Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

I’ve spent the past few weeks breaking down the survey results from The 5th Annual JOTW Strategic Communications Survey for 2022 (see these posts covering the executive summary , top challenges , organizational trust in media and views on media bias ). So says a 2022 survey conducted by PRWeek for ICR. How will that be measured?

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Survey Corporate Communications Financial 81

Katie Paine's Measurement Blog

JULY 10, 2023

Integrated communications measurement is where comms evaluation and measurement is heading. Not only was she relatively new to measurement, and so had to figure a lot of things out as she went, but she did it for a very, very large organization requiring buy-in from numerous levels of leadership. So, you can do it too.

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Measurement Communications How To Survey 98

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.

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Leadership B2B Study Survey 127

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

It also surveyed 1,500 respondents in the U.S. That’s measured by asking respondents to rate trust on a nine-point scale from “distrust” to “neutral” to “trust.” That’s measured by asking respondents to rate trust on a nine-point scale from “distrust” to “neutral” to “trust.” 57% are neutral about trust in NGOs.

Government 136

Government Survey Ethics Media 136

PRSay

MAY 9, 2019

In a Muck Rack survey of 800 communicators, ranging from boutique agency coordinators to chief communications officers at global brands, 72 percent said that the top challenge they face is “measuring business impact,” with the second most prominent challenge (at 65 percent) overcoming the “lack of quantifiable measurement.”

Survey 66

Survey Measurement Communications Advertising 66

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The company’s measures are based on the pitches sent through their systems. Studies show the average email marketing campaign has a 20% open rate and 2% CTR. Top metrics for marcom and PR vary The top metric for marketing communication (marcom) leaders is leads generated while the top metric for PR is stories placed.

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Report Publicity Marketing Pitching 105

Onclusive

AUGUST 10, 2021

Welcome back to our blog series about earned media strategy and measurement! This week, we’re focusing on one of the primary functions of communications and PR—producing impactful content that resonates with your brand’s key audiences. Elizabeth Barrett. VP Research, Gartner. Another effective strategy is localizing your content.

Strategy 418

Strategy Survey Automotive Data 418

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 20, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has upended long-planned marketing and PR campaigns for nearly every major brand. Most have learned from early mistakes or half-measures and have designed campaigns that make a positive impact for employees, customers, and communities. But the most PR-powerful gesture may have been by Yum Brands.

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Brand Branding Small Business Retail 284

5W PR

OCTOBER 20, 2023

In today’s diverse and interconnected world, multicultural marketing has become not just a trend but a necessity for businesses aiming to expand their reach and relevance. Understanding and embracing cultural insights is at the core of successful multicultural marketing. This segmentation will guide the marketing efforts.

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Strategy Marketing Local Groups 78

Cision

OCTOBER 18, 2017

Read on to learn more about how PR can bring measurement into the digital era. The first step is to make the mental shift from just focusing on traditional PR metrics — like mentions, share of voice and awareness — to also thinking about digital metrics that are commonly used these days by different marketing channels.

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Measurement System Data Technology 198

Sword and the Script

JUNE 25, 2020

We presented a sampling of the findings – along with analysis – from the 3 rd Annual JOTW Communications Survey for 2020. Here’s the recording: Also, see these pieces related to this year’s survey: PR Measurement: How is Communications Proving Value?

Survey 78

Survey Communications Public Affairs Ethics 78

PRSay

MAY 30, 2023

In the past, multicultural marketing and brand purpose were often siloed within organizations. Brands must find new ways to understand their customers outside of traditional segmentation, first-party data and other means. BRANDthrō uses data science to score and measure emotion.

Data 100

Data Marketing Survey Consumer 100

The Proactive Report

APRIL 13, 2018

Brands and organizations are naturally interested in the journey of their customers, supporters or members. To raise awareness of a brand or product is a common business goal – it’s the first step of the stakeholder or customer journey. Measuring awareness. Is the traffic to your site from your brand-URL increasing?

