Sword and the Script

JANUARY 26, 2016

Long before product placements and sponsored content, one iconic American brand placed a big bet in creating its own television program – another example of an early content marketing initiative – at the urging of its public relations department. Actor, Spokesperson, Content Marketer. households (56%) owned a TV.

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Content Marketing Marketing Television Film 60

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Whether you call it content marketing , brand journalism or custom publishing, with trust in media falling while trust in business is growing, you can build credibility through content if you can follow these golden rules: 1. Keep your content marketing separate and distinct. Invest in quality content.

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Government Survey Ethics Media 139

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The top problem in content creation probably comes from the fact that too many B2B marketers haven’t had a single conversation with a customer Most B2B marketers (57%) say creating the right content for their audience is their top content creation challenge in content marketing.

Content Marketing 185

Content Marketing B2B Marketing How To 185

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Marketing conferences have shaped my top team memories. To share the knowledge wealth, below is my list of the 20 coolest marketing events in 2020 (coming to a venue somewhere in the U.S.). Social Media Marketing World. Discover the best social media marketing techniques from the world’s top experts.”.

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Conference Marketing Case Study Content Marketing 97

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

Seth Godin would argue that content marketing is the “ only marketing left.” Michael Brenner said , “It is the hottest trend in marketing because it is the biggest gap between what buyers want and brands produce.”. So why might CMOs still undervalue the potential impact of content efforts? Don’t believe me?

Content Marketing 40

Content Marketing Marketing How To Leadership 40

Communications Conversations

SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

I get the brand journalism thing when you’re a company that’s built on thought leadership–GE and GE Reports comes to mind. I get all that–and those are fantastic case studies of brand journalism done well. But, Coke as hub of news and information as outlined in this Contently piece? .”

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Case Study Journalism Marketing 60

Barokas

MAY 31, 2019

In marketing, generating content is a lot like running on a hamster wheel. Content must be on-brand and consistent, without being overtly promotional or repetitive. Below is a roundup of the most common types of content today’s marketers need to produce. Image by Ivana Kohoutová from Pixabay. It’s a tall order.

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Flack's Revenge

OCTOBER 25, 2017

I enjoyed attending my third consecutive Social Tools Summit event in Boston last week, where I moderated a panel on branding and thought leadership. chimed in on case studies and best practices. Branding and Thought Leadership. Most Innovative : Outgrow interactive content platform. TrackMaven marketing analytics.

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Tools Enterprise Analytics Case Study 120

Cision

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

When you invite internal and external subject matter experts to contribute to your content marketing program, it’s important to have guidelines for them to follow. The less time you need to spend editing content and following up with contributors, the more time you have for strategy and optimization. increase brand awareness.

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How To Guidelines Content Marketing Video 177

Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Originally seen on HubSpot An effective content strategy doesn’t rely on only one tactic. Generating qualified leads requires you to regularly publish compelling, valuable content, explore guest blogging opportunities, identify co-marketing campaigns, and devise a strategy for promoting said content.

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Media Pinterest LinkedIn Case Study 100

Deirdre Breakenridge

JANUARY 7, 2016

Content marketing will be more than just a trend to watch in 2016. Creating and distributing consistent and relevant content is considered a proven strategic marketing approach that attracts and retains an audience and drives customers to action. Here is my Q&A with Lisa Davis, Director, Marketing, at Marketwired.

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Sword and the Script

AUGUST 25, 2020

Here are some ideas for developing guidelines for the timely approvals of marketing content so you can drive business results A few years back, a client of mine was having trouble getting content published. The social media marketer didn’t even have access to social media channels. Document content types.

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Marketing Guidelines Social Media Conference 87

Victorious PR

APRIL 13, 2023

In today’s highly competitive real estate market, it’s more important than ever to have a strong public relations strategy. As is the case with Victorious PR, having a team in place to handle your message can be instrumental for success.

