Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 3, 2023

BuzzSumo edges into PR with journalist database for SMBs; Poppulo adds generative AI for internal comms; why don’t PR software vendors follow basic PR standard practices? For its part, BuzzSumo appears to be targeting small- and medium-sized businesses (SMB) and seems intent on winning business away from Muck Rack.

Analysis 144

Analysis Tools Software SMB 144

Shift Communications

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

We’ve seen a ton of brands emerge as powerhouse cultural icons by tapping into and even setting these direct to consumer marketing trends. Brands putting customers in the center of consumer marketing. The brand’s Menu Hack and Sprite campaigns this year are notable examples of customer-led initiatives.

Consumer 78

Consumer Trends Marketing SMB 78

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 7, 2017

Some PR agencies fall into a trap of chasing only only large, brand-name clients. This is in part because like attracts like; large brands can bring more of the same, they reason. A PR firm may also think that doing media relations for well known brands can be easier than work for unknowns, because journalists are eager to cover them.

Small Business 168

Small Business SMB Local Viral 168

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Marketing and PR predictions aren’t merely forecasts, but often a reflection of our aspirations and perhaps advice – mistakes we’ve made we’d like to help others avoid. “Be Pay to pay, content grows; influencer marketing cools. “I d) Influencer marketing to cool off as far as the amounts of money companies are paying influencers.”.

Marketing 189

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 189

Garrett Public Relations

JANUARY 22, 2022

Making plans for marketing initiatives is always a work in progress. What should you focus on in the coming months? Uncertainty ruled last year, but now, we have a better idea of how things may look as we continue to get our footing in this new environment created by the pandemic. So, what trends should […].

Trends 158

Trends Marketing Publicity Small Business 158

Communications Conversations

JULY 10, 2018

It’s just a list developed by me and my opinions on people based on my 20+ years experience in this market. After all, I’ve been working in the social media marketing field for almost as long as that discipline has been around (almost 10 years now; 20+ years in the marketing/comms industry). Why is he a power broker?

Social Media 24

Social Media Media SMB Tourism 24

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.

Engineering 99

Engineering Writing Mobile SEO 99