Measurement 138

Measurement Analytics Google Social Media 138

5W PR

JANUARY 17, 2020

Although its harder to measure the efficacy of PR efforts than it is to measure the same statistics for say, advertising, there are many ways to measure the reach and success of a PR message. Market Surveys –Typically this will involve before-and-after surveys regarding awareness of your brand.

Measurement 78

Measurement Publicity Television Analytics 78

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

B2B marketers that outperform peers are more likely to devote 40% or more of their marketing budget to long-term goals Good things really do come to those who wait. These marketing “leaders” are more likely to devote 40% or more of their marketing budget to long-term goals, compared to 25% of the rest of marketing.

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B2B Marketing Survey Creativity 146

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 15, 2020

To borrow from a quote , the professional’s feet should be planted in their role, but their eyes should survey the marketing landscape. There have been a lot of new surveys and reports launched since the beginning of the year. 1) Improving CX is the best way to distinguish your brand. 12% said increasing market share.

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Study Marketing Brand Branding 78

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 9, 2016

That was how we measured the PR team’s performance – by counting the publicity clips our work generated. We use social media listening tools, review market research, and create SEO-enhanced content. And how to measure the other activities that a PR group delivers? So, how should we measure PR outcomes?

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Measurement How To Guidelines Web 189

Onclusive

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

In this week’s blog about earned media strategy and measurement, we’re talking about developing and implementing a content distribution plan that uses every opportunity to showcase your stories in front of your key audiences. The content provided on your web assets must tell your brand and product stories clearly and concisely.

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Measurement SEO Web Social Media 356

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 23, 2020

How do you measure PR results? These are just a few of the questions on the 2020 JOTW Communications Survey questionnaire. The survey will take just a few minutes to complete. You can find the survey by accessing the following URL: [link]. Three years ago, we teamed up to begin fielding this survey.

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Survey Public Affairs Corporate Trends 85

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 9, 2024

Whether you are in the market to buy this year or not, spend some time looking at the newer or independent vendors on this list. HARO is a name universally recognized brand, so the rebrand doesn’t make sense to me at all. PR measurement evangelist Mark Weiner passed in December. In remembrance. Mark was 68. Sober AI edits.

Brand 147

Brand Branding Reddit Pitching 147

Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The good news: There are a lot of content marketing resources out there. The bad news: There are a lot of content marketing resources out there. But sometimes, sifting through a sea of content about marketing can be overwhelming. How to Measure Content ROI in 10 Steps. Content Strategy Course: Brand Awareness.

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Resources Content Marketing Healthcare Marketing 121

Sword and the Script

MAY 25, 2021

Brands earn customer trust in business by protecting their data, offering a reasonable value, focusing on the quality of their product or service and delivering good customer experiences. Trust in business is a currency that brands can’t live without. The research company polled 15,000 consumers across 15 markets, including the U.S.

Brand 108

Brand Branding Survey Customer Service 108

Reputation Us

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The Tangible Value of Reputation Management Your company’s reputation is not merely a reflection of your public image, but a tangible asset with measurable impact on the most essential aspects of your operations. Later series will explore 3) influencers and marketing; 4) customer loyalty; and 5) staff retention.

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Reputation Corporate Insurance Insurance 78

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 3, 2017

B2B marketing has overwhelmingly adopted the concept of content marketing, according to the 2018 B2B Content Marketing Benchmarks, Budgets & Trends survey. That may mean content marketing is maturing, but that also means competition for an audience will heat up. B2B marketers are also claiming success.

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Content Marketing B2B Survey Analysis 64

Sword and the Script

MAY 8, 2018

Marketers are relatively upbeat about the economy and growth prospects over the next 12 months or so. That’s according to the newest edition of The CMO Survey , a semiannual study spawned out of Duke University’s business school. Here are five points I think are relevant for B2B marketing leaders. of revenue in marketing.