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Real Estate Reputation Case Study Crisis Management 52

Barokas

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

In content marketing, it pays to go (ever)green. Creating just one piece of good content takes significant time, money and mindshare. Still, teams are under pressure to produce new long and short form content at rapid fire to support PR, branding, lead generation, thought leadership, sales support and market domination.

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Strategy Case Study Energy Banking 84

Critical Mention

MAY 10, 2019

With the rise of AI in marketing in recent years, data-driven decision making has become an integral part of marketing’s fabric. You need to incentivize your audience to engage with your content by providing educational, topical pieces that address their needs. Get senior leadership involved in their thoughts on your industry.

Marketing 75

Marketing eBook Case Study Measurement 75

PR 20/20

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

A s marketers, a failed campaign is our worst nightmare. But sadly, failed marketing attempts happen every day and everywhere. So, how can teams pinpoint what went wrong and redirect marketing energy? The time is now to transform your marketing program. Some roles to consider on your marketing dream team : Content writer.

Marketing 52

Marketing Technology Internal International 52

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, they haven’t exactly been well-known for groundbreaking social media marketing or content marketing in the past.

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Journalism Brand Branding Interviews 148

Sword and the Script

MAY 1, 2018

No matter what vertical market you are in, there is no shortage of competition. There are nearly 7,000 martech vendors across 48 categories in the 2018 Marketing Technology Landscape which means 1,500 have been added since last year. Competition has advantages in buyer choice and market validation.

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B2B Marketing Survey Study 62

Cision

AUGUST 21, 2017

As the women of Game of Thrones continue to inspire us week after week, they can also give us guidance on everything from career moves to that creative spark we didn’t know our marketing campaign was missing. Below are 5 Game of Thrones women that can help articulate 5 crucial pillars of your content strategy. Content is here.

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Strategy Trade Shows Case Study Course 258

Solo PR Pro

MARCH 13, 2018

Review the known thought leadership tactics below and consider them from a new perspective with you as the client. Video marketing. If the thought of slogging over a blog post makes cringe with anxiety, video marketing is another alternative. If you like video marketing, you can always upgrade your production as you grow.

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Leadership Case Study Video YouTube 62

PR 20/20

JUNE 9, 2016

The goal of most marketing activities is to drive leads, which will convert to new customers and grow the business. To do this effectively, however, a deep integration between marketing and sales is needed, and it starts with shared information and processes. What are the core components of your marketing technology stack?

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Marketing System Software Case Study 40

Rock the Status Quo

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

159064218 / gettyimages.com An SEO Mini Case Study I’m working with a large SEO client this month and I have to say that I’m extremely impressed with them. They wanted transformation from a mostly link building shop into a content marketing agency. Ahhh, if only it is that easy. It’s just not possible.

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Agency SEO Training Analysis 164

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 30, 2017

One of my first pieces that got real traffic was a crisis case study from my former employer, which coincidentally was about dealing with a negative blogger. 3) The Future of Marketing Looks More like Public Relations. 5) Finding Leads: 6 Takes from the 2018 Chief Marketer B2B Lead Gen Report.

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Blogging B2B Content Marketing Trade Shows 73

Waxing UnLyrical

JULY 14, 2014

Everything You Need to Know to Run a Successful SMS Marketing Campaign. In this guest post for Jay Baer ‘s Convince and Convert, Greg Hickman explores why major brands and SMB’s can benefit from this affordable marketing strategy. 12 B2B Content Marketing Examples and Case Studies for 2014.

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SMB Case Study Social Media Nonprofit 77

Waxing UnLyrical

APRIL 12, 2018

A few weeks ago, Brandon Andersen wrote here about the PESO model and how to use it in content distribution. As an example, he used the goal of producing 2,000 downloads that equate to marketing soft leads for sales. He said, “This goal should be shared across the entire marketing/communications department. I’ll wait.

