Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Every year I read and write about dozens of reports on B2B marketing and PR. 13% say not following brand guidelines. Another 46% will spend the same about of time and just 12% will spend less time on Twitter; 60% of journalists consult a company’s social media in their reporting; and. The cost of B2B marketing content.

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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 99

Marketing Content Marketing Advertising Advertising 99

The Proactive Report

JULY 23, 2018

According to research from the Content Marketing Institute, 91 percent of B2B brands and 86 percent of B2C brands use it. Every Google update to their algorithm, and all their rules about how to write content, have one aim in mind: to improve the results they give their users. Owned Media. It’s called ‘owned media’.

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Google Guidelines Web B2C 113

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 6, 2017

For example, understand the difference between the Bulldog Awards (geared to excellence in media relations) and the SABRE Awards (looking more at winning strategies.) If not, it may be better to go for a tactical award and instead submit for “Best Video” or “Best Infographic” rather than a campaign award.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Ideally, this is the person the brand has been dealing with, at least in part, since it issued an RFP or began an agency search. It may also comprise development and oversight of brand messaging, though at some agencies that is handled by a strategic services specialist. Here are the roles to look for when onboarding an agency.

Agency 136

Agency Analytics Creativity Social Media 136

Cision

OCTOBER 16, 2017

There are dozens of companies that provide media databases and there are hundreds of thousands of PR/comms professionals that use them to identify the right influencers for their story. Unfortunately, the “batch and blast” method of media relations is still prevalent in the industry. Is this news timely?”.

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The Proactive Report

AUGUST 5, 2016

This has led to some major changes in how media relations is practiced. So while the core of news reporting and media relations is still the same, there are new ways to get earned media for your brand. It should be taught along with writing, in all PR classes.

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Marketwired

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

Rethink writing: Michelle Messenger Garrett. Creative PR means thinking outside the box—so while I believe in using traditional tools like a press release or a media pitch, make sure you get a bit creative by constructing your written communications as follows: Start with visuals: Visuals are becoming increasingly important in PR.

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Critical Mention

OCTOBER 24, 2019

PR Daily is a news site that delivers news, advice, and opinions on the public relations, marketing, social media, and media worlds. Our take on Ragan’s PR Daily blog: Without a doubt, Ragan’s PR Daily blog is one of our go-to blogs for communication and media related news and tips. PR Couture.

Blogging 68

Blogging Education Resources Creativity 68

Solo PR Pro

MAY 10, 2022

Media relations remain an important part of the PR world. 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. Ready to brush up on your media relations skills?

Pitching 58

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Cision

JANUARY 26, 2016

All brands want media coverage. But if your pitch sounds exactly like every other brand’s, it will get ignored. Cision’s tip sheet, “ 71 Ways to Get Media Coverage ,” offers a comprehensive list of tactics for securing the coverage your brand deserves. It’s time to become the brand that everyone knows and loves.

Media 120

Media Pitching Trade Shows Infographics 120

Landis PR

AUGUST 23, 2021

I also think it’s wacky when I get asked to publish an infographic. When I was little, I always wanted to write for People magazine. Understand the brand first. Hunt down editorial calendars and media kits. I’ve also had PR folks look at our editorial calendars and ask to be a part of every topic every month.

Meeting 69

Meeting Media B2B Transportation 69

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 17, 2016

This is all sage advice, but it’s the minimum barrier to entry in effective media relations, and yet it gets recycled and re-polished on a continual basis. You can absolutely build relationships with content, and content marketing absolutely plays a role in media relations. There’s probably a good reason for that.

Pitching 60

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Beyond PR

JUNE 19, 2017

Change is in the air as many brands have undergone a makeover in recent months. As About.com became Dotdash and the San Diego Chargers were relocated and renamed the Los Angeles Chargers, social media was bursting with thoughts and opinions on these rebrands. Social media accounts (usernames & logos). Key objectives.

Communications 69

Communications How To Telecommunications Employee 69

5W PR

JUNE 25, 2018

PR experts have a lot of experience creating exceptional content for their brands. In the digital marketing world, making the most of this content generation ability now means investing in new content marketing plans to ramp up brand awareness and cultivate customer engagement. Optimize PR Content. Show Expertise. Maximize Content.

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Infographics Google SEO 60

The Stalwart Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2015

While we’ve always been a PR and Marketing agency, the majority of our work has primarily been focused on media relations. That content varies from writing to photos to video and can be shared on a blog, e-newsletter and social media channel. However, things are changing and that is no longer the case.

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Marketing Infographics Pinterest 60

Sword and the Script

JUNE 28, 2016

Brands often want A-list influencers advocating on their behalf, but there are drawbacks. In other words, influencer marketing with the big names may not be as effective as brands hope, according to a. If fickle d describes most consumers for brands, then elusive might describe the coveted segment of the millennial consumer.

Infographics 61

Infographics Survey Consumer Study 61

Beyond PR

MAY 17, 2018

A lot has changed over the last 12 years — Forsythe is now director of editorial video at McClatchy — with many newsrooms, including McClatchy’s, wanting their journalists to shoot video, find photographs, incorporate infographics and more into their work when they can. Download the 2018 Global State of the Media Report.

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Infographics Print Video Real Estate 54

PR 20/20

AUGUST 11, 2016

As Roetzer writes in The Marketing Performance Blueprint , “Content creation and the ability to write persuasive copy for all marketing channels, is possibly the most important fundamental modern-marketing skill.” The Social Media Strategist. The Public Relations Expert. The Content Writer. The SEO Pro.

