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Embracing the Data-Driven PR Future (And Math)

Shift Communications

As communications becomes more digital, more quantified, and more data-driven, the pressure is on for pros to be as comfortable with data collection, metrics and measurement as they are at writing and creativity. To explore why this is important, let’s look at an example of how data helps PR get press for clients.

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How AI Can Help Your PR Strategy

Onclusive

A 2016 survey from Narrative Science found that 58 percent of enterprise business executives are already using predictive analytics within their organization. What this means for PR. Companies spend about $30 billion on PR per year, and executives rightfully demand to see a return on that investment. Quantify the buzz.

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Media Relations Dos And Don’ts For Holiday PR

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Of course no PR person would create such a media pitch, but it’s a good reminder that for many people, serious holidays have deep and emotional meaning. Do release some relevant data. Solid data-driven PR story pitches are always welcomed by reporters, but especially so during calendar milestones or big breaking stories.

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3 Best Practices For Using Data In B2B PR

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Business and tech media in particular have an ongoing appetite for research, studies and surveys. For B2B companies, this presents a massive PR opportunity. To meet media demand, B2B tech brands in particular can build out their own research assets. Data-driven coverage can establish a brand as a category expert or leader.

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A Traditional PR Pro Take on Analytics

Shift Communications

Tapping into Google Analytics, we were able to see that BuzzFeed drove sales for the brand. Now PR friends, we’ve all worked with survey vendors who charge tens of thousands of dollars for limited results and reporting, but tons of hand holding. Nearly $90k in sales. That’s a lot of t-shirts.

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Connecting PR To Business Results

Shift Communications

Do we help build confidence in a brand to nurture or ease the selling process? Qualitative studies take significant effort, from survey design to focus group administration. If conversion is the problem, fix that with better sales training or better marketing. If the door is locked, we can’t fix that.

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The Earned Media Holy Grail: Business Press Coverage

Shift Communications

Data – this doesn’t just mean survey data (yes that’s helpful too) but overall data on the market, trend or consumer issue you’re talking about (that isn’t created by your client). Relevancy – Keep your eye on the Big Five: Facebook, Amazon, Google, Apple, and Microsoft are the most valuable global brands.

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