Communications Conversations

AUGUST 3, 2021

What makes a brand “best in class” when it comes to social media marketing? Clients are constantly asking me what other companies are doing in terms of social media marketing best practices. Companies want to learn and get better at social media marketing–yes, even in 2021.

Customer Service 158

Customer Service Social Media Marketing Media 158

Cision

JANUARY 25, 2016

Last year, 90 percent of B2C marketers used content marketing, but only 34 percent felt they were successful. And while 69 percent are creating more content than years past, few are being heard. They can afford to ignore us,” says Joe Pulizzi, founder of Content Marketing Institute. Find The Sweet Spot.

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Marketing Banking B2C 120

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 29, 2023

Studies show B2B buyers are getting younger and want to engage with companies on social media; B2B marketers are finding social media supports both leads and revenue About one-third of respondents find new products and hear about brands for the first time on social media. And it may be spilling over into B2B.

B2B 119

B2B Social Media Marketing Media 119

Stern + Associates

MAY 8, 2023

Social media has become an essential integrated marketing channel for B2B companies. According to a survey by Content Marketing Institute, 95% of B2B marketers use social media to distribute content. For example, let’s say you’re a B2B company that sells cybersecurity services.

B2B 111

B2B Social Media Company SMB 111

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Some time ago I pitched a reporter, who was looking for sources, on social media for a client. A survey I teamed up with Ned Lundquist to conduct of PR pros last year found 51% said media relations was getting harder. Myth 2: Content marketing doesn’t yield credibility. Myth 3: You can’t pitch reporters with content.

Content Marketing 88

Content Marketing Marketing Pitching Survey 88

Cision

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

But with the power and reach of social media, snatching up prospects halfway around the world seems like a piece of cake…that is, if a brand is listening carefully to what their competitors are saying to their audiences. Here are three big names to take a look at for content marketing inspiration: BuzzFeed.

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Marketing Viral Social Media 120

Communications Conversations

MAY 20, 2020

The term “brand journalism” is a bit of a lightning rod term in the social media marketing business. For some, it conjures up imagery of “advertorials” and “sponsored content.” But, for the most part, brand journalism wins have been tough to come by. Many starts and stops.

Journalism 148

Journalism Brand Branding Interviews 148

Contently - Strategy

AUGUST 19, 2020

Companies like WEGO Health , Health Union and Meroki are all great platforms that connect healthcare brands with advocates. Reaching a new community. Many advocates have developed sizable followings on social media. Reading these blogs is the best way to get a feel for the kind of advocates who align with your brand.

Healthcare 110

Healthcare Content Marketing Marketing Instagram 110

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2016

Here are my predictions for PR , content marketing and social media ; one each. In 2017, PR professionals will be increasingly viewed as strategic business advisors championing integrated communications across the silos of digital marketing, PR and social media. 2) Predictions for Content Marketing in 2017.

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Social Media Marketing Media 60

Communications Conversations

APRIL 15, 2021

But, we also know the labels “digital marketing” and “social media marketing'” are pretty broad. Ask 10 people what they think a “digital marketer” does and you’ll probably get 10 different answers. Almost the same thing for “social media marketer.”

Social Media 179

Social Media Media LinkedIn Community 179

PR 20/20

OCTOBER 23, 2018

According to Content Marketing Institute Research Director Lisa Beets ( @LisaBeets ), “Nearly all top-performing B2B content marketers—90%—put their audience’s informational needs ahead of their company’s sales/promotional message.”. Today, more B2B marketers than ever rely on a content marketing approach.

Content Marketing 81

Content Marketing B2B Trends Marketing 81

Communications Conversations

MARCH 25, 2020

So much of social media marketing, and marketing in general, for that fact, seems like it’s almost in the background right now. Until, that is, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota, came up with the best piece of content marketing I’ve seen yet during the COVID-19 crisis. It all just seems kinda forced.