Marketing 43

Marketing Mobile Engineering Technology 43

Critical Mention

JANUARY 15, 2019

Samantha Rushford, the SEO expert at AssignmentGeek , says the most important thing here is to create attractive images and memes or make relevant industry charts and infographics: “Try to create evergreen content that has the potential to preserve credibility and stick around for a long time. Use badges and awards. SCHEDULE A DEMO.

How To 60

How To SEO Mobile Google 60

PR 20/20

AUGUST 11, 2016

As Roetzer writes in The Marketing Performance Blueprint , “Content creation and the ability to write persuasive copy for all marketing channels, is possibly the most important fundamental modern-marketing skill.” The Social Media Strategist. The Public Relations Expert. The Content Writer. The SEO Pro.

Marketing 40

Marketing Mobile Engineering Technology 40

Cision

MAY 3, 2017

Journalists are still trusted, but believe that the public trusts them less due to the subversive censorship tactics of special interest groups, the inflamed political climate and brands that aren’t totally honest in their PR practices. Without free press, there will be no avenue for brands to tell their story.

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Brand Branding Government Ethics 253

David PR Group

JANUARY 21, 2016

This mandate should give select frontline staff the freedom and flexibility to write a blog post or send a media alert when the time is right. For example, on September 11, 2013, AT&T tweeted an image of a smartphone taking a photo of the site of the World Trade Center in an attempt to generate interest in the AT&T brand.

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MaccaPR

DECEMBER 19, 2016

In 2017, let's all agree to maximize the ROI of our writing efforts by focusing equal efforts on distribution. Earned Social Media Posts - Here's an idea: Set up a series of social media content that can be posted to your company or brand social channels. Here's how: 33 Content Marketing Promotion Ideas.

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Marketing Content Marketing Pinterest LinkedIn 48

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 13, 2016

Any social media community manager worth their paycheck should already have a list of Twitter hashtags to use. Every brand dreams of having its own hashtag, however, I generally think brands should be very cautious here. Publish this post with a link to the recording the following week and re-socialized on social media.

B2B 60

B2B Infographics Interviews eBook 60

Journalistics

APRIL 5, 2016

The report is jam-packed with information about the current news media environment and how most journalists prefer to work (particularly around areas like social media and working with media relations professionals). If media relations is part of your job, I highly recommend you review Cision’s report in detail.

Media Relations 40

Media Relations Media Mobile Pitching 40

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 24, 2019

I review a lot of marketing studies and surveys – and write about the one I think will be helpful for readers. How long does it take to write the average blog post? 3 hours and 57 minutes; 38% of bloggers report it takes more than 4 hours to write a post; and 19% say it takes six or more hours. over the next 12 months.

Marketing 78

Marketing Publicity Survey Study 78

Journalistics

APRIL 5, 2016

The report is jam-packed with information about the current news media environment and how most journalists prefer to work (particularly around areas like social media and working with media relations professionals). If media relations is part of your job, I highly recommend you review Cision’s report in detail.

Media Relations 40

Media Relations Media Mobile Pitching 40

Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 5, 2018

Media relations remains an important part of the execution of a public relations campaign alongside paid, shared and owned media. Much of the modern public relations business grew up out of media relations and publicity, rooted in storytelling and editorial engagement.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Though she says writing has always been part of her career, her “first ‘real’ PR job landed me out in the Bay Area working for a tech company.” >>>Also see: Is Media Relations Getting Harder? Telling stories, creating messages, writing – it’s all in a PR pro’s repertoire. >>> We joked about it!

Publicity 62

Publicity Storytelling Pitching Nonprofit 62

Frederik Vincx

DECEMBER 11, 2015

It is simple: participants first write their ideas without discussion on Post-it notes. It goes beyond earned media by including paid media, earned media, and owned media. Use an integrated PESO model and start thinking of PR as a business driver, not just as a brand enhancer. Writing a blog post?

How To 60

How To Software System Employee 60

MaccaPR

FEBRUARY 10, 2015

Welcome to your Taylor Swift Master Class in Social Media Marketing! Your teacher today will be America’s #1 Online Brand Strategist, Professor Taylor Swift (Cue: Insane, utterly-abandoned shrieking, evolving into wild explosive screaming and rhythmic chants of, ‘Taylor, We Love You!’) Lesson #2 - Keep Your Brand Name Simple.

Social Media 48

Social Media Marketing Media YouTube 48

Norton's Notes

MARCH 26, 2015

One of those included was for the high street brand Interflora and we named it Verses for my Valentine , in this campaign we asked people when was the last time they received a love letter – it turned out that almost half of people never have. Here’s some of what we did….

Viral 28

Viral Infographics SEO Social Media 28

Sword and the Script

MAY 5, 2020

The broadcast alerts are a notification “to find out when a clip mentioning your brand, client or topic just aired.” You can play the clip inside the Muck Rack dashboard and “also check to make sure the team behind the clip is on your media list, and if they aren’t there, add them instantly.” They’re ceding the field to marketing.”

Pitching 84

Pitching Survey System Technology 84

PRSay

MAY 18, 2016

Those are four great reasons more and more brands, including your competitors, are taking deeper dives into data. In the ultra-competitive media world, journalists are constantly on the prowl for an edge. Not only does it help your brand stand out, it allows you to build insights around your specific audience. Data Closes Deals.

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Data Meeting Measurement Guidelines 79

MaccaPR

OCTOBER 26, 2015

AdAge said Bush campaign advisor Austin Barbour credited front-runner Trump’s success to his “knack for attracting free media coverage” - in other words, classic publicity and media relations. Think of what you’re asking for,” Petersen writes in her post. Exhibits C, D and E: Invasion of the Ad Blockers!

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Content Marketing Marketing Advertising Advertising 48