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. Social media statistics from 2020. Source: 3 Studies Branding and Marketing ). Source: 3 Studies Branding and Marketing ).

Survey 177

Survey Marketing B2B Study 177

Rock the Status Quo

AUGUST 21, 2014

That being said, here are a few dozen “do’s and don’ts” to help you in your pitching and writing efforts. Remember that most consumers wouldn’t care if 80 percent of brands disappeared tomorrow. Thoroughly understand the audience before you pitch or write. Focus on writing quality – even in the pitch.

Writing 203

Writing Blogging Pitching Content Marketing 203

Newsfile

JANUARY 30, 2024

Writing copy for social media is the most popular use for AI, according to 64% of PR pros. Social Media Engagement Since the ultimate goal of PR is to manage and enhance public perception and reputation, having a strong social media presence is key. In particular, short form videos are booming in PR trends.

Trends 105

Trends YouTube Video Social Media 105

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 your secrets for media relations success?

Pitching 228

Pitching Agency Social Media Creativity 228

Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

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. When pitching the data, be sure to call out why it is relevant to them and their audience. Jodie says: “Journalists love data, but sometimes it is not easy to come across.

Pitching 87

Pitching Infographics Survey Resources 87

5W PR

JULY 15, 2020

A media kit, also referred to as a press kit, is a pre-packaged set of marketing materials that promote a person, business, or cause. Media kits are an excellent way to introduce the brand to people who may be unfamiliar with it, such as influencers, event attendees, journalists, or prospective clients.

How To 176

How To Media Guidelines Pitching 176

5W PR

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Most of the time, when someone creates a brand new business, they tend to face a bit of a challenge in terms of public relations and coverage. Although business owners are aware that they have to generate buzz through public relations, not everyone has the manpower or even the necessary connections to get media coverage in the first place.

Pitching 88

Pitching Infographics Social Media Employee 88

Presspage

JUNE 4, 2019

Of course, that adage isn’t true, and in today’s 24-hour news cycle, what makes headlines is often not the kind of coverage anyone would want for their brand. Enter brand journalism , the darling of content creators and savvy PR specialists. ” Now, think about the “why.”

Journalism 68

Journalism Strategy Brand Branding 68

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.

How To 71

How To SEO Google Examples 71

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Media databases provide detailed information about media outlets, like contact info and past coverage. This information helps digital PR teams understand the media landscape and craft targeted pitches or campaigns. Tools for Content Writing and Editing Writing pitches and content all day can leave you drained.

Digital PR 62

Digital PR Tools Google Pitching 62

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Media databases provide detailed information about media outlets, like contact info and past coverage. This information helps digital PR teams understand the media landscape and craft targeted pitches or campaigns. Tools for Content Writing and Editing Writing pitches and content all day can leave you drained.

Digital PR 62

Digital PR Tools Google Pitching 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. Once you find your data sources, develop a compelling story complete with findings and some graphics, and then pitch these to journalists via email and/or press release.

Google 71

Google Infographics Pitching Resources 71

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Talkwalker – Uncovering Unlinked Mentions Whenever a website lists your site or brand without linking, this is a valuable opportunity to reach out for a backlink. To uncover unlinked mentions using the social listening tool Talkwalker , you can set up free alerts for your brand or specific keywords.

Tools 71

Tools SEO Analysis Google 71

Onclusive

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

1 Paid search, display ads, social media, online video advertising and email marketing will grow to 46% of advertising budgets 2. With digital convergence, PR and media communicators are no longer just the traditional writers of press releases or distributors of media pitches. Think again.

Measurement 231

Measurement Data-Driven PR Survey Storytelling 231

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. Amplify Media Mentions. Maybe they’re huge fans of your product. And that works.

Strategy 276

Strategy How To Media Infographics 276

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

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Talkwalker – Uncovering Unlinked Mentions Whenever a website lists your site or brand without linking, this is a valuable opportunity to reach out for a backlink. To uncover unlinked mentions using the social listening tool Talkwalker , you can set up free alerts for your brand or specific keywords.

Tools 62

Tools SEO Analysis Google 62

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Talkwalker – Uncovering Unlinked Mentions Whenever a website lists your site or brand without linking, this is a valuable opportunity to reach out for a backlink. To uncover unlinked mentions using the social listening tool Talkwalker , you can set up free alerts for your brand or specific keywords.

Tools 62

Tools SEO Analysis Google 62

Cision

JUNE 2, 2017

This post is an excerpt from the e-book, Listen: 5 Social Audiences Brands Can’t Afford to Ignore. Social networks will provide the most revealing insights as they are the most public and transparent to competitor and innovator online activity. Here’s a simple checklist for a little social media competitor audit.

How To 198

How To Real Estate Web Case Study 198

Cision

APRIL 13, 2017

But it’s important to keep in mind that their audience, the media, also has a job to do. And that’s exactly where the goals of journalists and brand communicators intersect. Companies have a story to tell, and the media needs to tell a story. Target your audience.