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Marketing Case Study Social Media 60

Cision

SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

With just one statistic, Joe Pulizzi delivered a stark wake-up call to this year’s Content Marketing World attendees. When we asked global enterprise marketers how committed they are to their content marketing approach, 20 percent said they’re fully committed,” said Joe during Day 1’s welcome address.

Content Marketing 84

Content Marketing Marketing Skype Enterprise 84

5W PR

MARCH 4, 2024

But in this exciting, competitive landscape, the question for brands becomes how they can grab their attention, ignite their imagination, and become their travel buddy of choice. To win their hearts and bookings, brands need to shift gears. That’s where content marketing takes off.

Travel 78

Travel Consumer Strategy Tourism 78

Communications Conversations

JANUARY 20, 2022

Consider the evidence: One in three content marketers use podcasts or other audio content. However, 53% of content marketers who leverage podcasts and other audio content say it is the most effective format they use. So, some solid reasons why brands haven’t been more involved so far.

Brand 113

Brand Branding LinkedIn Twitter 113

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

But, despite pent-up demand for applicable insights into AI for marketing, there were few voices or roadmaps to follow on the subject. So, almost exclusively using HubSpot, PR 20/20 and the Marketing AI Institute built a media company to meet demand for AI education and knowledge. Brands will need to become more human.

Case Study 92

Case Study Study Brand Branding 92

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

APRIL 16, 2024

The term “influencer” has become synonymous with consumer brands, lifestyle trends, and social media aesthetics. When most people think about influencer marketing, they usually picture interactions between businesses and consumers.

B2B 93

B2B Marketing Measurement Social Media 93

Cision

APRIL 24, 2015

The term “content marketing” casts a wide net when it comes to ways to promote and publicize a brand or organization. It can include social media, tip sheets, and emails, as well as paid promotions like native advertising and promoted posts on social platforms. A: We encourage everyone to share their work on social media.

Community 120

Community Mobile Blogging Publicity 120

Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Drastic changes in the media and cultural landscape have altered PR and marketing in recent years. How do we navigate the media landscape when “fake news” accusations are thrown around and the very business of media is under siege? According to the Cision State of the Media Report , 59% of U.S. Here’s why: 1.

Mobile 100

Mobile SEO Reputation Web 100

Sword and the Script

MAY 10, 2016

As a result, the refrain “content marketing is better than advertising” is bounced around the marketing echo chamber. Though a seasoned PR professional, I am also a serious advocate of content marketing. There’s a large body of work on these pages dedicated to content marketing. balance scales.”

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Advertising Advertising Marketing 60

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Today I share Deborah Weinstein’s answers to questions about the challenges confronting social media marketing and digital communications. Are the social media waters still safe for marketing? The thing about marketing is that to fill your net you have to fish where the fish are. Be Helpful.

Marketing 244

Marketing Facebook Social Media Community 244

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JULY 11, 2023

In the age of social media, parenting narratives have expanded beyond the traditional portrayal of moms as the primary caregivers. For many years, the media predominantly portrayed fathers as distant figures, focused solely on providing for their families. And we’re all better off for it! And we’re all better off for it!

Brand 55

Brand Branding Instagram Community 55

Cision

JUNE 2, 2015

Interactive content collects a very different kind of data. “A list is the community you have the opportunity and pleasure to serve.” “It’s difficult for someone to be truly committed to a brand unless they give money or time.” “Brand voice is not just what you say, it’s how you say it.”

Content Marketing 120

Content Marketing Marketing SEO Education 120

5W PR

MARCH 27, 2023

Beauty brands are leveraging the power of User-Generated Content (UGC) as a strategic marketing tool. Driven by influencer culture and social media, beauty companies have adopted UGC to build a brand image and engage with customers. What is User-Generated Content?

Industry 88

Industry Social Media Community Consumer 88

5W PR

JULY 2, 2018

For companies looking to build their brand in 2018 , there’s no better tool than a solid PR strategy. Of course, there are still many businesses out there that don’t know how to use PR as a brand-building tool. As the world of marketing continues to evolve, the strategies available to modern firms are sure to grow and transform.