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Media Relations Advertising Advertising Content Marketing 85

wiredPRworks

OCTOBER 9, 2015

Thanks to IMEX America for inviting me to present digital marketing, LinkedIn, and PR trends for the meetings, destinations, and events industries. Marketing 1.75 2 Target the specific areas on your profile that spotlight your career marketability. Track: Marketing and Communication. CMP/CEU: CMP-IS Domain I.

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LinkedIn Trends Marketing Meeting 49

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 23, 2018

B2B organizations that find content marketing effective are committed to these programs. These organizations have a content marketing plan in writing. Those are among the top-level findings from an annual survey of content marketers by the Content Marketing Institute and Marketing Profs.

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Content Marketing B2B Study Marketing 108

Sword and the Script

MARCH 1, 2022

Cision adds sponsored content feature to PR Newswire – pitches it as “guaranteed editorial”; Meltwater Beats Earnings; TrueScope Raises $6.2 This move toward sponsored content also fits with Cision’s clear effort to cozy up to the marketing side of the house over the last few years. Million and Eyes the U.S.

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Software Case Study Advertising Advertising 121

Solo PR Pro

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

And one of the main roots of business development is relationship building, which is formed through familiarity, reputation, credibility and thought leadership. It can be highly effective to find new and creative ways for cultivating relationships – particularly over the long-term – with the key decision-makers in our target markets.

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Creativity Public Affairs Policies Survey 40

5W PR

JANUARY 31, 2024

Thought Leadership PR: Positions key executives or experts within the company as industry thought leaders through expert commentary, articles, and speaking engagements. Content Creation: Creating compelling and informative content is crucial for conveying the company’s message and capturing the attention of key audiences.

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Technology Product Launch Crisis Management Case Study 78

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 6, 2015

If content marketing was a self-evaluated college class, marketers would give themselves a “C.” That’s my sense after reading the new B2B Content Marketing 2016 Benchmarks, Budgets and Trends – North America report. The annual report is a joint effort between MarketingProfs and the Content Marketing Institute.

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Content Marketing Survey B2B Marketing 60

Contently - Strategy

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Content marketers today navigate a dynamic environment where the interplay of creativity and strategy profoundly shapes how brands engage with their audiences. Amidst this ever-shifting terrain, selecting the perfect content format mix has emerged as a distinctive challenge—especially as next-gen mediums enter the scene.

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B2C Case Study B2B Content Marketing 52

MaccaPR

OCTOBER 5, 2015

It may go without saying that content marketing is one of the most discussed topics among public relations professional and marketers this year, a practice which centers on really great, high-quality content. Here at MaccaPR, we've blogged about content marketing a number of times (e.g."

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Content Marketing How To Marketing Infographics 48

Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 23, 2017

A good public relations professional will counsel their client to have a blog or content hub as a way to showcase thought leadership, earned media placements, company news, and announcements, and engage with fans and followers. Or in this case, what your blog is all about. I have two blogs—a food blog and a marketing/PR blog.

Blogging 282

Blogging Case Study Social Media Instagram 282

Contently - Strategy

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

A few years ago, athenahealth debuted athenaInsight, its data-driven news publication, to make a serious investment in content marketing. According to executive director of content and communications John Fox, the marketing team made a choice to adjust the brand’s point of view as they prepped for the launch. “At

Strategy 112

Strategy How To Content Marketing Analysis 112

Sword and the Script

JUNE 11, 2019

Marketing is sometimes like politics. It’s a bit like that with gated content. Marketers tend to be for it or against it – and passion may sometimes cloud new perspective. The Case Supporting Gated Content. Here are the key arguments for gating content. Gates provide marketing justification.

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B2B Mobile Content Marketing SEO 122

Cision

JANUARY 9, 2018

Brands are investing more time, resources and budget into publishing high-quality content with the goal of attracting, engaging and converting customers throughout the buyer’s journey. According to HubSpot’s State of Inbound 2017 , the top three inbound marketing priorities are: Growing SEO & Organic Presence.

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Case Study How To Infographics SEO 210