Survey 62

Survey B2B Marketing Mobile 62

Onclusive

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Our data collection and analysis doesn’t end there—we also survey the industry’s most experienced communicators and business executives during our live webinars. How do you use data and measurement to inform and shape your earned media strategy? Which PR agency services are most relevant to your business’ primary needs?

Industry 221

Industry Crisis Management Measurement Data 221

The Resolution Blog

JUNE 7, 2019

Measurement in PR often stops at counting clips and audience figures. It’s important to measure the outtakes (not just the outputs, as tempting as it can be) as they provide a deeper understanding of the impact your campaign had and if it resonated with the right audience. the “outtakes”. You Know About AIDA, Right?

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Measurement Analytics Google Trends 120

Shift Communications

DECEMBER 8, 2016

That’s where a survey can come in. Surveying the general population, even for B2B brands, helps provide a better understanding of what end users want, and plenty of data to share with reporters. What can a survey do for your brand? Here’s a snapshot of the survey goals and outcomes. Baseline and eWeek.

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Survey Data Brand Branding 60

Sword and the Script

MAY 6, 2017

Ask a veteran marketer how marketing has changed in the last decade and many comments will center on output. Today, marketing is not just communicating with a prospective buyer. This is why context in marketing is so important – and that’s the theme for this week’s Unscripted Marketing links [UML].

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Measurement Marketing Survey Advertising 66

Reputation Us

APRIL 15, 2024

Your company’s reputation is not merely a reflection of your public image, but a tangible asset with measurable impact on the most essential aspects of your operations. While retention is a metric that defines a customer’s lifetime value, loyalty is what customers feel toward brands.

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Reputation Financial Consumer Survey 78

PRSay

DECEMBER 28, 2021

The idea of using email marketing to further your company’s goals sounds simple enough. Most believe the success of their email marketing campaign depends on compelling copy and a clean visual presentation. What strategy will work best for your brand? In theory, an automated email marketing campaign sounds great.

Marketing 208

Marketing Apparel Data Software 208

Stuart Bruce

MAY 20, 2016

The latest Global Intangible Finance Tracker (GIFT) report reveals many directors, analysts, investors and other stakeholders don’t adequately understand how brand, reputation and other intangibles impact the value of their business. The survey was extended by CIMA to include the views of chief financial officers (CFOs).

Reputation 94

Reputation Measurement Brand Branding 94

Cision

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Refreshing your corporate image is sometimes necessary to inject fresh energy into your brand, as well as get people to see it with renewed interest. How you plan to communicate the brand refresh.  1.    Conduct Extensive Brand Research. First, consider: who do you want to be as a brand? Who you’re trying to reach.

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Corporate Brand Branding Guidelines 270

Shift Communications

NOVEMBER 5, 2014

Virtually everything in marketing, advertising, and PR is measurable. The statement, more accurately worded, is that not everything is worth measuring. However, the ROI of doing a $25,000 survey for what was effectively a minor mention is almost certainly negative, and deeply so. This is patently false.

Measurement 159

Measurement Insurance Insurance Newspapers 159

5W PR

JANUARY 17, 2017

Although its harder to measure the efficacy of PR efforts than it is to measure the same statistics for say, advertising, there are many ways to measure the reach and success of a PR message. Market Surveys–Typically this will involve before-and-after surveys regarding awareness of your brand.

Measurement 90

Measurement How To Television Analysis 90

Sword and the Script

APRIL 5, 2016

Confusion over social and mobile reigns among the ranks of marketers according to the latest edition of The CMO survey by the Fuqua School of Business at Duke University. Much like last year’s survey , CMOs said they plan to invest in social, mobile and digital. The survey also found that just 11.5 A total of 40.6

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Mobile Survey Marketing B2C 60

Sword and the Script

JULY 19, 2016

Marketers are reporting better results stemming from content marketing. That’s according to a recent survey published by Ascend2 titled 2016 State of Content Marketing Survey Summary Report. The survey demographics suggest the respondents were fairly senior with 57% holding director titles or above.

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Survey Content Marketing Marketing B2B 60