Brand 114

Brand Branding Reputation LinkedIn 114

Waxing UnLyrical

JUNE 3, 2013

Having a strong community is one of the most important aspects of business. This week’s roundup includes seven posts that are good reads on both maintaining as well as building your business community. How To Be A Better Facebook Community Manager. So You Think You Want to be a Community Manager?

Community 99

Community Resources Facebook LinkedIn 99

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 22, 2019

The past five years or so have seen drastic changes in the media and cultural landscape that impact PR and marketing. How to navigate the media landscape when “fake news” accusations are thrown around and the very business of media is under siege? consumers say they are suspicious of news content.

Mobile 244

Mobile SEO Web Journalism 244

Sword and the Script

MAY 11, 2019

On the other hand, measuring some PR activities, like earned media , is far more challenging than other forms of marketing and communications. 1) Earned media is sales enablement. Here are some of the statistics that stood out for me: Web traffic originating from media coverage outperforms other sources.

Study 138

Study Media Relations Media Measurement 138

5W PR

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Online communities have formed the core of the internet since the technology’s inception. In today’s society, maintaining a social media presence is paramount to the success of your business, and remaining indifferent to the use of social media in setting marketing objectives is sure to curb growth. Use Photos.

Social Media 60

Social Media Brand Branding Media 60

5W PR

APRIL 21, 2023

User-generated content (UGC) is created by consumers, not companies or brands. It can take the form of text, photos, videos, and other content shared online. Brands use UGC to engage audiences and boost online presence. What is User-Generated Content? User-generated content is created by consumers, not brands.

Consumer 88

Consumer Video Social Media Community 88

Prohibition

AUGUST 4, 2021

A brand’s reputation can be described as how the general public perceives your organisation. Your reputation as a brand reflects the level of trust your target market has in you. Online Brand Reputation Management is used to help build relationships with customers and increase sales conversions. Why You Need It.

Reputation 62

Reputation Brand Branding SEO 62

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

If the B2B community feels overwhelmed by the volume of content, then B2B marketing might feel overwhelmed by the volume of content marketing studies. The trends suggest to me that content is still very much a form of currency bartered in exchange for attention. 46% said increase brand awareness.

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Study Marketing B2B 60

Landis PR

MARCH 14, 2022

Five Key Steps to Introducing Your Consumer Brand to a New Social Media Platform. In a digital world, use of social media is no longer optional. Having a social media strategy can boost your brand and expand your market, but that doesn’t all happen overnight. Identify Your Goals for Growth on Social Media.

Social Media 52

Social Media Consumer Brand Branding 52

Prohibition

JULY 14, 2017

Consider the changing shape of the comms industry, and you will undoubtedly come across the phrase ‘content marketing’. Content has become the ‘buzz word’ for the industry – whether you specialise in SEO, digital marketing or indeed more traditional avenues such as online advertising and PR. But what does content mean?

Content Marketing 48

Content Marketing Marketing B2C SEO 48

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 30, 2019

A great PR campaign will obviously build brand visibility. Does good PR create more prospects at the top of the marketing funnel? ” Earned media doesn’t work as consistently as email marketing or paid media. But that awareness may be of the brand involved, or maybe just the problem it addresses.

Storytelling 233

Storytelling Education Software LinkedIn 233

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 29, 2020

.” But that conventional wisdom was from a time when PR and marketing worked through one-way channels. They were designed to push out businesses messages through traditional media to customers. Today, brand communications is much more of a two-way street. Customer communication has never been more important.

Marketing 225

Marketing Leadership Crisis Healthcare 225

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

As I’ve done for the last several years , I solicited and compiled a list of predictions from professionals across the PR and marketing community. Engage with the blogger on social media first, personalize your outreach, read and follow any requirements, and provide high-quality content. Video gets even bigger.

Marketing 214

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 214