Media 210

Media Automotive Resources Product Launch 210

Cision

MAY 26, 2016

Consumers aren’t listening to your brand messages. Alexa Miller, senior account executive at Flackable, recommends reaching out to industry influencers to establish credibility and get your brand noticed. What are some of the biggest communication challenges facing financial brands today?

Financial 168

Financial Infographics Pitching Consumer 168

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

Maximize media placements with a few simple steps. Socialize all coverage. . The minute a profile appears on your CEO, or a brand spokesperson kills it on a live broadcast interview, it’s time for the social media team to get involved. But do use it in a pitch to a morning talk show.

Interviews 136

Interviews Pitching Infographics Print 136

Solo PR Pro

MAY 10, 2022

Media relations remain an important part of the PR world. As long as it's coming from a genuine place, you can land some solid pitches. Whether you're just getting into the world of solo PR or are already a seasoned pro, we're giving you in-depth tips on working with the media in 2022. 5 tips for working with the media.

Pitching 58

Pitching Media Journalism Data 58

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. PRs can then reach out to pitch “thought leaders,” authors and other spokespeople to any number of shows looking for talent or topic-specific expertise.

Tools 147

Tools Radio Data Instagram 147

Newsfile

JANUARY 24, 2024

Writing copy for social media is the most popular use for AI, according to 64% of PR pros. Social Media Analytics: Analyzing social media for engagement and trend insights. Media Monitoring: Tracking media mentions to gauge public perception and reach. Human-Centered or Authentic Approach 4.

Trends 52

Trends Data-Driven PR Analytics Survey 52

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

PR 20/20

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

However, bombarding your new love interest with a sales pitch on how amazing of a partner you are on the first date will likely not warrant a second one. Some examples of inbound marketing tactics include: Social media. Some examples of content marketing include: Infographics. They increase brand awareness.

Content Marketing 82

Content Marketing Marketing eBook Case Study 82

Solo PR Pro

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Many different services fall under the umbrella of strategic communication — or public relations: media relations, community relations, internal communications, crisis communications, public affairs, content creation and marketing, social media — the list goes on. The world of media relations is changing.

Media Relations 97

Media Relations Media Social Media Internal 97

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 10, 2019

3) Brands blur the lines between company and friend. We’re used to seeing communications and interactions with brands that are personalized. Similar to the algorithms which drive many of our online purchases, brands will begin to communicate with their customers as if they have personal connections with them.

Marketing 102

Marketing Content Marketing Advertising Advertising 102

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 14, 2019

1) How reporters view social media, embargoes and exclusives. Reporters review business social media profiles. 61% of reporters said when they are reporting on a company, they “always” or “usually” “consult the company’s social media.” The best pitches are short emails in the morning.

Survey 77

Survey Media Relations Report Media 77

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Prospecting and Blog Discovery Tools The first step to blogger outreach is finding blogs to pitch. Or, you can filter by author if you want to identify specific content by an author to reference in your pitch. But BuzzSumo also displays social sharing data from X, Facebook, Pinterest, and Reddit. Pricing: Free trial. $29/mo

Tools 71

Tools Blogging Pitching Google 71

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Prospecting and Blog Discovery Tools The first step to blogger outreach is finding blogs to pitch. Or, you can filter by author if you want to identify specific content by an author to reference in your pitch. But BuzzSumo also displays social sharing data from X, Facebook, Pinterest, and Reddit. Pricing: Free trial. $29/mo

Tools 71

Tools Blogging Pitching Google 71

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

Beyond PR

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

Combine social aptitude with almost limitless content, and you have the perfect opportunity for social media success. You have a solid social media marketing plan for the year, including before and after your brand’s big events, but what about during? Infographics or images with quotes relevant to the show.

Social Media 40

Social Media Trade Shows How To Media 40

Buzzstream

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Prospecting and Blog Discovery Tools The first step to blogger outreach is finding blogs to pitch. Or, you can filter by author if you want to identify specific content by an author to reference in your pitch. But BuzzSumo also displays social sharing data from X, Facebook, Pinterest, and Reddit. Pricing: Free trial. $29/mo

Tools 62

Tools Blogging Pitching Google 62

Deirdre Breakenridge

MARCH 12, 2015

However, when a client from the PR side of the house needed some branding work, creative design for a media kit, or a newsroom, it was so much fun to work with the marketing and web teams. Because of social media, we’re able to use our creativity and apply our skills in other areas that were not traditionally in our wheelhouse.

Creativity 150

Creativity Web Social Media Data 150

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 28, 2022

13% say not following brand guidelines. Twitter is still a journalist’s favorite social media site. A survey of 2,500 journalists finds Twitter is still their favorite social media network. Read more: Twitter Offers Advantages in PR for B2B Brands Willing to Put in the Effort. Image credit: Pexels.

B2B 118

B2B Marketing Survey Software 118