter sand journalists. This is up 17% from last year where 51% said media relations was getting harder.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 10, 2019

As I’ve done in recent years, I’ve asked a whole bunch of smart people for their marketing predictions or PR predictions for the next year. And now on with the marketing and PR predictions for 2020. 1) Marketing embraces sustainability. Note: Professor Moorman also champions The CMO Survey. 5) Marketers will slow down.

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 7, 2016

Curiosity is an attribute that serves marketers well. Yet in this data-driven marketing climate, we’ve got to find ways to quantify those hunches. For the purpose of satisfying curiosity, marketing surveys are a useful vehicle for research. Marketing skills the CMO needs on the team. vehicles.

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

Content marketing has never been more important. A report from Content Marketing Institute (CMI) conducted in 2016 found that 47 percent of enterprise marketers planned to increase their budgets for content marketing over the following 12 months. Content Marketers Have Insufficient Resources.

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Newsfile

JANUARY 30, 2024

AI Integration in Daily Tasks According to the latest annual McKinsey Global Survey on the State of AI , the most commonly reported uses of generative AI tools are in marketing and sales, product and service development and service operations. AI research In 2023, 58% of PR pros surveyed tapped into AI to conduct research.

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Onclusive

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

In recent market estimates, digital online and ad spending is expected to grow at approximately 11% per year through 2021. 1 Paid search, display ads, social media, online video advertising and email marketing will grow to 46% of advertising budgets 2. So what does digital marketing growth have to do with PR? ” 4.

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Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 6, 2015

If content marketing was a self-evaluated college class, marketers would give themselves a “C.” That’s my sense after reading the new B2B Content Marketing 2016 Benchmarks, Budgets and Trends – North America report. The annual report is a joint effort between MarketingProfs and the Content Marketing Institute.

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Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

We’ve covered tips on successful survey ideation in the past, so the next step is distributing your content. Survey Pitch Outreach Template When pitching a survey, highlighting the key takeaways is the most effective way to inspire your target to cover your post. Here’s Jodie’s recommendation for a press release template.

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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.

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Contently - Strategy

AUGUST 22, 2019

It’s just that flashier B2C brands often muscle their way center stage, showing off the products and services that people genuinely love shopping for: sneakers, beauty products, vacation packages. Here are some of our favorite examples of content marketing from banks and financial institutions in the last couple years.

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Reputation Us

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The annual survey of more than 33,000 individuals in 28 countries seeks to understand the public’s perception of trust across different markets and demographics. Businesses must distribute trustworthy information, the survey found. But content also includes your press releases, corporate communications and annual report.

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Newsfile

JANUARY 24, 2024

AI Integration in Daily Tasks According to the latest annual McKinsey Global Survey on the State of AI , the most commonly reported uses of generative AI tools are in marketing and sales, product and service development and service operations. AI research In 2023, 58% of PR pros surveyed tapped into AI to conduct research.

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Trends Data-Driven PR Analytics Survey 52

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.

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Cision

JANUARY 18, 2018

While much of a content marketing strategy revolves around creating new content just for your blog (part of your owned media), I highly recommend that you divert some of your attention to incorporating earned media into your strategy. Anyone who clicked on the link would see a major media brand talking about Cision. And that works.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 28, 2018

For many of our clients we field quarterly surveys designed to generate relevant news or insights. Surveys are the data gift that keep giving. Polls and surveys are time-honored PR tools for developing campaigns, fine-tuning messaging, and generating earned media and content. Omnibus surveys.

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Buzzstream

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The right link can attract new customers in a way that other forms of organic marketing simply cannot. Yet, many SaaS marketers don’t utilize it in their marketing mix. If you are one of those marketers hesitant to wade into link building for SaaS business, we’re here to tell you that it’s an accessible and doable strategy.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 21, 2018

For many B2B technology brands, data is not only a business asset, but a PR tool. The data is often derived inexpensively from behavior surveys or flash polls, or it may already exist within the company’s own research unit. Data-driven PR drives marketing engagement. Infographic from a 2017 article in MarTech Advisor.

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Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Types of Press Releases Companies issue press releases for various reasons, so it is crucial to understand the different types of press releases; let’s break down some of the more common types of releases: product or brand launches, company news, event announcements, and reports. Don’t overcomplicate it.

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Cision

JUNE 16, 2017

Change is in the air as many brands have undergone a makeover in recent months. Although some rebranding is contractually obligated with an ownership change, many companies choose to overhaul their brand in order to reposition themselves in a crowded marketplace. Marketing collateral (product sheets). Start with your employees.

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Sword and the Script

APRIL 13, 2019

Whether you are a CMO or not, if your work is related to marketing, then the challenges and opportunities facing the CMO are also yours. We all have a responsibility to support the CMO with the inputs from our piece of the puzzle to develop a sound marketing strategy. Your Marketing Predecessor was Probably a Hot Mess.

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Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 24, 2015

Marketers are more optimistic about the economy, expect marketing budgets to increase and will spend more on digital, social media and marketing analytics. That’s according to a new survey of 288 senior marketing executives – the CMO Survey – conducted by Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business.

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Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 16, 2019

The pendulum of marketing can only swing in one direction at a time, but at some point, the forces of gravity slow the swing and eventually take it back in the other direction. I sense we are reaching that point in marketing, with respect to data and creativity. For years marketing leaders have all heard data, data, data.

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Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

You can get data from survey platforms like OnePoll , YouGov , Survey Monkey , and Pollfish if you don’t have user data. 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.)

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Conducting market research, analyzing customer feedback, and monitoring user behavior on your website are effective ways to gain valuable insights into your target audience’s preferences. According to a study by Accenture , 91% of consumers are more likely to shop with brands that provide relevant offers and recommendations.

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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. Dream Jobs.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 22, 2017

Quill transforms data into automated, human-sounding Intelligent Narratives that offer brand insights to improve every aspect of communication. Think again, you may need Scoop.it, a content marketing automation SaaS platform that uses AI to help grow traffic and lead generation through content. Are your images less than striking?

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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. The age-old question.

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Sword and the Script

JULY 21, 2018

However, I think the marketing community has over-corrected and the more strategic marketers value both the art and science of marketing. This is why a new study by McKinsey is so important and why I’ve included it in this week’s Unscripted Marketing links [UML]. 2) Crutches, agile and marketing.

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Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

GlobeNewswire is owned by Notified, a recently re-branded division of Intrado. Next, they publish a fake release saying that the company was about to be acquired by a well-known brand. The stock price jumps, and the bad actors sell the stock before the market realizes the news is fake. billion PR software market.

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Buzzstream

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Either way, using tools and technologies to aid your marketing strategy has never been more impactful than in the age of AI. I joined BuzzStream as Director of Content Marketing in November of 2023. But before that, I worked for over ten years with three content marketing agencies and one in-house role.

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Buzzstream

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Either way, using tools and technologies to aid your marketing strategy has never been more impactful than in the age of AI. I joined BuzzStream as Director of Content Marketing in November of 2023. But before that, I worked for over ten years with three content marketing agencies and one in-house role.

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